Two former customs officials arrested

Three priceless gemstones taken to bank under tight security

By Indika Sri Aravinda Three priceless gemstones were taken to the Bank of Ceylon under tight security today from the National Gem and Jewellery Authority in Colombo. Operations at the National Gem and Jewellery Authority were suspended following a cave-in at the premises on Saturday. The National Gem and Jewellery Authority is being temporarily moved to another location, officials said. However, until the temporary location is prepared, steps were taken to shift three priceless gemstones to

19 Jul, 2021

Roadblocks to be setup in the WP during extended weekend

Several roadblocks are to be set up in the Western Province (WP) during the upcoming extended weekend.? Police spokesman senior Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Ajith Rohana said the roadblocks are to be set up as part of special quarantine operations that will be implemented by the Police in view of the long weekend. DIG Ajith Rohana said special roadblocks will be set up at the entry/ exit points of the Western Province and the entry points of other districts during this period.? He said 3401

19 Jul, 2021

Probe continues into alleged rape of teen at Rishad’s house

An investigation is continuing into the alleged rape of a 16-year-old girl who had later died of burn injuries at the residence of opposition parliamentarian Rishad Bathiudeen. Police Spokesman Senior Deputy Inspector General (SDIG) Ajith Rohana said the teenager who was employed as a domestic worker had died four days ago at the Colombo National Hospital.? The postmortem report has revealed that there are signs of chronic vaginal penetration, he said.? SDIG Ajith Rohana added that the postmo

19 Jul, 2021