Four individuals have been arrested at four separate locations in Pettah in connection with the possession and distribution of a large stock of narcotics tablets valued at nearly Rs. 20 million.
25 Apr 2026 (6:16 PM)
The United States has frozen US$344 million in cryptocurrency assets over ties to Iran, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Friday (Apr 24), as Washington seeks to raise pressure on Tehran amid energy supply disruptions due to war in the Middle East. MORE..
25 Apr 2026 (3:46 PM)
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has projected a significant increase in the country s fuel import expenditure in 2026, citing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and continued volatility in global oil markets as key contributing factors. MORE..
25 Apr 2026 (5:21 PM)
A suspect was arrested in Homagama yesterday (24) by the Western Province North Crimes Division while in possession of 12 kilograms of heroin, with an estimated street value of approximately Rs. 120 million. MORE..
25 Apr 2026 (12:34 PM)
Sri Lanka Police have requested the public to maintain strict discipline and restraint to ensure the success of the internationally acclaimed �Ehipassiko � Walk for Peace.� MORE..
25 Apr 2026 (2:14 PM)
Residents of Pitakanda village in the Ayagama Divisional Secretariat Division of Ratnapura District are calling for the installation of lightning protection systems owing to the serious and ongoing threat due to frequent lightning strikes. MORE..
25 Apr 2026 (4:44 PM)