Two Indonesians arrested at BIA with Rs. 67 Mn Kush consignment
Police Narcotics Division officers at the Katunyake Airport arrested two Indonesian nationals early today (20) while attempting to smuggle a stock of Kush drugs out of the airport. It is reported that the suspects, a 22‑year‑old man and a 30‑year‑old…
Above 75 mm of rain expected in some parts of Sri Lanka today
Showers or thundershowers will occur in most parts of Sri Lanka after 1.00 pm today (20), according to the Department of Meteorology. Fairly heavy falls above 75 mm are likely at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North- central…
Sri Lanka agrees to join India-led International Big Cat Alliance
Sri Lanka has agreed to join the India-led International Big Cat Alliance, according to a list of outcomes released following the visit of Indian Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar to Sri Lanka. The announcement was included among several bilateral outcomes issued…
Young man who robbed 74-year-old in Dehiwala arrested with Ice
A suspect linked to the robbery of an elderly man in Dehiwala, an incident that went viral on social media, has been arrested with Ice narcotics, police said. The arrest was made today (19) by officers of the Dehiwala Police…
8 children killed in US shooting
Eight children were killed in a mass shooting in Louisiana after a domestic-related incident that unfolded across multiple locations in Shreveport, according to police. Authorities said the victims were aged between one and 14 years old. A total of 10…
India calls Colombo Dockyard takeover a significant strategic investment
India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has described Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited’s acquisition of a 51% controlling stake in Colombo Dockyard PLC as a “significant development” that represents investment in a highly strategic sector. Speaking on the development, Misri said the…
Trump issues fresh threat to ‘knock out’ power plants and bridges in Iran if no deal is reached
US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, threatening to “knock out” the country’s power plants and bridges if it does not agree to a proposed deal, amid rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. In a…
Man arrested over gold jewellery theft from women on Anuradhapura–Colombo bus
Police have arrested a suspect in connection with the theft of gold jewellery belonging to three women travelling on a bus from Anuradhapura to Colombo. According to police, the incident took place on April 2, 2026, during a night journey….
Indian Vice President meets Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has met Indian Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan during his first bilateral visit to Sri Lanka. In a post on X, Premadasa said they held constructive discussions on expanding trade, deepening economic ties, and exploring practical…
Indian Vice President meets Prime Minister Harini
Indian Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan met Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya during his ongoing visit to Sri Lanka. During the meeting, the leaders recalled the shared civilisational heritage between the two countries and discussed further strengthening bilateral ties, including enhancing…