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Indonesia bans elephant rides nationwide after disturbing footage came to light
Indonesia bans elephant rides nationwide after disturbing footage came to light
Indonesia has officially banned elephant rides, bringing an end to the decades-long tourist activity that’s become synonymous with the tropical destination. MORE..
SC concludes hearing of FRs against appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as IGP
SC concludes hearing of FRs against appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as IGP
The Supreme Court today (12) concluded the hearing of the Fundamental Rights (FR) petitions filed challenging the appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as the Inspector General of Police (IGP) in 2024. MORE..
Three students injured after boundary wall collapse at Borella school
Three students injured after boundary wall collapse at Borella school
Three 16-year-old students have sustained injuries when a boundary wall of the C.W.W. Kannangara College in Borella collapsed earlier today (12), police stated. MORE..
| February 12, 2026 12:24 pm
Mamdani calls for 2% tax hike on wealthy New Yorkers
Mamdani calls for 2% tax hike on wealthy New Yorkers
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Wednesday has called for a two percent tax increase for New Yorkers making over a million dollars a year, along with a hike in the state’s corporate tax rate, proposals he originally championed during his campaign. MORE..
Issuance of passports and visas suspended due to system outage at Dept. of Immigration and Emigration
Issuance of passports and visas suspended due to system outage at Dept. of Immigration and Emigration
The issuance of passports and visas have been temporarily suspended due to a technical issue in the system of the Department of Immigration and Emigration, the Department has announced. MORE..
Bus drivers, conductors arrested while being under the influence of drugs in Piliyandala
Bus drivers, conductors arrested while being under the influence of drugs in Piliyandala
A total of seven drivers and conductors employed on private passenger buses have been arrested for operating while under the influence of drugs. MORE..
Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia reaffirm commitment to further enhancing defence cooperation
Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia reaffirm commitment to further enhancing defence cooperation
Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed commitment to further enhancing defence cooperation and strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries. MORE..
‘Karachi Declaration’ adopted during Sri Lankan Parliamentary delegation’s visit to Pakistan
‘Karachi Declaration’ adopted during Sri Lankan Parliamentary delegation’s visit to Pakistan
The ‘Karachi Declaration’ reaffirming shared commitment to democratic governance, parliamentary accountability, inclusivity, responsible innovation and sustainable peace...MORE..
Police warn of circulation of emails using name of CID Director
Police warn of circulation of emails using name of CID Director
It has come to the attention of the authorities that an individual or group is currently circulating a fraudulent email to the general public, falsely claiming to be from the Director of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Shani Abeysekara, the Police Media Division said in a statement. MORE..
JVP delegation discusses tourism, cultural ties with Kerala Chief Minister
JVP delegation discusses tourism, cultural ties with Kerala Chief Minister
The JVP delegation, led by its General Secretary Tilvin Silva, which is currently in India met Chief Minister of Kerala Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday to discuss measures to boost tourism and strengthen cultural ties. MORE..
24 deaths by drowning so far this year – Police
24 deaths by drowning so far this year – Police
A total of 24 individuals have died due to drowning incidents so far this year, police stated. MORE..
| February 12, 2026 8:58 am
Narcotics, firearm and forged number plates seized following interrogation of female suspect
Narcotics, firearm and forged number plates seized following interrogation of female suspect
A stock of narcotics, a firearm and several forged vehicle number plates have been uncovered by officers attached to the Mount Lavinia Police based on information revealed during the interrogation of a detained female suspect. MORE..
Worker injured in fire at fireworks workshop in Andiambalama
Worker injured in fire at fireworks workshop in Andiambalama
A 35-year-old worker has been hospitalized following a fire that broke out at a fireworks workshop in Andiambalama, Katunayake. MORE..
US House votes to rescind Trump tariffs on Canada
US House votes to rescind Trump tariffs on Canada
US House lawmakers voted on Wednesday (Feb 12) to reject Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods, sweeping aside the president’s last-gasp threat of election consequences for Republicans to deliver a rare rebuke on his signature economic policy. MORE..
Sri Lanka Navy earns US$ 600,000 in four months from merchant vessel security operations
Sri Lanka Navy earns US$ 600,000 in four months from merchant vessel security operations
The Sri Lanka Navy has generated nearly US$ 600,000 in foreign exchange within four months by providing security services to international merchant vessels. MORE..
Sri Lanka extend condolences over mass shooting in Canada
Sri Lanka extend condolences over mass shooting in Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Vijitha Herath has extended his condolences to the Government and people of Canada over the mass shooting that occurred yesterday in British Columbia. MORE..
WhatsApp says Russia tried to fully block service to push state app
WhatsApp says Russia tried to fully block service to push state app
Russia has attempted to “fully block” Meta-owned WhatsApp in the country, a company spokesperson told Reuters on Wednesday, as it promotes home-grown platforms and seeks greater control over its internet space. MORE..
Sectoral Oversight Committee approves bill to abolish pensions for MPs
Sectoral Oversight Committee approves bill to abolish pensions for MPs
The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Governance, Justice and Civil Protection has approved the Bill seeking to abolish pension benefits for Members of Parliament. MORE..
Police identify 18-year-old as suspect in Canada mass shooting
Police identify 18-year-old as suspect in Canada mass shooting
An 18-year-old has been named as the suspect in a shooting that killed eight people and injured dozens more in British Columbia, Canada. MORE..
Monthly drug review meetings proposed to ensure continuous medicine supply in hospitals
Monthly drug review meetings proposed to ensure continuous medicine supply in hospitals
Deputy Minister of Health Dr. Hansaka Wijemuni has proposed the conduct of monthly drug review meetings in every hospital to ensure an uninterrupted supply of medicines. MORE..
Bangladesh votes in landmark election after Gen Z revolution
Bangladesh votes in landmark election after Gen Z revolution
Bangladesh heads to the polls on Thursday, marking a return to democracy after the 2024 ouster of long‑time premier Sheikh Hasina in a Gen Z‑driven uprising, in an election seen as pivotal for the country’s stability. MORE..
Sri Lanka, EU to hold Joint Commission meeting today
Sri Lanka, EU to hold Joint Commission meeting today
Sri Lanka and the European Union (EU) will hold the 27th Session of the EU-Sri Lanka Joint Commission in Colombo today (12). MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50mm likely in some areas today
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50mm likely in some areas today
Showers will occur at times in the Central, Uva, Eastern and North-central provinces and in the Hambantota district today (12), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
Standing up for Buddhism and Maha Sangha is not racism – Namal
Standing up for Buddhism and Maha Sangha is not racism – Namal
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organizer and Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa stated that standing up for Buddhism, the Buddha Sasana, and the Maha Sangha is not racism. MORE..
Gunman apprehended in southern Thailand after holding students and teachers hostage in school
Gunman apprehended in southern Thailand after holding students and teachers hostage in school
A hostage situation and a shooting were reported Wednesday inside a school in southern Thailand, authorities said. The situation was resolved after a few hours, with the gunman apprehended, police said. MORE..