General Apartment building fire in Spain s Catalonia kills 5 youths
A fire in an apartment building in Catalonia, Spain, has resulted in the deaths of five individuals, with four others sustaining minor injuries, according to…
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Crime Two brothers arrested over Akuregoda double murder to be produced before court
Two brothers have been taken into custody in connection with the shooting deaths of a lawyer and his wife in Akuregoda. They are set to appear in Kaduwela…
Crime Court grants permission to detain and question two brothers arrested over Akuregoda double murder
The Kaduwela Magistrate’s Court has allowed the police to hold and question two brothers who were arrested in relation to the double murder in Akuregoda until…
Crime Man attacked to death in Kopay; Two suspects arrested
A 59-year-old man was killed with a mammoty in the Alliyawatta area of Kopay. Police have identified the victim as a resident of Central Kopay. Initial…
Crime 3 killed, including suspect, in shooting at hockey rink in Rhode Island- police
Three individuals, including the shooter, died in a shooting at a youth hockey game in Rhode Island on Monday, according to officials. Pawtucket Police Chief…
Politics SC rules no formal determination needed on “Protection of Occupants” and “Rent Repeal” bills
The Supreme Court has ruled that it is not necessary to make a formal decision on the “Protection of Occupants” and “Rent Repeal” bills. This information was…
Business Harsha urges IMF to support governance alongside financial assistance
MP Dr. Harsha de Silva, who chairs the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF), warmly welcomed IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva during her recent visit…
Weather Night Mail train derails after colliding with elephant
The No. 943 Night Mail train, which was on its way from Colombo to Trincomalee, derailed early this morning (17) close to the 151st milepost in Kitulutuwa…
Politics Trump says he will be involved indirectly in Iran talks
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he would take an "indirect" role in the important discussions between Iran and the U.S. regarding Tehran's…
Crime Two suspects arrested with Ice and heroin in Wellampitiya and Mattakkuliya
Police have arrested a suspect in the Kotuwila area of Wellampitiya for having 50 grams and 960 milligrams of Crystal Methamphetamine, also known as ‘Ice.’…
Education 2025 O'L examination to commence today
The 2025 G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) Examination begins today, February 17. The Department of Examinations has announced that 451,463 students will take the…
Politics UK Deputy PM David Lammy to arrive in Sri Lanka today
David Lammy, the Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, is set to arrive in Sri Lanka today, October 17. His visit aims to strengthen the partnership…
Business Debate on Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) Bill to be held today
The discussion on the second reading of the Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) Bill will take place today, February 17. It is set to run from 11:30 a.m. to 5:00…
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…
Travel February tourist arrivals surpass 150,000
In the first half of February, Sri Lanka welcomed 159,339 tourists, according to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA). The data indicates 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…
General Asgiri Anunayake Thero calls for calm amid criticism of Buddhist clergy
The Anunayake of the Asgiri Chapter, Most Venerable Narampanawa Ananda Thero, has urged Buddhist clergy to remain calm in response to criticisms from certain…
Weather Advisory for low pressure area in Bay of Bengal issued
The Department of Meteorology has reported a low-pressure area forming over the Bay of Bengal, located southeast of Sri Lanka. This system is approximately 930…
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,…
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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…