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Sri Lankan authorities have detained a 25-year-old man after discovering 400 unmarked tablets in his possession, launching an investigation into an alleged illegal pharmaceutical distribution network.
Sri Lankan authorities have detained two additional Chinese citizens in connection with a homicide tied to the controversial Port City development project. The arrests mark a continued escalation in investigations surrounding violence linked to the high-profile urban redevelopment initiative.
Sri Lankan authorities plan to alleviate severe prison overcrowding within the next month following a ministerial announcement. The government intends to implement immediate administrative reforms to address the facility crisis.
Sri Lankan authorities have disclosed the specific criminal charges against notorious figure Bus Lalith after his successful repatriation from the United Arab Emirates.
Sri Lankan authorities are investigating a prison riot that has resulted in the deaths of 27 inmates and left over 100 others wounded. The incident has prompted a full inquiry into the circumstances.
Sri Lankan authorities are concerned that the island nation is rapidly becoming a new hub for online crime, as suspected foreign scammers flee crackdowns in Cambodia and Myanmar and relocate there.
Sri Lankan authorities are investigating a hacking attempt that targeted $2.5 million linked to a payment to India, with calls for a parliamentary inquiry into the incident.
Sri Lankan authorities have intercepted a fishing vessel off Beruwala, seizing 123 kilograms of heroin, with another boat also being intercepted in a related operation.
Hegseth: We sank Iran’s flagship – Sri Lankan authorities announced that 32 people have been rescued from the frigate’s 180-member crew, as it was returning from an exercise it had been invited to by India The post The moment the US submarine targets and sinks the Iranian frigate with a torpedo off the coast of Sri Lanka (video) appeared first on ProtoThema English.
The United States military carried out a strike that hit an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka’s coast, three U.S. officials told Reuters on Wednesday. One of the officials, who was speaking on condition of anonymity, said it was carried out by a U.S. military submarine. Earlier, Sri Lankan authorities said they had rescued 32 people […]
Sri Lankan authorities have rescued 78 injured, several in critical condition The post Alert on the coasts of Sri Lanka: Submarine strikes Iranian frigate, at least 101 missing appeared first on ProtoThema English.
Sri Lankan authorities announced plans to dismantle multiple Facebook groups accused of exploiting and abusing women and children. The operation targets online networks spreading harmful content and seeks to improve digital safety for vulnerable citizens.
Sri Lankan authorities are grappling with a complex mix of challenges, including El Niño preparedness, the logistical return of refugees, and intense political disputes over judicial appointments. These issues unfold against a backdrop of widespread debt and food insecurity affecting vulnerable populations.
Sri Lankan authorities have implemented a coordinated emergency response system at Jaffna Prison to improve inmate safety and streamline crisis management protocols.
Sri Lankan authorities have made a significant archaeological discovery, unearthing 17 rare gilded Buddha statues at a monastic site over 2,000 years old.
Sri Lankan authorities have announced that no legal action will be taken against vehicles registered after March last year that are still using paper-printed number plates.
Sri Lankan authorities have arrested more than 260 foreign nationals as part of an intensified crackdown on suspected cyber scam operations in recent months.
Sri Lankan authorities have arrested nine Chinese nationals in connection with an alleged attempt to smuggle cyberscam equipment into the country. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat cybercrime in the region.
Sri Lankan authorities have arrested over 120,000 suspects in a nationwide anti-drug operation, as reported by the Daily Mirror.
An Iranian warship, the IRIS Dena, was sunk in the Indian Ocean by a US submarine torpedo, resulting in at least 85 Iranian sailors killed. The Pentagon confirmed the strike as part of its campaign against Iran, with 32 sailors rescued and 148 still missing. Sri Lankan authorities recovered 87 bodies as search operations continue.
An Iranian warship has sunk off the coast of Sri Lanka, with the Sri Lankan authorities saying on Wednesday they had rescued 32 people who were on board and recovered several bodies from the sea. Sri Lankan Foreign minister Vijitha Herath told parliament that the ship, identified as IRIS Dena, had sunk. Sources in Sri […]
Sri Lankan authorities are considering imposing a minimum age requirement for individuals operating trishaws, as reported by local media.
Sri Lankan authorities and conservation advocates are intensifying initiatives to safeguard native elephant habitats and preserve traditional cultural landmarks. The coordinated push aims to reduce human-wildlife conflict while maintaining the nation’s ecological and historical legacy.
Sri Lankan authorities have launched an investigation after a video filmed inside the Ambalangoda Police Station went viral online. The probe aims to determine the circumstances surrounding the recording and identify those responsible.
Sri Lankan authorities are investigating a violent gang war in Colombo Port City, which has exposed potential links to a transnational cyber fraud network and Chinese triads following the abduction and murder of Chinese nationals.
Sri Lankan authorities have issued a warning to fishermen about impending strong winds and rough sea conditions, advising caution.
Sri Lankan authorities have launched an investigation into a US$2.5 million cyber theft, reportedly prompted by an alert from Australian officials.
Sri Lankan authorities have advised schools and workplaces to modify schedules due to rising temperatures, with warm conditions expected to persist and evening showers forecast for parts of the island.
Sri Lankan authorities discovered over 600 kg of narcotics aboard a seized fishing vessel, indicating a significant drug trafficking operation.
The US military carried out an attack on an Iranian warship off the coast of Sri Lanka, three US officials confirmed to Reuters, while Sri Lankan authorities
It was not clear what caused the navy destroyer to sink. The Sri Lankan authorities said they had rescued 32 sailors, all critically injured, from the crew of 180.