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Passenger arrested with Kush worth Rs. 52 million at BIA

Colombo, March 5 -- A 34-year-old male passenger was arrested early this morning at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) with 5.2 kilograms of Kush cannabis. The arrest was made by officers ... Read More


44 reservoirs overflowing after heavy rains

Colombo, March 4 -- The water levels of 44 reservoirs out of the 73 main reservoirs have started spilling due to the heavy rains received in the catchment areas over the past few days, the Irrigation ... Read More


Muslim extremist group detected in Eastern Province: Cabinet spokesman

Colombo, March 4 -- Information has been received regarding a Muslim extremist group operating in the Eastern Province, Cabinet spokesman and Minister Nalinda Jayatissa revealed. Addressing the media... Read More


Fuel distributors warn of shortage from today

Colombo, March 3 -- While disputing the statement made by Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) Chairman stating that there would be no fuel shortage this week, the Fuel Distributors' Association said th... Read More


'National Women's Week' declared

Colombo, March 3 -- In line with International Women's Day, which falls on March 8, the Ministry of Women and Child Affairs has declared a 'National Women's Week' to commemorate this significant occas... Read More


Air quality good in most cities

Colombo, March 3 -- A good level of air quality was recorded in most cities, while a moderate level was observed in Jaffna, Kurunegala, Galle, and Puttalam, the Vehicular Emission Test Trust Fund of t... Read More


One dead, 726 affected by adverse weather

Colombo, March 3 -- One person died due to a lightning strike and 726 people from 178 families have been affected in five districts due to the prevailing adverse weather, the Disaster Management Centr... Read More


Foreign digital service providers can retain overseas earnings amid tax increase: Handunneththi

Colombo, Feb. 28 -- The tax burden on individuals providing services to foreign countries while residing in Sri Lanka has increased. However, they have the option to keep their income abroad without b... Read More


Good air quality recorded in several cities

Colombo, Feb. 28 -- The air quality level was recorded as good in Colombo 07, Kandy, Kegalle, Nuwara Eliya, Kalutara, Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura yesterday, the Vehicular Emission Test Trust Fund of ... Read More


Dry weather causes island-wide water disruptions

Sri Lanka, Feb. 26 -- The prevailing dry weather across the island has caused significant disruptions in the water supply in several regions, the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) said.... Read More