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Two arrested with over 550kg of cannabis in Udawalawa

Two arrested with over 550kg of cannabis in Udawalawa

Two individuals have been arrested for the possession of cannabis in the area of Udawalawa National Park. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  11:01 am
Body found in canal in Matugama

Body found in canal in Matugama

A body has been discovered in a canal at the Delgas Junction along the Matugama– Agalawatta road, police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  11:08 am
Police Constable remanded over assault on fellow officer in Hatton

Police Constable remanded over assault on fellow officer in Hatton

A Police Constable, who was arrested over the assault of another officer with a sharp object in Bogawantalawa, Hatton, has been remanded. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  11:21 am
Japan’s governing party projected to win snap election majority

Japan’s governing party projected to win snap election majority

Voting has ended in Japan’s snap election called by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, with exit polls pointing to a decisive win for her Liberal Democrat Party (LDP).

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  4:59 pm
22-hour water cut in several areas in Kandy District today

22-hour water cut in several areas in Kandy District today

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) have announced that a 22-hour water cut will be implemented in several areas within the Kandy District today (08). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  7:15 am
Ratnapura records 34.7°C as maximum temperature today

Ratnapura records 34.7°C as maximum temperature today

The Ratnapura Weather Station recorded a maximum temperature of 34.7 °C today (08), according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  8:36 pm
Consumers spending over Rs. 10,000 at Co-operatives to receive free life insurance

Consumers spending over Rs. 10,000 at Co-operatives to receive free life insurance

The Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development, Wasantha Samarasinghe, announced that steps will be taken to provide free life insurance coverage to consumers who spend over Rs. 10,000 within a month at cooperative sales outlets. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  8:20 am
Opposition alleges financial irregularities involving NPP councilors of Gampaha PS

Opposition alleges financial irregularities involving NPP councilors of Gampaha PS

A group of members of the opposition of the Gampaha Pradeshiya Sabha has alleged that three councilors who were elected representing the National People’s Power (NPP) have committed financial fraud by carrying out government contracts in their own names. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  12:26 pm
59% increase in medical assistance applications to President’s Fund

59% increase in medical assistance applications to President’s Fund

The digitalizing and decentralizing the President’s Fund through Divisional Secretariat offices has led to a 59% increase in medical assistance applications within one year, according to the President’s Media Division. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  1:13 pm
Italian police fire tear gas as protesters clash near Winter Olympics hockey venue

Italian police fire tear gas as protesters clash near Winter Olympics hockey venue

Italian police fired tear gas and a water cannon at dozens of protesters who threw firecrackers and tried to access a highway near a Winter Olympics venue on Saturday. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  12:06 pm
Fresh heavy rain warning issued in UK amid hundreds of flood alerts

Fresh heavy rain warning issued in UK amid hundreds of flood alerts

The UK Met Office has issued a fresh weather warning for heavy rain, with more than 200 flood alerts still in place. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  6:40 pm
Prevailing showery condition expected to reduce temporarily from today

Prevailing showery condition expected to reduce temporarily from today

The prevailing showery condition over the island is expected to be temporarily reduced from today (08) to 11 February, 2026, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  6:36 am
Belgium-manufactured revolver recovered during special operation in Dungalpitiya

Belgium-manufactured revolver recovered during special operation in Dungalpitiya

A Belgium-manufactured revolver has been recovered during a special operation conducted in Dungalpitiya, Negombo. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  3:48 pm
Postal charges to increase from tomorrow

Postal charges to increase from tomorrow

The Department of Posts has decided to increase postal charges with effect from tomorrow (09). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  7:33 am
King Charles to host Nigeria’s first UK state visit in 37 years

King Charles to host Nigeria’s first UK state visit in 37 years

King Charles III and Queen Camilla will host Nigeria’s president in the country’s first state visit to the UK in 37 years, Buckingham Palace has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  10:32 am
Three killed in Amithirigala car–motorcycle collision

Three killed in Amithirigala car–motorcycle collision

A fatal road accident has been reported in Amithirigala, Thalduwa when a car collided with a motorcycle, this afternoon (8), police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  5:23 pm
Use of jawbreaker results in the death of another wild elephant

Use of jawbreaker results in the death of another wild elephant

A wild elephant has died after consuming a jawbreaker also known as ‘hakka patas’ in Morawewa, Trincomalee. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  4:19 pm
Fire breaks out in a shop at Dewata Junction in Galle

Fire breaks out in a shop at Dewata Junction in Galle

A fire has broken out at a scrap metal collection shop at the Dewata Junction in Galle. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  2:08 pm
Exposition of sacred Devnimori relics continues for fourth day

Exposition of sacred Devnimori relics continues for fourth day

The exposition of the sacred Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha, brought from India, continues for the fourth consecutive day today (08) at the Gangaramaya Temple in Hunupitiya, Colombo. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  9:05 am
Over 36,000 individuals subjected to inspection during special police operation

Over 36,000 individuals subjected to inspection during special police operation

A total of 526 individuals have been arrested on suspicion of being involved in criminal activities and also over illicit liquor and drug-related offenses during a special island-wide operation conducted yesterday (07). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  11:37 am
Christchurch mosque terrorist’s Court of Appeal hearing to begin

Christchurch mosque terrorist’s Court of Appeal hearing to begin

The 35-year-old Australian, who killed 51 people during the March 15, 2019, attacks, is applying for leave to appeal his conviction and sentence. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  1:48 pm
Cabinet to review National Electricity Policy and Tariff Policy as CEB restructuring nears completion

Cabinet to review National Electricity Policy and Tariff Policy as CEB restructuring nears completion

A Cabinet paper is expected to be presented tomorrow (09) on the National Electricity Policy and National Electricity Tariff Policy, marking the final phase of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) restructuring. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  1:58 pm
UN Humanitarian Priorities Plan receives US$ 22 million to support those affected by Cyclone Ditwah

UN Humanitarian Priorities Plan receives US$ 22 million to support those affected by Cyclone Ditwah

The Sri Lanka Humanitarian Priorities Plan (HPP) launched by the United Nations Office in Colombo in December 2025 to support those affected by Cyclone Ditwah has received a total of US$ 22.4 million thus far. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  2:45 pm
Brad Arnold, lead singer of Grammy-nominated rock band 3 Doors Down, dies at 47

Brad Arnold, lead singer of Grammy-nominated rock band 3 Doors Down, dies at 47

Brad Arnold, the lead singer of the Grammy-nominated rock band 3 Doors Down, died Saturday, months after he announced that he had been diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney cancer. He was 47. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  11:21 am
Fishermen continue ‘Satyagraha’ for fourth day over seine fishing ban

Fishermen continue ‘Satyagraha’ for fourth day over seine fishing ban

The Satyagraha campaign launched by a group of fishermen demanding the lifting of the ban on the use of tractor-mounted winches for Madel (seine nets) fishing activities continues for the fourth consecutive day today (08). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  7:24 am
Sri Lankan man charged with harassment in Canada for creepy public filming of women

Sri Lankan man charged with harassment in Canada for creepy public filming of women

Toronto police have arrested a Sri Lankan influencer, charging him with four counts of criminal harassment following a series of incidents involving the non-consensual filming of strangers. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  10:43 pm
Doctor arrested after raid at abortion clinic in Beruwala

Doctor arrested after raid at abortion clinic in Beruwala

A doctor has been arrested during a raid conducted at an abortion clinic operating in Beruwala, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  5:52 pm
Failed shooting attempt targeting SJB candidate in Kalutara

Failed shooting attempt targeting SJB candidate in Kalutara

A failed shooting attempt has been reported targeting a candidate who represented the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) in the Kalutara Municipal Council elections, police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  8:36 am
Bribery Commission to probe complaint filed by Chaminda Kularatne

Bribery Commission to probe complaint filed by Chaminda Kularatne

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has decided to probe a complaint filed by suspended Deputy Secretary General of Parliament Chaminda Kularatne against the Speaker of House, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  3:13 pm
Data on impact of Cyclone Ditwah to Sri Lanka deliberated by high-level committee

Data on impact of Cyclone Ditwah to Sri Lanka deliberated by high-level committee

Preliminary Post Disaster Needs Assessment data obtained on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah, which caused widespread damage to lives, livelihoods, infrastructure and essential services across several parts of the country have been deliberated by a high-level committee, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  11:09 am
India’s Modi visits Malaysia to boost trade, security ties

India’s Modi visits Malaysia to boost trade, security ties

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday, as the two countries look to bolster trade and explore potential collaborations in semiconductors, defence and other fields. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  7:23 am
Japan votes in test for PM Takaichi as snow weighs on turnout

Japan votes in test for PM Takaichi as snow weighs on turnout

Japanese voters were casting ballots on Sunday in an election expected to hand Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi a resounding win, although record snowfall in parts of the country could keep many voters at home. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  6:44 am
Kite flying festival returns to Pakistan’s Lahore after 19-year ban

Kite flying festival returns to Pakistan’s Lahore after 19-year ban

A burst of color lit up Lahore’s night sky overnight as Pakistan’s cultural capital relaunched the Basant kite-flying festival after nearly two decades. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  5:16 pm
Indian refiners avoid procuring Russian oil in push for US trade deal

Indian refiners avoid procuring Russian oil in push for US trade deal

Indian refiners are avoiding Russian oil purchases for delivery in April and are expected to stay away from such trades for longer, refining and trade sources said, a move that could help New Delhi seal a trade pact with Washington. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  12:53 pm
Printing of vehicle number plates to resume within next three months – DMT

Printing of vehicle number plates to resume within next three months – DMT

Plans are underway to commence printing permanent vehicle number plates within the next three months, the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  1:31 pm
Over 4,000 child abuse cases filed in high courts across Sri Lanka

Over 4,000 child abuse cases filed in high courts across Sri Lanka

More than 4,000 child abuse cases have been filed in high courts across the country, the National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) has stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 8, 2026  7:05 pm
2026 Men’s T20 World Cup gets underway in Colombo today

2026 Men’s T20 World Cup gets underway in Colombo today

The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is scheduled to get underway in Colombo today (07). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  6:49 am
Showers above 50mm expected in parts of the island today

Showers above 50mm expected in parts of the island today

Showers will occur at times in the Uva Province and in Matale, Nuwara-Eliya, Ampara and Batticaloa districts today (07), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  6:35 am
Trump signs executive order announcing removal of 25% penalty tariff on India for buying Russian oil

Trump signs executive order announcing removal of 25% penalty tariff on India for buying Russian oil

United States President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday (local time), announcing that he will remove 25% tariff on India. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  8:55 am
Over 400 drunk drivers arrested in daily police operations - Police

Over 400 drunk drivers arrested in daily police operations - Police

Sri Lanka Police has stated that a total of 27,430 individuals were inspected yesterday (06) as part of the daily search operations carried out across the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  12:18 pm
Parliamentary Pensions Repeal Bill to be debated and passed on Feb 17

Parliamentary Pensions Repeal Bill to be debated and passed on Feb 17

The Leader of the House, Minister Bimal Rathnayake, announced that the Parliamentary Business Committee has decided to take up the Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) Bill for debate on 17 February and pass it on the same day. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  10:50 am
Sri Lanka’s remittances exceed USD 750 mln in January

Sri Lanka’s remittances exceed USD 750 mln in January

Sri Lanka has received USD 751.1 million in workers’ remittances in January 2026, according to the latest figures released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  11:55 am
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals exceed 317,000 so far this year

Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals exceed 317,000 so far this year

The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) reported that foreign tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka during the period elapsed in 2026 have exceeded 317,000. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  2:00 pm
Fishermen continue ‘Satyagraha’ for third day over seine fishing ban

Fishermen continue ‘Satyagraha’ for third day over seine fishing ban

The Satyagraha campaign launched by a group of fishermen demanding the lifting of the ban on the use of tractor-mounted winches for Madel (seine nets) fishing activities continued for the third consecutive day today. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  10:19 am
YouTube’s $60bn revenue revealed amid paid subscriber push

YouTube’s $60bn revenue revealed amid paid subscriber push

Google has revealed YouTube brought in more than $60bn (£44bn) in revenue in 2025 as the firm targets getting more subscribers. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  7:49 am
103 children have lost one or both parents due to cyclone Ditwah – Minister

103 children have lost one or both parents due to cyclone Ditwah – Minister

Minister of Women and Child Affairs, Saroja Savithri Paulraj, stated that 103 children in Sri Lanka have lost a mother, father, or both parents due to the Cyclone Ditwah situation. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  12:17 pm
Three Swedish-made rocket launchers found buried in Batticaloa

Three Swedish-made rocket launchers found buried in Batticaloa

Three Swedish-made rocket launchers, believed to have been carefully buried underground by the LTTE during the war, has been discovered by security forces in the Kudumbimalai area of Batticaloa. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  1:52 pm
Two women arrested at BIA over attempt to smuggle in 436 Anthurium plants

Two women arrested at BIA over attempt to smuggle in 436 Anthurium plants

Two Sri Lankan women were arrested in the early hours of this morning (07) for attempting to illegally smuggle a consignment of Anthurium plants valued at around Rs. 1 million into the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  8:48 am
Trump signs executive order threatening tariffs for countries trading with Iran

Trump signs executive order threatening tariffs for countries trading with Iran

US President Donald Trump has said he could impose additional tariffs on countries that continue to trade with Iran, in an executive order signed on Friday. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  7:27 am
Minister Nalinda outlines education reform plan up to Grade 9

Minister Nalinda outlines education reform plan up to Grade 9

Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, has stated that the government’s education reforms will be implemented through five broad pillars, with reforms for other grades scheduled to be introduced over the next three years. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 7, 2026  2:02 pm