BASL members decide not to appear for court cases tomorrow
Members of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) have decided not to appear before courts island-wide on behalf of any cases tomorrow (16). MORE..
- Pakistan opt to bowl first against India in blockbuster T20 World Cup game in Colombo
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- US military preparing for potentially weeks-long Iran operations
- President Anura Kumara attends India-Pakistan World Cup game at Premadasa Stadium
- T20 World Cup: India post 175/7 against Pakistan at RPS
- Health Minister to attend oath-taking ceremony of new Bangladesh Govt
- China confirms visa-free travel for UK and Canadian nationals
- 10-year tax concessions for strategic development projects in several sectors
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10-year tax concessions for strategic development projects in several sectors
The government has decided to grant tax concessions of up to 10 years for investments in strategic development projects within the tourism, manufacturing and agriculture sectors. MORE..
China confirms visa-free travel for UK and Canadian nationals
UK and Canadian nationals will be able to travel to mainland China for up to 30 days without a visa from 17 February. MORE..
Health Minister to attend oath-taking ceremony of new Bangladesh Govt
Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa is set to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Tarique Rahman as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh and the newly elected government, scheduled to be held on Tuesday (17). MORE..
T20 World Cup: India post 175/7 against Pakistan at RPS
India posted 175/7 in their allotted 20 overs against Pakistan in a blockbuster 2026 T20 World Cup encounter at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
President Anura Kumara attends India-Pakistan World Cup game at Premadasa Stadium
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake arrived at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo accompanied by high-level dignitaries to watch India-Pakistan T20 World Cup encounter.
US military preparing for potentially weeks-long Iran operations
The U.S. military is preparing for the possibility of sustained, weeks-long operations against Iran if President Donald Trump orders an attack, two U.S. officials told Reuters, in what could become a far more serious conflict than previously seen between the countries. MORE..
No threat to national security from isolated shootings – Sarath Fonseka
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Tense situation erupts at Opposition Leader’s meeting in Sooriyawewa
A heated situation arose today (15) during a meeting attended by Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa in Andarawewa, Sooriyawewa, which was organized to discuss issues faced by local farmers. MORE..
Pakistan opt to bowl first against India in blockbuster T20 World Cup game in Colombo
Pakistan have won the toss and elected to bowl first against India in the blockbuster 2026 T20 World Cup encounter at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
Bodies of lawyer and wife killed in Akuregoda shooting returned home
The bodies of the lawyer and his wife, who were fatally shot by assailants in Akuregoda, have been brought back to their family home in Pitigala. MORE..
Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia explore strengthening air defence ties
Senior defence officials of Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia have discussed future cooperation in air defence and capability development. MORE..
8,000 female-headed households identified in Vavuniya
Authorities have identified approximately 8,000 female-headed households in the Vavuniya District, according to a program aimed at briefing government officials on initiatives designed to improve the economic and social conditions of these families. MORE..
Bar Association convenes special meeting following lawyer’s murder
All members of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) gathered in Colombo today (15) to discuss the next steps in response to the murder of a lawyer and his wife in Akuregoda. MORE..
Puttalam Line: Colombo Fort- Puttalam trains to resume tomorrow
Train services up to the Puttalam Railway Station along the Puttalam railway line will resume tomorrow (16), the Department of Railways has announced.
10-year tax concessions for strategic development projects in several sectors
The government has decided to grant tax concessions of up to 10 years for investments in strategic development projects within the tourism, manufacturing and agriculture sectors. MORE..
China confirms visa-free travel for UK and Canadian nationals
UK and Canadian nationals will be able to travel to mainland China for up to 30 days without a visa from 17 February. MORE..
Health Minister to attend oath-taking ceremony of new Bangladesh Govt
Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa is set to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Tarique Rahman as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh and the newly elected government, scheduled to be held on Tuesday (17). MORE..
T20 World Cup: India post 175/7 against Pakistan at RPS
India posted 175/7 in their allotted 20 overs against Pakistan in a blockbuster 2026 T20 World Cup encounter at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
President Anura Kumara attends India-Pakistan World Cup game at Premadasa Stadium
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake arrived at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo accompanied by high-level dignitaries to watch India-Pakistan T20 World Cup encounter.
US military preparing for potentially weeks-long Iran operations
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No threat to national security from isolated shootings – Sarath Fonseka
One or two shooting incidents do not pose a threat to national security, former Commander of the Sri Lanka Army Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka stated. MORE..
Tense situation erupts at Opposition Leader’s meeting in Sooriyawewa
A heated situation arose today (15) during a meeting attended by Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa in Andarawewa, Sooriyawewa, which was organized to discuss issues faced by local farmers. MORE..
Pakistan opt to bowl first against India in blockbuster T20 World Cup game in Colombo
Pakistan have won the toss and elected to bowl first against India in the blockbuster 2026 T20 World Cup encounter at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
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Russia blocks WhatsApp for failing to comply with local laws, Kremlin says
Russia has blocked popular messaging service WhatsApp for failing to abide by Russian legislation, the Kremlin said Thursday. MORE..
India tightens grip on social media with new three-hour takedown rule
India tightens grip on social media with new three-hour takedown rule
India’s government said social media companies would have to take down unlawful content within three hours of being notified about it, tightening on Tuesday an earlier 36-hour timeline in what could be a compliance challenge for Meta, YouTube and X. MORE..
Instagram and YouTube owners built ‘addiction machines’, trial hears
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The world’s largest social media companies have been accused of creating “addiction machines” as a landmark trial began in California examining the mental health effects of Instagram and YouTube. MORE..
Drinking tea or coffee regularly could reduce dementia risk, study finds
Drinking tea or coffee regularly could reduce dementia risk, study finds
Drinking regular tea and coffee may reduce the risk of dementia, a new study has claimed, with researchers able to pinpoint the number of cups each day linked to reduced risk. MORE..
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Chocolate prices surge ahead of Valentine’s Day amid global cocoa shortage
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Hello Kitty designer steps down after 46 years
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The designer behind Hello Kitty is stepping down after 46 years, during which time she oversaw the feline character achieving world recognition. MORE..
New ‘John Wick’ game with Keanu Reeves in lead role announced
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Lionsgate and Saber Interactive have announced a new AAA video game based on the John Wick franchise, with the project revealed during Sony’s State of Play showcase. MORE..
Berlin Film Festival kicks off with a nod to new voices from Michelle Yeoh
Berlin Film Festival kicks off with a nod to new voices from Michelle Yeoh
The Berlin Film Festival opened on Thursday night with the message that new voices matter as Hollywood legend Michelle Yeoh recalled how the festival supported her early in her career. MORE..
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Sports
USA keep slim T20 World Cup hopes alive by beating Namibia
The United States kept their slim hopes of qualifying for the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup alive with a 31-run against Namibia in Group A. MORE..
Pakistan captain says it’s up to India to decide whether to shake hands in cricket clash
Pakistan’s captain has said he will leave it up to India’s players to decide if they shake hands with his team before and after their T20 World Cup match. MORE..
T20 World Cup: West Indies secure Super 8 spot with comfortable win over Nepal
West Indies rode on captain Shai Hope’s unbeaten half-century to beat Nepal by nine wickets and qualify for the Super 8 of the T20 World Cup on Sunday. MORE..
India-Pakistan: Colombo buzzing for cricket’s biggest money spinner
The India-Pakistan group league showdown of this ICC T20 World Cup on Sunday will be not be remembered for a cricketing reason – irrespective of the batting fireworks or extraordinary bowling feat it may witness. MORE..
Markram, Jansen steer South Africa to big win over New Zealand
fter huffing and puffing their way past two Super Overs to earn a win against Afghanistan, South Africa provided a demonstration of why they were so close to winning this T20 World Cup the last time around by swatting aside New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. MORE..
