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Massive Drug Bust in Dematagoda and Return of Fugitives from Dubai.

May 23, 2026 at 7:03 AM

Police discovered a significant stash of ICE and cannabis in a Dematagoda residence, while 21 high-profile suspects, including notorious criminals, were deported from Dubai and brought to Sri Lanka.

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Massive Drug Bust in Dematagoda and Return of Fugitives from Dubai

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Sri Lanka Advances Legal Reforms to Accelerate Disposal of Confiscated Narcotics.

May 20, 2026 at 5:03 AM

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

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.

May 15, 2026 at 9:19 AM

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Madiwela Man Apprehended with Significant Quantity of Narcotics.

May 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Sri Lanka Intensifies Anti-Narcotics Drive Under 'Ratama Ekata' Initiative

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May 8, 2026 at 12:24 PM

Sri Lanka Intensifies Anti-Narcotics Drive Under 'Ratama Ekata' Initiative.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has called for urgent legal reforms and expedited judicial processes to combat drug trafficking, as the 'Ratama Ekata' initiative reports an 80% surge in anti-narcotic raids.

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President Dissanayake Orders Overhaul of Drug Control Laws to Boost Enforcement.

May 8, 2026 at 8:01 AM

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has directed officials to accelerate legal reforms and narcotics disposal to combat the national drug crisis, following an 80% surge in anti-narcotic raids under the 'Ratama Ekata' initiative.

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Legal Proceedings Set for 22 Monks Following Major Narcotics Seizure.

May 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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Major Drug Bust in Madampitiya: Youth Apprehended with Narcotics and Cash.

May 1, 2026 at 5:57 AM

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US Prosecutors Indict Sinaloa Governor Over Alleged Cartel Collusion.

April 30, 2026 at 3:36 AM

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Over 300kg of Seized Narcotics Set for Destruction in Puttalam

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April 27, 2026 at 4:43 AM

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

Sri Lankan authorities are proceeding with the destruction of over 302kg of narcotics, including heroin and cannabis, following the conclusion of legal proceedings at the Balapitiya and Chilaw Magistrate's Courts.

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Six Apprehended in Major Narcotics and Counterfeit Currency Bust.

April 26, 2026 at 8:30 AM

Police have taken six individuals into custody following raids in Rathmalana and Imbulgoda, seizing over 91 grams of Crystal Methamphetamine and counterfeit currency totaling Rs. 52,000.

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Six Apprehended in Major Narcotics and Counterfeit Currency Bust

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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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Major Drug Bust in Homagama: 12kg of Heroin Seized.

April 25, 2026 at 8:06 AM

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Mexico

The High Price of Mexico’s 'Kingpin Strategy' Against Drug Cartels.

Mexico persists with the 'kingpin strategy' of arresting cartel leaders under US pressure, but critics and human rights activists argue this approach triggers violent power vacuums and fails to dismantle the underlying criminal infrastructure.

April 23, 2026 at 5:57 PM

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Indonesian Nationals Detained at BIA Following Multi-Million Rupee Drug Seizure

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April 20, 2026 at 4:47 AM

Indonesian Nationals Detained at BIA Following Multi-Million Rupee Drug Seizure.

Two Indonesian nationals were apprehended at Bandaranaike International Airport while attempting to transport over 5kg of 'Kush' cannabis with an estimated street value of Rs. 67 million.

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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.