Top stories for today

The arrest of key Sri Lankan underworld gang leaders hiding in Indonesia and the announcement of plans to set up special courts to hear organised crime cases were among the top stories today.

“Kehelbaddara Padme’’ among underworld figures arrested in Indonesia

Five Lankan underworld figures"  Kehelbaddara Padme," and "Commando Salinda,"  have been arrested in Jakarta, Indonesia, police confirmed this morning. 

Special courts to hear organised crime cases

The government is set to establish special courts to expedite the hearing of organized crime cases, ensuring that such cases do not drag on for years, Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala said today.

Former Kalutara UC member remanded for causing injury to Policeman

A former Kalutara Urban Council member arrested for causing injuries to a policeman  during a protest held near the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday (26) was remanded today until September 8.

Former President continues to receive treatment at National Hospital

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe is continuing to receive treatment at the Colombo National hospital until his situation improves. He was transferred from the Prison hospital to the National hospital after being remanded and was later granted bail.

Businessman arrested with mobile phones and cardamom

A 36 year old Colombo based businessman was arrested with 165 mobile phones and 102 Kgs of Cardamom at the Bandaranaike International Airport today, Customs officials said.

Air Force says don’t fly kites near airports

The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) has appealed to the public to refrain from flying kites closer to the airports in view of the potential dangers to aircrafts.