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Indonesia bans elephant rides nationwide after disturbing footage came to light

Indonesia has officially banned elephant rides, bringing an end to the decades-long tourist activity that’s become synonymous with the tropical destination. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 1:14 pm

Israel has joined Trump’s ‘Board of Peace,’ Netanyahu says

Israel has joined U.S. President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” initiative, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Wednesday during his visit to Washington where he met Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 3:46 pm

Govt. plans to introduce Lanka Metro Transit bus service – President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that Sri Lanka’s entire transport system must undergo a rapid transformation to create a more efficient, safe and technologically advanced transport system, thereby providing the public with a dignified and reliable service. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 10:30 pm

Sri Lanka Navy earns US$ 600,000 in four months from merchant vessel security operations

The Sri Lanka Navy has generated nearly US$ 600,000 in foreign exchange within four months by providing security services to international merchant vessels. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 7:52 am

24 deaths by drowning so far this year – Police

A total of 24 individuals have died due to drowning incidents so far this year, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 8:58 am

Police warn of circulation of emails using name of CID Director

It has come to the attention of the authorities that an individual or group is currently circulating a fraudulent email to the general public, falsely claiming to be from the Director of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Shani Abeysekara, the Police Media Division said in a statement. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 10:30 am

Fairly heavy rainfall above 50mm likely in some areas today

Showers will occur at times in the Central, Uva, Eastern and North-central provinces and in the Hambantota district today (12), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 5:36 am

Police identify 18-year-old as suspect in Canada mass shooting

An 18-year-old has been named as the suspect in a shooting that killed eight people and injured dozens more in British Columbia, Canada. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 6:39 am

Issuance of passports and visas suspended due to system outage at Immigration Dept.

The issuance of passports and visas have been temporarily suspended due to a technical issue in the system of the Department of Immigration and Emigration, the Department has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 12:01 pm

At least 21 dead after boat sinks on Sudan’s River Nile

At least 21 people have died after a passenger boat sank in River Nile state in northern Sudan, a medical group has told the BBC. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 6:10 pm

CBSL warns against foreign currency transactions between residents in Sri Lanka

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) says it has noticed certain instances where residents in Sri Lanka transact within the country in foreign currency, rather than in Sri Lanka Rupees. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 7:11 pm

Bodies covered in ice as Tangalle Hospital’s mortuary lacks space

The mortuary at the Tangalle Base Hospital is facing a severe space shortage, forcing hospital staff to place the bodies of deceased persons covered in ice on trolleys in the corridor outside the morgue. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 5:09 pm

Worker injured in fire at fireworks workshop in Andiambalama

A 35-year-old worker has been hospitalized following a fire that broke out at a fireworks workshop in Andiambalama, Katunayake. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 8:21 am

Bangladesh votes in landmark election after Gen Z revolution

Bangladesh heads to the polls on Thursday, marking a return to democracy after the 2024 ouster of long‑time premier Sheikh Hasina in a Gen Z‑driven uprising, in an election seen as pivotal for the country’s stability. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 5:38 am

Bus drivers, conductors arrested while being under the influence of drugs in Piliyandala

A total of seven drivers and conductors employed on private passenger buses have been arrested for operating while under the influence of drugs. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 12:00 pm

SC concludes hearing of FRs against appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as IGP

The Supreme Court today (12) concluded the hearing of the Fundamental Rights (FR) petitions filed challenging the appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as the Inspector General of Police (IGP) in 2024. MORE..

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

Providing equal opportunities to all school children a key objective of govt - PM Harini

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that in order to achieve the transformative change expected as a nation, it is essential to develop strong human resources, and that the Government’s priority is to provide children with a standard and quality education. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 9:40 pm

Monthly drug review meetings proposed to ensure continuous medicine supply in hospitals

Deputy Minister of Health Dr. Hansaka Wijemuni has proposed the conduct of monthly drug review meetings in every hospital to ensure an uninterrupted supply of medicines. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 6:09 am

Dawson’s Creek star James Van Der Beek dies aged 48

Actor James Van Der Beek, best known for his starring role in US teen drama Dawson’s Creek, has died aged 48 after being diagnosed with bowel cancer. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 6:26 am

Three students injured after boundary wall collapse at Borella school

Three 16-year-old students have sustained injuries when a boundary wall separating the C.W.W. Kannangara College in Borella and a Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) site collapsed earlier today (12), police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 12:24 pm

Sri Lanka Police issues guidelines for lost or stolen mobile phone

Sri Lanka Police has issued a public advisory highlighting the growing number of complaints related to lost, misplaced, and stolen mobile phones reported daily to police stations across the island. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 4:44 pm

WhatsApp says Russia tried to fully block service to push state app

Russia has attempted to “fully block” Meta-owned WhatsApp in the country, a company spokesperson told Reuters on Wednesday, as it promotes home-grown platforms and seeks greater control over its internet space. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 7:23 am

Kim Jong Un chooses teen daughter as heir, says Seoul

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has selected his daughter as his heir, South Korea’s spy agency told lawmakers on Thursday. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 7:51 pm

Police urge public cooperation to curb crime, drug trafficking and corruption

Sri Lanka Police say it is currently implementing a nationwide initiative aimed at completely eradicating the growing menace of drug trafficking across the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 8:27 pm

Sky to bring Disney+, Netflix, Hayu and HBO Max together under one subscription

Sky has announced “world first” plans to bring together several streaming platforms as part a single TV subscription. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 9:20 am

Hearing of ‘Sathosa’ case against ex-minister Johnston postponed to March

The Colombo High Court today (12) ordered that further hearing of the case filed against former Minister Johnston Fernando and two others be postponed until March 6, 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 3:47 pm

Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia reaffirm commitment to further enhancing defence cooperation

Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed commitment to further enhancing defence cooperation and strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 11:37 am

Sectoral Oversight Committee approves bill to abolish pensions for MPs

The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Governance, Justice and Civil Protection has approved the Bill seeking to abolish pension benefits for Members of Parliament. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 7:04 am

Mamdani calls for 2% tax hike on wealthy New Yorkers

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Wednesday has called for a two percent tax increase for New Yorkers making over a million dollars a year, along with a hike in the state’s corporate tax rate, proposals he originally championed during his campaign. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 12:19 pm

Zohara Buhary loses seat in Colombo Municipal Council

Zohara Buhary, who had faced disciplinary action from the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) for voting in favour of the CMC’s Budget proposal, has lost her seat in the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) after she was removed from the party. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 3:41 pm

‘Karachi Declaration’ adopted during Sri Lankan Parliamentary delegation’s visit to Pakistan

The ‘Karachi Declaration’ reaffirming shared commitment to democratic governance, parliamentary accountability, inclusivity, responsible innovation and sustainable peace...MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 11:10 am

US House votes to rescind Trump tariffs on Canada

US House lawmakers voted on Wednesday (Feb 12) to reject Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods, sweeping aside the president’s last-gasp threat of election consequences for Republicans to deliver a rare rebuke on his signature economic policy. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 8:00 am

Narcotics, firearm and forged number plates seized following interrogation of female suspect

A stock of narcotics, a firearm and several forged vehicle number plates have been uncovered by officers attached to the Mount Lavinia Police based on information revealed during the interrogation of a detained female suspect. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 8:41 am

Passport applicants requested not to visit Immigration Dept. offices tomorrow

The Ministry of Public Security has requested applicants for passports not to arrive at the Department of Immigration and Emigration’s head office in Battaramulla or any of its regional offices tomorrow (13), as the computer system breakdown has still not been restored. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 7:00 pm

Russia sends ‘hundreds’ of missiles, drones at Ukraine

Russia pounded Ukraine with drones and ballistic missiles overnight on Thursday, targeting energy systems and injuring at least seven people in the capital Kyiv, and the cities of Dnipro and Odesa, officials said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 2:19 pm

Sri Lanka extend condolences over mass shooting in Canada

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Vijitha Herath has extended his condolences to the Government and people of Canada over the mass shooting that occurred yesterday in British Columbia. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 7:34 am

ADB re-affirms long-term support for Sri Lanka in meeting with President

The newly appointed Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for Sri Lanka, Ms Shannon Cowlin, paid a courtesy call on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon (12), reaffirming the ADB’s continued commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s development priorities. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 7:19 pm

JVP delegation discusses tourism, cultural ties with Kerala Chief Minister

The JVP delegation, led by its General Secretary Tilvin Silva, which is currently in India met Chief Minister of Kerala Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday to discuss measures to boost tourism and strengthen cultural ties. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 9:21 am

Sri Lanka, EU to hold Joint Commission meeting today

Sri Lanka and the European Union (EU) will hold the 27th Session of the EU-Sri Lanka Joint Commission in Colombo today (12). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 12, 2026 5:37 am

President to visit Nuwara Eliya today to inaugurate several projects

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to visit Nuwara Eliya today (11) to inaugurate the Central Province programme of the “A Nation United” national campaign. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 11, 2026 7:10 am

Colombo- Ahmedabad direct flights to commence in April

Plans are underway to launch direct flights between Colombo and Ahmedabad, India. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 11, 2026 7:44 am

Zonal Education Director and Teacher Instructor arrested by Bribery Commission

A Zonal Director of Education and a Teacher Instructor attached to the Dehiattakandiya Zonal Education Office have been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption.

(0)Comments | February 11, 2026 5:37 am

Verdict in ex-MP Amarakeerthi Athukorala’s murder case to be delivered today

The verdict in the case pertaining to the murder of former Member of Parliament Amarakeerthi Athukorala is scheduled to be delivered today. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 11, 2026 7:19 am

Discussions held to streamline domestic civil air operations

The Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), chaired a stakeholder meeting at the Ministry of Defence, to discuss matters affecting the domestic airline operations. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 11, 2026 6:49 am

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..

(0)Comments | February 11, 2026 7:50 am

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