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CID compiles Kudu Anju’s criminal records!

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2 years ago

May 4, 2023

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The criminal records of Sinharage Saminda Silva alias Rathmalane Kudu Anju, who is an international drug trafficker and an organized criminal arrested in France, have been called to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) today.

These reports have been called to draft a comprehensive report regarding the crimes committed by Kudu Anju during his stay in Sri Lanka and to submit it to France to get him extradited.

It was said that information has been submitted against the suspect regarding an alleged murder, robbery and possession of a bomb while staying in Sri Lanka from 2007 to 2016.

Meanwhile, the media has reported that information on eight murders, including the murder of Cricketer Dhananjaya’s father Ranjan Silva, which were carried out under Kudu Anju’s instructions has been forwarded to the CID.

These crimes have been committed in Angulana, Piliyandala, Dehiwala and Mount Lavinia Police Divisions.

It was also reported that the Borella Police have received a complaint against Kudu Anju regarding an attempt to poison Roha, who was shot dead by the police a few years ago, in the prison.

Kudu Anju has been registered as a fugitive suspect under the Terrorism Act following a request made by the Sri Lankan police from the Mt. Lavinia Magistrate’s Court. Red notices have also been issued against him from the Interpol.

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Legendary actress Malani Fonseka passes away

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16 hours ago

May 24, 2025

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Veteran Actress Malini Fonseka, widely revered as the “Queen of Sri Lankan Cinema,” passed away this morning (May 24) at the age of 78 while receiving treatment at a private hospital in Colombo.

Born on April 30, 1947, in Kelaniya as Wanni Arachchige Malani Senehelatha Fonseka, she later rose to fame in Sri Lankan cinema under the name Malani Fonseka.

Fonseka began her acting career on stage in 1963 and made her cinematic debut in 1968 with the film Punchi Baba.

She won the Most Popular Actress award in 1973 and has received numerous accolades, including the President’s Award, Sarasavi Award, OCIC Award, and Sumathi Award, with several honors for Best Actress.

Plays such as Nidhanaya, Bambaru Awitha, Wekande Walawwa, Aradhana, and Ammawarune are regarded as outstanding works that showcased the acting talents of Malani Fonseka.

Beyond her artistic achievements, she entered politics in 2010 and served as a National List Member of Parliament until 2015.

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12-hr water cut in several areas of Colombo

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2 days ago

May 23, 2025

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The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced a 12-hour water cut from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday (May 25) in several areas, including Colombo, due to essential maintenance work at the Ambatale Water Treatment Plant.

Due to this, the public is urged to make prior arrangements and store an adequate supply of water to avoid inconvenience during the period of the suspension.

Accordingly, the water cut will affect the following areas:

Colombo 01 to Colombo 15
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Kaduwela
Battaramulla
Kolonnawa
Kotikawatta
Mulleriyawa
IDH (Infectious Diseases Hospital) area
Maharagama
Dehiwala
Mount Lavinia
Ratmalana and Moratuwa

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Investigations underway to arrest 20 criminals hiding overseas

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2 days ago

May 23, 2025

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The Ministry of Public Security states that investigations are underway to arrest 20 members of major organized crime gangs currently hiding overseas.

Minister Ananda Wijepala stated that Interpol has already issued red notices for their arrest and that the countries where these criminals are hiding have been identified.

He added that investigations into the group have been expanded in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Since the new government came to power, 11 members of organized crime gangs hiding abroad have been brought back to the island and produced before courts.

Meanwhile, operations to arrest members of organized crime gangs involved in various criminal activities, including murder and drug trafficking, within the country are also ongoing.

The Minister added that the Police Special Task Force and the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) are jointly conducting investigations into the allegations against them.