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Following a concerning increase in organized criminal activities in the Western and Southern Provinces, a special operation under the ’Yukthiya’ initiative was launched today.
18 Mar 2024 - 5 - 1432
Sri Lanka Cricket has named a 17-member squad and Wanindu Hasaranga, who announced his retirement from Test cricket last year, has made a comeback for the ICC World Test Championship series against Bangladesh, commencing on March 22.
17 Mar 2024 - 3 - 1164
With both teams facing significant setbacks, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are eagerly eyeing an ODI series win as they prepare to clash in the decider tomorrow (18) at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram.
17 Mar 2024 - 25 - 3868
A Deputy Controller and a former Deputy Controller of the Department of Immigration and Emigration were arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department for issuing passports to underworld criminals Nuresh Supun Dayaratne alias ’Heenatiyana Mahesh’ and Shan Arosh Liyanage alias ’Mathugama Shan’ based on false information.
17 Mar 2024 - 6 - 919
Sri Lankan fast bowler Dilshan Madushanka will no longer participate in the ongoing Bangladesh tour due to a left hamstring injury he sustained during the 2nd One Day International (ODI) on Friday (15).
16 Mar 2024 - 5 - 1686
International Cricket Council (ICC) has approved the qualification process for Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The 20-team tournament will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, and will have a total of 12 automatic qualifiers.
16 Mar 2024 - 11 - 2501
Eighteen police officers including 8 senior DIGs and the Director of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), have been transferred with immediate effect, the police said.
14 Mar 2024 - 1 - 866
The Sri Lanka Army accepted a stock of special Explosive Ordnance Disposal Equipment, which had been gifted to the Ministry of Defence under the Chinese Military Grant scheme.
14 Mar 2024 - 2 - 672
Gunshots had been fired at a house of notorious underworld figure and drug trafficker Agampodi Sajith Saman Priyantha alias ’Samankolla’, in Idanthota, Ambalangoda during the early hours of this morning.
13 Mar 2024 - 3 - 799
In the wake of the concerning surge in shootings within the Southern Province recently, IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon convened a critical meeting with senior police officers today to address the escalating violence that has resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries across the region.
13 Mar 2024 - 1 - 784
Buoyed by their thrilling 2-1 Twenty20 International (T20I) Series victory against Bangladesh, Sri Lanka gear up for a three-match One Day International (ODI) Series starting today at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram.
12 Mar 2024 - 7 - 4230
Sports Minister Harin Fernando has approved the 16-member ODI squad for the upcoming three-match series against Bangladesh, commencing tomorrow at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram.
12 Mar 2024 - 5 - 1959
The main suspect arrested in connection with the killing of a Buddhist monk at a temple in Malwathuhiripitiya was killed when police opened fire at the suspect while attempting to escape custody, police said.
11 Mar 2024 - 4 - 1052
Another shooting incident was reported in Galagoda, Ambalangoda tonight resulting in two fatalities and two others sustaining injuries, police said.
11 Mar 2024 - 0 - 712
An individual was killed and three others, including a woman, were injured in a shooting incident at Guruwala in Pitigala tonight.
11 Mar 2024 - 12 - 3540
More than 250 youths from Jaffna have applied to join the Sri Lanka Air Force during the ’Air Tattoo 2024’ educational and technological exhibition, which was held in Jaffna in commemoration of the SLAF’s 73rd anniversary.
10 Mar 2024 - 14 - 1573
The government returned a total of 109.56 acres of land, previously occupied by the military, to the rightful owners in the Jaffna peninsula today.
09 Mar 2024 - 9 - 2270
Police arrested the cab driver involved in a hit-and-run accident at Rambewa in Anuradhapura early this morning.
09 Mar 2024 - 3 - 1329
Police have arrested four suspects in connection with a kidnapping incident where an individual was held for a ransom of Rs. 3.5 million.
09 Mar 2024 - 4 - 1852
Three male youths were killed and two other women injured after they were run over by a speeding cab at Rambewa in Anuradhapura early this morning, Police said.
07 Mar 2024 - 1 - 772
A police sergeant assigned to the Matara Division Crime Investigation Unit has been arrested for his involvement in aiding and abetting the failed escape attempt of organized criminal Nandun Chinthaka alias ’Harak Kata’ from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
07 Mar 2024 - 5 - 1061
The former Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Kalpitiya Police Station who was charged over sexually assaulting a female police constable, has been remanded till March 12 by the Puttalam Magistrate’s Court.
06 Mar 2024 - 1 - 1422
Three persons died in an accident near Bulogolla Junction in Potuhera on the Colombo-Kurunegala Main Road last night.
05 Mar 2024 - 1 - 1132
After a splendid batting performance from Sri Lanka’s top order, they will aim for a Twenty20 International (T20I) Series win against Bangladesh when the two teams clash in the second match at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium tomorrow.
05 Mar 2024 - 24 - 3819
Railway workers allegedly assaulted two tourists on a train travelling from Colombo to Badulla.
05 Mar 2024 - 5 - 2611
Despite Uva Province Governor A.J.M. Muzammil’s remarks that his son had informed the police of his intention to surrender over the investigations into the alleged assault of a woman, police clarified today that neither the suspect nor the Governor has directly communicated with them regarding such a surrender.
04 Mar 2024 - 4 - 4435
The Fort Magistrate granted bail to two individuals who mistakenly trespassed into the grounds of Temple Trees in Colombo after following directions on Google maps.
04 Mar 2024 - 2 - 1671
A 31-year-old man was killed and another injured following a shooting at Niripola in Hanwella this morning.
04 Mar 2024 - 5 - 2449
Public Security Minister Tiran Alles said yesterday that Russians and Ukrainians who have been in Sri Lanka since February 2022 will need to apply for a visa or leave the country.
03 Mar 2024 - 0 - 1071
The Police Special Task Force arrested three suspects along with 9 kgs of ice narcotics during a raid in Colombo.
03 Mar 2024 - 3 - 1231
The investigations conducted thus far into the suspects, including Zahran’s brother-in-law, who were arrested by the Kattankudy Police, have concluded that these individuals were not planning to commit any criminal or anti-state activities.
03 Mar 2024 - 14 - 2659
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk expressed deep concern over Sri Lanka’s proposed legislative measures, at the 55th Session of the Human Rights Council, warning of their potential impact on fundamental rights and freedoms.
01 Mar 2024 - 0 - 1421
A three-wheeler driver was killed in a shooting incident near a hotel in Ahungalla town, police said.
29 Feb 2024 - 0 - 841
Sri Lanka’s Twenty20 International (T20I) Captain Wanindu Hasaranga today expressed confidence ahead of their upcoming tour of Bangladesh, kicking off on March 4 in Sylhet, which serves as crucial preparation for the T20 World Cup later this year.
29 Feb 2024 - 0 - 1449
While defending his actions during the ’Aragalaya’ period, newly appointed IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon today emphasized that if not for their actions, the current situation could have been significantly different.
29 Feb 2024 - 18 - 1555
Deshabandu Tennakoon assumed duties as the new Inspector General of Police (IGP) this morning at the police headquarters.
28 Feb 2024 - 17 - 5189
Police have launched an investigation into Police Inspector Duminda Jayathilaka, the Officer In-Charge of the Organized Crime Division at the Colombo Crimes Division, who has left the country due to death threats from members of underworld gangs, targeting him and his family.
28 Feb 2024 - 2 - 1174
An ex-army soldier, who was wanted for the killing of a meat shop owner in Mahabage and several other crimes, died in a confrontation with the Police Special Task Force in the Suriyawewa area.
27 Feb 2024 - 12 - 2547
Several players of the Sri Lankan cricket team met Sports Minister Harin Fernando today to discuss issues and challenges faced by the Sri Lankan cricketers.
27 Feb 2024 - 0 - 1640
A police sergeant shot and killed himself using his service firearm near the Kotawila Court complex.
27 Feb 2024 - 15 - 1294
The Cabinet has given the green light to President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s proposal to establish a ’’Children of Gaza Fund’’ aimed at providing aid to victims of violence in Gaza.
27 Feb 2024 - 9 - 3409
Two persons arriving on a motorcycle near a hotel along Marine Drive in Wellawatte fired shots into the air before fleeing, police said.
26 Feb 2024 - 1 - 696
The inaugural edition of the Lanka T10 League is set to take place from December 12 to December 22, 2024.
26 Feb 2024 - 7 - 1479
Kelum Mudannayake, the president of the Kelaniya University Students’ Union, has been taken into custody by the Public Complaints Division of the Criminal Investigation Department.
26 Feb 2024 - 21 - 1003
Following the ongoing Island-wide ’’Yukthiya’’ operation against underworld criminals and narcotics, President Ranil Wickremesinghe is likely to extend Deshabandu Tennakoon’s appointment as Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP), Daily Mirror learns.
26 Feb 2024 - 13 - 1559
A Public Health Inspector (PHI) was shot dead in Divithurugama, Elpitiya this morning, police said.
25 Feb 2024 - 18 - 2359
The Sri Lanka Army has announced the granting of permission for the public to visit seven Hindu temples (Kovils) situated within the high-security zone under the jurisdiction of the Security Forces Headquarters in Jaffna.
25 Feb 2024 - 54 - 7803
Former Sri Lankan cricketer Tillakaratne Dilshan has obtained Australian citizenship following a citizenship ceremony, Australian MP Jason Wood said.
25 Feb 2024 - 26 - 4217
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has ordered an investigation into the notification issued to Russian and Ukrainian tourists, without prior Cabinet approval, requiring them to leave the country within 14 days.
25 Feb 2024 - 9 - 2194
A Chinese woman was arrested in connection with a fraud exceeding Rs. 8.4 million, Police said.
25 Feb 2024 - 24 - 6524
SriLankan Airlines clarified that the delays experienced by passengers at the check-in counters in Bandaranaike International Airport during the early hours of the morning were due to temporary, unplanned operational conditions at the airport and not any form of trade union action.
25 Feb 2024 - 12 - 4557
At least four SriLankan flights were delayed at Bandaranaike International Airport this morning due to ground staff refraining from performing some of their duties.
24 Feb 2024 - 27 - 2071
Sri Lanka’s T20I captain Wanindu Hasaranga has been suspended for two international matches after his accumulated demerit points reached five within a 24-month period following his latest breach of the ICC Code of Conduct, for which he received a 50 percent fine and three demerit points.
24 Feb 2024 - 1 - 1250
The Police Special Task Force arrested a key suspect linked to the shooting incident at Mahabage on Thursday.
22 Feb 2024 - 4 - 564
In a bid to address the rising issue of cattle theft plaguing the dairy farmers nationwide, Police have initiated a special programme under the ’Yukthiya’ operation, with the support of intelligence units, to crack down on cattle thieves.
21 Feb 2024 - 2 - 1061
Rear Admiral Pradeep Rathnayake has been appointed as the Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Navy effective from 16th January by President Ranil Wickremesinghe.
20 Feb 2024 - 3 - 1274
Sri Lanka’s men’s cricket team will tour Bangladesh during March–April this year to take part in an all-format tour, Sri Lanka Cricket said.
20 Feb 2024 - 41 - 12679
In the wake of an influx of tourists particularly from Russia following the implementation of a visa-free entry programme, concerns have been raised regarding the involvement of some Russian female tourists, engaging in illegal activities such as prostitution during their stay in Sri Lanka, the Daily Mirror learns.
19 Feb 2024 - 9 - 1600
A woman and two children riding on a motorcycle were killed in an accident when a train travelling from Puttalam towards Chilaw collided with the motorcycle at a railway crossing in Arachchikattuwa.
18 Feb 2024 - 5 - 867
Tickets for the 2nd and 3rd T20I matches between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan scheduled for tomorrow (February 19) and February 21 at the RDICS, Dambulla have been sold out, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said.