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Suspect arrested at BIA with foreign cigarettes worth Rs. 38.67 mln
Suspect arrested at BIA with foreign cigarettes worth Rs. 38.67 mln
A suspect has been arrested by Sri Lanka Customs officials at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle a consignment of foreign-made cigarettes and electronic cigarettes valued at Rs. 38.67 million into the country. MORE..
Sri Lanka Police urge public discipline for “Walk for Peace” journey
Sri Lanka Police urge public discipline for “Walk for Peace” journey
Sri Lanka Police have requested the public to maintain strict discipline and restraint to ensure the success of the internationally acclaimed “Ehipassiko – Walk for Peace.” MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and North-Western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals exceed 840,000 so far this year
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals exceed 840,000 so far this year
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) stated that the number of tourist arrivals in Sri Lanka so far has crossed the 840,000 mark. MORE..
Norway to assist Sri Lanka to strengthen fisheries monitoring with modern technology
Norway to assist Sri Lanka to strengthen fisheries monitoring with modern technology
Sri Lanka has entered into a significant agreement with Norway aimed at enhancing the country’s fisheries monitoring capabilities through the integration of modern technology. MORE..
Associate of ‘Homagama Gagana’ arrested with 12kg of heroin
Associate of ‘Homagama Gagana’ arrested with 12kg of heroin
A suspect was arrested in Homagama yesterday (24) by the Western Province North Crimes Division while in possession of 12 kilograms of heroin, with an estimated street value of approximately Rs. 120 million. MORE..
‘Sagarika’ train successfully re-railed; full restoration work ongoing
‘Sagarika’ train successfully re-railed; full restoration work ongoing
The ‘Sagarika’ train, which derailed near the Wadduwa Railway Station yesterday, has been successfully re-railed, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Russian-made firearm, ammunition found buried in Karandeniya Raju’s garden
Russian-made firearm, ammunition found buried in Karandeniya Raju’s garden
A 9mm Russian-made pistol and 15 rounds of ammunition were discovered buried in the garden of the residence of “Karandeniye Raju,” the brother of organised criminal “Karandeniye Sudda,” during a specialised search operation. MORE..
Turkish foreign minister says Israel has become ‘direct threat to global security,’ urges ‘collective response’
Turkish foreign minister says Israel has become ‘direct threat to global security,’ urges ‘collective response’
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Friday that Israel now poses “direct threat to global security” and urged a “collective” international response, arguing that growing instability can no longer be viewed through a purely regional lens. MORE..
Photographer arrested with over 2.5kg ‘Kush’ at BIA
Photographer arrested with over 2.5kg ‘Kush’ at BIA
A Sri Lankan passenger has been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for the possession of 2,505 grams of ‘Kush’ cannabis, estimated to be valued at approximately Rs. 25 million. MORE..
Expert raises concerns over Finance Ministry’s cybersecurity measures after BEC attack
Expert raises concerns over Finance Ministry’s cybersecurity measures after BEC attack
Cybersecurity expert Asela Waidyalankara states that technical measures are available to prevent incidents such as hackers gaining access to funds, as seen in the reported cyberattack involving a USD 2.5 million Treasury payment. MORE..
US boosts Iran war assets with third aircraft carrier USS George HW Bush
US boosts Iran war assets with third aircraft carrier USS George HW Bush
A third US aircraft carrier has arrived in the Middle East, bringing thousands more American troops and dozens of advanced fighter jets to the region. MORE..
Father killed in dispute with son in Athirahapitiya
Father killed in dispute with son in Athirahapitiya
Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murdering his father by attacking him with a sharp weapon. MORE..
US Democrats look to rein in Trump’s war powers, this time on Cuba
US Democrats look to rein in Trump’s war powers, this time on Cuba
The US Senate will vote as soon as next week on a Democratic-led effort to prevent President Donald Trump from launching an attack on Cuba, Senate aides said on Friday, responding to the Republican’s threats to take military action against the island. MORE..
‘Ehipassiko - Walk for Peace’ enters fourth day
‘Ehipassiko - Walk for Peace’ enters fourth day
The fourth day of the ‘Ehipassiko - Walk for Peace’ is scheduled to commence today (25) from the Beligammana Rajamaha Viharaya in Mawanella. MORE..
Trump’s envoys Witkoff and Kushner to fly to Pakistan for Iran talks
Trump’s envoys Witkoff and Kushner to fly to Pakistan for Iran talks
Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and the US president’s son-in-law Jared Kushner are heading to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran on Saturday morning, the White House has said. MORE..
Iran’s foreign minister arrives in Pakistan, Trump expects offer satisfying US demands
Iran’s foreign minister arrives in Pakistan, Trump expects offer satisfying US demands
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in the Pakistani capital Islamabad on Friday to discuss proposals for restarting peace talks with the US, offering some hope for an end to the eight-week war that has killed thousands and sown turmoil in global markets. MORE..
Showers expected in parts of the island after 2pm
Showers expected in parts of the island after 2pm
Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the Galle, Matara, Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya and Puttalam districts after 2.00 pm, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
MP Dilith Jayaweera calls for resignations over Treasury payment incident
MP Dilith Jayaweera calls for resignations over Treasury payment incident
The leader of ‘Sarvajana Balaya’, Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera, has stated that the recent incident involving the transfer of Treasury funds to an unidentified party cannot be attributed to hackers. MORE..
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Principals’ Service Grade III Exam postponed until further notice
Principals’ Service Grade III Exam postponed until further notice
The limited competitive examination for recruitment to Grade III of the Sri Lanka Principals’ Service – 2025 (2026), which was scheduled to be held on April 26, has been postponed until further notice. MORE..
Coastal Line’s lower track restored following ‘Sagarika’ train derailment
Coastal Line’s lower track restored following ‘Sagarika’ train derailment
The Department of Railways has announced that the lower track of the Coastal Line has been restored for regular train operations. MORE..
Sajith accuses govt of cover-up over $2.5 million cyber heist, questions delayed probe
Sajith accuses govt of cover-up over $2.5 million cyber heist, questions delayed probe
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa charged that the government has not yet made a formal statement regarding the USD $2.5 million in Finance Ministry funds that were stolen by hackers. MORE..
Public warned of financial scam using ID Office name
Public warned of financial scam using ID Office name
The Department for Registration of Persons has issued a statement over a financial fraud scheme being carried out by individuals misusing the department’s name. MORE..
Iran’s FM Araghchi expected in Pakistan tonight for 2nd round of US-Iran nuclear talks
Iran’s FM Araghchi expected in Pakistan tonight for 2nd round of US-Iran nuclear talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expected to arrive in Islamabad on Friday night as Pakistan works to host a second round of negotiations between the United States and Iran, according to regional media reports and statements from Pakistani officials. MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Northern, North-Central, North-Western, Western, Sabaragamuwa, and Eastern provinces. MORE..