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Exposition of sacred Devnimori relics continues for fourth day
Exposition of sacred Devnimori relics continues for fourth day
The exposition of the sacred Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha, brought from India, continues for the fourth consecutive day today (08) at the Gangaramaya Temple in Hunupitiya, Colombo. MORE..
Failed shooting attempt targeting SJB candidate in Kalutara
Failed shooting attempt targeting SJB candidate in Kalutara
A failed shooting attempt has been reported targeting a candidate who represented the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) in the Kalutara Municipal Council elections, police said. MORE..
| February 8, 2026 8:36 am
Consumers spending over Rs. 10,000 at Co-operatives to receive free life insurance
Consumers spending over Rs. 10,000 at Co-operatives to receive free life insurance
The Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development, Wasantha Samarasinghe, announced that steps will be taken to provide free life insurance coverage to consumers who spend over Rs. 10,000 within a month at cooperative sales outlets. MORE..
Postal charges to increase from tomorrow
Postal charges to increase from tomorrow
The Department of Posts has decided to increase postal charges with effect from tomorrow (09). MORE..
Fishermen continue ‘Satyagraha’ for fourth day over seine fishing ban
Fishermen continue ‘Satyagraha’ for fourth day over seine fishing ban
The Satyagraha campaign launched by a group of fishermen demanding the lifting of the ban on the use of tractor-mounted winches for Madel (seine nets) fishing activities continues for the fourth consecutive day today (08). MORE..
India’s Modi visits Malaysia to boost trade, security ties
India’s Modi visits Malaysia to boost trade, security ties
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday, as the two countries look to bolster trade and explore potential collaborations in semiconductors, defence and other fields. MORE..
22-hour water cut in several areas in Kandy District today
22-hour water cut in several areas in Kandy District today
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) have announced that a 22-hour water cut will be implemented in several areas within the Kandy District today (08). MORE..
Japan votes in test for PM Takaichi as snow weighs on turnout
Japan votes in test for PM Takaichi as snow weighs on turnout
Japanese voters were casting ballots on Sunday in an election expected to hand Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi a resounding win, although record snowfall in parts of the country could keep many voters at home. MORE..
Prevailing showery condition expected to reduce temporarily from today
Prevailing showery condition expected to reduce temporarily from today
The prevailing showery condition over the island is expected to be temporarily reduced from today (08) to 11 February, 2026, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Russia turns to India, Sri Lanka for way out of its labour crisis – report
Russia turns to India, Sri Lanka for way out of its labour crisis – report
For years, Russia relied on migrants from Central Asia to fill gaps in its workforce. MORE..
Steps have been taken to modernize Technical Colleges in all 25 Districts - PM
Steps have been taken to modernize Technical Colleges in all 25 Districts - PM
A special discussion aimed at strengthening and modernizing Sri Lanka’s vocational education sector was held recently at the Parliamentary Complex under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, according to the Prime Minister’s Media Division. MORE..
US wants Russia and Ukraine to end war by summer, Zelensky says
US wants Russia and Ukraine to end war by summer, Zelensky says
The US wants Russia and Ukraine to find a solution on how to end the war, the largest since World War 2, before summer, says President Volodymyr Zelensky. MORE..
Youth beaten to death with cricket bat in Ratmalana
Youth beaten to death with cricket bat in Ratmalana
A 21-year-old youth has been murdered after a dispute between two families living near the railway line in the Dharmarama Road area of Ratmalana escalated into an assault. MORE..
Excise trade unions agree to digitalization to enhance revenue collection
Excise trade unions agree to digitalization to enhance revenue collection
All trade unions have expressed their agreement to the digitalisation and modernisation programme aimed at increasing excise revenue collection, according to the President’s Media Division (PMD). MORE..
Sri Lanka Police to set up dedicated Cybercrime Division - Minister
Sri Lanka Police to set up dedicated Cybercrime Division - Minister
Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, Ananda Wijepala, stated that a decision has been taken to establish a new police division to combat cybercrime in Sri Lanka. MORE..
22-hour water cut in several areas in Kandy District
22-hour water cut in several areas in Kandy District
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) announced that a 22-hour water cut will be implemented in several areas within the Kandy District from tomorrow (08) morning. MORE..
Mother and teen daughter electrocuted to death in Galaha
Mother and teen daughter electrocuted to death in Galaha
Police have reported that a mother and her daughter died after being electrocuted in the Kiribogahainna area of Navanaliya, Galaha. 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 and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle and Matara districts. MORE..
Minister Nalinda outlines education reform plan up to Grade 9
Minister Nalinda outlines education reform plan up to Grade 9
Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, has stated that the government’s education reforms will be implemented through five broad pillars, with reforms for other grades scheduled to be introduced over the next three years. MORE..
| February 7, 2026 2:02 pm
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals exceed 317,000 so far this year
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals exceed 317,000 so far this year
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) reported that foreign tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka during the period elapsed in 2026 have exceeded 317,000. MORE..
Three Swedish-made rocket launchers found buried in Batticaloa
Three Swedish-made rocket launchers found buried in Batticaloa
Three Swedish-made rocket launchers, believed to have been carefully buried underground by the LTTE during the war, has been discovered by security forces in the Kudumbimalai area of Batticaloa. MORE..
Over 400 drunk drivers arrested in daily police operations - Police
Over 400 drunk drivers arrested in daily police operations - Police
Sri Lanka Police has stated that a total of 27,430 individuals were inspected yesterday (06) as part of the daily search operations carried out across the country. MORE..
103 children have lost one or both parents due to cyclone Ditwah – Minister
103 children have lost one or both parents due to cyclone Ditwah – Minister
Minister of Women and Child Affairs, Saroja Savithri Paulraj, stated that 103 children in Sri Lanka have lost a mother, father, or both parents due to the Cyclone Ditwah situation. MORE..
| February 7, 2026 12:17 pm
Sri Lanka’s remittances exceed USD 750 mln in January
Sri Lanka’s remittances exceed USD 750 mln in January
Sri Lanka has received USD 751.1 million in workers’ remittances in January 2026, according to the latest figures released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). MORE..
Parliamentary Pensions Repeal Bill to be debated and passed on Feb 17
Parliamentary Pensions Repeal Bill to be debated and passed on Feb 17
The Leader of the House, Minister Bimal Rathnayake, announced that the Parliamentary Business Committee has decided to take up the Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) Bill for debate on 17 February and pass it on the same day. MORE..