Youth killed in shooting incident in Ariyalai Jaffna

Cops and civilians clash in Weeraketiya

Policemen and civilians clashed in Weeraketiya today resulting in 8 policemen and 2 civilians sustaining injuries. The clash had taken place in Attanayala in Weeraketiya when some area residents attempted to obstruct the duties of the Police. The Police had attempted to search people in the area based on information they had received. Area residents objected and clashed with the Police. The Police said that 6 suspects were arrested over the incident. (Colombo Gazette)

06 Mar, 2023

G. L. Peiris not officially informed of sacking

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Chairman Prof. G. L. Peiris says he has not been officially informed that he has been removed from his post. Peiris said that he heard the news through the media but has not received? a formal letter. He said that he will take appropriate action after being formally informed that he has been removed. SLPP General Secretary Sagara Kariyawasam said last week that the Executive Committee of the SLPP took a unanimous decision to remove Prof. G. L. Peiris from th

06 Mar, 2023

Sri Lankans among accused in embezzling case in Dubai

Sri Lankans are among 43 people accused in an embezzling case involving a major Dubai hotel group. The massive embezzling scheme took place over two years, according to the court records. During this time, the accused – which included private companies and former employees of the hotel group – misappropriated funds from the company. Fourteen out of 43 people that were charged of embezzling over Dh4 million from the Dubai hotel group have now been acquitted. The trial included defendants from

07 Mar, 2023