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Verdict Delayed in Sarana Gunawardena Cases

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Colombo High Court has set aside the delivery of its verdict in four corruption cases filed against former Deputy Minister Sar...

26-05-2026 | 11:56 AM

Colombo Port Revenue Surges 20%

COLOMBO (News 1st); Colombo Port has recorded a 20 percent increase in operational revenue compared to April last year, as shifting global shipping pa...

26-05-2026 | 11:38 AM

AG Moves to Indict Ex-Police Chief Deshabandu

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Attorney General has informed the Supreme Court that indictments will be filed within a month against former Inspector...

26-05-2026 | 11:36 AM

Sri Lanka’s Foreign Remittances Surge to $3.06 Bn

COLOMBO (News 1st): Sri Lanka has recorded a significant rise in foreign remittances during the first four months of 2026, with earnings reaching appr...

26-05-2026 | 10:25 AM

CCD Recovers Two Revolvers Linked To Duminda

COLOMBO (News 1st): The Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) has recovered two revolvers belonging to a suspect known as "Wanathe Duminda," who is currently ...

26-05-2026 | 8:35 AM

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Speculation Drove Dollar Spike: Central Bank Chief

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Central Bank has moved to reassure the public over recent volatility in the foreign exchange market, with Governor Dr. P. Nandalal Weerasinghe stating that fluctuations in the rupee were driven largely by speculation and temporary market distortions rather than any fundamental instability.Responding to concerns raised by journalists regarding public commentary on money printing and deviations from official exchange...

26-05-2026 | 2:08 PM

Third Arrest Made in Galle Drive-By Killing Case

COLOMBO (News 1st); A suspect accused of aiding and abetting a fatal shooting in the Dangedara area of Galle has been taken into custody, police confirmed.The arrested individual, a 31-year-old resident of Alawwa, is believed to have provided assista...

26-05-2026 | 12:26 PM

Special Traffic and Security Plan Ahead of Hajj

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka Police have announced comprehensive islandwide security and traffic arrangements ahead of the Hajj Festival, which will be observed on May 28, 2026, to ensure the safety of Muslim devotees participating in religious obse...

26-05-2026 | 12:05 PM

Third Arrest Made in Galle Drive-By Killing Case

26-05-2026 | 12:26 PM

Special Traffic and Security Plan Ahead of Hajj

26-05-2026 | 12:05 PM

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Iran To Open Strait Of Hormuz 30 Days After Peace

The U.S. and Iran are discussing a plan to open the Strait of Hormuz about 30 days after the two countries reach a deal to ⁠end hostilities, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Monday citing a Middle East diplomatic source.Iran would proceed to clear mines from the strait during a 30-day window f...

26-05-2026 | 8:17 AM