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Suriyakanda PC suspended from duty

Sri Lanka, Dec. 24 -- The duties of a police constable attached to the Suriyakanda Police Station face immediate suspension following his arrest and subsequent release on bail. Authorities identified... Read More


Cabinet approves plastic ban in Adam's Peak

Sri Lanka, Dec. 24 -- The sale and use of polythene products, including lunch sheets, straws, cups, spoons, and forks, are prohibited within the Sri Pada environmental zone following Cabinet approval.... Read More


Showers expected across several provinces

Sri Lanka, Dec. 24 -- Several spells of rain may occur today (24) in the Central, Uva, and Eastern provinces, as well as the Polonnaruwa and Mullaitivu districts. The Department of Meteorology issued... Read More


Extra buses launched for the festive season

Sri Lanka, Dec. 24 -- Additional bus services for the holiday season will operate until December 27. Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) Chairman Sanjeewa NandanaKanakarathna announced during a press co... Read More


Main Christmas Mass to be held in Uswetakeiyawa

Sri Lanka, Dec. 24 -- The main Christmas mass is scheduled to take place at St. Mary's Church in Uswetakeiyawa, presided over by His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith, the Archbishop of Colombo. A sp... Read More


Narcotics confirmed in seized fishing trawler

Sri Lanka, Dec. 24 -- 11 sacks containing heroin and 'ICE' were discovered aboard a local multi-day fishing vessel. The Navy confirmed that the Police Narcotic Bureau verified the contents after the ... Read More


Over 21kg of heroin seized from seized fishing trawler

Sri Lanka, Dec. 24 -- More than 21 kgs of heroin were discovered aboard the local multi-day fishing vessel brought into the Dikowita fisheries harbour. The Navy stated that the quantity of 'ICE', fou... Read More


British tourists slam Sri Lanka visa extension hassle

Sri Lanka, Dec. 24 -- A family of British tourists has shared their frustration with Sri Lanka's immigration system, describing the process of extending their stay as "the most painful experience ever... Read More


Suspect arrested for aiding Ambalangoda shooting

Sri Lanka, Dec. 24 -- A suspect accused of aiding and abetting the shooting death of a business manager in Ambalangoda was arrested by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID). The arrest t... Read More


Security tightened in Colombo following shooting between Nugegoda and Kohuwala

Sri Lanka, Dec. 23 -- Police tightened security across Colombo after a shooting occurred between the Nugegoda and Kohuwala intersections this evening. According to police reports, an unidentified gun... Read More