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Sri Lankan authorities have been officially informed about 26 Sri Lankans who have been arrested in Malaysia for various offences, according to Police Spokesperson Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) F.U. Wootler.Police Spokesperson ASP Wootler noted that two Police teams have accordingly been dispatched to Malaysia to investigate the 26 Sri Lankan suspects arrested in Malaysia.Meanwhile, ASP Wootler stated that there is no diplomatic or security information confirming that the notorious Sri Lankan underworld figures known as “Kehelbaddara Padme” and “Commando Salinda” are in custody in Malaysia.Speaking at a special press conference held today (14) at the auditorium of the Police…

Former Minister Rajitha Senaratne has filed an anticipatory bail application before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court, seeking release on bail in the event of his arrest by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).Upon considering the application, Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali Jayatunga issued notice to the Bribery Commission, directing it to present its submissions before the court on July 18.

A total of 922 kilograms of heroin have been seized during joint operations conducted by Sri Lanka Police and Tri-forces across the island over the past seven months of this year.This was disclosed at a special press briefing held by the Police Media Spokesperson, Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) F. U. Wootler, at the Police Media Division auditorium today (July 14).According to ASP Wootler, the raids were carried out between January 1, 2025, and July 11, 2025. During this period, authorities also seized 1,386 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine (‘Ice’), 10,895 kilograms of cannabis, 22 kilograms of cocaine, and 329 kilograms of…

A total of 68 shooting incidents have been reported across the island in the past seven months of this year, Sri Lanka Police said.At a special press conference held today (14) at the auditorium of the Police Media Division, Police Spokesperson Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) F.U. Wootler stated that these shootings occurred between January 1 and July 13, 2025. He noted that 50 of the incidents were linked to organized crime, while the remaining 18 were due to personal disputes.Of the 68 shootings, 37 people have died, with 34 of the victims identified as organized criminals. A further 39 individuals…

Art & Jazz on the Street, a vibrant monthly event by Fairway Holdings & Fairway Colombo, istransforming Colombo Fort into a hub of creativity and culture. Held along the historic HospitalStreet in Colombo 01, this free entry event takes place on the last Saturday and Sunday of everymonth, combining the work of Sri Lankan visual artists with live jazz performances in anengaging open-air setting. It offers a unique and immersive experience for both tourists andlocals.This ongoing initiative is fully funded and organized by Fairway Holdings & Fairway Colomboas part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts to empower local talent…

Technomedics, a leader in healthcare technology in Sri Lanka, proudly announcesthe appointment of Meval Srilal, Chanaka Weerawardena and RajeevaWimalawickrama to its Board of Directors, effective from the 1 st of April 2025. Theappointments reflect the company’s commitment to strengthening its leadership andlaying the foundation for a bold, futuristic strategic vision.Mevan Srilal has been with Technomedics for 25-years and first joined the companyas a Sales Engineer. His consistent performance saw him rise to the role of ChiefOperating Officer and ultimately Executive Director. Srilal has played an integral rolein expanding the company’s product portfolio and its entry into new markets. He isan…

A 54-pound (25-kilogram) rock. Estimated auction price: $2 million to $4 million. Why so expensive? It’s the largest piece of Mars ever found on Earth.Sotheby’s in New York will be auctioning what’s known as NWA 16788 on Wednesday as part of a natural history-themed sale that also includes a juvenile Ceratosaurus dinosaur skeleton that’s more than 6 feet (2 meters) tall and nearly 11 feet (3 meters) long.According to the auction house, the meteorite is believed to have been blown off the surface of Mars by a massive asteroid strike before traveling 140 million miles (225 million kilometers) to Earth, where it…

The Managing Director of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) and Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited (CPSTL), Dr. Mayura Netthikumarage, has announced that there will be no new recruitments at the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC).He stated that the adoption of modern technology has enabled the corporation to reduce its human resource requirements.Speaking further, Dr. Netthikumarage assured that current employees need not fear for their job security.He stated that in 2012, the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation had about 3,290 employees, but with plans now in place to implement modern technology in many areas, the corporation would no longer require as many personnel as…

The Court of Appeal has dismissed without hearing a petition filed against Western Province Local Government Commissioner Sarangika Jayasundara seeking an interim injunction to prevent the holding of a secret ballot to elect the Chairman and Deputy Chairman of the Seethawaka Pradeshiya Sabha.The petition was filed by opposition members of the said Pradeshiya Sabha.The decision was delivered by a panel of judges comprising the Chairman of the Court of Appeal, Justice Rohantha Abeysuriya, and Justice Priyantha Fernando.Meanwhile, petitions filed on behalf of the Mawathagama and Seethawaka Urban Councils regarding the same matter were also rejected.

Chelsea will take on Paris Saint-Germain in the final of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA tonight.The game will get underway at 12:30 a.m. Sri Lanka time.Chelsea must somehow try to stop an in-form Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) side from adding the FIFA Club World Cup trophy to their UEFA Champions League title as the final of the first edition of FIFA’s expanded competition takes place later today.PSG travelled to the United States fresh from becoming European champions with a stunning 5-0 demolition of Inter Milan in Munich in late May, and they…