Former Minister?Johnston Fernando acquitted

US to impress upon Sri Lanka on need to respect human rights

The United States (US) says is will continue to impress upon Sri Lanka on the need to respect human rights. Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary from the Bureau for South and Central Asian Affairs Alice G. Wells said that the US stands with Sri Lanka in investigating the Easter Sunday attacks and strengthening its counterterrorism capabilities. “The Federal Bureau of Investigation quickly deployed at the request of the Sri Lankan Government, and helped dismantle the local terrorist organizatio

13 Jun, 2019

Female student stabbed near Kelaniya University

A female university student was injured after being stabbed near the University of Kelaniya today. The Police said that she was stabbed by a male using a knife. The student is receiving treatment in hospital while the suspect was arrested. (Colombo Gazette)

13 Jun, 2019

Major General Ruwan Kulatunga new intelligence chief

Major General Ruwan Kulatunga has been appointed as the new Chief of National Intelligence (CNI). He replaces former DIG Sisira Mendis who had resigned from the post after testifying before the Parliament Select Committee on the Easter Sunday attacks.

13 Jun, 2019