Foreigner’s attempt to smuggle Kothala Himbutu foiled at BIA - DailyNews
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Source: Daily News
Published: 2026-04-01 06:35 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Politics, Crime & Justice, Economy & Finance, Financial Markets, Sri Lanka, Business & Economy
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Customs officers at the Katunayake Airport departure terminal arrested a foreign national in the early hours of yesterday (31) for attempting to smuggle a stock of Kothala Himbutu (Salacia Reticulata) overseas. The suspect used popular Sri Lankan tea brand packaging to conceal the illegal shipment.
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