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US Pacific Fleet Commander calls on Sri Lanka’s Defence Secretary, discuss maritime security
US Pacific Fleet Commander calls on Sri Lanka’s Defence Secretary, discuss maritime security
The Commander of the United States Pacific Fleet, Admiral Stephen T. Koehler, has met with Sri Lanka’s Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Sampath Thuyacontha, at the Ministry of Defence today (19). MORE..
Fire breaks out in Sri Pada Reserve posing threat to biodiversity
Fire breaks out in Sri Pada Reserve posing threat to biodiversity
A forest fire has reportedly broken out today (19) on a mountain range within the Sri Pada Reserve located in front of the Sri Pada peak. MORE..
Indian Navy chief holds bilateral talks with Sri Lankan counterpart
Indian Navy chief holds bilateral talks with Sri Lankan counterpart
India’s Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Admiral Dinesh K. Tirpathi has had an interaction with the Commander of the Sri Lanka Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda on the sidelines of the International Fleet Review at Visakhapatnam on Wednesday. MORE..
AI infrastructure is next frontier of economic and cultural cooperation - President
AI infrastructure is next frontier of economic and cultural cooperation - President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that Sri Lanka is prepared to share common values on artificial intelligence, ensuring that no one is left behind and to move forward collectively through mutual learning based on ethical principles. MORE..
LAUGFS Gas issues clarification, assures uninterrupted supply
LAUGFS Gas issues clarification, assures uninterrupted supply
LAUGFS Gas PLC, one of the largest supplier of LP Gas in Sri Lanka, today issued statement to address recent concerns regarding the temporary shortage of its LP Gas cylinders in the market and to assure the public that necessary measures have been taken to ensure continued supply. MORE..
CID probes 8 bank accounts linked to female lawyer remanded over ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder
CID probes 8 bank accounts linked to female lawyer remanded over ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has informed the Colombo Magistrate’s Court that it is investigating eight bank accounts opened using forged documents allegedly by Attorney-at-Law Thamara Abeyratne, who was remanded in connection with the ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder case. MORE..
22 Indian fishermen arrested poaching in Sri Lankan waters
22 Indian fishermen arrested poaching in Sri Lankan waters
The Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard have seized four Indian fishing boats and apprehended 22 Indian fishermen while they were poaching in Sri Lankan waters north of Mannar and off the Delft Island, Jaffna. MORE..
King Charles’ brother Andrew arrested by police - British media
King Charles’ brother Andrew arrested by police - British media
A UK police force has arrested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on suspicion of misconduct in public office. MORE..
Army Sergeant among 4 arrested over soldier’s death and cover-up at Kuttigala camp
Army Sergeant among 4 arrested over soldier’s death and cover-up at Kuttigala camp
Sri Lanka Army Spokesman, Brigadier Waruna Gamage, says steps will be taken to suspend the Sergeant attached to the Kuttigala camp in Embilipitiya, who was remanded on charges of covering up the death of a soldier who died after coming into contact with an unauthorized power line at the camp. MORE..
Trump kicks off his Board of Peace, with eye on Gaza and beyond
Trump kicks off his Board of Peace, with eye on Gaza and beyond
United States President Donald Trump on Thursday (Feb 19) gathers allies to inaugurate the Board of Peace, his new institution focused on progress on Gaza but whose ambitions reach much further. MORE..
Foreign nationals driving without valid licenses to be prosecuted - Sri Lanka Police
Foreign nationals driving without valid licenses to be prosecuted - Sri Lanka Police
Sri Lanka Police have warned that foreign nationals who drive without a valid driving license in the country will be prosecuted to ensure the safety of both visitors and local residents amid rising traffic accidents involving foreign nationals. MORE..
Canada revises express entry immigration rules, adds military roles
Canada revises express entry immigration rules, adds military roles
Canada introduced new immigration priority categories on Wednesday to bring in skilled workers in fields ranging from research and health care to aviation, and to include certain military recruits. MORE..
Sri Lanka still lacking infrastructure to gain maximum benefit of AI technology: President
Sri Lanka still lacking infrastructure to gain maximum benefit of AI technology: President
Sri Lanka still does not possess advanced infrastructure to gain maximum benefit of the AI technology, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated. MORE..
| February 19, 2026 1:33 pm
Sharp rise in rabies cases linked to cats, health officials warn
Sharp rise in rabies cases linked to cats, health officials warn
A significant rise in rabies transmission from cats in Sri Lanka have been reported, according to health authorities. MORE..
South Korea’s ex-President Yoon sentenced to life in prison for insurrection
South Korea’s ex-President Yoon sentenced to life in prison for insurrection
A South Korean court ordered life in jail on Thursday for former President Yoon Suk Yeol, after holding him guilty on charges of abuse of authority and masterminding an insurrection, stemming from his December 2024 attempt to impose martial law. MORE..
Sufficient stocks of LP gas secured; no need for panic buying - Litro
Sufficient stocks of LP gas secured; no need for panic buying - Litro
Litro Gas Lanka Limited has issued a special statement is to address recent concerns regarding a temporary shortage of LP gas cylinders in the market, and to assure the public that sufficient stocks have been secured and that there is no need for panic buying. MORE..
South Korea court convicts ex-President Yoon for insurrection in martial law case
South Korea court convicts ex-President Yoon for insurrection in martial law case
A South Korean court on Thursday found former President Yoon Suk Yeol guilty of leading an insurrection during his botched attempt to place the country under martial law in December 2024. MORE..
U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral Koehler to visit Sri Lanka
U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral Koehler to visit Sri Lanka
Admiral Steve “Web” Koehler, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka from February 19 to February 21, 2026. MORE..
Former CID Officer expresses regret over arrest of Nathasha Edirisooriya under ICCPR Act
Former CID Officer expresses regret over arrest of Nathasha Edirisooriya under ICCPR Act
A former Officer-in-Charge of the Computer Crimes Investigation Division of the Criminal Investigation Department today expressed regret before the Supreme Court over the arrest of comedian Nathasha Edirisooriya under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) Act, over allegations of insulting Buddhism. MORE..
Over 300 drunk drivers arrested in daily police operations
Over 300 drunk drivers arrested in daily police operations
A total of 29,608 individuals were inspected yesterday (18) as part of the daily search operations carried out across the country, police stated. MORE..
Bill Gates a no-show at India AI summit, event marred by organisational chaos
Bill Gates a no-show at India AI summit, event marred by organisational chaos
Bill Gates pulled out of India’s AI Impact Summit hours before his scheduled keynote address on Thursday, dealing another blow to a flagship event already marred by organisational lapses, a robot bungle and delegate complaints over traffic disruptions. MORE..
PM Harini reveals allowances and benefits of MPs
PM Harini reveals allowances and benefits of MPs
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya today revealed allowances and benefits provided to Members of Parliament at present. MORE..
| February 19, 2026 11:08 am
Heavy rains hit Batticaloa, several roads inundated
Heavy rains hit Batticaloa, several roads inundated
Heavy rains have been reported in the Batticaloa District in recent days affecting day-to-day activities of the residents. MORE..
Court sets date to hear Namal Rajapaksa’s case over ‘Krrish’ deal
Court sets date to hear Namal Rajapaksa’s case over ‘Krrish’ deal
The Colombo High Court has scheduled the hearing of the case filed against Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa in connection with the controversial ‘Krrish’ project deal on April 02, 2026. MORE..
Minimum electricity tariff will increase under new Electricity Policy: Champika Ranawaka
Minimum electricity tariff will increase under new Electricity Policy: Champika Ranawaka
The minimum electricity tariff will increase with the introduction of the new National Electricity Policy, former Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka stated. MORE..