Two arrested with large stock of explosives in Padaviya

Two suspects were arrested by the Padaviya Police Station with a stock of explosives.



President affirms all privileges for former Sri Lankan Presidents will be cut

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that all privileges of former presidents would be completely removed.



Ranil calls for electing experienced team from his party to lead the country

Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe stated that, like himself, the current President, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, is also a president without a majority.



NPP wins majority in Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha election, securing 15 seats

The National People’s Power (NPP) party scored a significant victory in the Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha election on Saturday (October 26).



Sri Lankan Ambassador urges Sri Lankans in Israel to minimize travel

The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Israel, Nimal Bandara, has advised Sri Lankans residing in Israel to minimize travel and remain highly vigilant at their workplaces.



Unregistered luxury SUV linked to wife of Lohan Ratwatte seized in Mirihana

A vehicle without a license plate was discovered today (October 26) at the residence of the wife of former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte.



Sri Lanka’s General Election date likely to change amid legal concerns over timeline compliance

According to government sources, there is a possibility that the date of the general election in Sri Lanka may be adjusted by a day or two.



Israel strikes military sites in Iran amid rising tensions

Israel conducted a series of airstrikes on military sites in Iran early Saturday, targeting locations around Tehran in retaliation for recent Iranian attacks.



Sri Lanka advances economic reforms as IMF review approaches

Sri Lanka is making notable progress in its economic reforms, setting the stage for an upcoming third review of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), according to a senior IMF official.



Tension at Pamunugama Police Station over alleged assault on arrested youths

A group of local residents gathered in front of the Pamunugama Police Station yesterday afternoon (October 24) to protest the alleged assault of two young men, aged 20 and 24, by police officers.



Three Chinese nationals arrested in Galle for suspected online financial fraud

Three Chinese nationals have been arrested in Gintota, Galle, under suspicion of engaging in online financial scams while staying at a hotel, according to the Galle Police.



INSS hosts lecture on military innovations and their impact on national security

The Institute of National Security Studies (INSS) conducted a public lecture titled “Military Innovations and Its Contributions to National Security” on Thursday, October 24, at the Nandimithra Auditorium of the Ministry of Defence at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte, Sri Lanka.



Sri Lanka arrests three over security threats against Israeli tourists

Sri Lankan authorities have arrested three individuals in connection with intelligence reports of potential security threats targeting Israeli nationals visiting the country.



Namal Rajapaksa departs CID after recording statement

Former Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa left the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) a short while ago, after providing a statement that lasted about two and a half hours.



Sri Lanka Police introduce emergency telephone number for Israeli tourists

The Sri Lanka Police have announced a dedicated telephone number to assist Israeli tourists during emergencies, ensuring their personal security and support.



Sri Lanka President: Building a country where everyone proudly says ‘I am Sri Lankan’

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized that the National People’s Power (NPP) aims to build a country where everyone feels the sentiment of “I am Sri Lankan” under its governance.