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Police 'violated' alleged ISIS suspect's fundamental rights

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- The Supreme Court ruled today (04) that the police violated the fundamental rights of a young man from Aluthgama, Mohamed Milhan, by arresting him under the Prevention of Terrori... और पढ़ें


Explosion reported near tanker off Kuwait

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- A tanker off the coast of Kuwait has been hit by a "large explosion", causing an oil spill, British maritime security agency UKMTO says. "There is oil in the water coming from a... और पढ़ें


India concerned over developments in Iran and Gulf region

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- India has expressed deep concern at the recent developments in Iran and the Gulf region and urged all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation, and prioritise the safety of ... और पढ़ें


ASP Rohan Olugala assumes duties in new role

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Rohan Olugala assumed duties in his new role today. This follows his recent transfer to serve as the Director of the Walana Anti-Corrupti... और पढ़ें


Shooting reported at house in Mathugama

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- Two individuals on a motorcycle opened fire at a residence in the Mathugamakanda area of Mathugama around 11:30 last night. Police stated that no injuries occurred during the in... और पढ़ें


Indian nationals were arrested with drugs at BIA

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- Officers attached to the Narcotics Control Unit arrested two Indian nationals yesterday (04) for attempting to illegally smuggle a stock of cannabis into the country. The suspec... और पढ़ें


Parliamentary select committee formed for Ditwah cyclone response

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- Members have been appointed to the Parliamentary Select Committee tasked with conducting a comprehensive study on the lack of preparedness to face Cyclone Ditwah. The committee ... और पढ़ें


SLTDA decides against promoting LGBTQ+ tourism

Sri Lanka, March 4 -- The Attorney General informed the Court of Appeal today (04) that the Tourism Development Authority has taken a policy decision not to promote tourism activities targeting the LG... और पढ़ें


32 injured sailors admitted to Karapitiya hospital

Sri Lanka, March 4 -- Hospital sources confirmed that 32 injured sailors from the distressed Iranian naval ship "IRIS Dena" were admitted to the Karapitiya National Hospital in Galle. The vessel, a M... और पढ़ें


Transformer fire disrupts power and traffic

Sri Lanka, March 4 -- A sudden fire broke out at an electricity transformer near the Kalutara District Secretariat this morning (04), causing significant disruptions to power supplies and vehicle move... और पढ़ें