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New directive issued on testing drivers under the influence of narcotics
New directive issued on testing drivers under the influence of narcotics
A new directive outlining the procedure that police officers must follow when inspecting drivers suspected of operating vehicles under the influence of narcotics has been issued by the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports, and Civil Aviation. MORE..
Drug trafficker ‘Potta Amila’ arrested along with three associates
Drug trafficker ‘Potta Amila’ arrested along with three associates
A key member of an organized crime gang and known drug trafficker, ‘Potta Amila’ has been arrested by the Moragahahena Police, along with three of his close associates. MORE..
World’s oldest person, 116, meets King Charles
World’s oldest person, 116, meets King Charles
King Charles III has made a special visit to the world’s oldest person, who told him she remembered “all the girls were in love with you and wanted to marry you”. MORE..
18-year-old from Malta arrested with materials suspected to be used in manufacturing ‘Ice’
18-year-old from Malta arrested with materials suspected to be used in manufacturing ‘Ice’
An 18-year-old from Malta has been arrested with materials suspected to be used in manufacturing ICE during a raid in Weligama, police stated. MORE..
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Duo arrested in connection with assault on German nationals in Unawatuna
Duo arrested in connection with assault on German nationals in Unawatuna
Two individuals involved in a tourism sector in Rumassala, Unawatuna, have been arrested by the Tourist Police in connection with an alleged assault on a group of German nationals. MORE..
Chinese ‘research ship’ Yuan Wang 5 re-enters Indian Ocean after three years
Chinese ‘research ship’ Yuan Wang 5 re-enters Indian Ocean after three years
Three years after its controversial entry into the Indian Ocean, China’s Yuan Wang 5 — a vessel officially designated as a ‘research ship’ but widely recognised as a sophisticated intelligence-gathering platform — has once again been tracked near the region, sparking fresh concerns in India’s security establishment. MORE..
Body of a male found near canal in Ibbagamuwa
Body of a male found near canal in Ibbagamuwa
A body of a young male who had died under mysterious circumstances has been discovered near a canal in Ibbagamuwa by the Gokarella Police. MORE..
Mild earthquake shakes Dhaka, other parts of Bangladesh
Mild earthquake shakes Dhaka, other parts of Bangladesh
A mild tremor shook Dhaka and several other parts of Bangladesh on Sunday afternoon (21). MORE..
No cuts to religious education and aesthetic subjects – Prime Minister
No cuts to religious education and aesthetic subjects – Prime Minister
Under the current government, there will be no reduction or removal of religious education or aesthetic subjects in any way, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has affirmed. MORE..
Investigative report on substance found in Netolpitiya due next week
Investigative report on substance found in Netolpitiya due next week
The investigative report on the substances discovered on a plot of land in Netolpitiya, Tangalle is expected to be released to police next week, the National Dangerous Drugs Control Board has stated. MORE..
CAA conducts 70 rice-related raids last week
CAA conducts 70 rice-related raids last week
A total of 70 raids related to rice have been conducted by the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) last week. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s commitment to ensure Indian Ocean remains zone of peace reaffirmed
Sri Lanka’s commitment to ensure Indian Ocean remains zone of peace reaffirmed
The Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) has reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s longstanding commitment to ensuring that the Indian Ocean remains a zone of peace, open to cooperation and free from conflict, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement. MORE..
President to leave for US tomorrow to attend UN General Assembly
President to leave for US tomorrow to attend UN General Assembly
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to leave for the United States tomorrow (22). MORE..
CEB workers to further intensify trade union action from tomorrow
CEB workers to further intensify trade union action from tomorrow
Several trade unions of the Ceylon Electricity Board have announced that they will intensify their trade union action further against the proposed restructuring of the CEB, effective midnight today. MORE..
British PM set to announce recognition of Palestinian state today
British PM set to announce recognition of Palestinian state today
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce the UK’s recognition of a Palestinian state in a statement on Sunday afternoon. MORE..
47-year-old Karandeniya PS Chairman dies due to sudden illness
47-year-old Karandeniya PS Chairman dies due to sudden illness
Chairman of Karandeniya Pradeshiya Sabha Mahil Munasinghe, has passed away due to a sudden illness. MORE..
White House says new H-1B visa fee applies only to new applicants
White House says new H-1B visa fee applies only to new applicants
The White House said on Saturday that the new 100,000-U.S.-dollar fee for H-1B visas will not apply to current holders of valid visas re-entering the United States, following confusion and concern sparked by the Trump administration’s introduction of the measure. MORE..
Special island-wide police raids result in over 700 arrests
Special island-wide police raids result in over 700 arrests
Sri Lanka Police announced that a total of 714 suspects were arrested yesterday (20) during island-wide operations conducted under the instructions of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to combat crime and drug-related offenses. MORE..
21-year-old youth attacked to death over personal dispute
21-year-old youth attacked to death over personal dispute
A youth has been attacked to death with a sharp weapon in the Balawathgama area of the Hemmathagama Police Division. MORE..
Pentagon imposes new restrictions on media covering the US military
Pentagon imposes new restrictions on media covering the US military
The Pentagon has unveiled new restrictions on media covering the US military, requiring them to pledge not to disclose anything not formally authorized for publication and limiting their movements within the Department of War. MORE..
Drug shortage stems from procurement issues, not financial constraints – Health Minister
Drug shortage stems from procurement issues, not financial constraints – Health Minister
Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa has stated that the prevailing shortage of medicines within the country is not due to financial constraints. MORE..
Indian naval ship ‘INS SATPURA’ arrives at Colombo Port
Indian naval ship ‘INS SATPURA’ arrives at Colombo Port
The Indian Naval Ship ‘INS SATPURA’ has arrived at the Port of Colombo for replenishment and service requirements yesterday (20). MORE..
Israel presses on with Gaza City assault, at least 60 Palestinians killed
Israel presses on with Gaza City assault, at least 60 Palestinians killed
Israel’s military kept up its assault on Gaza City and the wider Gaza Strip on Saturday, dismantling underground shafts and booby-trapped structures in attacks that killed at least 60 Palestinians, according to Gazan health authorities. MORE..
All passenger transport drivers required to obtain ‘PT License’ by December 31 – Transport Minister
All passenger transport drivers required to obtain ‘PT License’ by December 31 – Transport Minister
Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation Bimal Rathnayake has stated that it is mandatory to all drivers engaged in passenger transport to obtain a “PT License” (Public Transport License) before December 31. MORE..
Trump issues vague threat to Afghanistan over Bagram air base
Trump issues vague threat to Afghanistan over Bagram air base
US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Sep 20) threatened Afghanistan with unspecified punishment if the Taliban-controlled country did not “give Bagram Airbase back”. MORE..