Mount Lavinia incident: Police release details of Foreign woman’s arrest
Police Spokesman said a Ukrainian national arrested following a late-night incident in Mount Lavinia has been remanded until April 22. According to Police, the woman was arrested over alleged assault, robbery, and obstructing police officers during the incident reported outside…
PHIs file 817 cases in festive food safety drive
File photo Public Health Inspectors have launched an islandwide operation to ensure food safety during the festive season, with legal action already filed against 817 outlets. The program, which began on April 1, has seen 967 raids conducted across the…
30,000 MT furnace oil shipment arrives in Sri Lanka
A shipment of furnace oil required for electricity generation has arrived in Sri Lanka. Managing Director of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation, Mayura Neththikumara, said the vessel is carrying 30,000 metric tons of fuel oil. The ship arrived in the country…
Pope Leo responds to Trump: “I am not afraid”
Pope Leo XIV said he has “no fear of the Trump administration” and will continue to speak out against war, after US President Donald Trump criticised his comments on the Iran conflict. Speaking to reporters aboard the papal plane en…
Rajasthan Royals official under scanner after dugout phone controversy
Rajasthan Royals manager Romi Bhinder has come under scrutiny after allegedly using a mobile phone during their IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Guwahati. According to reports, the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) Anti-Corruption and…
Foreign woman assaults several, including police officer, in Mount Lavinia incident
A foreign woman was taken into custody following an incident of disorderly conduct reported in Mount Lavinia last night. According to video footage recorded by bystanders, the woman — believed to be under the influence — became aggressive and allegedly…
Severe lightning advisory issued for 18 districts
The Department of Meteorology has issued a severe lightning advisory for multiple parts of the country, valid from 12.30 p.m. to 11.00 p.m. today (April 13). The advisory, issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre, covers the Western, Sabaragamuwa,…
Two arrested for killing wildlife in Yala National Park
Two suspects have been arrested for allegedly killing wild animals in Yala National Park and possessing animal meat. The arrests were made during a joint special operation conducted by officers of the Police Special Task Force and wildlife officials in…
Woman arrested in Negombo with 90-bottle liquor haul
Police have arrested a 53-year-old woman in the Negombo area for possession of illegal liquor. The arrest was made yesterday (April 12) during a raid conducted by officers of the Negombo Police Station. During the operation, police seized 67.5 liters…
Minister Calls 118 After Public Complaints Over 119 Delays
Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala said he has received multiple public complaints regarding delays in responses to calls made to the 119 police emergency hotline. The Minister said he recently contacted the 118 National Help Desk hotline himself following…