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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..

| February 12, 2026  8:21 am
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..

| February 12, 2026  8:00 am
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..

| February 12, 2026  7:52 am
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..

| February 12, 2026  7:34 am
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..

| February 12, 2026  7:23 am
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..

| February 12, 2026  7:04 am
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..

| February 12, 2026  6:39 am
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..

| February 12, 2026  6:09 am
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..

| February 12, 2026  5:38 am
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..

| February 12, 2026  5:37 am
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..

| February 12, 2026  5:36 am
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..

| February 11, 2026  10:34 pm
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..

| February 11, 2026  8:27 pm
Sri Lanka Police strengthens safety measures amid surge in water-related incidents

Sri Lanka Police strengthens safety measures amid surge in water-related incidents

Sri Lanka Police says that a significant increase in water-related accidents has been observed across the country. MORE..

| February 11, 2026  7:48 pm
Govt pursuing an independent foreign policy that does not favor any country – President

Govt pursuing an independent foreign policy that does not favor any country – President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says that the government is working towards an independent foreign policy without adhering to any foreign nation while protecting Sri Lanka’s stability in the present conflict-ridden world. MORE..

| February 11, 2026  7:30 pm
Sri Lanka’s Deputy Defence Minister attends World Defense Show 2026 in Riyadh

Sri Lanka’s Deputy Defence Minister attends World Defense Show 2026 in Riyadh

Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General (Retd) Aruna Jayasekara, has participated in the World Defense Show (WDS) 2026 in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, following an official invitation. MORE..

| February 11, 2026  6:56 pm
Sri Lanka and Thailand conclude negotiations on landmark labour cooperation framework

Sri Lanka and Thailand conclude negotiations on landmark labour cooperation framework

The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok has successfully facilitated and participated in a series of discussions and negotiations to finalize two key bilateral instruments on labour cooperation between Sri Lanka and the Kingdom of Thailand. MORE..

| February 11, 2026  6:17 pm
Govt to pay Rs. 1,200 mln for crop damage caused by Nilwala River salinity barrier

Govt to pay Rs. 1,200 mln for crop damage caused by Nilwala River salinity barrier

The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board has stated that necessary measures have been taken to provide compensation to farmers whose crops were damaged due to the irregular construction of the salinity barrier across the Nilwala River. MORE..

| February 11, 2026  5:22 pm
2026 Electoral Register revision begins – Election Commission

2026 Electoral Register revision begins – Election Commission

The Election Commission has commenced the data collection process for the revision of the electoral register, the Commissioner General of Elections, Rasika Peiris stated. MORE..

| February 11, 2026  4:40 pm
UK sees sharp drop in int’l postgraduate students, enrollments from Sri Lanka down 36%

UK sees sharp drop in int’l postgraduate students, enrollments from Sri Lanka down 36%

New data from the UK’s Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) shows a major shift in international student trends. MORE..

| February 11, 2026  3:57 pm
Balangoda Kassapa Thero and others granted bail

Balangoda Kassapa Thero and others granted bail

Four Buddhist monks, including Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thero, and six other individuals, have been granted bail by the Trincomalee High Court. MORE..

| February 11, 2026  3:18 pm
Former Presidential Secretary Saman Ekanayake further remanded

Former Presidential Secretary Saman Ekanayake further remanded

Former Secretary to the President Saman Ekanayake has been further remanded until February 18 by the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court. MORE..

| February 11, 2026  3:11 pm
Walk for Peace: Buddhist monks arrive in Washington after 2,300-mile journey

Walk for Peace: Buddhist monks arrive in Washington after 2,300-mile journey

A group of Buddhist monks — bearing a message of peace — walked into the heart of Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, greeted by large, joyful crowds as they completed their 15-week trek from Texas. MORE..

| February 11, 2026  2:48 pm
Over a million devotees venerated sacred Devnimori relics in Sri Lanka

Over a million devotees venerated sacred Devnimori relics in Sri Lanka

The Exposition of the Holy Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha, which were brought to Sri Lanka on February 04, concluded successfully at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo, with the sacred relics departing for India today (11). MORE..

| February 11, 2026  2:22 pm
New ADB Country Director assures continuous support for Sri Lanka during meeting with PM

New ADB Country Director assures continuous support for Sri Lanka during meeting with PM

The newly appointed Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for Sri Lanka, Shannon Cowlin and the ADB delegation have held discussions with the Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Prime Minister’s Office. MORE..

| February 11, 2026  1:30 pm