Local News
November 11, 2025
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Ramith Rambukwella Shows Obscene Gesture to Media After Corruption Indictment

Social media erupted today after a video surfaced showing Ramith Rambukwella, son of MP Keheliya Rambukwella, making an obscene gesture—raising his middle finger—towards media personnel outside the Colombo High Court shortly after receiving indictments. Rambukwella has been charged with unlawful accumulation of assets, with the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) alleging […]

Local News, Sports
November 11, 2025
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Jaffna to Receive Rs. 170 Million Indoor Stadium

The Cabinet has approved a proposal to construct a new indoor stadium in Jaffna to strengthen indoor sports and improve sports infrastructure in the Northern Province. The project, submitted by the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, carries an estimated cost of Rs. 170 million. The facility aims to support the growth of sports such […]

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November 11, 2025
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Islamabad Suicide Blast Near Kacheri Leaves 12 Dead, 21 Injured

At least 12 people were killed and 21 others injured in a suicide bombing near the Islamabad Kacheri (District Judicial Complex) earlier today. According to police, a vehicle caught fire immediately after the blast, with flames rapidly spreading and damaging several nearby cars and motorcycles. A large number of security personnel were deployed to the […]

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November 10, 2025
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Thalawa Bus Crash: 17-Year-Old Student Dead, 47 Injured

A 17-year-old school student has died and 47 others were injured in a bus accident at the Jayaganga Junction in Thalawa, according to the Director of the Anuradhapura Hospital. The accident occurred this afternoon when a private bus veered off the road. Hospital authorities confirmed that 47 injured individuals were admitted, with 46 currently receiving […]

Local News
November 10, 2025
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Death Penalty for Six in Brutal 2015 Double Murder

Six individuals convicted over a brutal double murder have been sentenced to death. The verdict was delivered by Ampara High Court Judge Ruchira Srimith Mendis Wijesekara after a lengthy trial. The case pertains to an incident that occurred on April 14, 2015, in the Padiyathalawa area, where three individuals were assaulted. Two of the victims […]

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November 10, 2025
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Seven Sri Lankan Drug Traffickers Hiding in Middle East Offer to Surrender Minister

Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala says seven Sri Lankan drug traffickers currently hiding in the Middle East have informed authorities of their willingness to surrender. The minister made the disclosure on Saturday during the Colombo District phase of the national anti-drug initiative, “A Nation United,” held at the Colombo District Secretariat. According to Minister Wijepala, […]

Local News
November 10, 2025
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Woman Arrested with Over 5kg of Heroin in Seenigama Raid

A woman has been arrested with more than 5 kilograms of heroin during a police raid in the Seenigama, Godagama area. The operation was carried out by the Meetiyagoda Police following a tip-off received by officers. Police said that investigations are continuing to identify possible links to a wider drug network.

Local News
November 08, 2025
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Court Fines Gampola Divisional Secretary for Obstructing Sri Lanka’s First Cable Car Project

The Court of Appeal has issued a writ order against the Gampola Divisional Secretary, prohibiting any unauthorized interference with Sri Lanka’s first cable car project being constructed in the Ambuluwawa area. Delivering the ruling yesterday (07), Justice Gihan Kulatunga also ordered the Divisional Secretary to pay Rs. 100,000 in legal costs to the petitioner, Amber […]

Local News
November 08, 2025
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Three Vehicles Seized From Sampath Manamperi in Middeniya Drug Investigation

Police today seized three vehicles belonging to Sampath Manamperi, who is currently in custody over a major drug investigation in the Middeniya area. The operation was conducted by officers of the Colombo North Crimes Division, with support from Middeniya Police. According to police, the seized vehicles include: The seizures were made based on information provided […]