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Wanted Crime Suspect Brought Back from Dubai
A 36-year-old organised crime suspect who had reportedly been hiding in Dubai and was the subject of a Red Notice has been brought back to Sri Lanka early today (25). The suspect was brought to the co…
Sugeeshwara Bandara Remanded Until September 9
Sugeeshwara Bandara, former private secretary to former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, has been further remanded until September 9. The order was issued after he was produced before court today (25).
Water Supply Suspended in Parts of Colombo and Gampaha
Water supply has been temporarily suspended in several areas of the Colombo and Gampaha districts due to an emergency situation that could affect water quality near the location where water is drawn f…
Another Petition Filed Against 22nd Amendment Bill
Another petition challenging the Bill relating to the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution, gazetted by the government, has been filed before the Supreme Court. The petition was filed by social media ac…
Forensic Report Filed in Case Against Ven. Hemarathana
A Government Analyst’s official report has been filed before the Anuradhapura Chief Magistrate’s Court in connection with the case against former Atamasthanadhipathi Ven. Pallegama Hemarathana over al…
Sri Lanka Opens New Oil and Gas Exploration Bids
Sri Lanka will begin a new licensing programme today (25) to invite bids for the exploration and development of petroleum and natural gas resources in its territorial waters, the Petroleum Development…
Two Indians Arrested with Duty-Free Cigarettes
Two Indian nationals have been arrested with a consignment of cigarettes brought into Sri Lanka without paying customs duty at Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake today (25). The suspects…
Police Rescue 11-Year-Old Boy from Sea
An 11-year-old boy who was swept into the sea after being caught in a strong current at Polhena Beach in Matara has been rescued by officers attached to the Matara Police Lifesaving Unit. The incident…
Suspect Brought to Sri Lanka from Overseas
A suspect has been brought to Sri Lanka from a foreign country today (25), Police Media Spokesperson Deputy Inspector General of Police Frederick Wutler said. Video footage and photographs related to…
Early Cultivation Key to Two Successful Seasons
Both cultivation seasons could be successfully completed without major difficulties if the Maha season is started early and the 2027 Yala season begins by March 15 or early April, according to Enginee…
