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Over 950 arrested in island-wide anti-drug raids

A total of 958 individuals were arrested yesterday (22) during raids conducted under the “Nation United – National Drive” campaign aimed at eradicating narcotics from the country, police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 3:21 pm

Strong quake hits off Malaysia’s Sabah

A strong 7.1-magnitude quake struck early on Monday (Feb 23) off Malaysia’s Sabah state on Borneo island, US seismologists said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 6:45 am

Amarakeerthi Athukorala Murder Case: Relatives of those found guilty to appeal against verdict

The relatives of those found guilty in the murder case of late Polonnaruwa District Member of Parliament Amarakeerthi Athukorala and his security officer have stated that they will file an appeal challenging the recent verdict delivered by the Gampaha High Court trial-at-bar. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 1:37 pm

Four arrested in Hikkaduwa over assault on prison officer and series of thefts

Four individuals have been arrested in connection with a series of thefts, including the brutal assault of a prison officer using a sharp weapon and the theft of a motorcycle in the Hikkaduwa area. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 11:38 am

Sajith urges govt to absorb underemployed and archaeology graduates to teaching service

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has requested that underemployed graduates and archaeology graduates be granted the opportunity to enter the teaching service. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 1:00 pm

Oxford Union cancels Namal Rajapaksa event after backlash

The Oxford Union has cancelled a planned speaking event with Sri Lankan MP Namal Rajapaksa following backlash from Tamil student groups and campaigners. The Cambridge Union cancelled Rajapaksa’s scheduled visit several days ago. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 11:38 am

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda confirm their wedding

Popular Indian actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda have officially confirmed their wedding, making their long-speculated relationship public after nearly eight years. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 8:51 am

Sri Lanka’s inflation dips to 2.4% in January 2026

The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), has decreased to 2.4% in January 2026, compared to 2.9% in December 2025, according to the latest data released by the Department of Census and Statistics. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 3:57 pm

Human rights are under assault, says UN Secretary General

Human rights are under assault worldwide, the United Nations chief warned on Monday, citing widespread abuses of international law and devastating civilian suffering in conflicts in Sudan, Gaza, and Ukraine. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 2:45 pm

Prevailing rainy conditions expected to reduce from today

The prevailing rainy conditions are expected to reduce from today (23) as the low-pressure area over the southwest Bay of Bengal moves away from the island, the Department of Meteorology Said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 6:35 am

One dead, another injured in motorcycle–car collision in Kalutara

A motorcyclist has been killed while the pillion rider sustained critical injuries following a collision between a car and a motorcycle in Nagashandiya, Kalutara. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 10:33 am

Man dies after wild elephant attack in Panama

An individual has died following a wild elephant attack near the Panama Wewa in Panama, Ampara, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 2:56 pm

25 Sri Lankan students land in Pakistan for medical studies

Twenty-five Sri Lankan students have landed in Pakistan to study MBBS in top medical universities through the Allama Iqbal Scholarships for Sri Lankan Students. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 11:53 am

Mexican drug lord killing sparks revenge attacks; cars and businesses set ablaze, highways blocked

Within hours of the killing of Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, better known as El Mencho, in a military raid on Sunday, gunmen suspected to be his supporters blocked highways across several states and set cars and businesses ablaze. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 7:52 am

‘One Battle After Another’ wins big at Britain’s BAFTA film awards

Dark comedy “One Battle After Another” was the big winner at Britain’s top movie awards on Sunday, picking up six BAFTAs including best film and best director for Paul Thomas Anderson. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 7:06 am

Postal Dept. aiming to achieve Rs. 15,000 mln revenue target this year – Minister

The Postal Department has the potential to easily generate an income of Rs. 15,000 million this year, Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 8:22 am

New York, other US states under state of emergency as snow falls amid blizzard warning

New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Massachusetts governors issued state of emergency orders and a halt to non-essential travel as a major storm was expected to bring up to 24 inches of snow and strong winds to the region. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 9:19 am

Akuregoda Double Murder: 10 arrested, gunman claims underworld figure ordered lawyer’s killing

Police have uncovered a series of new details in the high-profile double murder of a lawyer and his wife, who were shot and killed at a supermarket parking lot in Akuregoda on February 13. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 2:09 pm

EU says it will accept no increase in US tariffs after Supreme Court ruling: ‘a deal is a deal’

The European Commission demanded on Sunday that the United States stick to the terms of an EU-U.S. trade deal reached last year, after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump’s global tariffs and he responded with new levies across the board. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 8:23 am

Ryan Coogler breaks BAFTA record as first Black winner of Best Original Screenplay for ‘Sinners’

Ryan Coogler has made history at the BAFTA Awards with a big win that has added a new feather to his career. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 10:38 am

US to stop collecting tariffs deemed illegal by Supreme Court on Tuesday

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency said it will halt collections of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act at 12:01 a.m. EST (0501 GMT) on Tuesday, more than three days after the U.S. Supreme Court declared the duties illegal. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 12:30 pm

Youth arrested with over 500g of ‘Ice’ in Grandpass

An individual has been arrested in the Grandpass area for possession of 510 grams and 440 milligrams of the narcotic substance Crystal Methamphetamine (commonly known as ‘Ice’). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 9:02 am

‘Meenagaya’ intercity express train service resumes

The ‘Meenagaya’ intercity express train service, which operates between Colombo Fort and Batticaloa, will resume service from today (23), the Department of Railways has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 2:45 pm

Public warned of fraudsters posing as police officers to defraud citizens

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID), through its Computer Crime Investigation Division (CCID), has initiated investigations into multiple complaints concerning a group of individuals fraudulently obtaining money from the public while posing as police officers, according to the Police Media Division. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 12:24 pm

Namal Rajapaksa responds to cancellation of Oxford and Cambridge Union events

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa has responded to the cancellation of his planned speaking engagements at the Oxford Union and Cambridge Union, following backlash from Tamil student groups and campaigners in the United Kingdom. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 1:31 pm

Indian Embassy urges nationals to leave Iran amid protests

The Embassy of India in Iran on Monday issued an advisory asking Indian nationals to leave Iran through available means of transport, including commercial flights, in view of the evolving situation and ongoing nationwide anti-government protests. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 2:56 pm

‘Red’ landslide warnings lifted for several districts; Public urged to remain cautious - NBRO

The ‘Red’ landslide warnings previously issued for certain districts have now been lifted, scientist at the National Building Research Organisation (NBRO), Dr. Suminda Ratnayake, stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 12:34 pm

Litro Gas commences distribution of 300,000 domestic gas cylinders

Litro Gas Lanka has announced that it has commenced the distribution of 300,000 domestic gas cylinders to the market. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 8:25 am

Mirissa and Bentota named among Asia’s best of the best beaches by Tripadvisor

Two Sri Lankan beaches — Mirissa Beach and Bentota Beach — have been ranked among Asia’s leading coastal destinations in the 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best Beaches list released by Tripadvisor. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 11:42 am

16-year-old arrested for murder of three-wheeler driver and vehicle theft

A suspect has been arrested by the Puttalam Police in connection with the murder of a three-wheeler driver and the theft of his three-wheeler in the Puttalam area. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 10:08 am

‘Red’ landslide warnings lifted for several districts; O/L exams to proceed as scheduled

The ‘Red’ landslide warnings previously issued for certain areas of several districts have been lifted, Director of the Disaster Management Centre (DMC), Pradeep Kodippili stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 7:40 am

Two critically injured in accident involving car and motorcycle

Two women have sustained serious injuries in an accident involving a motorcycle and a car along the Hingurakgoda–Polonnaruwa main road in Hathamuna, this morning (23), police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 4:16 pm

2024 Grade 5 Exam paper leak: SC directs AG to file contempt charges against former NIE Director

The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka today (23) directed the Attorney General’s Department to file a charge sheet for Contempt of Court against I.G.S. Premathilaka, the former Director of the National Institute of Education (NIE). MORE..

(0)Comments | February 23, 2026 4:36 pm

Minor flood warning issued for several low-lying areas of Mahaweli River Basin

The Irrigation Department has issued a potential minor flood warning valid for the next 24 hours for several low-lying areas along the Mahaweli River Basin due to rainfall received since last night (21) in certain catchment areas. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 22, 2026 6:55 am

MRI scans show exercise can make the brain look younger: Study

New research suggests that regular aerobic exercise can help keep your brain biologically younger. Adults who exercised regularly for a year showed brains that appeared nearly a year younger than those who didn’t change their habits. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 22, 2026 11:50 am

Over 200mm rainfall reported in several areas; Red evacuation warnings issued to 15 DS divisions

Heavy showers exceeding 200mm have been recorded in several parts of the island, the National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) said. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 22, 2026 12:43 pm

Russia hits Ukraine energy infrastructure with major missile, drone strikes, Kyiv says

Russia attacked Ukraine with dozens of strike drones and ballistic and cruise missiles, focusing on energy infrastructure, the Ukrainian military and local officials said on Sunday. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 22, 2026 12:46 pm

Landslide ‘Red’ warnings issued for four districts extended

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has extended ‘Level 3 (Red)’ landslide warnings issued to several Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSDs) across four districts due to prevailing heavy rainfall. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 22, 2026 11:03 am

Australia rejects report it is repatriating families of IS militants from Syrian camp

Australia’s centre-left government on Sunday rejected a local media report that said it was working to repatriate Australians in a Syrian camp holding families of suspected Islamic State militants. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 22, 2026 6:39 am

Duo arrested with Kendu leaves, cigarettes and agrochemicals off Thoduwawa Coast

Two individuals have been arrested by the Sri Lanka Coast Guard for possessing 25 sacks containing 992 kilograms and 800 grams of Kendu leaves, 140,000 sticks of foreign-made cigarettes and a consignment of agrochemicals along with a dinghy boat. MORE..

(0)Comments | February 22, 2026 12:32 pm

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