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90-day detention order to question ex-intelligence chief Suresh Sallay

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has obtained a 90-day detention order to question former state intelligence chief Major General (Retd) Suresh Sallay, the police said. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 11:09 pm

Afghan Taliban open to talks after Pakistan bombs Kabul, Kandahar

Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers said on Friday they were willing to negotiate after Pakistan bombed its forces in major cities and dozens of troops were killed in the most serious clashes between the allies-turned-foes. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 10:29 pm

Govt must reveal mastermind behind substandard coal fraud – Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa says the government must reveal the truth to the country regarding the alleged mastermind behind the substandard coal fraud. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 8:42 pm

90-day detention order obtained for second gunman arrested over Akuregoda double murder

A 90-day detention order has been obtained by police to further interrogate the second gunman arrested in connection with the double murder in Akuregoda, Thalangama. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 8:09 pm

President attends almsgiving ceremony in memory of cyclone victims in Nelummala Village

A three-month memorial almsgiving ceremony was held today (27) at Pamunupura, Batamulla, in remembrance of those who lost their lives due to the landslide that affected over five kilometres in Nelummala village, Minipe Divisional Secretariat Division in the Kandy District. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 7:19 pm

India hands over 214-tonne Bailey Bridges consignment to Sri Lanka

The First Secretary (Economic & Commercial) at the High Commission of India in Colombo today handed over a 214-tonne consignment of Bailey Bridge components to the Chairman of the Road Development Authority (RDA) and officials of the Disaster Management Center (DMC). MORE..

| February 27, 2026 5:48 pm

Mervyn Silva and Prasanna Ranaweera served indictments

The Gampaha High Court has formally served indictments on a group of defendants, including former Minister Mervyn Silva and former state minister Prasanna Ranaweera, in connection with an alleged land fraud case. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 4:47 pm

Underworld figure ‘Commando Salinda’ remanded

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered that the high-profile organised crime suspect known as “Commando Salinda,” who was previously held in the custody of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), be remanded until March 12. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 4:12 pm

Court issues 7-day detention order on ‘Podi Lassie’

The Baddegama Magistrate’s Court has granted permission for the Galle Police Crime Division to detain and question for seven days the underworld figure Janith Madushanka, alias ‘Podi Lassie,’ who was brought back to Sri Lanka this morning (27) following his arrest in India. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 3:54 pm

Colombo’s inflation drops to 1.6% in February 2026

The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on a year-on-year (Y-o-Y) basis, decreased to 1.6% in February 2026, compared to 2.3% in January 2026. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 3:52 pm

Sri Lanka marks three months since devastating Cyclone ‘Ditwah’

Today (27) marks three months since Cyclone Ditwah, considered one of the most devastating cyclonic storms to impact Sri Lanka, caused widespread destruction across the island. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 3:02 pm

Disaster Relief Officers halt duties from today over unmet demands

Grama Niladharis, Disaster Relief Service Officers and Technical Officers have decided to temporarily halt their Cyclone Ditwah-related relief services from today (27), citing several unresolved issues. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 2:53 pm

Over 130 Afghan Taliban fighters killed in response to border attacks: Pakistan

Pakistan launched a retaliatory operation in response to the alleged border attacks by the Afghan Taliban, saying it has killed over 130 Taliban fighters. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 2:49 pm

Sri Lanka Police launches ‘Tell IGP’ online platform for public complaints

Sri Lanka Police has introduced the “Tell IGP” project, an online platform that enables members of the public to submit complaints directly to the Inspector General of Police (IGP) regarding any incident or matter. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 1:41 pm

Ex-minister Priyankara Jayaratne’s corruption case fixed for further evidence hearing

The Colombo High Court has ordered the further hearing of evidence in the corruption case filed by the Bribery Commission against former Aviation Minister Priyankara Jayaratne to be called on March 24. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 12:59 pm

Appeals Court upholds death sentence on drug trafficker ‘Sudakaran’

The Court of Appeal has decided to uphold the death sentence imposed on the defendant, Jayasingam Rajeev, alias “Sudakaran,” dismissing an appeal he had filed against the sentence handed down by the Colombo High Court for the possession and trafficking of 2.53 grams of heroin. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 12:57 pm

Sri Lanka welcomes increased investments and tourists from India - PM Harini

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that as Sri Lanka moves towards sustainable growth, the country welcomes investors and tourists who contribute to strengthening economic and cultural ties. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 12:16 pm

Special scholarship programme for uni. students affected by Cyclone Ditwah

The Board of Trustees of the Lalith Athulathmudali Mahapola Higher Education Scholarship Trust Fund has decided to introduce a special scholarship programme to be awarded on a one-time basis. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 11:56 am

Sri Lanka officially launches Digital Nomad Visa facility; first recipients welcomed

The official launch of the Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) facility in Sri Lanka was held at the “Silk Route” passenger terminal of the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 11:37 am

‘Podi Lassie’ taken to Galle Crimes Division for further investigations

Janith Madhusankha, alias “Podi Lassie” — a high-profile alleged drug trafficker wanted by police in connection with multiple homicides — who was arrested in India and brought back to Sri Lanka early this morning (27), has been handed over to the Galle District Crimes Division for further investigation. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 11:36 am

Ministry calls for report to probe environmental impact of Kerawalapitiya garbage dump fire

The Ministry of Environment has taken steps to call for a comprehensive report to investigate the fire that broke out at the Kerawalapitiya garbage dumping yard and its subsequent environmental impact. MORE..

| February 27, 2026 10:49 am

‘Podi Lassie’ to be handed over to Galle Crimes Division

Arumahandi Janith Madhusankha de Silva, alias “Podi Lassie” — a high-profile alleged drug trafficker wanted by police in connection with multiple homicides — was escorted from the Bandaranaike International Airport following his arrival on the island early this morning (27). MORE..

| February 27, 2026 10:05 am