Sri Lanka Navy seized ICE, heroin worth Rs. 3.7 billion
The Sri Lanka Navy brought ashore the seized narcotics, including 179 kgs and 906 gms of Crystal Methamphetamine (ICE) and 83 kgs and 582 gms of heroin, which were seized yesterday in the seas approximately 133 nautical miles (about 246 kms) off Dondra, south of Sri Lanka.
Arizona abortion ban: Kamala Harris blames Trump
Vice-President Kamala Harris lambasted Donald Trump over abortion restrictions as she held a campaign rally in Tucson, Arizona on Friday.
Joe Biden expects Iran to attack Israel 'sooner than later'
US President Joe Biden says he expects Iran to attack Israel "sooner than later", as fears grow of Iranian retaliation over an air strike that killed top commanders early this month.
India offers modern defence equipment to Sri Lanka’ as most reliable friend;
India said it is and will remain Colombo’s most reliable friend and dependable partner as it underlined that New Delhi was willing to offer modern defence equipment to friendly partner countries like Sri Lanka.
Inland Revenue Department intervenes to curb profiteering traders
Trade, Commerce and Food Safety Minister Nalin Fernando says measures underway to investigate undue profits, ensuring fair pricing, availability of essential commodities, including potential intervention by Inland Revenue Department
Korea provides assistance to Sri Lanka in several sectors
Korea has pledged to increase support to Sri Lanka in several sectors including education, health, renewable energy, employment, agriculture and rural development
Key campaigner welcomes new UK advisory; says major win
Foreign and Comm-onwealth Development Office advice on Sri Lanka has been revised after a major campaign led by UK firm Experience Travel Group.
Israel-Gaza war: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh says three sons killed in air strike
Hamas's political leader Ismail Haniyeh has confirmed that three of his sons and four of his grandchildren were killed in an air strike in Gaza.
NFL star Rashee Rice surrenders to police in connection with car crash
NFL star Rashee Rice has turned himself into authorities after a warrant was issued for his arrest in connection with a high-speed car crash last month.
Over 39,000 tourists visit Sri Lanka in first week of April
Despite the winter season coming to a close, Sri Lanka Tourism experienced an impressive surge in arrivals, with over 39,000 visitors recorded during the first week of April.
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SL, US discuss boosting peace and security in region
Senior Advisor to the President on National Security Sagala Ratnayaka yesterday had a telephone conversation with the US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan where the duo discussed matters to strengthen peace and security in the region.
Japan grants high-tech scanners to KIA and Colombo Port
The Japanese government has granted a stock of high-tech scanners, valued at 8.4 million US dollars, to the Katunayake International Airport and the Colombo Port.
Fuel distributors warns of trade union action after April 20
Despite the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation's (CPC) implementation a VAT on discounts for Petroleum Dealers, Vice President Kusum Sandanayaka of the Sri Lanka Petroleum Private TankOwners’ Association stated they’ll ensure uninterrupted fuel distribution until April 20.
EU approves major overhaul of migration rules
After years of negotiations, the European Parliament has approved a major reform tightening the EU's migration and asylum rules.