Order on Arjun and Kasun’s revised bail application on 11th October

Oman Air decides to cancel flights to Colombo

Oman Air has decided to cancel flights to Colombo as part of its ongoing transformation. The company says it aims to improve its overall financial performance and fortify its position in an increasingly competitive markt. Oman Air announced several strategic changes to its network which include the addition of a new route, Sialkot, as well as the cancellation of operations to Islamabad, Lahore, Colombo and Chittagong. The airline will also be reducing frequencies to certain markets while incr

29 Jan, 2024

President wants Government institutions out of Galle Fort

President Ranil Wickremesinghe wants Government institutions removed from the Galle Fort. The President has decided to establish a special commission to expedite the development of Galle. The President visited Galle City and the Galle Fort area and inspected ongoing development activities. He expressed concern about the slow progress in relocating government institutions and offices from Galle Fort and emphasized the need to accelerate development efforts. President Wickremesinghe highlighte

28 Jan, 2024

American arrested in Beliatta with cannabis plants

An American was arrested in Beliatta, in southern Sri Lanka, with cannabis plants. The Police said the American was in a house which he had taken on rent. Investigators found the cannabis plants planted in pots and covered with polythene sheets on the top floor of the building. The Police said the American did not have a license to grow the cannabis plants. Following his arrest the American said he was growing the plants as an investment. Further investigations are underway. (Colombo Gazett

28 Jan, 2024