Monthly Archives: October 2025
The Ella Odyssey tourist train derailed near Kotagala Railway Station earlier today, according to the Railway Department. Authorities confirmed that the engine section of the train was affected in the incident. Despite the derailment, officials assured that upcountry train operations will not be disrupted, and teams have already begun the process of removing the derailed […]
The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) is taking steps toward a comprehensive and sustainable waste management plan as the city continues to generate nearly 450 tons of garbage daily, most of which is currently processed at the Kerawalapitiya waste-to-energy plant. Colombo Mayor Vraîe Cally Balthazaar said the council has been holding active discussions over the past […]
he government has introduced new regulations to facilitate the release of vehicles detained by Sri Lanka Customs, according to a gazette issued by Finance, Planning and Economic Development Minister Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Effective October 24, the new rules permit the release of vehicles imported under cross-border letters of credit (LCs)—specifically where the LC was opened […]
Sri Lanka delivered a dominant performance at the 4th South Asian Senior Athletics Championships 2025 in Ranchi, India, securing gold medals in both the Men’s and Women’s 4x100m relay events. The Men’s 4x100m relay team sprinted to victory with an impressive time of 39.99 seconds, while moments later, the Women’s 4x100m relay team matched the […]
Police have arrested a 53-year-old suspect during a raid in the Ambagahawatta area of Minuwangoda, recovering eight live T-56 rounds and 15 training ammunition. The operation was conducted by officers from the Gampaha Divisional Criminal Investigation Bureau, who subsequently handed over the suspect and the seized ammunition to the Minuwangoda Police Station for further investigations.
Police have seized an illegally imported jeep during a raid carried out in Mirihana, following an investigation by the Homicide and Organized Crime Investigation Division. According to police, the vehicle had been brought into the country without paying customs duty and was registered using forged documents. Investigations revealed that the jeep’s details were fraudulently entered […]
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has recorded a two-hour statement from popular model and actress Piumi Hansamali in connection with an ongoing investigation involving underworld figure ‘Kehelbaddara Padme.’ The inquiry stems from a photograph discovered on Padme’s mobile phone, which reportedly shows Piumi Hansamali alongside Padme and several other well-known Sri Lankan actresses. Investigators have […]
Train operations along the main line, which were temporarily suspended due to a train derailment and adverse weather conditions, will resume from tomorrow (23), the Department of Railways announced. Accordingly, several trains between Kandy and Colombo Fort will recommence operations starting from 4:30 a.m. tomorrow. The following services will be in operation in the morning: […]
The Sri Lanka Spa Owners’ Association has filed a writ petition before the Court of Appeal, requesting an order directing the Attorney General to expedite the drafting of a bill to legalize and regulate Ayurvedic massage treatment centers across the country. The petition names the Inspector General of Police (IGP), the Secretaries to the Ministries […]
Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara, widely known as Midigama Lasa, has died after being shot this morning (22) at the Pradeshiya Sabha premises. Police said two unidentified gunmen arrived on a motorcycle and opened fire before fleeing the scene. Wickramasekara was rushed to the hospital with critical injuries but later succumbed. He was elected […]