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Fishermen and Naval community urged to stay on high alert

Sri Lanka, Feb. 16 -- The Meteorology Department has issued a warning for multiday boat operators and the naval community following the formation of a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, today. ... और पढ़ें


Deadly blast at least 8 killed as huge explosion rips through fireworks shop in China ahead of lunar New Year

Sri Lanka, Feb. 16 -- A huge explosion ripped through a fireworks shop in a village in Jiangsu province, eastern China, leaving two others with minor burns. The deadly blast was sparked when a reside... और पढ़ें


IMF Managing Director arrives in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, Feb. 16 -- A special delegation led by Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), arrived in Sri Lanka this afternoon on a three-day official visit, t... और पढ़ें


Excise Department announces 19 dry days for 2026

Sri Lanka, Feb. 16 -- The Excise Departmen today announced that the sale of alcoholic beverages will be prohibited islandwide on 19 designated days in 2026, including public holidays and Full Moon Poy... और पढ़ें


Colombo market opens week strong with broad-based gains

Sri Lanka, Feb. 16 -- The Colombo stock market commenced the week on a bullish note, with both indices closing firmly in positive territory amid improved turnover and sustained investor interest. The ... और पढ़ें


From humble beginnings to a Rolls-Royce

Sri Lanka, Feb. 16 -- Businessman Maithripala Lankeshwara, the owner of Rathna Group, has shared the story of his rise from humble beginnings to acquiring what is widely described on social media as o... और पढ़ें


Slain lawyer's batch mates not satisfied with probe into killing

Sri Lanka, Feb. 16 -- Batch mates of slain lawyer Buddhika Mallawarachchi said today that the progress of the probe into his killing is far from satisfactory. The batch mates who are members of Young... और पढ़ें


Hungarian national killed in wild elephant attack

Sri Lanka, Feb. 16 -- A 64-year-old Hungarian national died following a wild elephant attack in the Pidurangala area at Sigiriya. He was attacked by the wild elephant while walking with his wife. H... और पढ़ें


Namal welcomes Stalin's appeal over Indian citizenship issue, urges Tamil Nadu not to politicise it

Sri Lanka, Feb. 16 -- While welcoming the appeal by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking Indian citizenship or long-term visas for 89,000 Sri Lankans r... और पढ़ें


Sri Lanka Beat Australia to Reach Super 8 as Pathum Nissanka's Historic Century Ends Aussie Hopes

Sri Lanka, Feb. 16 -- Sri Lanka stormed into the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 after defeating Australia in a decisive Group B showdown, powered by a sensational unbeaten century from Pathum... और पढ़ें