A 27-year-old motorcyclist who transported a gunman in three separate shootings in Mount Lavinia and Dehiwala—resulting in six deaths—has been arrested, police confirmed.

Jaffna witnessed a patriotic display as a grand procession took place in celebration of Independence Day, with participants proudly carrying the national flag.

(Mannar Correspondent: S.R. Lambart) Sri Lanka marked its 77th Independence Day today (February 4) under the theme “Let’s Unite for National Revival.”

The Sri Lanka Scouts Association successfully launched the “Clean Sri Lanka” initiative today, focusing on environmental conservation and community cleanliness.

Jaffna witnessed a Black Flag Protest today (Tuesday) in opposition to Sri Lanka’s 77th Independence Day celebrations.

In a bold act of protest, students of Jaffna University removed the Sri Lankan Lion Flag (National Flag) and hoisted a black flag in its place.

Kilinochchi District Secretariat marked Sri Lanka’s 77th Independence Day with a formal ceremony, paying homage to the nation’s legacy and freedom fighters.

Jaffna marked Sri Lanka’s 77th Independence Day with a grand ceremony this morning at the District Secretariat.

Jaffna Social Action Centre (JSAC), with the financial support of UNICEF, successfully organized the Northern Cricket Carnival, a grand hardball cricket tournament for young women in the Northern Province.

A 29-year-old youth from Jaffna has tragically passed away after suffering from severe health complications due to an excessive drug overdose.