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“Ashen Putha” fishing trawler seized with 468kg of drugs in Maldivian waters

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7 months ago

November 25, 2024

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A joint intelligence operation by the Sri Lanka Navy and Maldivian Coast Guard led to the seizure of a Sri Lankan fishing trawler carrying 344kg of crystal methamphetamine and 124kg of cocaine.

The trawler, Ashen Putha, (Reg. No. IMUL–A–0924–MTR) was intercepted in the Maldivian Exclusive Economic Zone. Five suspects, aged 21 to 37, were apprehended.

Authorities are investigating whether the narcotics were intended for Sri Lanka or another regional destination.

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CIABOC arrests Keheliya, wife & daughter

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3 hours ago

June 18, 2025

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Former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, his wife and daughter have been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).

They have been arrested over an investigation into their assets, according to the Bribery Commission.

Earlier this morning, former Minister Rambukwella appeared before CIABOC to record a statement.

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05 inmates at Boossa launch rooftop protest

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6 hours ago

June 18, 2025

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Five inmates at Boossa Prison launched a rooftop protest this morning (June 18) against officials’ decision to carry out thorough searches inside the prison.

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CMC mayor assumes duties

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6 hours ago

June 18, 2025

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Vraie Cally Balthazaar of the National People’s Power (NPP) officially assumed duties as Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) Mayor today (June 18).

The most talked-about candidate in the 2025 Local Government Election, Balthazaar was elected the 26th Mayor of the CMC while receiving 61 votes following a secret ballot on Monday (June 16).

She becomes the second female Mayor of CMC, following Rosy Senanayaka.