Leading liquor store owner booked for promoting booze sales through Facebook

A leading liquor store chain owner cum hotelier had been booked by the Department of Excise yesterday for promoting booze sales through Facebook by using attractive discounts, thus violating the NATA Act. The Excise also took a large stock of foreign liquor kept in possession sans paying duty, the Daily Mirror learns.

Sri Lanka turns to India to stem fallout of U.S. tariffs

In the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump slapping increased tariffs on imports, Sri Lanka sought to strengthen economic cooperation with India during the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Welikada Police face scrutiny over death of youth in custody

The Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP), Priyantha Weerasuriya, has recommended to the National Police Commission that the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Welikada Police Station be transferred to enable an impartial inquiry into the death of 26-year-old Sathsara Nimesh, who died while in police custody at the Welikada Police Station.

NPP MP Kosala Nuwan passes away

National People’s Power (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) Kosala Nuwan has passed away at the age of 38 after suffering a heart attack, hospital sources said.

Indian woman arrested at Katunayake airport with Rs. 65 Mn worth of cocaine

An Indian woman was arrested at Katunayake Airport this morning (06) by officers of the Police Narcotics Bureau with cocaine worth Rs. 65 million.

Over 600 complaints related to LG elections

A total of 74 fresh complaints related to the upcoming Local Government elections were received, taking the total number to over 600.

Sri Lanka frees 11 Indian fishermen after PM Modi’s appeal

Sri Lanka has set at least 11 Indian fishermen free, in a goodwill gesture.

No wigs please - the new rules shaking up beauty pageants

Long, flowing wigs and weave extensions have dominated the catwalks of Ivory Coast’s massively popular beauty pageants for years.

PM Modi concludes visit, emplanes for India

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his state visit and emplaned for India.

Will question Govt on agreements signed with India in Parliament next week: Harsha

We intend questioning the government in Parliament on the agreements it has signed with India during the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, when it meets on Tuesday, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Harsha de Silva said today.

India’s rivers are home to 6,000 dolphins - but they are in trouble

India’s longest and most holy river, the Ganges, is home to thousands of dolphins. But their survival is under threat.

PM Modi meets members of 1996 World Cup-Winning Sri Lankan cricket team

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday interacted with members of the 1996 World Cup-winning Sri Lankan cricket team and said the triumph captured the imagination of countless sports lovers.

Thousands protest against Trump and Musk in ’Hands Off!’ rallies across US and Europe

Tens of thousands of protesters have taken part in an anti-Trump protest in a score of locations across the US in what organisers expect to be the largest single day of protest against President Donald Trump and his billionaire ally Elon Musk.

Fire breaks out at Borella function hall

A fire broke out at a function hall on Castle Street, Borella, last night and later extinguished.

Some 50,000 kgs shrimp meant for destruction found heading to market

A stock of 50,000 kilograms of large shrimp, previously recommended for destruction, was discovered stored in two containers and being transported to the Peliyagoda Fish Market Complex, allegedly to be sold to the public.

Police probe alleged sexual assault by doctor at Negombo Hospital

The Negombo Police have initiated an investigation following a complaint received at the Police Headquarters regarding an alleged sexual assault at the Negombo General Hospital.

BASL calls for immediate, impartial probe over death of youth in police custody

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has called upon the Acting Inspector General of Police to ensure the conduct of an immediate and impartial investigation into the death of a youth while in the custody of the Welikada Police, due to fatal injuries.

Sri Lankan assurance of upholding Indian interests forms basis for defence MoU- Indian Foreign Secretary

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake reassured once again that Sri Lanka’s land or oceanic territory would not allow to be used in a manner that is inmical and detrimental to India’s interests , Indian Foreign Secretary Vickram Misri said.

Upcountry Tamil parties meet Indian PM Modi, seeks further help

The leaders of political parties representing the upcountry Tamil community met with visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi this evening.

Special Tri-Forces team departs for Myanmar to provide disaster relief

A specialised medical and disaster relief team, consisting of 26 members from the Sri Lanka Tri-services led by Brigadier Punya Karunathilake departed for Myanmar on a special flight today to assist those affected by the recent earthquake.

Govt. to initiate prompt discussions with US on possible relief measures

The Sri Lankan government is expected to initiate prompt discussions with the US government regarding possible relief measures following the introduction of the US reciprocal tariffs, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Visiting Indian Prime Minister meets Opposition Leader

Visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa today the Opposition Leader’s office said.

Buddha’s relics found during excavation in India to be brought for exposition on Vesak Day

Some relics of the Buddha found during excavation in Gujarat, India, will be brought to Sri Lanka in view of Vesak Poya this year, Indian Foreign Secretary Vickram Misri said.

Ranil advocates for ETCA with India amid US tariffs

In the wake of the US reciprocal tariffs, former President Ranil Wickremesinghe stressed the importance of the conclusion of the Economic and Technology Cooperation Agreement (ETCA) with India while operationalising free trade agreements with Thailand and Singapore.

Modi conferred Sri Lanka’s highest civilian honour ‘Mitra Vibhushana’

Sri Lanka on Saturday conferred its highest civilian honour, the Mithra Vibhushana, on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who said the award reflects the historic ties and deep friendship between the two countries.

India, Sri Lanka exchange seven MoUs

India and Sri Lanka exchanged seven MoUs covering areas such as defence, interconnection of two power grids, the development of Trincomalee as an energy hub and cooperation in the health sector.

PM Modi, President AKD break ground virtually for Sampur solar project

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake unveiled the plaques virtually for the ground breaking of the Sampur solar energy project, and the inauguration of the temperature controlled warehouse in Dambulla and rooftop solar panels at 5,000 religious institutions across the country.

Court order prevents activists from entering Fort, Galle Face

The police have secured a court order from the Fort Magistrate’s Court to prevent members of the Frontline Socialist Party and the Inter-University Students’ Federation (IUSF) from entering the Colombo Fort and Galle Face areas today.

Renewable energy key to South Asia’s stability and security: Col. Nalin Herath

Colonel Nalin Herath - Director General and Acting Director (Research) of the Institute of National Security Studies coming under the Ministry of Defence- said the governments in South Asia must prioritise investments in renewable energy, grid modernisation, and energy efficiency, while international cooperation and financial support are essential to help regions make this transition.

INS Sahyadri arrives at Colombo Port

The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri arrived at the Port of Colombo on a formal visit 04 Apr 25. The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions.