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Sri Lanka Police launches ‘Tell IGP’ online platform for public complaints
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..
Ex-minister Priyankara Jayaratne’s corruption case fixed for further evidence hearing
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..
Appeals Court upholds death sentence on drug trafficker ‘Sudakaran’
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..
Sri Lanka welcomes increased investments and tourists from India - PM Harini
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..
Special scholarship programme for uni. students affected by Cyclone Ditwah
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..
Sri Lanka officially launches Digital Nomad Visa facility; first recipients welcomed
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..
‘Podi Lassie’ taken to Galle Crimes Division for further investigations
‘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..
Ministry calls for report to probe environmental impact of Kerawalapitiya garbage dump fire
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..
‘Podi Lassie’ to be handed over to Galle Crimes Division
‘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
‘Podi Lassie’ arrested without Interpol Red Notice, police reveal more details
‘Podi Lassie’ arrested without Interpol Red Notice, police reveal more details
A total of 14 suspects have been brought back to Sri Lanka without Interpol Red Notices, Police Media Spokesperson Assistant Superintendent of Police F. U. Wootler revealed. MORE..
| February 27, 2026 10:01 am
Pakistan PM says can ‘crush’ aggressors after Afghan strikes
Pakistan PM says can ‘crush’ aggressors after Afghan strikes
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday his country’s armed forces can “crush” aggressors, following air strikes on neighbouring Afghanistan. MORE..
President to inaugurate ‘Himikama’ national programme in Anuradhapura today
President to inaugurate ‘Himikama’ national programme in Anuradhapura today
The inaugural ceremony of the national programme for the presentation of ‘Himikama’ freehold title deeds to the general public will be held in Anuradhapura today (27). MORE..
World Economic Forum boss quits after review of Epstein links
World Economic Forum boss quits after review of Epstein links
The president and CEO of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Borge Brende, has resigned after a review into his links to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. MORE..
Mainly fair weather expected in most parts of the island
Mainly fair weather expected in most parts of the island
Mainly fair weather will prevail over the most parts of the island, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Pakistan strikes Kabul hours after Afghanistan attack on border troops
Pakistan strikes Kabul hours after Afghanistan attack on border troops
Pakistan carried out airstrikes in Kabul and two other Afghan provinces early Friday, Afghanistan’s government spokesperson said, hours after Afghanistan launched a cross-border attack on Pakistan in the latest escalation of violence between the volatile neighbours that made a Qatar-mediated ceasefire appear increasingly shaky. MORE..
| February 27, 2026 7:07 am
‘Podi Lassie’ brought to Sri Lanka from India
‘Podi Lassie’ brought to Sri Lanka from India
Organized criminal and alleged drug trafficker Arumahandi Janith Madhusankha de Silva, alias “Podi Lassie”, has been brought back to Sri Lanka from India by a special police team this morning (27). MORE..
| February 27, 2026 6:35 am
Akuregoda double murder: owner of house where shooter was hiding arrested
Akuregoda double murder: owner of house where shooter was hiding arrested
The owner of the house that allegedly provided shelter to the second shooter involved in the recent shooting and killing of a lawyer and his wife at a supermarket’s parking lot in Akuregoda has been arrested. MORE..
Sri Lanka and Finland sign MoU on political consultation mechanism in Helsinki
Sri Lanka and Finland sign MoU on political consultation mechanism in Helsinki
The Second Round of Bilateral Political Consultations between Sri Lanka and Finland was held in Helsinki, marking an important step in further strengthening the longstanding and cordial relations between the two countries. MORE..
Secretary to President directs officials to expedite relief efforts for Cyclone Ditwah victims
Secretary to President directs officials to expedite relief efforts for Cyclone Ditwah victims
The progress review meeting of the 16th session of the National Council for Disaster Management was held this morning (26) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of the Secretary to the President, Dr Nandika Sanath Kumanayake. MORE..
‘Podi Lassie’ to be brought to Sri Lanka tomorrow from India?
‘Podi Lassie’ to be brought to Sri Lanka tomorrow from India?
Janith Madushanka, alias “Podi Lassie”, a Sri Lankan underworld figure and alleged drug kingpin wanted by police in connection with several murders, is scheduled to be brought to the island tomorrow (27) morning, more than a year after his arrest in India. MORE..
Disaster Relief Officials to launch trade union action tomorrow
Disaster Relief Officials to launch trade union action tomorrow
Several trade unions representing public service officers engaged in disaster relief activities have decided to temporarily halt their duties and commence trade union action from tomorrow (27). MORE..
| February 26, 2026 6:57 pm
Hillary Clinton to testify in congressional Epstein probe
Hillary Clinton to testify in congressional Epstein probe
Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is due to testify behind closed doors on Thursday to a congressional committee investigating the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, though it is not clear how much new information will come to light. MORE..
73-year-old attacked to death by elder brother over land dispute in Elpitiya
73-year-old attacked to death by elder brother over land dispute in Elpitiya
A personal dispute between two brothers has reportedly ended in a fatal assault at around 11.00 a.m. today (26) in the Polgaswatta area of Batuwanhena in Elpitiya, police said. MORE..
New insurance scheme introduced for fishermen engaged in diving activities
New insurance scheme introduced for fishermen engaged in diving activities
The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board, operating under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation, has introduced a new insurance scheme for fishermen engaged in diving activities. MORE..
Lanka IOC announces revised dealer commission effective Mar. 1
Lanka IOC announces revised dealer commission effective Mar. 1
Lanka IOC PLC has announced revised dealer commission for fuel, effective March 1, 2026. Issuing a statement, Lanka IOC said the revised rates for company-owned filling stations and franchisee-owned filling stations have been approved by the competent authority. MORE..