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Sampath Manamperi remanded
Sampath Manamperi remanded
Sampath Manamperi, who was detained for interrogation by the Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB), has been ordered remanded in custody by the Walasmulla Magistrate’s Court today (23).MORE..
Cause of death revealed after 2 bodies found with drugs haul at house in Tangalle
Cause of death revealed after 2 bodies found with drugs haul at house in Tangalle
The post-mortem examination on the bodies of the three persons who died under mysterious circumstances in the house, where drugs were later found in the Seenimodara area of Tangalle, has revealed that they died due to overdosing on a mix of heroin and beer. MORE..
Sri Lanka to seek legal advice on $1 bn unpaid marine disaster claim
Sri Lanka to seek legal advice on $1 bn unpaid marine disaster claim
The Sri Lankan government on Tuesday said it will consult the Attorney General on the next course of action after the owning company of a vessel failed to honour a court order directing it to pay USD 1 billion in compensation for a mishap, considered to be the worst marine disaster in the Indian Ocean. MORE..
FR petition against appointment of Bribery Commission DG withdrawn
FR petition against appointment of Bribery Commission DG withdrawn
The Fundamental Rights petition challenging the appointment of High Court Judge Ranga Dissanayake as the Director General of the Commission to Investigate Allegations against Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC)... MORE..
Sri Lanka’s export earnings hit USD 11.6B in first 8 months of 2025
Sri Lanka’s export earnings hit USD 11.6B in first 8 months of 2025
Sri Lanka’s export sector has continued to demonstrate resilience and steady growth during the first eight months of 2025, recording total earnings of US$ 11,554.32 million. MORE..
Sri Lanka positioned as a unique hub for international business events - PM Harini
Sri Lanka positioned as a unique hub for international business events - PM Harini
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that “SRI LANKA MICE EXPO 2025” is a great opportunity to engage in business activities at the international level but also a valuable platform to bring the name of Sri Lanka onto the global stage. MORE..
Indian Navy Chief pushes for stronger defence ties with Sri Lanka
Indian Navy Chief pushes for stronger defence ties with Sri Lanka
Chief of the Naval Staff of India Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Monday laid a wreath at the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) Memorial in Colombo, “honouring the courage and supreme sacrifice of Indian soldiers” who served during the IPKF operations, the Navy Spokesperson said. MORE..
Sri Lanka and EU sign €8 million grant agreement to support economic recovery
Sri Lanka and EU sign €8 million grant agreement to support economic recovery
The government signed a grant agreement with the European Union today to launch a new initiative aimed at fostering sustainable economic recovery through improved biodiversity conservation and solid waste management. MORE..
Afghan boy flies from Kabul to Delhi hiding in plane’s landing gear
Afghan boy flies from Kabul to Delhi hiding in plane’s landing gear
A 13-year-old Afghan boy made a dangerous journey from Kabul to Delhi, hiding in the landing gear compartment of a Kam Air passenger plane. MORE..
Owner of lorry found concealing drugs in Tangalle to be detained until 29 Sept.
Owner of lorry found concealing drugs in Tangalle to be detained until 29 Sept.
The owner of a lorry that was found concealing heroin and crystal methamphetamine (commonly known as ‘Ice’) in Seenimodara, Tangalle, yesterday (22), has been ordered to be detained for questioning. MORE..
Uni students’ protest leads to heavy traffic between Narahenpita and Borella
Uni students’ protest leads to heavy traffic between Narahenpita and Borella
Heavy traffic congestion has been reported from Narahenpita towards Borella owing to a protest, according to Ada Derana reporter today. MORE..
Cabinet nod to renovate several state university buildings through budget allocations
Cabinet nod to renovate several state university buildings through budget allocations
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to the proposal to renovate several state universities by completing the construction of university buildings and related infrastructure facilities. MORE..
Cabinet approves introduction of ‘Government SuperApp’ to streamline public services
Cabinet approves introduction of ‘Government SuperApp’ to streamline public services
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to the proposal to create a ‘Government SuperApp’, aimed at enabling the public to access government services through a single, unified digital platform. MORE..
Sri Lanka says no immediate LNG imports from India as infrastructure lags
Sri Lanka says no immediate LNG imports from India as infrastructure lags
Sri Lanka has no immediate plans to import liquefied natural gas (LNG) from India, as the required infrastructure including storage facilities is yet to be built, the country’s energy minister said on Tuesday. MORE..
New Zealand woman convicted of murdering her two children and hiding bodies in suitcases
New Zealand woman convicted of murdering her two children and hiding bodies in suitcases
A South Korean-born New Zealand woman was convicted on Tuesday of murdering her two children, whose bodies were discovered in suitcases in an abandoned storage locker, local media reported. MORE..
Majestic tusker ‘Sapumal’ injured in shooting, condition critical
Majestic tusker ‘Sapumal’ injured in shooting, condition critical
The tusker known as ‘Sapumal’, native to the Hurulu Eco Park and Minneriya National Park, has reportedly been shot at by unknown individuals. MORE..
‘Kush’ worth over Rs. 50 million seized at BIA
‘Kush’ worth over Rs. 50 million seized at BIA
Two individuals have been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) while attempting to exit the airport with a large consignment of “Kush” cannabis worth over Rs.50 million, this morning (23). MORE..
Fertilizer subsidy to farmers worth Rs. 200M to be provided via QR code – Minister
Fertilizer subsidy to farmers worth Rs. 200M to be provided via QR code – Minister
A QR code system will be introduced in the near future to provide fertilizer subsidies to tea farmers to ensure efficiency and transparency, the Minister of Plantations and Community Infrastructure, Samantha Viddyarathna announced in Parliament today (23). MORE..
Two persons linked to yesterday’s Tangalle drugs seizure arrested
Two persons linked to yesterday’s Tangalle drugs seizure arrested
Police have arrested two sons of an individual who died after being hospitalised from a house in Seenimodara, Tangalle, yesterday (22), where a large haul of narcotics was found in three lorries, police stated. MORE..
2025 Galle Dialogue to commence tomorrow
2025 Galle Dialogue to commence tomorrow
The twelfth edition of the Galle Dialogue International Maritime Conference is scheduled to commence tomorrow (24). MORE..
Former Moratuwa Mayor Saman Lal Fernando granted bail
Former Moratuwa Mayor Saman Lal Fernando granted bail
Former Mayor of the Moratuwa Municipal Council Saman Lal Fernando has been granted bail by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (23), Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Hong Kong braces for world’s most powerful typhoon this year
Hong Kong braces for world’s most powerful typhoon this year
Typhoon Ragasa is churning towards Hong Kong, generating winds of up to 220kmh. MORE..
Belgium, Malta, Andorra, Monaco and Luxembourg recognise Palestinian state at UN meeting
Belgium, Malta, Andorra, Monaco and Luxembourg recognise Palestinian state at UN meeting
Belgium, Malta, Andorra, Monaco and Luxembourg have announced that they officially recognise the State of Palestine, joining a growing list of nations declaring recognition at an international conference in New York. MORE..
Immigration Controller Harsha Ilukpitiya sentenced to two years in prison for contempt of court
Immigration Controller Harsha Ilukpitiya sentenced to two years in prison for contempt of court
The Supreme Court has sentenced Harsha Ilukpitiya, the Controller General of Immigration and Emigration, to two years of imprisonment after being found guilty of contempt of court.
Justice Minister to attend first review of Committee on Enforced Disappearances in Geneva
Justice Minister to attend first review of Committee on Enforced Disappearances in Geneva
Minister of Justice and National Integration Harsha Nanayakkara is scheduled to depart for Geneva, Switzerland, on Wednesday (24), to participate in the first periodic review of Sri Lanka by the Committee on Enforced Disappearances. MORE..