Colombo (News 1st): A special operations unit has been established to report on underground gangs, organized terror groups, extortionists and illegal arms users. This is spearheaded on the orders of Defence Secretary retired Major General Kamal Gunaratne.

The STF stated that correct information on drug and alcohol traffickers, those who involved in environmental damage and other damage can be reported to this operations unit by calling the hotline; 0112 25 80 518 or fax to 0112 25 88 499.

The public can also provide further details to the STF via email at [email protected] The STF further stated that the identity of the people who give information regarding the illegal activities will not be revealed.

• More than 11,400 people died of COVID since April 2021
• COVID deaths in Sri Lanka cross the 12,000 mark with 84 fatalities for Friday (17).
• Amber advisory for severe lightning issued
• Employee arrested for swindling Rs. 1.4 Mn at Expressway
• 36 river conservation projects to be implemented