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Liquor outlets across Sri Lanka will remain closed on April 13 and 14 in view of the upcoming Sinhala and Hindu New Year. The Excise Department has announced that this closure applies not only to liquor stores but also to licensed establishments including bars, pubs, restaurants, and hotels that serve alcohol. The measure is part of the country’s annual observance of “dry days” during significant cultural and religious occasions. The Sinhala and Hindu New Year…
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A recent island-wide crackdown under the ‘Ratama Ekata’ operation led to the arrest of over 900 individuals linked to narcotics offences, underscoring the scale of Sri Lanka’s ongoing battle against illegal drugs. A total of 911 raids were carried out in a single day, resulting in the seizure of significant quantities of heroin, methamphetamine (ICE), cannabis, and thousands of narcotic pills. This scale of enforcement reflects a strong and coordinated effort by authorities to curb…
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Sri Lanka Coast Guard, working alongside the Special Boat Squadron and Wennappuwa Police, seized over 800 litres of goda in Nainamadama on 20 March 2026. The substance, commonly used in illicit liquor production, was destroyed on-site, with related materials handed over for legal action. This operation highlights intensified efforts to combat illegal alcohol production in Sri Lanka, particularly in coastal regions known for such activities. Authorities continue to act on intelligence to disrupt these networks,…
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