General Sufficient stocks of LP gas secured; no need for panic buying - Litro
Litro Gas Lanka Limited has released a special announcement to calm fears about a short supply of LP gas cylinders in the market. They want to reassure…
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Politics South Korea s ex-President Yoon sentenced to life in prison for insurrection
A court in South Korea sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to life in prison on Thursday. He was found guilty of abusing his power and leading an…
Health Sharp rise in rabies cases linked to cats, health officials warn
Health officials in Sri Lanka have reported a troubling increase in rabies cases linked to cats. They are urging the public to be very careful, as statistics…
Politics Sri Lanka still lacking infrastructure to gain maximum benefit of AI technology- President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has pointed out that Sri Lanka still lacks the necessary infrastructure to fully benefit from artificial intelligence (AI)…
Business Canada revises express entry immigration rules, adds military roles
On Wednesday, Canada announced new immigration categories to attract skilled workers in various fields, including research, healthcare, and aviation, while…
Travel Foreign nationals driving without valid licenses to be prosecuted - Sri Lanka Police
Sri Lanka Police have issued a warning that foreign nationals driving without a valid license will face prosecution. This action aims to protect both tourists…
Politics Rs. 556 million worth of technical equipment handed over to police
The Police Department has received a significant amount of technical equipment valued at Rs. 556 million, as announced by Ananda Wijepala, the Minister of…
Politics PM Harini reveals allowances and benefits of MPs
Today, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya disclosed the allowances and benefits available to Members of Parliament. This information was shared in response…
Politics Public Security Minister hands over Rs. 556 million worth of technical equipment to police
The Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, Ananda Wijepala, has given the Police Department a significant amount of technical equipment valued…
Politics UK Deputy PM David Lammy concludes official visit to Sri Lanka
UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy wrapped up his official visit to Sri Lanka on the 18th. During his stay, he met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.…
Politics Fonseka urges President to pardon those sentenced to death over Amarakeerthi killing
Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka, the former Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, has asked the President to pardon those sentenced to death for the murder of former…
Politics Five arrested for posting video insulting the President on social media
Five people were taken into custody by the Katana Police for allegedly insulting President Anura Kumara Dissanayake near the entry point of the Southern…
Politics Chairperson of Lanka Sugar Company resigns citing friction with provincial politicians
Sandamali Chandrasekera has stepped down as Chairperson of Lanka Sugar Company (Pvt) Ltd, effective immediately, citing pressure from some local politicians.…
Business Inaugural Sri Lanka-Belgium Political Consultations emphasise strengthening bilateral relations
The first round of political talks between Sri Lanka and Belgium took place successfully in Brussels, marking a key moment in the long-standing ties between…
Politics Fishing licenses of local vessels deliberately disabling VMS to be suspended?
A meeting focused on fighting illegal fishing was held at the Parliament Complex, according to the Ministry of Defence. This meeting took place yesterday, on…
General Sri Lankan Muslims to begin Ramadan fasting tomorrow
Muslims in Sri Lanka will start their Ramadan fasting at dawn on Thursday, February 19, 2026. This follows the sighting of the crescent moon for Ramadan ,…
Crime Twelve killed in China s Hubei as firecracker store explosion triggers blaze
Twelve individuals lost their lives on Wednesday due to an explosion at a firecracker store in Hubei province, China, which caused a fire that spread across 50…
Politics Ex-Dy Secretary General of Parliament files writ petition seeking to nullify interdiction
Chaminda Kularatne, the former Deputy Secretary General of Parliament, has submitted a writ petition to the Court of Appeal. He is asking the court to cancel…
Weather Advisory for low-pressure area to the south-east of Sri Lanka
The Department of Meteorology has released an 'Amber' advisory for fishermen using multi-day boats and the naval community due to a low-pressure area located…
Politics Maithree Wickremesinghe notified to appear before FCID on Feb. 20
Maithree Wickremesinghe, the spouse of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, has been asked to appear before the Financial Crimes Investigation Division…
Politics Takaichi reelected as Japan s prime minister with a goal of pushing to the right
Sanae Takaichi has been reappointed as Japan's Prime Minister by Parliament on Wednesday, marking the formation of her second Cabinet. This follows a…
Crime Two brothers arrested over Akuregoda double murder remanded
Two brothers have been taken into custody for their involvement in the shooting deaths of a lawyer and his wife in Akuregoda. The Kaduwela Magistrate’s Court…
Politics US says it supports UK Chagos Islands deal
The US government has officially supported the UK 's intention to transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius while leasing an important military base back. In a…
Crime Akuregoda murder suspects deleted phone data after shooting – Police
Police have reported that the suspects detained for the double murder in Akuregoda deleted data from their mobile phones after the incident. The three suspects…