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Priyamali still in remand despite receiving bail!

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3 years ago

December 20, 2022

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Thico Group owner Thilini Priyamali, who was granted bail by the court on December 16 after being remanded for 72 days in connection with a large-scale financial fraud, remained in prison as of yesterday (19).

Prisons Media Spokesman and Commissioner (Administration) Chandana Ekanayake told Aruna yesterday that the suspect is still in jail as she had failed to meet bail conditions.

Colombo Fort Magistrate Thilina Gamage ordered the release of Priyamali on a cash bail of Rs.50,000 and sureties of Rs.20 million.

The Magistrate imposed a foreign travel ban on the suspect and ordered her to report to the CID between 9 am and 12 pm on the last Sunday of every month.

Priyamali was arrested by the CID on October 5 for allegedly defrauding billionaires, politicians, actors, actresses, and Buddhist monks.

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Lorry carrying explosives seized on Habarana-Trinco road

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5 hours ago

June 30, 2025

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Police have seized a lorry transporting explosives along the Habarana-Trincomalee main road.

According to police, officers attached to the Hatharas Kotuwa Police had stopped and inspected the vehicle during a routine check, during which they discovered a bag containing C-4, a highly explosive substance, hidden beneath the dashboard near the driver’s seat.

The seized stock of explosives had weighed 156.07 grams.

The lorry driver was taken into custody.

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CAA warns of improperly labeled salt products

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8 hours ago

June 30, 2025

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The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has warned to prosecute importers and retailers selling salt without proper labels, including missing manufacturer/importer info and retail price.

The public is advised not to buy such products, while distributors have urged to maintain valid invoices with supplier details or face legal consequences.

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New Police Media Spokesman named

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8 hours ago

June 30, 2025

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The Police Media Division has announced that Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) F.U. Wootler has been named as the new Police Spokesperson, effective immediately.

ASP Wootler takes over the role from Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Buddhika Manatunga, who has been transferred to serve as the Officer-in-Charge of the Polonnaruwa Division.