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Appeals Court upholds death sentence on drug trafficker ‘Sudakaran’

The Court of Appeal has decided to uphold the death sentence imposed on the defendant, Jayasingam Rajeev, alias “Sudakaran,” dismissing an appeal he had filed against the sentence handed down by the Colombo High Court for the possession and trafficking of 2.53 grams of heroin. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 12:57 pm

President to inaugurate ‘Himikama’ national programme in Anuradhapura today

The inaugural ceremony of the national programme for the presentation of ‘Himikama’ freehold title deeds to the general public will be held in Anuradhapura today (27). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 9:30 am

WhatsApp Web Down: Users face login issues on Meta-owned desktop platform

Several WhatsApp Web users have reported difficulties logging into their accounts, with the issue appearing to affect primarily iPhone users. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 11:57 am

Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros, clearing way for Paramount takeover

Netflix has backed away from its proposal to buy Warner Bros Discovery, clearing the way for Paramount Skydance to win a months-long battle for one of Hollywood’s most storied studios. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 8:10 am

Sri Lanka officially launches Digital Nomad Visa facility; first recipients welcomed

The official launch of the Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) facility in Sri Lanka was held at the “Silk Route” passenger terminal of the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 11:37 am

Sri Lanka marks three months since devastating Cyclone ‘Ditwah’

Today (27) marks three months since Cyclone Ditwah, considered one of the most devastating cyclonic storms to impact Sri Lanka, caused widespread destruction across the island. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 3:02 pm

Afghan Taliban open to talks after Pakistan bombs Kabul, Kandahar

Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers said on Friday they were willing to negotiate after Pakistan bombed its forces in major cities and dozens of troops were killed in the most serious clashes between the allies-turned-foes. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 10:29 pm

Disaster Relief Officers halt duties from today over unmet demands

Grama Niladharis, Disaster Relief Service Officers and Technical Officers have decided to temporarily halt their Cyclone Ditwah-related relief services from today (27), citing several unresolved issues. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 2:53 pm

‘Podi Lassie’ arrested without Interpol Red Notice, police reveal more details

A total of 14 suspects have been brought back to Sri Lanka without Interpol Red Notices, Police Media Spokesperson Assistant Superintendent of Police F. U. Wootler revealed. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 10:01 am

Pokémon turns 30: Fans still chasing the dream of ‘catch ‘em all’

The global entertainment franchise Pokémon, created by Satoshi Tajiri, marked 30 years since its debut with Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green released for the Nintendo Game Boy in 1996. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 4:40 pm

Ministry calls for report to probe environmental impact of Kerawalapitiya garbage dump fire

The Ministry of Environment has taken steps to call for a comprehensive report to investigate the fire that broke out at the Kerawalapitiya garbage dumping yard and its subsequent environmental impact. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 10:49 am

Govt must reveal mastermind behind substandard coal fraud – Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa says the government must reveal the truth to the country regarding the alleged mastermind behind the substandard coal fraud. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 8:42 pm

Mainly fair weather expected in most parts of the island

Mainly fair weather will prevail over the most parts of the island, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 7:29 am

Comedy legend Jim Carrey receives lifetime honour at France’s 2026 Cesar Awards

France’s leading movie awards on Thursday gave Canadian-American actor Jim Carrey a special honour in recognition of his eclectic acting career, a tribute he accepted with a speech delivered in French. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 2:20 pm

Ex-minister Priyankara Jayaratne’s corruption case fixed for further evidence hearing

The Colombo High Court has ordered the further hearing of evidence in the corruption case filed by the Bribery Commission against former Aviation Minister Priyankara Jayaratne to be called on March 24. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 12:59 pm

World Economic Forum boss quits after review of Epstein links

The president and CEO of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Borge Brende, has resigned after a review into his links to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 7:35 am

Court issues 7-day detention order on ‘Podi Lassie’

The Baddegama Magistrate’s Court has granted permission for the Galle Police Crime Division to detain and question for seven days the underworld figure Janith Madushanka, alias ‘Podi Lassie,’ who was brought back to Sri Lanka this morning (27) following his arrest in India. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 3:54 pm

Underworld figure ‘Commando Salinda’ remanded

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered that the high-profile organised crime suspect known as “Commando Salinda,” who was previously held in the custody of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), be remanded until March 12. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 4:12 pm

Sri Lanka Police launches ‘Tell IGP’ online platform for public complaints

Sri Lanka Police has introduced the “Tell IGP” project, an online platform that enables members of the public to submit complaints directly to the Inspector General of Police (IGP) regarding any incident or matter. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 1:41 pm

‘Podi Lassie’ brought to Sri Lanka from India

Organized criminal and alleged drug trafficker Arumahandi Janith Madhusankha de Silva, alias “Podi Lassie”, has been brought back to Sri Lanka from India by a special police team this morning (27). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 6:35 am

India hands over 214-tonne Bailey Bridges consignment to Sri Lanka

The First Secretary (Economic & Commercial) at the High Commission of India in Colombo today handed over a 214-tonne consignment of Bailey Bridge components to the Chairman of the Road Development Authority (RDA) and officials of the Disaster Management Center (DMC). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 5:48 pm

Colombo’s inflation drops to 1.6% in February 2026

The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on a year-on-year (Y-o-Y) basis, decreased to 1.6% in February 2026, compared to 2.3% in January 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 3:52 pm

90-day detention order obtained for second gunman arrested over Akuregoda double murder

A 90-day detention order has been obtained by police to further interrogate the second gunman arrested in connection with the double murder in Akuregoda, Thalangama. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 8:09 pm

90-day detention order to question ex-intelligence chief Suresh Sallay

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has obtained a 90-day detention order to question former state intelligence chief Major General (Retd) Suresh Sallay, the police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 11:09 pm

Special scholarship programme for uni. students affected by Cyclone Ditwah

The Board of Trustees of the Lalith Athulathmudali Mahapola Higher Education Scholarship Trust Fund has decided to introduce a special scholarship programme to be awarded on a one-time basis. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 11:56 am

Pakistan PM says can ‘crush’ aggressors after Afghan strikes

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday his country’s armed forces can “crush” aggressors, following air strikes on neighbouring Afghanistan. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 9:36 am

Mervyn Silva and Prasanna Ranaweera served indictments

The Gampaha High Court has formally served indictments on a group of defendants, including former Minister Mervyn Silva and former state minister Prasanna Ranaweera, in connection with an alleged land fraud case. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 4:47 pm

‘Podi Lassie’ taken to Galle Crimes Division for further investigations

Janith Madhusankha, alias “Podi Lassie” — a high-profile alleged drug trafficker wanted by police in connection with multiple homicides — who was arrested in India and brought back to Sri Lanka early this morning (27), has been handed over to the Galle District Crimes Division for further investigation. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 11:36 am

Pakistan strikes Kabul hours after Afghanistan attack on border troops

Pakistan carried out airstrikes in Kabul and two other Afghan provinces early Friday, Afghanistan’s government spokesperson said, hours after Afghanistan launched a cross-border attack on Pakistan in the latest escalation of violence between the volatile neighbours that made a Qatar-mediated ceasefire appear increasingly shaky. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 7:07 am

Sri Lanka welcomes increased investments and tourists from India - PM Harini

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that as Sri Lanka moves towards sustainable growth, the country welcomes investors and tourists who contribute to strengthening economic and cultural ties. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 12:16 pm

Poland plans social-media ban for children under 15 – reports

Poland plans to introduce new legislation to ban social media for children under 15 years of age and will hold platforms responsible for age verification, Education Minister Barbara Nowacka told Bloomberg News in an interview published on Friday. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 12:20 pm

President attends almsgiving ceremony in memory of cyclone victims in Nelummala Village

A three-month memorial almsgiving ceremony was held today (27) at Pamunupura, Batamulla, in remembrance of those who lost their lives due to the landslide that affected over five kilometres in Nelummala village, Minipe Divisional Secretariat Division in the Kandy District. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 7:19 pm

Over 130 Afghan Taliban fighters killed in response to border attacks: Pakistan

Pakistan launched a retaliatory operation in response to the alleged border attacks by the Afghan Taliban, saying it has killed over 130 Taliban fighters. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 2:49 pm

Blackpink’s ‘Deadline’ comeback breaks YouTube records

Group Blackpink will make a comeback on the 27th at 2 p.m. with their third mini album “Deadline.” Global music fans’ attention is focused on their first full-group album in 3 years and 5 months, which will conclude their large-scale world tour that began last year. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 3:08 pm

‘Podi Lassie’ to be handed over to Galle Crimes Division

Arumahandi Janith Madhusankha de Silva, alias “Podi Lassie” — a high-profile alleged drug trafficker wanted by police in connection with multiple homicides — was escorted from the Bandaranaike International Airport following his arrival on the island early this morning (27). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 10:05 am

Indian actor-politician Vijay’s wife files for divorce, alleges infidelity

Sankgeetha Vijay, wife of actor-politician and TVK founder Joseph Vijay Chandrasekar has petitioned a court near here seeking divorce. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 27, 2026 9:18 pm

Australian tourist drowns off Weligama coast

An Australian national drowned while swimming off the coast of Pelena in Weligama yesterday (25), police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 26, 2026 9:45 am

Police launch special security plan as O/L exam concludes

A special security plan has been launched by Sri Lanka Police to prevent possible unruly incidents among students following the completion of the 2025 G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) examination. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 26, 2026 6:25 am

Customs officers continue trade union action over unresolved issues

The black armband protest launched by customs trade unions will continue today (26) as well, the Customs Trade Union Alliance said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 26, 2026 9:19 am

Government spending lifts global debt to a record $348 trillion in 2025, says IIF

Global debt climbed to a record $348 trillion at the end of 2025, after nearly $29 trillion was added over the year in the fastest yearly build-up since the pandemic surge, a banking trade group reported on Wednesday. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 26, 2026 7:37 am

Fire breaks out at Kerawalapitiya garbage dumping yard

A fire has broken out at the Kerawalapitiya garbage dumping yard near the highway entrance. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 26, 2026 9:12 am

IMF urges US to work with partners to ease trade restrictions

The IMF on Wednesday called on the United States to work with trading partners and find ways to mutually ease trade curbs, as it issued a review of the US economy. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 26, 2026 5:55 am

Colombo residential land prices rise by 12.4% in second half of 2025

Residential land prices in the Colombo District have risen by 12.4 per cent in the second half of 2025, from a year ago, followed by commercial land prices by 11.3 per cent, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 26, 2026 6:54 am

Showers expected in several areas after 2pm today

Showers or thundershowers are likely at a few places in the Southern province and in the Ratnapura and Monaragala districts after 2.00 p.m. today (26), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 26, 2026 5:40 am

Dy Minister holds talks to expand foreign employment pathways for Sri Lankans in South Korea

Bilateral discussions have been held between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arun Hemachandra and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, Eui-hae Cecilia Chung at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Korea in Seoul. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 26, 2026 9:27 am

Four shot dead on US-registered speedboat by border guards, Cuba says

Four people who entered Cuban waters on a US-registered speedboat have been shot dead by border guards, Cuba’s government said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 26, 2026 8:42 am

Hong Kong court overturns China critic Jimmy Lai’s fraud conviction in rare legal victory

Pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai’s fraud conviction and prison sentence were overturned by a Hong Kong court on Thursday, in a surprise legal decision that comes soon after Lai was jailed for 20 years on a separate national security charge. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 26, 2026 10:17 am

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