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Motorcycle suspected to be linked to Kalutara shooting recovered in Bandaragama

A motorcycle suspected to have been used in the shooting incident reported last night (15) in the Wadiyamankada area of Kalutara North has been recovered in the Bandaragama area. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 11:11 am

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..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 4:01 pm

Son of Iran’s last shah urges US military intervention in Iran

Iranian opposition figure Reza Pahlavi on Saturday said U.S. military intervention in Iran could save lives and urged President Donald Trump’s administration not to spend too long negotiating with Tehran’s clerical rulers on a nuclear deal. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 10:46 am

Police identify four suspects in Akuregoda shooting

Four suspects identified so far over the murder of a lawyer and his wife in Akuregoda on Friday (13), Police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 3:01 pm

Several factions oppose CEB’s proposal to increase electricity tariffs

Several parties have expressed opposition to the Ceylon Electricity Board’s (CEB) proposal to increase electricity tariffs by 13.56% for the second quarter of 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 1:54 pm

Three killed in separate motorcycle accidents in Matara and Damana

Three individuals have reportedly died in separate road accidents that occurred in the Matara and Damana areas, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 10:07 am

Suspect arrested with over 270kg of Kerala cannabis in Ragama

A suspect has been arrested in the Ragama area with 271 kilograms and 835 grams of Kerala cannabis. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 9:14 am

Sri Lanka government approval rating increases to 65%: Survey

The approval rating of the government has increased to 65% in early-February 2026, in the latest round of the Gallup style “Mood of the Nation” poll conducted by Verité Research. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 1:55 pm

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.

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 8:01 pm

NPP lawyers condemn Akuregoda double murder, urge swift justice

The lawyers of the National People’s Power (NPP) have issued a statement condemning the shooting death of a lawyer, Buddhika Mallawarachchi, and his wife in the Akuregoda, Thalangama area on 13 February 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 1:06 pm

“Mutual respect, religious coexistence, and peaceful unity are eternal treasures of our country”- Opposition Leader’s Maha Shivaratri message

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa extended his greetings to Hindu devotees in Sri Lanka and around the world on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 8:08 am

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..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 4:53 pm

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..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 6:34 pm

Vehicle used in Akuregoda double murder found burning in Galle

The car suspected to have been used by the gunmen involved in the double homicide that took place at Akuregoda in Thalangama, has been found on an access road in the Kuttiyawatta area of Agaliya, Galle. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 6:42 am

President urges solidarity and spiritual consciousness in Maha Shivaratri message

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his message to mark Maha Shivaratri, stated that with the hope that the darkness of ignorance be dispelled and the light of wisdom be kindled, the sacred festival devoutly observed by Hindus around the world falls today (15). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 7:31 am

Fairly heavy showers expected in parts of the island today

Showers will occur at times in Central and Uva provinces and in Ampara, Batticaloa and Hambantota districts, today (15), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 6:25 am

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin urges prompt repatriation of Indian fishermen released by Sri Lankan court

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has written to Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar, requesting immediate action to ensure the return of Tamil Nadu fishermen released by a Sri Lankan court to their home state. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 11:58 am

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..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 4:23 pm

Vehicular movement near Premadasa Stadium restricted from 3pm due to India-Pakistan clash

Vehicular movement in the vicinity of the R. Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo will be restricted from 3pm today (16) in view of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup encounter between India and Pakistan. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 2:21 pm

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..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 6:59 pm

Large crowd gathers to pay last respects to lawyer and wife killed in Akuregoda shooting

The bodies of the lawyer and his wife, who were shot dead in Thalangama, Akuregoda, have been placed at a private funeral parlour in Borella. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 1:45 pm

Israeli airstrikes kill 9 in Gaza, including tent camp, Palestinian officials say

At least nine Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes in the northern and southern Gaza Strip on Sunday, Palestinian civil defence and health officials said, in what Israel’s military called a response to Hamas ceasefire violations. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 2:57 pm

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..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 7:22 pm

Six arrested in Lunugala-Bulugolla area for illegal excavation of artifacts

Six individuals have been arrested in connection with illegal excavations in search of artifacts in the Lunugala and Bulugolla areas. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 10:48 am

Govt must explain murders occurring in high security zones even during state of emergency – Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has issued a special statement condemning the double homicide that took place in Akuregoda, Thalangama. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 12:32 pm

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..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 5:51 pm

Russia killed opposition leader Alexei Navalny using dart frog toxin, UK says

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was killed using a poison developed from a dart frog toxin, the UK and European allies have said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 2:22 pm

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.

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 3:39 pm

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..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 7:50 pm

Special traffic and security plan in Colombo for T20 World Cup clash between India and Pakistan

Sri Lanka Police says a comprehensive traffic and security plan has been implemented for today’s (15) 2026 T20 World Cup match between India and Pakistan, scheduled to start at 7:00 p.m. at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 8:39 am

5,000 police officers deployed for India and Pakistan T20 World Cup clash in Colombo

Around 5,000 police officers, including intelligence officers, have been deployed to ensure the safe conduct of the 2026 T20 World Cup match between India and Pakistan in Colombo.

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 2:50 pm

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..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 5:20 pm

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..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 8:40 pm

Cardinal warns of family breakdown in Sri Lanka, stresses society’s strength lies in family

The Archbishop of Colombo, His Eminence Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith has expressed concern over the disintegration of family structures in the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 11:37 am

Obama addresses racist video shared by Trump depicting him as an ape

Former US President Barack Obama has indirectly addressed a racist video posted on President Donald Trump’s social media, telling a podcast host that the “shame” and “decorum” that once guided public officials is now lost. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 7:05 am

PM Harini calls for unity, compassion and faith on Maha Shivaratri

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has extended her warmest greetings to the Hindu community of Sri Lanka and to devotees across the world on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 15, 2026 7:33 am

US military says it struck a vessel in Caribbean, killing three

The U.S. military said in a social media post that it had struck a vessel in the Caribbean on Friday, killing three people, the latest such incident in recent months. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 6:37 am

Woman allegedly set on fire by husband over domestic dispute

A woman has died after allegedly being set on fire in an incident reportedly stemming from a domestic dispute in the Parasangaswewa area of Medagama. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 7:52 am

Trump says Iran regime change could be ‘best thing’ as second carrier heads to Middle East

US President Donald Trump on Friday embraced potential regime change in Iran and declared that “tremendous power” will soon be in the Middle East, as the Pentagon sent a second aircraft carrier to the region. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 8:22 am

President Anura Kumara to attend India–AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi

India will host the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi from February 16 to 20, bringing together global leaders, policymakers, innovators and experts from across the world to deliberate on the way forward for Artificial Intelligence (AI). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 11:02 am

New digital policy focusing on child protection to be introduced in April – PM

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that a new digital policy with special emphasis on child protection will be introduced in April. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 8:35 am

Sri Lankan sailor falls off ship in India, body recovered

The body of a Sri Lankan crew member of a Singapore-bound container vessel was pulled out of the Hooghly River in Kolkata on Friday evening after he reportedly jumped into the water near Netaji Subhas Dock. Cops said the victim was employed on the vessel named Kota Dunia. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 7:08 am

CBSL highlights Sri Lanka’s resilient economic growth despite Cyclone Ditwah and global risks

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has released its first Monetary Policy Report for 2026, providing forward-looking insights on inflation, economic growth, and potential risks to the economic outlook. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 9:22 am

Chocolate prices surge ahead of Valentine’s Day amid global cocoa shortage

Chocolate lovers are experiencing sticker shock this Valentine’s Day. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 11:38 am

BASL to hold emergency general meeting for first time in 14 years, over Akuregoda shooting

The President of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL), Rajeev Amarasuriya, stated that an emergency general meeting of all members of the Association will be held tomorrow (15), marking the first such meeting in 14 years. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 9:55 am

Fairly heavy showers likely in parts of the island today

Showers will occur at times in the Central and Uva provinces and in Ampara, Batticaloa and Hambantota districts, today (14), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 6:32 am

IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva to visit Sri Lanka from Feb. 16-18

Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), will visit Sri Lanka from February 16 to 18, 2026, according to a top IMF official. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 8:41 am

Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals exceed 400,000 so far this year

The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) stated that foreign tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka during the elapsed period of 2026 have exceeded 400,000. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 11:37 am

SC defers hearing of appeal seeking to annul acquittal of ex-Minister Premalal Jayasekara

The Supreme Court has ordered the postponement of the hearing of an appeal seeking to invalidate a Court of Appeal verdict that acquitted former Minister Premalal Jayasekara, who had previously been sentenced to death on murder charges, until September 4. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 10:31 am

Hello Kitty designer steps down after 46 years

The designer behind Hello Kitty is stepping down after 46 years, during which time she oversaw the feline character achieving world recognition. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 14, 2026 6:52 am

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