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The Navy took into custody narcotics with a street value of Rs 28.1 billion (around 96.1 million U.S. dollars) during operations carried out in 2024.

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Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, hosted the country’s first-ever New Year countdown drone show, marking a groundbreaking moment in celebration of the dawn of 2025. Held at Galle Face Green in collaboration with ITN’s 31st Night celebrations, this spectacular event illuminated the Colombo skyline with 400 drones, creating an awe-inspiring visual display visible within a 5-km radius.

Journalism Awards for Excellence – 25th Anniversary

The Sri Lanka Economic Summit organised by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce will be inaugurated on January 28th at the Shangri La Hotel Colombo, under the theme Shaping Sri Lanka’s Future: Transformational Growth Rooted in Sound Economic Policies. On day 2 of the Summit on January 29th, one of the key sessions will examine ‘The Right Reforms for Transformational Growth’, said a release issued by the Ceylon Chamber yesterday.

Weather forecast issued at 05.30 a.m. on 07 January 2025 by the Department of Meteorology

By Norman Palihawadane The Police have launched a new initiative to reduce crime in the country by getting criminals who are residing in foreign countries extradited to face justice here, Police Spokesman, SSP K.B. Manathunga says. SSP Manathunga told The Island that the process involved issuing red notices and leveraging bilateral agreements with other nations to facilitate […]

South Africa’s cricket legend and fielding maestro Jonty Rhodes has recently embarked on a unique adventure across Sri Lanka, exploring the country in a tuk-tuk. The former cricketer shared his enriching travel experience on Instagram, highlighting his love for the country’s vibrant culture, sustainable tourism initiatives, and breathtaking surf spots. “When you travel through a […]

By Ifham Nizam Sri Lanka’s gem and jewellery industry, once a jewel of the nation’s economy, is now at a critical juncture. Against this backdrop, Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Chaturanga Abeysinghe calls for urgent reforms and collective efforts to restore the industry’s global standing and unlock its untapped potential. Highlighting the challenges, […]

Concessionary motivation schemes have been introduced by the Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited with the objective of attracting international airline services for the Jaffna International Airport, Colombo International Airport (Rathmalana), and Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport. Accordingly, the Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal presented by the Minister of Transport, Highways, Port, […]