Car suspected in Akuregoda shooting found burning in Galle

The Nugegoda Divisional Criminal Investigation Bureau has located the car believed to have been used by gunmen in the fatal shooting of a lawyer and his wife in Akuregoda, Thalangama.

BCB president opts out of attending India-Pakistan World Cup clash

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam has changed his mind at the last minute and decided not to travel to Colombo to watch the India-Pakistan match at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Markram powers Proteas to World Cup win over Black Caps

South Africa stormed to a commanding seven-wicket win over New Zealand national cricket team in Group D of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, powered by a breathtaking captain’s knock from Aiden

CEB seeks 13.56% electricity tariff hike for April–June period

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has submitted a proposal to the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) seeking a 13.56 percent increase in electricity tariffs for the second quarter of this year.

Navy seizes over 50kg of Hashish in Mannar operation

The Sri Lanka Navy conducted a special operation in the southern sea area off Mannar today (14), resulting in the arrest of two suspects and the seizure of a dinghy carrying two suspicious sacks contained more than 50 kilograms of hashish.

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T20 World Cup: England keep Super 8 hopes alive

England kept their Super 8 hopes alive with a hard-fought five-wicket victory over Scotland in Match 23 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Boycott Drama Over: India–Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash back on in Colombo

Cricket’s fiercest rivalry is back as India and Pakistan gear up to clash in Colombo on Sunday, February 15. Pakistan had briefly threatened to boycott the match, citing solidarity with Bangladesh, but the threat was resolved after last-minute ICC negotiations. Broadcasters, wary of lost ad revenue, also pushed to ensure the marquee fixture went ahead. It remains uncertain whether rain might affect play.

Police seek dash cam video to identify Akuregoda double shooting suspects

The Sri Lanka Police have sought public assistance to identify the suspects involved in the fatal double shooting that took place in Akuregoda yesterday.

Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces

The Department of Meteorology has issued an ‘Amber’ advisory warning of severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Southern Provinces, as well as in the Badulla and Nuwara Eliya districts.

Tucker 94 fires Ireland to 235 against Oman at T20 World Cup

Captain Lorcan Tucker struck an unbeaten 94 to power Ireland to a mammoth 235-5 against Oman on Saturday, the highest total so far in this year’s T20 World Cup.

SriLankan Airlines share issue planned with vested interests: Opposition MP

A share issue has been planned for the national carrier SriLankan Airlines, and it is being planned to help certain companies to buy it over, an Opposition MP alleged today.

Namal calls for Presidential Commission on Aragalaya funds

Namal Rajapaksa said a Presidential Commission should be appointed to investigate the recent Aragalaya and the foreign funds received to support it.

Valentine’s Day: What Sri Lankans Should Know About Its History and Celebration

Understanding the history of Valentine’s Day helps separate fact from legend and explains how February 14 evolved into a global celebration of love.

Music, Helmets, Knives, and Bottles Banned at India–Pakistan Match

Police in Colombo have decided to enforce a zero-tolerance policy on prohibited items that will include musical instruments, helmets, jackets, glass bottles, large travel bags, alcoholic beverages, knives, sharp objects, drones and

Trump says Iran regime change is ’best thing that could happen’

US President Donald Trump says regime change in Iran is ’’the best thing that could happen’’, signifying one of his clearest endorsements for replacing the clerical establishment.

Husband released from remand allegedly kills wife, sets house on fire

A man strangled his wife to death and set their house on fire yesterday morning.

IMF Managing Director to visit Sri Lanka from February 16 to 18

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva will visit Sri Lanka from February 16 to 18, 2026, a spokesperson said.

BASL to address legal community crisis after Akuregoda shooting, calls emergency meeting

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka has called an emergency general meeting of all its members tomorrow (15), the first such gathering in 14 years, in response to growing concern within the legal community over security and the rule of law.

Youth used during Aragalaya, leaders became “kings” – Namal

National Organizer and MP of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna, Namal Rajapaksa said that some people who encouraged public protests later gained power, while a group of young people who joined the Aragalaya lost their lives.

Rolls-Royce Cullinan arrives for Rathna Sahal and owner

Rice-mill owner-turned-businessman Mithrapala Lankeshwara said that a luxury Rolls-Royce vehicle he imported is scheduled to be cleared from Customs today.

President to attend India–AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will attend the India–AI Impact Summit 2026, which will be hosted by the Government of India in New Delhi from February 16 to 20, 2026.

Sajith proposes National Reconciliation Council headed by President

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa proposed the establishment of a National Reconciliation Council headed by the President.

Indian team arrives ahead of Pakistan match on Sunday

The India national cricket team arrived in Sri Lanka ahead of their much-anticipated match against the Pakistan national cricket team scheduled for Sunday.

Sri Lanka’s strategic location offers it outsized importance: top U.S. official

U.S. Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asia Paul Kapur, a key official of the Trump administration, said Sri Lanka’s strategic location offered outsized importance and can make it a target for coercion.

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Ports advised to cut container rehandles before betting on mega projects

The global port optimisation experts are cautioning the Sri Lankan terminal operators against prioritising massive infrastructure investments without first addressing the underlying operational inefficiencies, warning that capacity expansion is not the immediate answer for growth.

USA crush Netherlands by 93 runs for first T20 World Cup 2026 win

The United States stormed to their first victory of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, hammering the Netherlands by 93 runs in a dominant all-round display on Thursday.

BASL condemns fatal shooting of lawyer and wife in Akuregoda

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has strongly condemned the tragic shooting and assassination of an Attorney-at-Law and his wife earlier today in Akuregoda, carried out by a group of unidentified assailants.

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