Hatton double murder suspect remains at large after hospital escape: Police
The suspect wanted in connection with the double murder of an elderly couple in Dikoya, Hatton, is yet to be arrested, contrary to earlier media reports of him being rearrested, the Police said. According to the Police Media Division, the…
Kalutara South shooting victim identified as businessman
The victim in the shooting incident reported in Kalutara South today (28) has been identified as a businessman from the area. Addressing the media, Police Spokesman ASP F.U. Wootler said that the deceased is a 38-year-old man. “A group that…
American Airlines plans to double India tech hub staff, sources say
U.S. carrier American Airlines Group (AAL.O), opens new tab plans to double headcount at its India technology hub to about 800 by early next year, two people familiar with the matter said. Rival Southwest Airlines (LUV.N), opens new tab last…
14 Chinese nationals intercepted at BIA with Rs. 20.7M worth of cigarettes
Sri Lanka Customs officers at Katunayake Airport (BIA) have intercepted 14 Chinese nationals attempting to smuggle foreign cigarettes valued at Rs. 20,730,000 into the country. The suspects, all identified as business employees, arrived at 1:30 am today (28) and were…
Countries tighten travel rules as Ebola risk rises
The World Health Organization on Saturday, May 17, declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo a Public Health Emergency of International Concern and said there was a high risk it could spread to neighbouring countries. The decision…
Muslims in Sri Lanka celebrated the Hajj festival today
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Nearly 15,000 Dansal registered for Vesak Poya
The Public Health Inspectors’ Union (PHIU) says nearly 15,000 dansal have been registered across Sri Lanka for Vesak Poya, it was reported. According to reports, PHIU Secretary Chamil Muthukuda said registration remains open. Muthukuda urged organizers to follow proper health‑safety…
Giant Messi statue in India to be removed over safety concerns
A giant statue of football superstar Lionel Messi erected in India to mark his visit last year is “swaying in the wind” and will be removed, a lawmaker told AFP on Wednesday (May 27). Workers have scrambled up the 21m…
Global CEO Forum recognizes Wire Group Founder for Outstanding Leadership Excellence
Ashan Kumar, Group Chairperson of Wire Communication Consultancy Holdings, has received the Global CEO Forum 45 Under 45 Leadership Excellence Platinum Awards 2026 recently held at The Hilton, Colombo. Wire Group Chairperson Ashan Kumar receiving the ‘45 Under 45’ Platinum…
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards say they targeted a US air base
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said they launched an attack targeting an American air base, which they say was the source of US strikes on Iranian targets early Thursday local time, state-linked Iranian media reported. The IRGC did not…