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An investigation has been launched regarding the circulation of ‘fake news’ and doctored photographs on social media, which appear to falsely represent Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, Ananda Wijepala, the Police Headquarters stated.The incident follows a major joint operation conducted recently by Sri Lanka Police and the Indonesian Police, during which several members of organized crime gangs—who had been hiding overseas while continuing drug trafficking and criminal activities in Sri Lanka—were arrested in Indonesia.These suspects were brought to Sri Lanka on August 30 and a team of Indonesian police officers who actively contributed to the operation also arrived…

The hearing of evidence in the case filed against the underworld figure Nadun Chinthaka Wickramaratne, alias “Harak Kata,” who is accused of breaking into a house in Meethotamulla and robbing a three-wheeler and Rs. 26,000 in cash, was held at the Colombo High Court today (01).The evidence was recorded before Colombo High Court Judge Lanka Jayaratne, Ada Derana reporter said.Under the direction of Deputy Solicitor General Sudarshana De Silva, the testimony of two prosecution witnesses was recorded.Court then ordered that the further hearing of evidence be adjourned until October 29.When the case was called, “Harak Kata” was produced in court…

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has uncovered that ‘Ishara Sewwandi’, the fugitive female who alleged to have aided and abetted the murder of notorious underworld figure and drug trafficker Ganemulla Sanjeewa inside the Hulftsdorp No. 05 Magistrate’s Court on February 19, 2025., has fled the country.This revelation was made during interrogations of Kehelbaddara Padme and others, who were recently arrested in Jakarta, Indonesia, and brought back to Sri Lanka.The arrests were part of a joint operation conducted by Sri Lanka Police, Indonesian Police, and Interpol, targeting organized criminals and drug traffickers.The group, including Kehelbaddara Padme, Commando Salintha, and Backhoe Saman,…

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has extended his gratitude to all factions who stood by him from the time of his arrest to his hospitalisation.Issuing a special statement to media today (01), he stated that he is thankful to everyone who supported him through social media and other means from the moment he was taken into custody.The former President further mentioned in his statement that he intends to meet with all those parties at a later stage.Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who was receiving treatment at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Colombo National Hospital, was discharged from the hospital on…

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to participate today (01) in several events to inaugurate and commence work on new development projects in Jaffna.The third phase of the project to develop the Myliddy Fisheries Harbour in Jaffna will be inaugurated this morning (01) under the patronage of the President, the President’s Media Division said.Under this phase, essential facilities such as water, electricity, fuel, cold storage, net-mending centers, auction halls, and radio communication centers are planned to be provided for the fishing community in the Northern Province, as well as for fishing vessels arriving from the Eastern and Southern Provinces.Following the…

Update: Death toll in Afghanistan earthquake rises to over 600 while more than 1500 injured.At least 250 people have been killed and over 500 have been injured in Afghanistan after a 6.0-magnitude earthquake hit the country, Taliban officials said Monday.At least 250 people have been killed and over 500 have been injured in Afghanistan after a 6.0-magnitude earthquake hit the country, Taliban officials said Monday.The earthquake struck 17 miles from the city of Jalalabad near the border with Pakistan around midnight local time (3:30 p.m. ET Sunday), according to the U.S. Geological Survey.Because the earthquake hit a remote mountainous area,…

UPDATE: The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has informed former President’s Secretary Saman Ekanayake that it is not necessary for him to appear before the CID today, according to the former President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s Media Division.Earlier, it was reported that he had been instructed to appear before CID at 9:00 a.m. today (01).The summons has been issued in connection with the ongoing investigation into a visit to the United Kingdom undertaken by former President Ranil Wickremesinghe.Saman Ekanayake was questioned previously over the same incident.Meanwhile, the former Media Director General to the President, Dhanushka Ramanayake, said that former President Ranil Wickremesinghe attended…

The ground breaking ceremony of Pentara Residencies, Colombo’s most iconic twin-towerdevelopment by Home Lands Group, was successfully held on Thursday, 28th August 2025 atThummulla Handiya, Colombo.The event was graced by the Minister of Urban Development, Construction and Housing, Hon.Anura Karunathilaka, Chairman of the Urban Development Authority, Eng. (Mr) Kumudu Lal,Chairman of the Condominium Management Authority, Eng. (Mr) Bandula Karunarathne,Director General of the Board of Investment, Mrs. Renuka M Weerakoon, along with seniorgovernment officials, distinguished invitees, customers, and well-wishers.Addressing the audience, Minister of Urban Development, Construction and Housing, Hon.Anura Karunathilaka noted:“Private sector companies like Home Lands bring in large-scale investment, generateemployment,…

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who was receiving treatment at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Colombo National Hospital, has been discharged from the hospital, a short while ago.

Former Minister Rajitha Senaratne, who appeared before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (29), has been remanded until September 09.Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanka S. Bodaragama issued the order after considering the facts presented from the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) and the defense lawyers.Senaratne, for whom a warrant had previously been issued, was arrested after appearing before the court this morning (29).Earlier, Colombo High Court Judge Lanka Jayaratne, who had issued a remand order in connection with another case filed by the Bribery Commission, directed that Senaratne be produced before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today. Accordingly, the High…