Public assistance sought on suspect linked to terror attacks

Gazette notice issued on resignation of Muslim Ministers

A gazette notice has been issued on the resignation of Muslim Ministers, State Ministers and a Deputy Minister. The gazette notice notes that Rauff Hakeem, Rishad Barthiudeen, Kabir Hashim and Abdul Haleem had resigned as Ministers in the cabinet. According to the gazette notice Hakeem, Barthiudeen and Haleem have resigned with effect from June 3rd while Hashim has resigned with effect from June 4th. The gazette also notes that the State Ministers have resigned their officers under Article 46

08 Jun, 2019

Muslim MPs discuss concerns with Mahinda

A group of Muslim Parliamentarians who recently resigned from their ministerial portfolios met Opposition Leader Mahinda Rajapaksa today and discussed their concerns. They briefed Rajapaksa on the reason for their resignation and also raised concerns over the threats faced by the Muslim community in the country. Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) leader Rauff Hakeem, All Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC) leader Rishad Bathiudeen and Parliamentarian A. H. M. Fowzie were among those who attended the d

08 Jun, 2019

Chinese, 2 Lankans arrested in Negombo over racket

A Chinese national and two Sri Lankans were arrested in Negombo today by the Police Special Task Force (STF) over a racket. The Police said that 402 mobile Phones, 17,400 SIM cards and 60 routers were seized following the arrest. The arrest was made during a search operation in the area. (Colombo Gazette)

07 Jun, 2019