Local News
October 20, 2025
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Train Services Between Kandy and Colombo Severely Disrupted by Landslides and Derailment

Train operations on the upcountry main railway line remain heavily disrupted following a landslide and a train derailment near the Ihalakotte railway station, both caused by the ongoing adverse weather conditions. According to railway authorities, multiple landslides have occurred between the Balana and Ihalakotte railway stations and at two additional locations along the line. As […]

Local News
October 19, 2025
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50 Rounds of T-56 Ammo Recovered After Interrogation of ‘Gampaha Baba’

Police have recovered 50 rounds of T-56 ammunition following information provided by ‘Gampaha Baba’, an organized crime suspect recently arrested in Nepal and brought back to Sri Lanka. The discovery was made during an interrogation conducted by the Kelaniya Divisional Criminal Investigation Bureau. The suspect was transferred to the Peliyagoda Divisional Criminal Investigation Bureau yesterday […]

Local News
October 19, 2025
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SLPP to Require Police Clearance for Election Candidates — Namal Rajapaksa

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organizer Namal Rajapaksa announced that all candidates seeking nominations from the party will be required to submit a police clearance report to confirm they have no ties to organized crime or drug trafficking. Speaking to reporters following a meeting with the SLPP youth group, MP Rajapaksa said the new […]

Local News
October 19, 2025
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Vendors Fined Over Rs. 25 Million for Overpricing Bottled Water

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has collected more than Rs. 25 million in fines over the past six months from vendors found guilty of selling bottled drinking water at inflated prices. According to the CAA, the raids—conducted between April 1 and September 30—resulted in 306 cases, with the majority reported from the Colombo District. Officials […]

Local News
October 18, 2025
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Air Force Tasked with Leading Anti-Drug Operations: President Dissanayake

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that the Sri Lanka Air Force will be assigned a special responsibility in the government’s intensified campaign against the drug menace. Speaking at a ceremony held at the Sri Lanka Air Force Academy in China Bay, Trincomalee, the President emphasized the importance of a disciplined and efficient state service capable […]

Local News, World News
October 18, 2025
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PM Amarasuriya Invites Indian Investors to Strengthen Economic Ties and Innovation Partnerships

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya met with representatives of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) in New Delhi during her first official visit to India as Prime Minister. Discussions centered on deepening bilateral economic cooperation and exploring new avenues for collaboration in sectors such […]

Local News
October 18, 2025
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Attorney Gunaratne Wanninayake Records Statement Over Mount Lavinia Court Incident

Attorney-at-Law Gunaratne Wanninayake appeared at the Mount Lavinia Police Station this morning to provide a statement regarding an incident that occurred at the Mount Lavinia Court premises. Police confirmed that Wanninayake arrived at the station accompanied by a witness to give his statement. On October 15, he was released on bail by the Mount Lavinia […]

Local News
October 17, 2025
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Navy Seizes 53kg of Heroin Hidden in Fishing Vessel off Southern Waters

The Sri Lanka Navy has seized over 53 kilograms of heroin from a multi-day fishing vessel intercepted in international waters south of the island. The operation, carried out last night, led to the arrest of five fishermen who were aboard the vessel at the time. Navy officials revealed that the narcotics had been carefully concealed […]

Local News
October 17, 2025
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Close Associate of ‘Loku Patty’ Crime Gang Arrested with Assault Rifle and Modified Ammunition

A key associate linked to the organized crime group ‘Loku Patty’ has been arrested in the Hungama area during an operation conducted by the Police Illegal Assets Investigation Division. The suspect, identified as S.F. Indika, was found in possession of a T-56 assault rifle, two loaded magazines, and 60 modified rounds of ammunition typically used […]