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Funds lost to hackers can be recovered if transferred abroad

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- Money from the General Treasury that allegedly fell into the hands of computer hackers can be recovered if it has been transferred to other countries, according to the Sri Lanka... Read More


Five suspects in heroin seizure remanded

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- Five suspects, who were being held under detention orders after being arrested while transporting over 161 kilograms of heroin in the deep sea, were ordered to be remanded until... Read More


Deadline for 2026 Advanced Level exam applications tomorrow

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- The window to submit applications for the 2026 G.C.E. Advanced Level examination closes tomorrow(4). The Department of Examinations issued a special media release confirming tha... Read More


Lal Kantha accused of misusing state property

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- A formal complaint was filed with the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption today (23) by the New People's Front against Agriculture Minister K.D. Lal K... Read More


Safety guidelines issued for Vesak and Poson Dansal

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- Specific health and safety protocols for Dansal held across the country during the upcoming Vesak and Poson festivals appear in a new directive. Director General of Health Serv... Read More


International Peace Walk commences in Dambulla

Sri Lanka, April 22 -- A peace walk aimed at promoting global harmony began in Dambulla a short while ago. The event is scheduled to continue until April 28 with official state sponsorship. Vietnames... Read More


## CID and Financial Intelligence Unit launch probe into cyber theft during foreign currency payment: Ministry files complaint with relevant authorities

Sri Lanka, April 22 -- A specialised investigation into a theft carried out by cyber hackers who accessed the computer systems of the Department of Foreign Resources under the Ministry of Finance, Pla... Read More


24 injured as private bus hits tree near Upparu bridge

Sri Lanka, April 22 -- A private bus traveling from Trincomalee to Mutur veered off the road and collided with a tree near the Upparu River bridge on the Trincomalee-Batticaloa main road. The inciden... Read More


Sri Lanka encouraged to boost garment exports to Europe

Sri Lanka, April 22 -- Sri Lankan apparel exports to the European market should increase further, stated Vanina Paoli-Gagin, Chair of the France-Sri Lanka Parliamentary Friendship Group of the French ... Read More


Hiru denies all allegations by Lalkantha, demands will not be complied with. A strong response from Hiru!

Sri Lanka, April 22 -- A strong response has been sent to the letter of demand issued to Hiru News by the lawyer of Agriculture Minister K D Lalkantha, regarding his declaration of assets. The legal ... Read More