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COLOMBO (News 1st) U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Chairman Laura DiBella and FMC Commissioner Robert J.
COLOMBO (News 1st): For generations of visitors to the Dehiwala National Zoological Gardens, Botham has been more than just an attraction. The playful sea lion has delighted children and adults alike with her performances and playful nature, becoming one of the most recognizable residents of Sri Lanka's oldest zoo.
COLOMBO (News 1st); The Court of Appeal today fixed September 18 for the further hearing of a petition filed by former State Intelligence Service (SIS) Chief Suresh Salley, challenging his arrest and continued detention by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). The petition was taken up before a bench comprising Court of Appeal President Justice Rohantha Abeysooriya and Justice Priyantha…
COLOMBO (News 1st): A protest against the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution, which the Government says is aimed at expediting court proceedings and improving judicial efficiency, was held in Colombo by the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and several other political groups. The demonstration took place in front of the Fort Railway Station, drawing the participation of opposition…
COLOMBO (News 1st): An open verdict has been returned following the post-mortem examination conducted into the death of former Hambantota Mayor Eraj Fernando. The post-mortem examination was carried out today (3) by the Judicial Medical Officer of Colombo.
COLOMBO (News 1st): After three days of relentless racing, tactical battles and high-speed sprints across hundreds of kilometres of Sri Lankan roads, it was Sri Lanka Army cyclist Pathum Sampath who emerged victorious, claiming the overall championship of the inaugural Police Cycling Tour organized to mark the 160th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Police. The event, held for the first time,…
COLOMBO (News 1st): Former State Minister Arundika Fernando was questioned for approximately two and a half hours by officers attached to the Colombo Central Crimes Investigation Bureau today (3) as part of an ongoing investigation. Police said Fernando arrived at the Bureau at 9.00 a.m. and departed at around 11.30 a.m. after providing a statement to investigators.
COLOMBO (News 1st): MTV Sri Lanka's News 1st was honoured with a Special Jury Award at the prestigious AVN Asia Vision Awards 2026, receiving international recognition for its dedication, commitment and outstanding contribution to excellence in news coverage. The award was presented during a ceremony held on the sidelines of the Global News Forum 2026 of the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU)…
COLOMBO (News 1st): The inaugural edition of the ICC Women's Champions Trophy 2027 will be held in India from February 14 to 28 next year, with Sri Lanka set to feature among the six teams competing in the historic tournament. The competition brings together six of the world's leading teams in a new ICC event aimed at further strengthening the global women's game.
COLOMBO (News 1st): Alleged organized crime gang member Bandula Dissanayake, also known as "Army Disa," was arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake this morning after being deported from Abu Dhabi. Police said the suspect was taken into custody by officers attached to the Police Terrorism Investigation Division and is expected to be questioned under detention orders as…
COLOMBO (News 1st): Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has welcomed the automatic qualification of the Sri Lanka Women's National Team for the ICC Women's Champions Trophy 2027, following the International Cricket Council's decision regarding the hosting of the inaugural tournament. While Sri Lanka will not host the ICC Women's Champions Trophy 2027, the national women's team has successfully secured direct…
COLOMBO (News 1st); A bus carrying pilgrims overturned following an encounter with a wild elephant on the Kataragama-Buttala Road, leaving 24 passengers injured, Police said. According to Police, the injured were initially admitted to the Kataragama District Hospital, after which 12 of them were transferred to the Hambantota General Hospital for further treatment.
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya met His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck at the historic Tashichhodzong in Thimphu on September 2, during her official visit to the Kingdom of Bhutan.
COLOMBO (News 1st): Police have warned of traffic disruptions on the Katunayake Expressway towards Colombo following an incident involving a tank believed to contain chemicals. According to Police, the incident occurred on the section of the expressway between the New Kelani Bridge and the Peliyagoda Interchange.
COLOMBO (News 1st); For 30 years, the people of Rekawa have stood watch over one of nature's most extraordinary spectacles. Night after night, while much of the coastline sleeps, endangered sea turtles emerge from the waters of the Sea of Sri Lanka and make their way onto the shores of Rekawa to lay their eggs.
COLOMBO (News 1st): Nine individuals have been arrested in connection with the assault on wildlife officers in the Riverston area. Police said those arrested include the son of a former Provincial Council member.
COLOMBO (News 1st): Former Fisheries Minister Rajitha Senaratne has been indicted before the Colombo High Court on charges of corruption. The charges relate to allegations that Senaratne exerted pressure on the Chairman of the Fisheries Corporation to select a Korean company, Sea Woo Company Limited, for a project involving the removal and sale of sand from the Kirinda Fisheries Harbour, and to…
COLOMBO (News 1st); The world is facing the growing threat of extreme weather as El Niño strengthens and is expected to develop into a very strong climate event in the months ahead, according to a new warning issued by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). In what experts describe as one of the strongest outlooks ever issued on the phenomenon, the WMO says forecasts indicate an…
COLOMBO (News 1st): The Colombo Crime Division says two separate investigative teams have been deployed to conduct further inquiries into a suspect believed to be an associate of the organized crime figure known as "Sedawatte Kasun," following the discovery of a large stock of narcotics. According to the Colombo Crime Division, the ongoing investigations are focused on individuals who allegedly…
The road to Meeriyabedda winds through the hills above Passara, past tea estates and small communities where distance makes basic health care hard to reach. At the end of that road sits a small, pale pink clinic.
