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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
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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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Chinese National Detained in Colombo Over Illegal Cigarette Possession
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Chinese National Detained in Colombo Over Illegal Cigarette Possession.

May 18, 2026 at 3:22 AM
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Sri Lanka Strengthens National Tobacco Control Agenda Through Academic and Global Partnerships
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Sri Lanka Strengthens National Tobacco Control Agenda Through Academic and Global Partnerships.

May 16, 2026 at 11:15 AM
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May 15, 2026 at 9:19 AM

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.

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Legal Proceedings Set for 22 Monks Following Major Narcotics Seizure.

May 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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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Legal Proceedings Set for 22 Monks Following Major Narcotics Seizure
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Sri Lanka Customs Foils Major Smuggling Bid Hidden in Construction Shipment
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Sri Lanka Customs Foils Major Smuggling Bid Hidden in Construction Shipment.

May 1, 2026 at 11:52 AM
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Sri Lanka Eyes 'Tobacco-Free Generation' with Proposed 2010 Birth-Year Ban
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Sri Lanka Eyes 'Tobacco-Free Generation' with Proposed 2010 Birth-Year Ban.

April 30, 2026 at 7:40 AM
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Maha Nayaka Theras Denounce Drug Smuggling by Individuals in Monastic Robes.

Sri Lanka’s Maha Nayaka Theras have issued a strong condemnation following the arrest of 22 individuals dressed as Buddhist monks at Bandaranaike International Airport for allegedly smuggling narcotics worth over Rs. 1.1 billion.

April 26, 2026 at 11:24 AM
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Colombo Photographer Detained at BIA Following Massive Kush Smuggling Attempt
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April 25, 2026 at 5:03 AM

Colombo Photographer Detained at BIA Following Massive Kush Smuggling Attempt.

A 33-year-old photographer from Colombo was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport after attempting to smuggle 2.5kg of Kush cannabis, valued at Rs. 25 million, hidden inside dried fruit packaging.

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

April 20, 2026 at 4:47 AM

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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Indonesian Nationals Detained at BIA Following Multi-Million Rupee Drug Seizure
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Police Operation Nets Drug Suspects and Large Narcotic Haul in Western Province
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Police Operation Nets Drug Suspects and Large Narcotic Haul in Western Province.

April 20, 2026 at 4:44 AM
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Bangladeshi Businessman Detained at BIA for Smuggling Cigarettes Worth Rs. 5.1 Million
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Bangladeshi Businessman Detained at BIA for Smuggling Cigarettes Worth Rs. 5.1 Million.

April 19, 2026 at 6:38 AM
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Dubai Passenger Nabbed at BIA for Multi-Million Rupee Cigarette Smuggling Attempt
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Dubai Passenger Nabbed at BIA for Multi-Million Rupee Cigarette Smuggling Attempt.

April 18, 2026 at 10:37 AM
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Businessman Apprehended at BIA for Illicit Importation of Ornamental Plants
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April 11, 2026 at 9:13 AM

Businessman Apprehended at BIA for Illicit Importation of Ornamental Plants.

A 40-year-old businessman was intercepted by Sri Lanka Customs at Bandaranaike International Airport for attempting to smuggle 229 ornamental plants worth Rs. 775,000 from India.

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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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Escalating Tobacco Crisis: Over 12,000 Lives Lost Annually in Sri Lanka
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Escalating Tobacco Crisis: Over 12,000 Lives Lost Annually in Sri Lanka.

April 9, 2026 at 10:27 AM
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Suspect Trafficking Crystal Meth Concealed in Toys Apprehended in Kalmunai
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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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Four Detained at BIA Over Illegal Multi-Million Rupee Medical Shipment
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Four Detained at BIA Over Illegal Multi-Million Rupee Medical Shipment.

April 7, 2026 at 6:03 AM
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Sri Lanka Identifies 23 Key Drug Traffickers Operating From Abroad
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April 7, 2026 at 3:08 AM

Sri Lanka Identifies 23 Key Drug Traffickers Operating From Abroad.

Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala has identified 23 major drug kingpins currently hiding overseas, noting their historical ties to political figures while emphasizing ongoing efforts to bring them to justice.

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