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Politics EU to take part in Trump s Board of Peace but not as member
The European Union will participate in the first meeting of President Donald Trump's Board of Peace this week, but officials confirmed on Monday (Feb 16) that…
Politics Iran s Revolutionary Guards begin military drills in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) started military exercises in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, February 16, according to state media. This…
Politics President Anura Kumara to leave for India tomorrow
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will travel to India tomorrow, February 17, to participate in the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. He received an…
Politics Massive fireworks store explosion in China kills eight ahead of Lunar New Year
An explosion at a fireworks shop in eastern China has resulted in the deaths of eight people, with two others sustaining minor burns. This tragic event took…
Politics Sri Lanka, Pakistan pledge deeper security collaboration
Sri Lanka and Pakistan have agreed to expand their cooperation between their interior ministries. They will focus on improving internal security,…
Politics Prabath Chandrakeerthi named President s Chief of Staff
Prabath Chandrakeerthi has been named the Chief of Staff for the President of Sri Lanka. The Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake,…
Politics Local nine
On Monday, February 16, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps started military exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, according to state media. This comes just…
Politics UK Deputy PM David Lammy to visit Sri Lanka tomorrow to strengthen bilateral ties
The Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, David Lammy, will arrive in Sri Lanka tomorrow, on the 17th. His visit aims to strengthen the partnership…
Politics Govt. announces minimum purchase prices for paddy
The government has announced the minimum prices for paddy that the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB) will pay to farmers. During a press conference at the Department…
Politics Cricket fans flew in 15 private jets to witness yesterday s India-Pakistan match in Colombo
Many cricket fans from around the world arrived in Sri Lanka on 15 private jets to watch the India -Pakistan T20 World Cup match that took place in Colombo on…
Politics IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva arrives in Sri Lanka
Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has just arrived in Sri Lanka on February 16, 2026. She will stay in the…
Politics UNP warns killing of lawyer threatens integrity of legal system
The United National Party (UNP) issued a statement regarding the murder of Attorney-at-Law Buddhika Mallawaarachchi and his wife on Friday, February 13, 2026.…
Politics Lawyers stage protest march over killing of lawyer and wife in Akuregoda
Today, a group of lawyers led by the President of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) held a protest march in response to the recent murder of a lawyer and…
Politics Police inspection in Tissamaharama- 23 school buses and 3 vans deemed unfit for road use
Police conducted an unexpected check on school buses and vans that transport students in Tissamaharama, according to officials. The Tissamaharama Police…
Politics Tamil Nadu CM urges PM Modi to solve citizenship issues of 89,000 Sri Lankan Tamils
With only two months left until the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Chief Minister MK Stalin has reached out to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asking for a fair…
Politics President Anura Kumara attends India-Pakistan World Cup game at Premadasa Stadium
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended the India -Pakistan T20 World Cup match at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo . He was joined by…
Politics 10-year tax concessions for strategic development projects in several sectors
The Sri Lankan government will offer tax breaks of up to 10 years for investments in key development projects in tourism, manufacturing, and agriculture.…
Politics Iran says potential energy, mining and aircraft deals on table in talks with US
Iran is working on a nuclear deal with the U.S. that could bring economic benefits for both countries, an Iranian diplomat said on Sunday, just days before the…
Politics State universities face 50% lecturer shortage; Crisis worsens at Rajarata University
The Students’ Union of the Faculty of Management at Rajarata University has reported a serious issue, stating that there is about a 50% shortage of lecturers…
Politics Former Minister Prof. Tissa Vitharana passes away
Veteran politician and former Minister Professor Tissa Vitharana has died at the age of 91, as confirmed by his family. He reportedly passed away this morning…
Politics Education transformation is essential to rebuild the country - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, who also serves as the Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education, emphasized the need for…
Politics Providing equal opportunities to all school children a key objective of govt - PM Harini
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized that the government aims to create strong human resources to bring about significant change in Sri Lanka. She…
Politics Bangladesh s BNP wins big in historic parliamentary election
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) achieved a significant victory in the parliamentary election held on Thursday, as reported by local TV stations on…
Politics Israel has joined Trump s Board of Peace, Netanyahu says
Israel has officially joined U.S. President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace,” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Wednesday. This declaration came…