Entire family arrested while packing heroin in Maharagama

CID to investigate statements made by Azath Salley

The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) is to investigate statements made by politician, Azath Salley. Police Media Spokesman, Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Ajith Rohana said that several complaints have been made with regards to the statements made by Azath Salley. He said that the complaints have been received? by the CID and the Police Headquarters. DIG Ajith Rohana said that a five member CID team has been appointed to investigate the statements. He said the investigators will see

14 Mar, 2021

India reiterates call for meaningful devolution within a united Sri Lanka

India has reiterated calls for meaningful devolution within a united Sri Lanka. The Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Shri Gopal Baglay, recalled commitments of the Government of Sri Lanka relating to the legitimate aspirations of the Tamil community for equality, justice, peace and dignity. He maintained that achieving them through meaningful devolution within a united Sri Lanka will also contribute to peace, reconciliation, inclusive progress and strength of the country. The Indian Hig

14 Mar, 2021

Modi speaks to President Rajapaksa days before Geneva vote

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today, days before a vote in Geneva on a resolution against Sri Lanka. All eyes are on the stand India will take on the resolution with some suggesting India will abstain from voting. During the telephone conversation today Modi and Rajapaksa agreed to maintain regular contact between relevant officials, including in the context of the continuing COVID-19 challenges, the IANS news service reported. The two leaders also

13 Mar, 2021