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17 May 2026 (7:16 PM)
The individual suspected of removing sections of the railway line between Wanawasala and Kelaniya, along with the individual alleged to have purchased the removed railway materials, has been remanded in custody until May 29, authorities said.
17 May 2026 (4:43 PM)
Police have revealed that parts removed from the railway line where a train derailment occurred have been sold for Rs. 3,000, and the individual who purchased the items has also been arrested after his identity was traced, Western Province North Deputy Inspector General of Police Kalinga Jayasinghe said. MORE..
17 May 2026 (1:33 PM)
Two individuals have been arrested by officers attached to the Department of Wildlife Conservation Wanathawilluwa sub-office for possessing a leopard skin, several firearms and ammunition inside a house located on a coconut estate. MORE..
17 May 2026 (3:00 PM)
A Disaster Relief Services Officer in the Monaragala District, who is accused of irregularities in connection with Ditwah compensation payments, has been suspended from duty. MORE..
17 May 2026 (5:53 PM)
Farmers have warned the government that they will stage large-scale protest marches to Colombo if their legitimate demands are not addressed without delay. MORE..
17 May 2026 (1:11 PM)