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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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..