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Shooting at South Carolina State University leaves two dead, one wounded
Shooting at South Carolina State University leaves two dead, one wounded
Two people were killed and one other was wounded in a shooting on Thursday night at a dormitory of South Carolina State University, a historically Black college, prompting a campus lockdown, school officials said in a statement. MORE..
Retired Water Board GM arrested on corruption charges
Retired Water Board GM arrested on corruption charges
A retired former General Manager of the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has been arrested yesterday (12) by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) on corruption-related charges. MORE..
Vehicle importers predict price hikes with new tax from April 1
Vehicle importers predict price hikes with new tax from April 1
The Vehicle Importers’ Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL) has stated that a 2.5% tax has been introduced on imported vehicles, effective from April 01, 2026. MORE..
| February 13, 2026 12:38 pm
Over 800 arrested in island-wide anti-drug raids yesterday: Police
Over 800 arrested in island-wide anti-drug raids yesterday: Police
A total of 820 individuals were arrested during island-wide raids conducted yesterday (12) under the “Nation United – National Drive” campaign. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Southern provinces. MORE..
Education transformation is essential to rebuild the country - PM
Education transformation is essential to rebuild the country - PM
The Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, stated that, aligning with the development activities carried out under the new education reforms,...MORE..
Low-pressure area likely to form over southeastern Bay of Bengal – Met. Dept
Low-pressure area likely to form over southeastern Bay of Bengal – Met. Dept
The Department of Meteorology has stated that a low-pressure area is likely to form over the southeastern Bay of Bengal around February 15. MORE..
Passport services resume as Immigration Dept. computer system restored
Passport services resume as Immigration Dept. computer system restored
The computer system at the Department of Immigration and Emigration has been fully restored, and passport services at the main office in Battaramulla and regional offices have returned to normal, the department announced. MORE..
Woman killed, 3 injured after elephant rampage in Valaichchenai
Woman killed, 3 injured after elephant rampage in Valaichchenai
A woman has died while three others sustained injuries after being attacked by a wild elephant that stormed into the Valaichchenai town in Batticaloa this morning. MORE..
| February 13, 2026 9:49 am
Former DMT Deputy Commissioner arrested over bribery allegations
Former DMT Deputy Commissioner arrested over bribery allegations
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has arrested a former Deputy Commissioner of the Motor Vehicle Transfer Division of the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT). MORE..
US, Taiwan finalise deal to cut tariffs, boost purchases of US goods
US, Taiwan finalise deal to cut tariffs, boost purchases of US goods
Trump administration officials signed a final reciprocal trade agreement that confirmed a 15% U.S. tariff rate for imports from Taiwan, while committing Taiwan to a schedule for eliminating or lowering tariffs on nearly all U.S. goods. MORE..
Two suspects arrested over financial fraud targeting women
Two suspects arrested over financial fraud targeting women
Two suspects including a woman have been arrested by the North Western Province Unit of the Computer Crime Investigation Division (CCID) for their alleged involvement in two instances of financial fraud. MORE..
Former Minister Prof. Tissa Vitharana passes away
Former Minister Prof. Tissa Vitharana passes away
Veteran politician and former Minister Professor Tissa Vitharana has passed away at the age of 91, according to family members. MORE..
Landslide early warnings issued to areas in two districts
Landslide early warnings issued to areas in two districts
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued early landslide warnings for several areas in two districts within the Central Province. MORE..
Norway’s former PM, Thorbjoern Jagland, accused of aggravated corruption over Epstein links
Norway’s former PM, Thorbjoern Jagland, accused of aggravated corruption over Epstein links
Norway has been rocked by the release of millions of files that allegedly show politicians and top diplomats had extensive contact with convicted US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. MORE..
Bangladesh’s BNP wins big in historic parliamentary election
Bangladesh’s BNP wins big in historic parliamentary election
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party won a landslide parliamentary election on Friday, local TV stations showed, securing a resounding mandate in a pivotal vote that is expected to restore political stability in the South Asian nation. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50mm likely in parts of the island today
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50mm likely in parts of the island today
Showers will occur at times in the Central, Uva, Eastern provinces and in Polonnaruwa and Hambantota districts today (13), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
Govt. plans to introduce Lanka Metro Transit bus service – President
Govt. plans to introduce Lanka Metro Transit bus service – President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that Sri Lanka’s entire transport system must undergo a rapid transformation to create a more efficient, safe and technologically advanced transport system, thereby providing the public with a dignified and reliable service. MORE..
Providing equal opportunities to all school children a key objective of govt - PM Harini
Providing equal opportunities to all school children a key objective of govt - PM Harini
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that in order to achieve the transformative change expected as a nation, it is essential to develop strong human resources, and that the Government’s priority is to provide children with a standard and quality education. MORE..
Police urge public cooperation to curb crime, drug trafficking and corruption
Police urge public cooperation to curb crime, drug trafficking and corruption
Sri Lanka Police say it is currently implementing a nationwide initiative aimed at completely eradicating the growing menace of drug trafficking across the country. MORE..
Kim Jong Un chooses teen daughter as heir, says Seoul
Kim Jong Un chooses teen daughter as heir, says Seoul
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has selected his daughter as his heir, South Korea’s spy agency told lawmakers on Thursday. MORE..
ADB re-affirms long-term support for Sri Lanka in meeting with President
ADB re-affirms long-term support for Sri Lanka in meeting with President
The newly appointed Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for Sri Lanka, Ms Shannon Cowlin, paid a courtesy call on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon (12), reaffirming the ADB’s continued commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s development priorities. MORE..
CBSL warns against foreign currency transactions between residents in Sri Lanka
CBSL warns against foreign currency transactions between residents in Sri Lanka
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) says it has noticed certain instances where residents in Sri Lanka transact within the country in foreign currency, rather than in Sri Lanka Rupees. MORE..
Passport applicants requested not to visit Immigration Dept. offices tomorrow
Passport applicants requested not to visit Immigration Dept. offices tomorrow
The Ministry of Public Security has requested applicants for passports not to arrive at the Department of Immigration and Emigration’s head office in Battaramulla or any of its regional offices tomorrow (13), as the computer system breakdown has still not been restored. MORE..
At least 21 dead after boat sinks on Sudan’s River Nile
At least 21 dead after boat sinks on Sudan’s River Nile
At least 21 people have died after a passenger boat sank in River Nile state in northern Sudan, a medical group has told the BBC. MORE..