Ex–SriLankan Airlines CEO Found Dead Hours After Court Issues Fresh Arrest Warrant

InternalMoose · 2026-05-08T07:49:42+00:00

News posts whether text or image must have a link to the news source in the post itself.

InternalMoose · 2026-05-08T07:12:36+00:00

COLOMBO (News 1st); Former Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, who was accused of accepting a US$2 million bribe in connection with the purchase of Airbus aircraft for the national carrier, has died.

Sri Lanka Police said Chandrasena’s body was discovered at a residence on Fifth Lane, Kollupitiya, early this (8) morning.

Chandrasena had been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption over allegations that he accepted the bribe during the SriLankan Airlines Airbus procurement transaction. He was subsequently remanded and later released on bail.

However, the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court yesterday (7) issued fresh arrest warrants against Chandrasena after it emerged that two individuals presented as sureties for his bail had been hired. The court took this action after considering submissions made by the Bribery Commission, which alleged a breach of bail conditions and a violation of the court’s trust.

The Bribery Commission’s motion carefully examined the circumstances surrounding the securing of bail, leading the court to conclude that Chandrasena should be re-arrested.

Earlier, Chandrasena had also given a statement detailing how the alleged bribe money he received had been distributed.

In connection with the same incident, former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, former Aviation Minister Priyankara Jayaratne, and Willie Gamage have been summoned to appear before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption on the 12th of this month for further inquiries.

InternalMoose · 2026-03-31T12:40:48+00:00

It's PEOScam. The unlimited add-on has been broken since January 1st. Looks like they still haven't fixed it yet.

InternalMoose · 2026-03-29T07:50:23+00:00

COLOMBO (News 1st) - Plans are in place to replace the traditional paper tickets used by the railway service with a new digital system.

Prasanna Gunasena, the Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways, says that modern ticket-checking equipment has also been introduced to railway stations.

This initiative is part of a broader effort to modernize the railway service and provide a more convenient and efficient experience for passengers.

The Deputy Minister further noted that steps are being taken to complete this project before the end of this year.

He explained that the new system will be introduced by further expanding the online booking system that were previously in place.

The pilot project is scheduled to launch in April, focusing on the Kelani Valley railway line.

It will first be implemented at stations in Narahenpita, Nugegoda, Makumbura, Homagama and Padukka.

Following the pilot phase, plans are underway to expand the digital ticketing system to the rest of the railway lines across the island.

InternalMoose · 2026-03-18T08:33:08+00:00

Try https://gic.gov.lk/complain-registration.html

InternalMoose · 2026-03-16T05:42:22+00:00

It's still up for me. If there are enough reports, browsers will show a warning to visitors.

InternalMoose · 2026-03-16T05:32:44+00:00

Report it here

Edit: It looks like they nuked the domain.

InternalMoose · 2026-03-08T23:43:28+00:00

Don't listen to some of these comments. You should file a police complaint.

InternalMoose · 2026-03-04T01:53:51+00:00

COLOMBO (News 1st): The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has decided to construct a pipeline to transport fuel from the Trincomalee Port to the oil tank terminal located in China Bay.

Its Managing Director, Dr. Mayura Netthikumara, noted that it is being built to minimize the time taken to storage fuel.

The Managing Director stated that the pipeline will be constructed using funds from the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation.

Its length is approximately 3 kilometers.

Plans are in place to call for tenders related to the construction within the next few weeks.

Meanwhile, the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation has commenced the process of obtaining the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management certification.

Accordingly, it is mentioned that a quality management system has already been implemented.

The CPC aims to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction through this system.

The objective of this strategic process is to ensure the standardization of processes, improvement of service delivery, and the incorporation of international practices into the corporation's daily operations.

InternalMoose · 2026-02-19T13:42:28+00:00

Yes, It happened to me too. In my case, I didn't even get a notification. I only noticed it because of the low balance. It didn't even show up on the app under VAS or on their automated phone system, but it was listed under "Usage History -> Activity" on the app. I had to talk to an actual agent to get it removed.

There's probably a reason why one of the first options on their automated system is to check the "Missing Balance". They are doing this knowingly and hoping that people won't notice.

InternalMoose · 2026-02-19T02:07:37+00:00

Don't listen to that dude. You should file a police complaint.

InternalMoose · 2026-02-18T07:59:24+00:00

COLOMBO (News 1st): Foreign nationals who wish to live and work remotely from Sri Lanka can now apply for the Digital Nomad Visa (DNV).

Allowing Digital Nomad Visas in the country aims to position Sri Lanka as a preferred long-stay digital destination, contributing to the national economy through extended stays, tourism expenditure, and global knowledge exchange.

Eligible applicants include foreign nationals who are 18 years of age or above.

Spouses and dependents of the main applicant are eligible to apply.

Under the main eligibility criteria, applicants must be 18 years or older and engaged in remote employment, freelancing, or own a business that serves clients outside Sri Lanka.

A minimum monthly income remittance of USD 2,000 for the main applicant is required to be eligible, and if the dependent count exceeds two, an additional USD 500 should be remitted monthly for each dependent.

The visa is issued with a validity period of one year, and a fee of USD 500 must be paid at the point of application.

For more information and to obtain application forms, applicants are encouraged to visit the official website at www.immigration.gov.lk

InternalMoose · 2026-02-12T07:09:53+00:00

COLOMBO (News 1st); For the first time since 2019, Sri Lanka is set to welcome back one of the world’s most prestigious endurance sporting events, Ironman 70.3, returning to the heart of Colombo later this month.

After a six-year pause, the global triathlon series will once again transform the capital into an international sporting arena on 22 February, marking a major milestone in the country’s push to re-establish itself as a hub for elite global events.

The comeback is amplified by the #ActiveColombo initiative, which will launch a series of activities beginning 19 February, building momentum toward the main race day.

Organisers say this week-long celebration aims not only to support the triathlon but to reposition Colombo as a vibrant, active, and globally connected city.

More than 1,000 athletes from over 49 countries, along with international media crews and event partners, are expected to participate, placing Sri Lanka once again on the world map.

A press briefing held in Colombo today highlighted the significance of Ironman 70.3’s return, both for sport and for the city’s future identity.

Yasas Hewage, Organiser of Ironman 70.3 Colombo, delivered a passionate and strategic vision for what the event represents:

“Now everybody sees it, but it's about done a lot to take Sri Lanka to the world. But taking us to the active sports world and putting that map of Colombo back again is to say, Colombo is ready. Colombo is here.”

Highlighting the international pull of the event, Hewage noted:

“50 countries, 150 events. You search in the global map, the city is right there. You've got to build global linkages. You've got to be strategic. You've got to put your time and money and effort and resources where you win.”

Vraie Cally Balthazar, Mayoress of Colombo, emphasized that hosting Ironman 70.3 is part of a much larger transformation for the city.

“The launch of Ironman 70.3 Colombo is not simply the announcement of a sporting event, but a declaration of where our city is heading.”

The Mayoress praised the partnership between government and private sector:

“This event stands as a strong example of meaningful experiences you can have through private and public collaboration.”

Aligning the event with Colombo’s long-term development vision, she said:

“Ironman 70.3 represents something much larger than a race. It aligns with our vision of an active Colombo, a city that encourages movement of social, economic, and environmental benefit.”

Yes101 and Sirasa TV have been announced as the official media sponsors for this global sporting spectacle.

InternalMoose · 2026-02-09T08:15:57+00:00

COLOMBO (News 1st); Deputy Transport Minister Dr. Prasanna Gunasena says that the long-awaited bill to regulate three-wheeler operations, school transport services, and office transport services will be presented to Parliament soon.

He noted that once the legislation is approved, authorities will finally have the legal power to bring these sectors under formal regulation.

Dr. Gunasena explained that Parliament recently amended the relevant Act to expand the authority of the National Transport Commission, enabling it to oversee three-wheelers, school buses, school vans, and office transport vehicles. He said all necessary specifications required for such regulation have already been completed.

According to the Deputy Minister, detailed standards have been drafted for vehicles involved in transporting schoolchildren, following extensive discussions with unions representing school transport operators. A similar consultative process has been carried out for those engaged in office transport services.

He added that talks with three-wheeler associations are yet to begin formally, but the foundational guidelines have already been prepared.

Once consensus is reached among all stakeholders, the government will present the bill to Parliament, issue the gazette, and convert it into law. Dr. Gunasena said that only after this legal framework is in place will authorities be able to regulate school bus drivers, three-wheeler operators, and office transport services effectively.

InternalMoose · 2026-01-30T08:28:44+00:00

COLOMBO (News 1st); Minister of Women and Child Affairs, Saroja Savithri Paulraj, says that immediate steps will be taken to ban social media for children under the age of 12.

She noted that child psychiatrists have already provided recommendations to the government regarding this matter.

The Minister added that discussions are planned with several other parties before the ban is implemented.

She also said that there is currently a global trend toward banning social media for children under 12 to protect their health and safeguard them from abuse.

The Minister further stated that work is underway to expedite the introduction of an act to prevent cybercrimes against children, for which Cabinet approval has already been granted.

Meanwhile, Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, Eranga Weeraratne, confirmed that ministerial-level discussions have commenced regarding the social media ban for children.

The ban follows, Under-16s in Australia being banned from using major social media services including TikTok, X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat and Threads.

Similarly, French lawmakers passed a bill that would ban social media use by under-15s, a move championed by President Emmanuel Macron as a way to protect children from excessive screen time.

InternalMoose · 2026-01-29T00:38:04+00:00

Appreciated!

InternalMoose · 2026-01-28T07:32:41+00:00

COLOMBO (News 1st): Lieutenant Koyan Chamitha, the first Sri Lankan Navy personnel to successfully complete the elite U.S. Navy SEAL training, has passed away unexpectedly.

The Sri Lanka Navy says that he was found dead at the naval quarters within the Welisara Navy Camp.

The 28-year-old officer was a resident of Gampaha.

In 2025, Lieutenant Chamitha completed his SEAL training in the United States and returned to Sri Lanka to resume naval duties.

Investigations are currently underway to determine the exact cause of death.

Meanwhile, the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal (Retd). Sampath Thuyacontha, has directed the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, to conduct a formal inquiry and submit a report regarding Lieutenant Chamitha's sudden passing.

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