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‘Women must step forward to carry forward the change we have begun’ - PM
‘Women must step forward to carry forward the change we have begun’ - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that no one will be allowed to drag the country’s future backward by inciting racism, and emphasized that women must step forward to carry forward the change that has been initiated. MORE..
Tamil Nadu CM urges PM Modi to solve citizenship issues of 89,000 Sri Lankan Tamils
Tamil Nadu CM urges PM Modi to solve citizenship issues of 89,000 Sri Lankan Tamils
With just two months to go for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Chief Minister MK Stalin has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking a “humane and pragmatic” resolution to the long-pending citizenship issue and legal status of Sri Lankan Tamils living in the state for over four decades. MORE..
Leaders gather for New Delhi AI summit as warnings grow over societal risks
Leaders gather for New Delhi AI summit as warnings grow over societal risks
A global artificial intelligence summit kicks off in New Delhi on Monday with big issues on the agenda, from job disruption to child safety, but some attendees warn the broad focus could diminish the chance of concrete commitments from world leaders. MORE..
Parcel containing live ammunition, SIM cards recovered in Wattala
Parcel containing live ammunition, SIM cards recovered in Wattala
A parcel containing live ammunition has been taken into custody by the police in the Gaala Junction area in Wattala. MORE..
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva to arrive in Sri Lanka today
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva to arrive in Sri Lanka today
Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka today (16). MORE..
Three including woman arrested at BIA with over 16 kg of ‘Kush’
Three including woman arrested at BIA with over 16 kg of ‘Kush’
Three individuals, including a woman, have been apprehended at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) by the Airport Police Narcotics Division in Wellampitiya while in possession of over 16 kilograms of ‘Kush’ narcotics. MORE..
State universities face 50% lecturer shortage; Crisis worsens at Rajarata University
State universities face 50% lecturer shortage; Crisis worsens at Rajarata University
The Students’ Union of the Faculty of Management at the Rajarata University says that there is an approximately 50% shortage of lecturers and professors within the state university system, adding that the issue has become particularly severe at the Rajarata University. MORE..
2025 O/L examination to begin tomorrow at over 3,500 centres
2025 O/L examination to begin tomorrow at over 3,500 centres
The 2025 G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) Examination is scheduled to commence tomorrow (17). MORE..
BASL members to refrain from appearing for court cases today
BASL members to refrain from appearing for court cases today
Members of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) are refraining from appearing before courts island-wide on behalf of any cases today (16). MORE..
Iran says potential energy, mining and aircraft deals on table in talks with US
Iran says potential energy, mining and aircraft deals on table in talks with US
Iran is pursuing a nuclear agreement with the U.S. that delivers economic benefits for both sides, an Iranian diplomat was reported as saying on Sunday, days before a second round of talks between Tehran and Washington. MORE..
Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island
Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island
Several spells of showers will occur in Central and Uva provinces and in Ampara, Batticaloa and Hambantota districts, today (16), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
T20 World Cup: India thrash Pakistan by 61 runs at RPS
T20 World Cup: India thrash Pakistan by 61 runs at RPS
India completed a conformable 61-run victory over Pakistan in a Group A encounter of the 2026 T20 World Cup at the R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
10-year tax concessions for strategic development projects in several sectors
10-year tax concessions for strategic development projects in several sectors
The government has decided to grant tax concessions of up to 10 years for investments in strategic development projects within the tourism, manufacturing and agriculture sectors. MORE..
China confirms visa-free travel for UK and Canadian nationals
China confirms visa-free travel for UK and Canadian nationals
UK and Canadian nationals will be able to travel to mainland China for up to 30 days without a visa from 17 February. MORE..
Health Minister to attend oath-taking ceremony of new Bangladesh Govt
Health Minister to attend oath-taking ceremony of new Bangladesh Govt
Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa is set to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Tarique Rahman as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh and the newly elected government, scheduled to be held on Tuesday (17). MORE..
T20 World Cup: India post 175/7 against Pakistan at RPS
T20 World Cup: India post 175/7 against Pakistan at RPS
India posted 175/7 in their allotted 20 overs against Pakistan in a blockbuster 2026 T20 World Cup encounter at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
President Anura Kumara attends India-Pakistan World Cup game at Premadasa Stadium
President Anura Kumara attends India-Pakistan World Cup game at Premadasa Stadium
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake arrived at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo accompanied by high-level dignitaries to watch India-Pakistan T20 World Cup encounter.
| February 15, 2026 8:01 pm
US military preparing for potentially weeks-long Iran operations
US military preparing for potentially weeks-long Iran operations
The U.S. military is preparing for the possibility of sustained, weeks-long operations against Iran if President Donald Trump orders an attack, two U.S. officials told Reuters, in what could become a far more serious conflict than previously seen between the countries. MORE..
No threat to national security from isolated shootings – Sarath Fonseka
No threat to national security from isolated shootings – Sarath Fonseka
One or two shooting incidents do not pose a threat to national security, former Commander of the Sri Lanka Army Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka stated. MORE..
| February 15, 2026 7:22 pm
Tense situation erupts at Opposition Leader’s meeting in Sooriyawewa
Tense situation erupts at Opposition Leader’s meeting in Sooriyawewa
A heated situation arose today (15) during a meeting attended by Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa in Andarawewa, Sooriyawewa, which was organized to discuss issues faced by local farmers. MORE..
| February 15, 2026 6:59 pm
Pakistan opt to bowl first against India in blockbuster T20 World Cup game in Colombo
Pakistan opt to bowl first against India in blockbuster T20 World Cup game in Colombo
Pakistan have won the toss and elected to bowl first against India in the blockbuster 2026 T20 World Cup encounter at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
Bodies of lawyer and wife killed in Akuregoda shooting returned home
Bodies of lawyer and wife killed in Akuregoda shooting returned home
The bodies of the lawyer and his wife, who were fatally shot by assailants in Akuregoda, have been brought back to their family home in Pitigala. MORE..
BASL members decide not to appear for court cases tomorrow
BASL members decide not to appear for court cases tomorrow
Members of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) have decided not to appear before courts island-wide on behalf of any cases tomorrow (16). MORE..
| February 15, 2026 5:20 pm
Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia explore strengthening air defence ties
Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia explore strengthening air defence ties
Senior defence officials of Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia have discussed future cooperation in air defence and capability development. MORE..
8,000 female-headed households identified in Vavuniya
8,000 female-headed households identified in Vavuniya
Authorities have identified approximately 8,000 female-headed households in the Vavuniya District, according to a program aimed at briefing government officials on initiatives designed to improve the economic and social conditions of these families. MORE..