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Sufficient stocks of LP gas secured; no need for panic buying - Litro
Sufficient stocks of LP gas secured; no need for panic buying - Litro
Litro Gas Lanka Limited has issued a special statement is to address recent concerns regarding a temporary shortage of LP gas cylinders in the market, and to assure the public that sufficient stocks have been secured and that there is no need for panic buying. MORE..
South Korea court convicts ex-President Yoon for insurrection in martial law case
South Korea court convicts ex-President Yoon for insurrection in martial law case
A South Korean court on Thursday found former President Yoon Suk Yeol guilty of leading an insurrection during his botched attempt to place the country under martial law in December 2024. MORE..
U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral Koehler to visit Sri Lanka
U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral Koehler to visit Sri Lanka
Admiral Steve “Web” Koehler, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka from February 19 to February 21, 2026. MORE..
Former CID Officer expresses regret over arrest of Nathasha Edirisooriya’s under ICCPR Act
Former CID Officer expresses regret over arrest of Nathasha Edirisooriya’s under ICCPR Act
A former Officer-in-Charge of the Computer Crimes Investigation Division of the Criminal Investigation Department today expressed regret before the Supreme Court over the arrest of comedian Nathasha Edirisooriya under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) Act, over allegations of insulting Buddhism. MORE..
Over 300 drunk drivers arrested in daily police operations
Over 300 drunk drivers arrested in daily police operations
A total of 29,608 individuals were inspected yesterday (18) as part of the daily search operations carried out across the country, police stated. MORE..
Bill Gates a no-show at India AI summit, event marred by organisational chaos
Bill Gates a no-show at India AI summit, event marred by organisational chaos
Bill Gates pulled out of India’s AI Impact Summit hours before his scheduled keynote address on Thursday, dealing another blow to a flagship event already marred by organisational lapses, a robot bungle and delegate complaints over traffic disruptions. MORE..
PM Harini reveals allowances and benefits of MPs
PM Harini reveals allowances and benefits of MPs
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya today revealed allowances and benefits provided to Members of Parliament at present. MORE..
| February 19, 2026 11:08 am
Heavy rains hit Batticaloa, several roads inundated
Heavy rains hit Batticaloa, several roads inundated
Heavy rains have been reported in the Batticaloa District in recent days affecting day-to-day activities of the residents. MORE..
Court sets date to hear Namal Rajapaksa’s case over ‘Krrish’ deal
Court sets date to hear Namal Rajapaksa’s case over ‘Krrish’ deal
The Colombo High Court has scheduled the hearing of the case filed against Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa in connection with the controversial ‘Krrish’ project deal on April 02, 2026. MORE..
Minimum electricity tariff will increase under new Electricity Policy: Champika Ranawaka
Minimum electricity tariff will increase under new Electricity Policy: Champika Ranawaka
The minimum electricity tariff will increase with the introduction of the new National Electricity Policy, former Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka stated. MORE..
UK Deputy PM David Lammy concludes official visit to Sri Lanka
UK Deputy PM David Lammy concludes official visit to Sri Lanka
The Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, David Lammy, has concluded his official visit to Sri Lanka yesterday (18). MORE..
Australia bans citizen trying to return from IS camp in Syria
Australia bans citizen trying to return from IS camp in Syria
Australia has barred a citizen linked to the Islamic State (IS) group from the country for up to two years. MORE..
Rs. 556 million worth of technical equipment handed over to police
Rs. 556 million worth of technical equipment handed over to police
A stock of essential technical equipment worth Rs. 556 million has been provided to the Police Department by the Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, Ananda Wijepala. MORE..
Special traffic plan near Premadasa stadium from noon
Special traffic plan near Premadasa stadium from noon
A special security program and traffic plan will be implemented by Sri Lanka Police in view of the Sri Lanka–Zimbabwe T20 World Cup encounter to be played at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo this afternoon. MORE..
Ukraine’s officials to boycott Paralympics over Russian flag decision
Ukraine’s officials to boycott Paralympics over Russian flag decision
Ukrainian officials will boycott the Paralympic Winter Games, Kyiv said on Wednesday, after the International Paralympic Committee allowed Russian athletes to compete under their national flag. MORE..
Five nabbed over expressway incident in Mattala remanded
Five nabbed over expressway incident in Mattala remanded
Five individuals arrested over attempting to enter the Southern Expressway from the Mattala Exit in a bus without seat belts and for obstructing police duties have been remanded by the Hambantota Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Defence Ministry reaffirms commitment to welfare of veterans
Defence Ministry reaffirms commitment to welfare of veterans
The Ministry of Defence has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the ensuring welfare of veterans during its Public Day program, held at the Ministry premises. MORE..
President Anura Kumara meets Indian PM Narendra Modi in New Delhi
President Anura Kumara meets Indian PM Narendra Modi in New Delhi
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi yesterday (19). MORE..
Fonseka urges President to pardon those sentenced to death over Amarakeerthi killing
Fonseka urges President to pardon those sentenced to death over Amarakeerthi killing
The former Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka has made a special request to the President to grant a pardon to the individuals who were sentenced to death over the killing of former Member of Parliament Amarakeerthi Athukorala and his security officer. MORE..
Do not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK in fresh attack on Chagos deal
Do not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK in fresh attack on Chagos deal
“Do not give away Diego Garcia,” US President Donald Trump has said as he criticised the UK’s plan to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius and lease back an important military base. MORE..
President to address ‘AI Impact Summit 2026’ in Delhi today
President to address ‘AI Impact Summit 2026’ in Delhi today
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to address the ‘AI Impact Summit 2026’ in Delhi today.
Fairly heavy rainfall above 75 mm expected in parts of the island today
Fairly heavy rainfall above 75 mm expected in parts of the island today
Showers will occur at times in the Uva, Central and Eastern provinces and in Polonnaruwa district today (19), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
Inaugural Sri Lanka-Belgium Political Consultations emphasise strengthening bilateral relations
Inaugural Sri Lanka-Belgium Political Consultations emphasise strengthening bilateral relations
The inaugural round of Sri Lanka-Belgium Political Consultations was successfully held in Brussels, marking an important milestone in the longstanding relationship between the two countries. MORE..
Chairperson of Lanka Sugar Company resigns citing friction with provincial politicians
Chairperson of Lanka Sugar Company resigns citing friction with provincial politicians
The Chairperson of Lanka Sugar Company (Pvt) Ltd, Sandamali Chandrasekera, has resigned from her post with immediate effect citing pressure from certain local politicians. MORE..
Five arrested for posting video insulting the President on social media
Five arrested for posting video insulting the President on social media
Five individuals have been arrested by Katana Police for allegedly directing verbal abuse towards President Anura Kumara Dissanayake near the Southern Expressway entry point in Mattala and subsequently posting the video on social media. MORE..