News
-
Inter-school cricket tournaments in Sri Lanka are not just about runs, wickets, and school pride , they are a celebration of tradition, teamwork, and youthful energy. Every year, schoolchildren, parents, and alumni gather in vibrant, colorful crowds, cheering for their teams and showing school spirit. However, the Sri Lanka Police have issued a strong advisory, reminding everyone that this excitement must be accompanied by responsibility, discipline, and respect for public order. How you behave during…
Read More » -
In a significant enforcement drive across the Kandy District, police have intensified action against both drug-impaired driving and the growing illicit alcohol trade. Addressing the District Coordinating Committee at the Kandy District Secretariat, DIG Sudath Masinghe revealed that 32 drivers , including trishaw and private bus operators , were arrested for driving under the influence of narcotics. Legal proceedings have already been initiated, reflecting authorities’ commitment to road safety. However, beyond drug-impaired driving, a major…
Read More » -
The Excise Department of Sri Lanka has declared 19 islandwide dry days for 2026, during which the sale of alcoholic beverages will be prohibited in observance of public and religious holidays. The announcement was issued by Deputy Commissioner and Excise Spokesperson A. A. Roshan Perera, on the directive of the Excise Commissioner General. The dry days include 12 Full Moon Poya days, Independence Day, the Sinhala and Tamil New Year holidays, World Temperance Day, and…
Read More »
