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Version6.2.0PHP Version8.5.12IdentityguestResponse200Tem...","\u003Cp>The source contained no news report to rewrite.\u003C\u002Fp>",30,"standard","published","6a8de2d51984b727d3b0b545",[21],[],[],"6af5482ec7f64abe9d256aa2",[],"2026-11-13T03:38:10.000Z",false,"public",{"views":31,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":33},41,0,39,[],{"data":36},{"id":25,"url":37,"width":38,"height":39,"variants":40,"alt":14,"caption":14,"credit":14},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.newsradio.lk\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F11\u002F94350317-b341-4355-bb42-bf7cfdc27fd2\u002Foriginal.jpg",800,595,[41],{"key":42,"width":43,"height":44,"format":45,"url":46},"thumb",320,238,"webp","https:\u002F\u002Fapi.newsradio.lk\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F11\u002F94350317-b341-4355-bb42-bf7cfdc27fd2\u002Fthumb.webp",{"data":48,"meta":49},[],{"total":32,"page":50,"limit":18,"hasMore":28},1,{"data":52},[53,69,85,99,115,131,146,162],{"id":54,"lang":12,"title":55,"subtitle":14,"slug":56,"excerpt":57,"html":58,"readingTimeSec":59,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":60,"tagIds":61,"authorIds":62,"coverMediaId":63,"galleryMediaIds":64,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":65,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":66,"relatedArticleIds":68},"6af6ee4ec7f64abe9d299ec4","Navy intercepts trawler smuggling about 101kg of heroin and ice in southern waters","navy-intercepts-trawler-smuggling-about-101kg-of-heroin-and-ice-in-southern-waters","The Sri Lanka Navy intercepted a local multi-day fishing trawler (1) smuggling approximately 101kg and 870g of methamphetamine (ice) and heroin on the high seas south of Sri Lanka, taking 5 suspects into naval ...","\u003Cp>The Sri Lanka Navy intercepted a local multi-day fishing trawler on the high seas south of Sri Lanka that was smuggling approximately 101kg and 870g of methamphetamine (ice) and heroin, taking five suspects into naval custody.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The trawler, which was carrying six sacks of narcotics and the suspects, was brought to Galle harbour on the morning of 13 November 2026 for further legal and investigative proceedings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A further examination conducted with the expert assistance of the Police Narcotic Bureau (PNB) confirmed the consignment contained approximately 58kg and 736g of heroin packed in 52 parcels and about 43kg and 134g of ice packed in 50 parcels. The gross street value of the consignment is believed to exceed Rs. 1.5 billion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The suspects, narcotics and the multi-day fishing trawler were handed over to the PNB for further legal proceedings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The inspection of the consignment was conducted in the presence of the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd); the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Damian Fernando; the Commander Southern Naval Area, Rear Admiral HNS Perera; the Director General Operations, Rear Admiral Chaminda Karunasena; and several senior naval officers, together with senior officials of the PNB.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Speaking at the inspection, Jayasekara said that, alongside safeguarding national security, the Sri Lanka Navy continuously conducts intensified operations in the surrounding waters to disrupt the supply of narcotics under the 'A Nation United' national mission. He said a dedicated Navy surveillance operation on the high seas had succeeded in intercepting this consignment of narcotics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stressed that the drug menace has severely harmed the national economy, social development, youth and school children. Under the 'A Nation United' national mission, he said, the Navy, alongside the Coast Guard, armed forces, Police, PNB and Special Task Force, has intensified land and sea anti-narcotic operations through intelligence-sharing with local and foreign agencies, sealing off all routes for narcotics to enter the country.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jayasekara said the Ministries of Defence and Public Security, working together, have strengthened the Navy's surveillance capabilities through technical equipment and devices and that new legislation has been introduced targeting drug supply and demand. With this Government support for law enforcement, he asserted that no route, by sea, air, or port, remains open for narcotics to enter the country and urged traffickers and their facilitators to desist from the drug trade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He affirmed the Navy's unwavering commitment to rescuing fishermen in distress at sea and its special vigilance in protecting those engaged in legitimate fishing. He also stressed that anyone using fishing as a cover for illegal activities will find no escape from the law.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On behalf of the Hon. President and the entire public, he expressed gratitude to the Sri Lanka Navy and all other parties who contributed to the successful conduct of this operation, carried out with great dedication through days of deep-sea surveillance based on intelligence shared with the State Intelligence Service and other intelligence agencies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He urged the public to provide information to law enforcement agencies via the emergency hotlines 1818 or 1997 to ensure the success of anti-narcotic operations, and appreciated the role played by the media in raising public awareness about the drug menace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With this operation included, joint operations conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and the Coast Guard during the one-year period since the launch of the 'A Nation United' national mission in October 2025 have succeeded in seizing narcotics with an estimated gross street value exceeding Rs. 115 billion. Operations conducted so far in 2026 alone have succeeded in seizing narcotics with an estimated gross street value exceeding Rs. 74 billion.\u003C\u002Fp>",163,[21],[],[],"6af6ee4ec7f64abe9d299ec0",[],"2026-11-13T10:15:56.000Z",{"views":67,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":31},42,[],{"id":70,"lang":12,"title":71,"subtitle":14,"slug":72,"excerpt":73,"html":74,"readingTimeSec":18,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":75,"tagIds":76,"authorIds":77,"coverMediaId":78,"galleryMediaIds":79,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":80,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":81,"relatedArticleIds":84},"6af6c463c7f64abe9d294229","Central Bank of Sri Lanka warns public against AI-generated fake videos impersonating governor","central-bank-of-sri-lanka-warns-public-against-ai-generated-fake-videos-impersonating-governor","The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has issued a warning to the public over the circulation of fake AI-generated videos and advertisements on social media platforms, particularly Facebook, featuring content im...","\u003Cp>The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has warned the public about fake AI-generated videos and advertisements circulating on social media platforms, particularly Facebook, featuring content impersonating the CBSL Governor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CBSL urged the public not to be misled by these fraudulent advertisements or act on any financial advice, investment opportunities or claims promoted through such videos. It also advised the public to remain vigilant, verify information through its official communication channels and refrain from sharing misleading or fraudulent content.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The warning comes amid growing concerns over the misuse of artificial intelligence to create misleading content and deceive the public.\u003C\u002Fp>",[21],[],[],"6af6c463c7f64abe9d294225",[],"2026-11-13T07:37:16.000Z",{"views":82,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":83},49,48,[],{"id":86,"lang":12,"title":87,"subtitle":14,"slug":88,"excerpt":16,"html":89,"readingTimeSec":18,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":90,"tagIds":91,"authorIds":92,"coverMediaId":93,"galleryMediaIds":94,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":95,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":96,"relatedArticleIds":98},"6af6ee4fc7f64abe9d299ece","Supplied source contains no news article","supplied-source-contains-no-news-article","\u003Cp>The supplied source does not contain a news report. It is Joomla debug and profiler output showing Joomla version 6.2.0, PHP version 8.5.12, identity guest, HTTP response 200, template newsberg, and a MySQL database described as version 10.11.11-MariaDB-cll-lve, along with page-load timings.\u003C\u002Fp>",[21],[],[],"6af6ee4fc7f64abe9d299eca",[],"2026-11-13T04:18:36.000Z",{"views":67,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":97},40,[],{"id":100,"lang":12,"title":101,"subtitle":14,"slug":102,"excerpt":103,"html":104,"readingTimeSec":105,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":106,"tagIds":107,"authorIds":108,"coverMediaId":109,"galleryMediaIds":110,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":111,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":112,"relatedArticleIds":114},"6af5c6fac7f64abe9d2682c5","Anojan Sivarasa's family thanks President Dissanayake for intervention securing acquittal","anojan-sivarasas-family-thanks-president-dissanayake-for-intervention-securing-acquittal","Family members of Mr Anojan Sivarasa, who had been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia, met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (12) and expressed their gratitude for ...","\u003Cp>Family members of Mr Anojan Sivarasa met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (12) and thanked him for intervening to secure Sivarasa's release and acquittal on all charges. Mr Sivarasa had been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a cordial discussion with the family, the President said it was his responsibility to stand up for Sri Lankan citizens at all times, wherever they may be in the world. He emphasised that special appreciation should be extended to the Government of Saudi Arabia for securing Mr Sivarasa's release, as well as to everyone who intervened on his behalf, irrespective of differences in ethnicity, religion or political affiliation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr Sivarasa's parents informed the President that their son was currently in good health. His mother expressed her gratitude to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who had intervened from the outset to secure her son's release from the death sentence and ensure that he was cleared of all charges. She also extended her appreciation to Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath; Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra; Sri Lanka's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, O.L. Ameer Ajwad, and the Embassy staff; the lawyers who travelled to Saudi Arabia and provided legal assistance; and all Sri Lankans who contributed to the efforts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Social activist Rajkumar Rajeevkanth also thanked the President for intervening to secure Mr Sivarasa's release, in keeping with the assurance he had given when they first met. He further revealed that, during the same period, Mr Sivarasa's parents had experienced severe psychological distress following the execution of a Bangladeshi couple who had also been sentenced to death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chairman of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment, Koshala Wickremasinghe, was also present at the meeting.\u003C\u002Fp>",80,[21],[],[],"6af5c6fac7f64abe9d2682c1",[],"2026-11-12T13:28:44.000Z",{"views":113,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":113},89,[],{"id":116,"lang":12,"title":117,"subtitle":14,"slug":118,"excerpt":119,"html":120,"readingTimeSec":121,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":122,"tagIds":123,"authorIds":124,"coverMediaId":125,"galleryMediaIds":126,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":127,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":128,"relatedArticleIds":130},"6af564a3c7f64abe9d25ada9","Prime Minister highlights ethical AI use and media literacy at Broadcasters’ Symposium 2026","prime-minister-highlights-ethical-ai-use-and-media-literacy-at-broadcasters-symposium-2026","Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya participated as the Chief Guest in the Sri Lanka Broadcasters’ Symposium 2026, on 11th of November in Colombo. The two days (11-12th of November ) Symposium organized by th...","\u003Cp>Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, speaking as chief guest at the Sri Lanka Broadcasters’ Symposium 2026 in Colombo on 11 November, said broadcasting is not merely about communication but also about strengthening media literacy, and that artificial intelligence in media must be used ethically and responsibly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two-day symposium, on 11-12 November, was organised by the Sri Lanka Broadcasters' Association with the support of the Department of Government Information. It brought together professionals in the broadcasting sector, representatives of media institutions, technical experts and other stakeholders to exchange knowledge and experiences on current trends, technological advancements, future challenges and emerging opportunities in the broadcasting industry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Prime Minister said broadcasting has always been about more than simply transmitting information. She said it connects people, gives expression to diverse perspectives, facilitates public debate and shapes how societies understand themselves and the world. She noted that the broadcasting industry is undergoing fundamental changes due to the emergence of artificial intelligence, the growing influence of global digital platforms and rapidly changing audience behaviour.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The use of artificial intelligence in media requires a broader dialogue involving broadcasters, journalists, technology experts, academia, civil society and policymakers. We must ensure that AI is used ethically and responsibly, while recognising that it is not inherently neutral, but shaped by the data, assumptions and social structures on which it is built,\" the Prime Minister stated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She highlighted the importance of equipping citizens, particularly younger generations, with the ability to critically understand, evaluate and responsibly engage with media content. Developing media literacy, she further noted, is an important objective of the Government's ongoing education reforms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stressed that the future of broadcasting must be built on public trust, professional responsibility, technological innovation and a strong commitment to serving society.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The occasion was attended by the diplomatic core, media personnel and the members of Broadcasters Guild of Sri Lanka.\u003C\u002Fp>",84,[21],[],[],"6af564a3c7f64abe9d25ada5",[],"2026-11-12T06:10:38.000Z",{"views":129,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":129},100,[],{"id":132,"lang":12,"title":133,"subtitle":14,"slug":134,"excerpt":135,"html":136,"readingTimeSec":137,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":138,"tagIds":139,"authorIds":140,"coverMediaId":141,"galleryMediaIds":142,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":143,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":144,"relatedArticleIds":145},"6af564a3c7f64abe9d25adb3","Sri Lanka Navy takes control of fishing vessel suspected of transporting narcotics","sri-lanka-navy-takes-control-of-fishing-vessel-suspected-of-transporting-narcotics","The Sri Lanka Navy has taken control of a local multi-day fishing vessel suspected of transporting a large consignment of narcotics during a special operation in deep waters south of Sri Lanka this morning (12)...","\u003Cp>The Sri Lanka Navy took control of a local multi-day fishing vessel this morning (12) during a special operation in deep waters south of Sri Lanka. The vessel is suspected of transporting a large consignment of narcotics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The vessel and its suspects are being brought ashore for further investigations and legal proceedings. Further details are expected to be released later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a similar operation on November 5, the Navy seized a fishing vessel carrying over 132 kg of crystal methamphetamine (Ice) and 57 kg of heroin, along with five suspects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Navy also stated that under the national operation 'Ratama Ekata', narcotics worth over Rs. 114 billion have been seized, including more than 2,773 kg of Ice and 2,130 kg of heroin. Navy operations during 2026 have resulted in drug seizures with an estimated street value exceeding Rs. 73 billion.\u003C\u002Fp>",38,[21],[],[],"6af564a3c7f64abe9d25adaf",[],"2026-11-12T05:59:13.000Z",{"views":113,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":113},[],{"id":147,"lang":12,"title":148,"subtitle":14,"slug":149,"excerpt":150,"html":151,"readingTimeSec":152,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":153,"tagIds":154,"authorIds":155,"coverMediaId":156,"galleryMediaIds":157,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":158,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":159,"relatedArticleIds":161},"6af54842c7f64abe9d256ad7","Anojan Sivarasa released from Saudi custody, minister announces","anojan-sivarasa-released-from-saudi-custody-minister-announces","Anojan Sivarasa, who was facing charges before a Saudi Arabian court, has been released, Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath has announced. The minister said the government w...","\u003Cp>Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath has announced that Anojan Sivarasa, who was facing charges before a Saudi Arabian court, has been released.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Herath said the government would take the necessary diplomatic steps to bring Sivarasa back to Sri Lanka in the coming days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sivarasa’s family members visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today and expressed their gratitude to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, the Foreign Affairs Ministry, and all government institutions and officials who contributed to securing his release.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The minister said the release was made possible through the guidance of President Dissanayake, diplomatic intervention by the Sri Lankan government, and the continued efforts of relevant officials. He also extended his appreciation to the Saudi government, the Saudi judiciary, diplomatic institutions and officials from both countries, as well as the team of lawyers who travelled to Saudi Arabia to assist in the case.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A Saudi Arabian Court of Appeal in the Eastern Region sentenced Sivarasa to death on September 17, 2026, over charges relating to a Facebook post deemed offensive. Following diplomatic and other interventions, the Saudi court overturned the death sentence on October 14. Diplomatic efforts continued to secure his release from the remaining penalties imposed on him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Saudi Public Prosecution Office decided on November 9, 2026, not to pursue further legal proceedings in the case. As a result of these continued efforts, Sivarasa has now been released. The Sri Lankan government is expected to take the necessary steps to facilitate his return to the country.\u003C\u002Fp>",68,[21],[],[],"6af54842c7f64abe9d256acf",[],"2026-11-12T04:25:43.000Z",{"views":160,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":160},103,[],{"id":163,"lang":12,"title":164,"subtitle":14,"slug":165,"excerpt":166,"html":167,"readingTimeSec":18,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":168,"tagIds":169,"authorIds":170,"coverMediaId":25,"galleryMediaIds":171,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":172,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":173,"relatedArticleIds":174},"6af5482ec7f64abe9d256aa6","Showers, thundershowers expected; heavy falls above 100mm likely in five provinces","showers-thundershowers-expected-heavy-falls-above-100mm-likely-in-five-provinces","Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in the Northern and Eastern provinces.  Showers or thundershowers will occur elsewhere in the island after 1.00 p.m.   Heavy falls above 100mm are likely at some pl...","\u003Cp>Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in the Northern and Eastern provinces. Elsewhere on the island, showers or thundershowers will occur after 1.00 p.m.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Heavy falls above 100mm are likely at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern and Uva provinces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The general public is requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damage caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Misty conditions can be expected during the early hours of the morning at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces and in the Galle, Matara and Kurunegala districts.\u003C\u002Fp>",[21],[],[],[],"2026-11-12T04:16:49.000Z",{"views":121,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":121},[]]