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Indian National Apprehended at Bandaranaike Airport for Large-Scale Cocaine Smuggling.

May 15, 2026 at 9:19 AM

A 60-year-old Indian geologist was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport for attempting to smuggle over 2kg of cocaine, valued at Rs. 108 million, concealed in his luggage.

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Major Hashish Haul Seized at Bandaranaike International Airport.

May 10, 2026 at 3:01 AM

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Sri Lanka Customs Revenue Surges in Early 2026, Outperforming Targets.

Sri Lanka Customs has reported a strong financial performance for early 2026, exceeding its April revenue target by 30.5% and achieving a 49.8% year-on-year growth during the first four months.

May 5, 2026 at 10:43 AM

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Police Apprehend 120 Foreign Nationals in Rajagiriya Cybercrime Crackdown.

Sri Lankan authorities have arrested approximately 120 foreign nationals during a raid in Rajagiriya, uncovering evidence of illegal financial operations and suspected cybercrime activities.

May 3, 2026 at 6:00 AM

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Legal Proceedings Set for 22 Monks Following Major Narcotics Seizure

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May 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Legal Proceedings Set for 22 Monks Following Major Narcotics Seizure.

Twenty-two Buddhist monks arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport for smuggling over 112kg of narcotics from Thailand are appearing before the Negombo Magistrate's Court today.

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Sri Lanka Customs Foils Major Smuggling Bid Hidden in Construction Shipment.

May 1, 2026 at 11:52 AM

Sri Lanka Customs officials have intercepted a significant illegal shipment of turmeric and cashew nuts concealed within a container declared as gypsum plaster boards in Kandy.

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Sri Lanka Customs Foils Major Smuggling Bid Hidden in Construction Shipment

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Over 300kg of Seized Narcotics Set for Destruction in Puttalam.

April 27, 2026 at 4:43 AM

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Six Apprehended in Major Narcotics and Counterfeit Currency Bust.

April 26, 2026 at 8:30 AM

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Major Narcotic Pill Seizure in Pettah Leads to Four Arrests.

Sri Lankan police have apprehended four suspects in Pettah for distributing narcotics, seizing over 200,000 tablets valued at approximately Rs. 20 million along with cash proceeds.

April 25, 2026 at 11:44 AM

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April 23, 2026 at 11:07 AM

Sri Lanka Navy Intercepts Over One Ton of Smuggled Turmeric in Kalpitiya.

The Sri Lanka Navy successfully seized over 1,038kg of smuggled dried turmeric during an operation in the Thillayadi beach area of Kalpitiya, marking a significant anti-smuggling effort.

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Police Operation Nets Drug Suspects and Large Narcotic Haul in Western Province.

April 20, 2026 at 4:44 AM

Police have apprehended two individuals in Kottawa and Homagama for drug trafficking, seizing over 2kg of crystal methamphetamine and other narcotics.

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Police Operation Nets Drug Suspects and Large Narcotic Haul in Western Province

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Sri Lanka Customs Exceeds Revenue Targets Amid Regional Logistics Shift.

April 19, 2026 at 7:56 AM

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Major Illegal Cannabis Farm Uncovered in Udawalawe Reserve.

April 13, 2026 at 4:26 AM

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Businessman Apprehended at BIA for Illicit Importation of Ornamental Plants.

April 11, 2026 at 9:13 AM

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Excise Department Raids Illegal Foreign Liquor Ring in Colombo

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April 11, 2026 at 5:12 AM

Excise Department Raids Illegal Foreign Liquor Ring in Colombo.

The Department of Excise seized over Rs. 20 million worth of illicit foreign liquor in Colombo, intended for the festive season, featuring counterfeit tax stickers.

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Inside the Shadowy World of Global Cocaine Trafficking: Insights from a Former Smuggler.

April 9, 2026 at 8:10 PM

An exploration into the logistics and evolution of large-scale cocaine smuggling, told through the experiences of former trafficker Andrew Pritchard, who now dedicates his life to anti-crime advocacy.

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Inside the Shadowy World of Global Cocaine Trafficking: Insights from a Former Smuggler

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Suspect Trafficking Crystal Meth Concealed in Toys Apprehended in Kalmunai.

April 9, 2026 at 9:28 AM

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Maradana Raid: 25-Year-Old Suspect Apprehended with 1.2kg of Crystal Methamphetamine.

April 9, 2026 at 3:04 AM

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Major Drug Bust in Ganemulla: Authorities Seize Massive Stash of Heroin and Crystal Meth.

April 9, 2026 at 2:05 AM

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Four Detained at BIA Over Illegal Multi-Million Rupee Medical Shipment

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April 7, 2026 at 6:03 AM

Four Detained at BIA Over Illegal Multi-Million Rupee Medical Shipment.

Sri Lanka Customs officials at Bandaranaike International Airport apprehended four individuals attempting to smuggle Rs. 10 million worth of undeclared medicines from Bangalore, India.

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