2006 assault case : Nimal Lanza granted bail
The Negombo High Court today released former MP Nimal Lanza on a surety of Rs. 200,000. Nimal Lanza had been remanded by the Negombo Magistrate’s Court over several allegations, including a 2006 assault. On 29th August, Lanza surrendered to Kochchikade…
UNP, SJB to continue joint efforts with Opposition parties
The United National Party has decided to continue working collaboratively with the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and other opposition political parties, in line with the consensus reached during initial discussions, UNP Chairman Vajira Abeywardena said. According to the former minister,…
Two arrested over Panadura shootings
Two suspects have been arrested over various crimes, including the recent shootings in the Hirana and Pinwatte areas in Panadura. According to the Police, a 38-year-old man from Arukgoda was arrested on Sunday with 02.2 grams of ICE, 07 mobile…
Excavations at Chemmani mass grave halted over lack of funds
Excavation work on the mass grave at Chemmani in Sri Lanka’s northern province has been halted pending fresh allocation of funds by the Justice Ministry, Indian media The Hindu reported. Citing lawyers close to the operation, The Hindu reported that…
Dollar rate in Sri Lanka today
The Sri Lankan Rupee has changed slightly against the US Dollar at commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (08 Sep), compared to Thursday. At Seylan Bank, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 298.85 to Rs….
Dangerous bus driving caught on camera
A motorist has captured the moment a major bus collision had almost occurred due to the reckless driving of two buses. The incident captured on the vehicle’s dashcam is reported to have taken place in the Kumbukkana area in the…
Sri Lanka Tourism launches “Whispers of Ceylon” Wedding Experience for Polish tourists
The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) has partnered with The Barn House Sri Lanka to introduce “Whispers of Ceylon,” a novel wedding and engagement offering, in a strategic move to attract the growing Polish tourism market. According to the…
Two suspects arrested with 83 passports
Two suspects have been arrested for the illegal possession of 83 passports belonging to other individuals. According to the Police, the suspects were arrested following a raid conducted in the Horagolla area in Ganemulla yesterday. Two suspects, a 51-year-old man…
JVP rejects “baseless” claims on Harini Amarasuriya’s position
General Secretary of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), Tilvin Silva, says Harini Amarasuriya will not be removed from her position within the government. Tilvin Silva said that the bankrupt opposition has been making such untrue claims for a long period…
Two judges exit posts following JSC actions
The Matara Additional District Magistrate has been dismissed from service by the Judicial Service Commission. According to local media, NewsFirst, she was dismissed after being found guilty following a disciplinary inquiry conducted by the Commission. Meanwhile, the Mathugama Magistrate has…