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The Terrorism Investigation Division (TID) has commenced an investigation into a controversial statement made by high-profile drug trafficking and organized crime suspect Nandun Chinthaka Wickramaratne, alias “Harak Kata,” who is currently detained at the Tangalle Old Prison.The suspect had reportedly made certain comments to the media referring to former minister Tiran Alles and suspended IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon, while being escorted to the Colombo High Court for a case and once again when being escorted back to prison from the court premises yesterday (14).According to police, a team of TID officers has been appointed to carry out the investigation, which officially…

Two passengers have been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake for attempting to smuggle gold valued at Rs. 210 million. The suspects had concealed the gold within vehicle spare parts and attempted to pass through the airport’s “Red Channel” designated for businessmen, said Ada Derana reporter.The arrested individuals include a 26-year-old resident of Grandpass, Colombo, and a 46-year-old resident of Rambukwella, Kandy. Both are reportedly engaged in transporting various goods from overseas to Sri Lanka on behalf of local businessmen.The duo had arrived at BIA last morning (May 15) at 8.30 a.m. on…

On the directive of Acting Inspector General of Police Priyantha Weerasuriya, Sri Lanka Police have commenced inspections of long-distance public and private buses across the country to ensure passenger safety following multiple recent passenger bus accidents.As part of this initiative, Ginigathhena Police conducted emergency inspections of long-distance buses operating from Hatton earlier today (15), focusing on vehicles traveling along the Hatton-Kandy main road, particularly in the Ambagamuwa area.During the operation, legal action has been sought against 11 drivers—five from Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) buses and six from private operators—for operating vehicles with serious mechanical or safety deficiencies that posed…

The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) has decided not to attend today’s special meeting to be held among representatives of the opposition parties to discuss ways to establish power within local government bodies, where the National People’s Power (NPP) does not hold a majority.Leaders of opposition political parties yesterday (14) reached an agreement on establishing control over all local government bodies, including municipal and urban councils and Pradeshiya Sabhas where opposition parties’ collectively have a majority.Accordingly, a discussion among the general secretaries of the relevant parties is scheduled to be held later today.However, the SLPP has stated that although it…

Renowned Sri Lankan chef and YouTube content creator Charith N. Silva, known for his popular YouTube channel ‘Wild Cookbook’, has featured in “Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia: The Arts” list for the year 2025 under the Arts (ART & STYLE, FOOD & DRINK) category.Silva is among young chefs worldwide infusing local flavors with international flair and Chinese fashion designers taking on the red carpet.Known for videos showing him preparing dishes in outdoor settings, Charith N Silva launched the YouTube channel ‘Wild Cookbook’ in 2020 during the pandemic. With over 600 videos, ‘Wild Cookbook’ is now Sri Lanka’s largest YouTube channel with…

Sri Lanka wicket-keeper Kusal Mendis is set to be named as a temporary replacement signing for England wicket-keeper Jos Buttler for the remainder of the IPL 2025 season with the Gujarat Titans.With the rejigged schedule of the IPL clashing with England’s limited-overs series with the West Indies and the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) naming Buttler in the squads, he will certainly miss the IPL 2025 Playoffs. While the England-West Indies series begins on May 29 in Edgbaston, the Qualifier 1 match of the Playoffs is also slated to be held on the same day.According to NewsWire and ESPNcricinfo,…

The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka has officially joined the ‘GovPay’ digital payment platform, enabling online transactions for a range of court services that were previously handled in cash. The move is part of a broader initiative launched by the National People’s Power (NPP) government to digitize public services across the country. The GovPay facility, introduced to streamline and modernize government service payments, currently covers 16 major state institutions and is accessible to the public via www.govpay.lk. The latest phase of this digital transformation was marked at a ceremony held today at the Supreme Court Complex, under the patronage of Chief Justice Murdu…

A group of officials attached to the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) conducted an inspection of the bus which was involved in the tragic accident which claimed the lives of 23 individuals in Gerandi Ella, Ramboda on Sunday (11).The inspection was carried out at the Kotmale Police Station, where the bus is currently being held, by a group of senior officials from the department.Meanwhile, the bus was also examined yesterday (14) by the Government Analyst at the Kotmale Police Station.A Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) bus operating from Kataragama to Kurunegala via Nuwara Eliya veered off the road and toppled…

Practical tests for the Aesthetics subjects of the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination 2024 (2025) will be conducted from May 21 to May 31, 2025, the Department of Examinations has announced.According to a statement issued by the Commissioner General of Examinations, A.K.S. Indika Kumari Liyanage, the practical examinations will take place at 1,228 examination centers island-wide, catering to approximately 171,100 candidates.The practical tests cover the following Aesthetic subjects:Music (Eastern) – Subject Code 40Music (Western) – Subject Code 41Music (Carnatic) – Subject Code 42Dancing (Local) – Subject Code 44Dancing (Bharatha) – Subject Code 45Drama and Theatre (Sinhala) – Subject Code 50Drama and…

The Colombo High Court today fixed July 21, 2025, for the pre-trial conference in the case filed against three police officers attached to the Welikada Police in connection with the custodial death of a domestic worker in 2023.The case was taken up before Colombo High Court Judge R.S.S. Sapuwida.During proceedings, defence attorneys informed court that they had not received some of the documents submitted in relation to the case. The judge accordingly instructed the State Counsel to ensure that the necessary documents are provided to the defence. After considering all facts presented, the judge scheduled the pre-trial conference for July 21.The…