UK Deputy PM David Lammy to visit Sri Lanka tomorrow to strengthen bilateral ties

2026-02-16   |   Politics

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 partner...

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Wild New Zealand storm disrupts transport, leaves thousands without power

2026-02-16   |   General

Severe rain and strong winds caused major disruptions to flights, trains, and ferries in New Zealand's North Island on Monday, leading to road closure...

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Govt. announces minimum purchase prices for paddy

2026-02-16   |   Politics

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 D...

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Over 800 prisoners currently on death row in Sri Lanka - Ministry

2026-02-16   |   General

The Ministry of Justice and National Integration has reported that there are 817 people on death row in Sri Lanka's prisons. As of September 30, 2025,...

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Cricket fans flew in 15 private jets to witness yesterday s India-Pakistan match in Colombo

2026-02-16   |   Politics

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 Col...

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Two brothers arrested in Kottawa in relation to Akuregoda murders

2026-02-16   |   General

Authorities in Kottawa have detained two brothers for their suspected involvement in the murders of a lawyer and his wife in Akuregoda, Thalangama, la...

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IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva arrives in Sri Lanka

2026-02-16   |   Politics

Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has just arrived in Sri Lanka on February 16, 2026. She will sta...

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Asgiri Anu Nayake Thero calls for calm amid criticism of Buddhist clergy

2026-02-16   |   General

The Anunayake of the Asgiri Chapter, Most Venerable Narampanawa Ananda Thero, urged members of the Buddhist clergy to remain calm in response to certa...

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25 Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lanka Navy

2026-02-16   |   General

The Sri Lankan Navy has detained 25 Indian fishermen for allegedly fishing in Sri Lankan waters in the Palk Strait early this morning, October 16. The...

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Modi to visit Israel soon for key talks with Netanyahu

2026-02-16   |   Business

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Israel later this month to strengthen the relationship between the two nations, particularly in defense, ...

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UNP warns killing of lawyer threatens integrity of legal system

2026-02-16   |   Politics

The United National Party (UNP) issued a statement regarding the murder of Attorney-at-Law Buddhika Mallawaarachchi and his wife on Friday, February 1...

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Lawyers stage protest march over killing of lawyer and wife in Akuregoda

2026-02-16   |   Politics

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 l...

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Police inspection in Tissamaharama- 23 school buses and 3 vans deemed unfit for road use

2026-02-16   |   Politics

Police conducted an unexpected check on school buses and vans that transport students in Tissamaharama, according to officials. The Tissamaharama Poli...

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Leaders gather for New Delhi AI summit as warnings grow over societal risks

2026-02-16   |   Business

A global summit on artificial intelligence is starting in New Delhi on Monday, focusing on major issues such as job loss and child safety. However, so...

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Tamil Nadu CM urges PM Modi to solve citizenship issues of 89,000 Sri Lankan Tamils

2026-02-16   |   Politics

With only two months left until the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Chief Minister MK Stalin has reached out to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asking fo...

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Train services on Colombo–Puttalam line resume following cyclone Ditwah disruptions

2026-02-16   |   General

Train services on the Colombo–Puttalam railway line have restarted this morning, December 16, after being halted due to damage from Cyclone Ditwah. ...

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President Anura Kumara attends India-Pakistan World Cup game at Premadasa Stadium

2026-02-16   |   Politics

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo. He was joined ...

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China confirms visa-free travel for UK and Canadian nationals

2026-02-16   |   Business

Starting from 17 February, nationals from the UK and Canada will be allowed to enter mainland China for up to 30 days without needing a visa. The Chin...

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10-year tax concessions for strategic development projects in several sectors

2026-02-16   |   Politics

The Sri Lankan government will offer tax breaks of up to 10 years for investments in key development projects in tourism, manufacturing, and agricultu...

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T20 World Cup- India thrash Pakistan by 61 runs at RPS

2026-02-16   |   General

India dominated Pakistan in their much-anticipated T20 World Cup clash held in Colombo, winning by 61 runs and securing their spot in the Super 8s. Af...

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Iran says potential energy, mining and aircraft deals on table in talks with US

2026-02-16   |   Politics

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 b...

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2025 O'L examination to begin tomorrow at over 3,500 centres

2026-02-16   |   General

The 2025 G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) Examination is set to start tomorrow, February 17. The Department of Examinations reports that 451,463 students w...

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State universities face 50% lecturer shortage; Crisis worsens at Rajarata University

2026-02-16   |   Politics

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 ...

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Three including woman arrested at BIA with over 16 kg of Kush

2026-02-16   |   Business

Three people, including a woman, were arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) by the Airport Police Narcotics Division in Wellampitiya fo...

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Parcel containing live ammunition, SIM cards recovered in Wattala

2026-02-16   |   General

Police in Wattala have seized a parcel that contained live ammunition. This incident occurred in the Gaala Junction area during an operation that foll...

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