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Police have detected another stock of chemicals, similar to the stock recovered in Middeniya and suspected to be used in the manufacturing of crystal methamphetamine (ICE), at a residence in Kandana.It has been reported that these chemicals are very similar to those found on September 6 during a raid on a property in Thalawa, Middeniya, which were also believed to be used in ‘ICE’ production.Police stated that the chemicals may have been brought and left at the location approximately four months ago.The seized chemicals are scheduled to be taken to the Tangalle Police for further investigation.Meanwhile, another stock of chemicals…

Sri Lanka’s Kamil Mishara hit an unbeaten 73 as the tourists beat Zimbabwe by eight wickets on Sunday to win the third Twenty20 international and take the series 2-1.An unbeaten 117-run partnership with Kusal Perera saw Sri Lanka win with 14 balls to spare at the Harare Sports Club as they chased down a formidable target. Perera was 46 not out.Zimbabwe, who beat Sri Lanka by five wickets to level the series on Saturday, were put in to bat and made 191-8 with Tadiwanashe Marumani top-scoring with 51.Sri Lanka also won two One-Day Internationals against Zimbabwe earlier this year.Source: Reuters–Agencies

The death toll from the bus crash near the 24th Km Post on the Ella-Wellawaya main road last night (4) has reportedly increased to 15.At least fifteen individuals, including nine females, were reported dead, while 18 others — 11 males and seven females, including children — sustained injuries when a bus toppled down a precipice near the 24th km post on the Ella–Wellawaya main road last night, police confirmed.More than 15 patients have been admitted to the Badulla Teaching Hospital, with several said to be in critical condition.The accident occurred when the bus, carrying a group of employees from the…

EDEX Mid-Year Expo 2025, Sri Lanka’s premier education and career fair, will return onSeptember 13th–14th to the BMICH, Colombo. This highly anticipated event will open doors forstudents, job seekers, and professionals to explore education pathways and careeropportunities both locally and internationally.This year’s expo will consist of around 50 leading educational institutions, 10 corporates, anddirect overseas exhibitors from Dubai and Indonesia, giving attendees access to highereducation and employment opportunities in Sri Lanka and abroad. The expo fulfills its ongoingmission of inspiring and empowering Sri Lankan youth to become globally competitive.“Our focus has always been to provide the youth with the knowledge,…

Former Minister Rajitha Senaratne, who is currently in remand custody, was presented before the Bribery Commission today (03).Rajitha Senaratne was taken into custody on August 29 after appearing in court following an arrest warrant that had been issued against him.Following his court appearance, he was placed in remand custody until September 9.At the time, Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanka S. Bodaragama ordered prison authorities to present Senaratne before the Bribery Commission at 9:00 a.m. today to record a statement.

The 159th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Police will be celebrated today (03).The first Police office was established on September 3, 1866, with G.W.R. Campbell being appointed as the first Police officer.This day is recognised as the foundation day of the Sri Lanka Police.Meanwhile, a special commemorative ceremony will be held today at the Police Field Force Headquarters in celebration of the 159th Police Day.In preparation for the event, the Colombo Traffic Division has also announced a special traffic plan, according to Police Headquarters.As per the traffic plan, vehicle movement along Havelock Road — from Thummulla Junction to Thimbirigasyaya Junction,…

The Supreme Court has declared that the Hatharaliyadda Police violated the fundamental rights of a 16-year-old schoolboy and his mother, awarding compensation and issuing fresh directives to safeguard the rights of minors in custody.The court held that the Acting Officer-in-Charge of the Hatharaliyadda Police Station in 2022 tortured the teenager, who had been wrongfully arrested on suspicion of stealing jewellery, and further infringed his rights by detaining him unlawfully and failing to produce him before a magistrate within the time required by law.During court proceedings it had been revealed through medical evidence that the student sustained injuries after being beaten…

The United National Party has postponed its 79th anniversary celebration, which was scheduled for Saturday, September 6, citing the health condition of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe.UNP General Secretary Thalatha Athukorale said the decision was taken by the party’s management committee, which met in Colombo on Tuesday.She said the event will be rescheduled for later this month. Athukorale added that the decision was made following medical advice given to Wickremesinghe and on the request of party committee members.

The Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Italy, Maria Tripodi, is scheduled to arrive in the island on an official visit today (03).The Deputy Minister will remain in Sri Lanka until September 5, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism said in a statement.This visit is significant as it marks the highest-level incoming visit from Italy to Sri Lanka in almost a decade, the Foreign Ministry stated.During her visit, Deputy Minister Tripodi will co-chair, along with Arun Hemachandra, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment, the inaugural session of the Sri Lanka–Italy Political Consultations.A Memorandum of…

China will hold a massive military parade in central Beijing on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of its victory in World War II, pledging its commitment to peaceful development in a world still fraught with turbulence and uncertainties.In Tian’anmen Square stand towering structures shaped like the Great Wall — a symbol of the Chinese nation’s courage and solidarity in resisting foreign aggression — crowned with giant numerals “1945” and “2025.”Tens of thousands of people are expected to attend the event.President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military…