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Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka today (16).She will be in Sri Lanka from February 16 to 18, 2026, according to a top IMF official.During her visit, she will meet with government authorities and key stakeholders, observe firsthand the impact of Cyclone Ditwah, and discuss ways in which the IMF can support recovery efforts and contribute to building a more resilient future for all Sri Lankans.

The Colombo High Court has ordered the postponement of the case filed against Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa regarding the controversial ‘Krrish’ project deal until February 19.This decision was made as lawyers decided to abstain from court duties today (16).However, the defendant, Namal Rajapaksa, was present in court when the case was called, said Ada Derana reporter.Accordingly, the Colombo High Court ordered the case to be adjourned until February 19.The Attorney General has filed the case alleging that MP Namal Rajapaksa committed an offence under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act by receiving Rs. 70 million from the Indian company…

The 2025 G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) Examination is scheduled to commence tomorrow (17).According to the Department of Examinations, a total of 451,463 candidates are set to sit for the examination at 3,545 centres island wide.The examination will be held from tomorrow (17) until 26 February 2026. Commissioner General of Examinations A.K.S. Indika Kumari Liyanage stated that candidates must report to their respective examination centres at least one hour before the scheduled start of the exam.Meanwhile, Professor and Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Miyuru Chandradasa of the Faculty of Medicine, Ragama, advised students appearing for the examination to remain calm and maintain a…

The beleaguered Australian team that finds itself in the midst of injury setbacks and poor form could finally have something going its way in the T20 World Cup.In what is welcome news, captain Mitchell Marsh could feature in its crucial Group-B clash against Sri Lanka at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Monday (February 16, 2026).The opening batter, who was supposed to participate in a training session on Sunday, had suffered internal bleeding following a blow to the groin ahead of the match against Ireland. “I think Mitch is confident. Obviously, he has been in a bit of pain over the…

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that no one will be allowed to drag the country’s future backward by inciting racism, and emphasized that women must step forward to carry forward the change that has been initiated.The Prime Minister made these remarks while addressing the Mannar District Women’s Meeting held on the 15 February in the Adampan area of the Mannar District, according to the Prime Minister’s Media Division.Speaking further, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated:“You know that our government has brought about a change in women’s representation. According to statistics, about 52% of the population are women. That means…

Three individuals, including a woman, have been apprehended at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) by the Airport Police Narcotics Division in Wellampitiya while in possession of over 16 kilograms of ‘Kush’ narcotics.The seized stock of ‘Kush’ is estimated to have a street value of over Rs. 160 million.The arrested suspects have been identified as residents of Colombo and Wellampitiya. The two men are aged 33 and 28, while the woman is 35 years old.According to police, one of the suspects operates a spa business.The trio allegedly purchased the narcotics in Bangkok, Thailand, and traveled via Dubai, arriving at Katunayake Airport…

The Students’ Union of the Faculty of Management at the Rajarata University says that there is an approximately 50% shortage of lecturers and professors within the state university system, adding that the issue has become particularly severe at the Rajarata University.The President of the Faculty’s Students’ Union, Thilina Nirosh, stated that although nearly 2,000 students are currently pursuing their studies at the Faculty of Management, only 12 professors are available, which severely disrupts the academic work.He further pointed out that the Faculty of Management at the Rajarata University is presently experiencing a 45% shortage of lecturers and professors. Consequently, students’ learning…

Members of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) are refraining from appearing before courts island-wide on behalf of any cases today (16).The decision was taken at a special general meeting held yesterday (15) in response to the recent shooting and killing of a lawyer and his wife in Akuregoda, Thalangama. BASL President Attorney Rajeev Amarasuriya noted that the BASL members held detailed deliberations on the implications of the attack and agreed to refrain from court proceedings today in a show of solidarity and protest.He said the decision reflects the collective stance of the legal community in response to an attack…

Tickets for the ICC T20I World Cup match between Sri Lanka and Australia, scheduled to be played at the Pallekelle Stadium on 16 February (Monday), have been completely sold out.Accordingly, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has requested the public not to rush to ticket counters, as no further tickets are available.

A woman has died while three others sustained injuries after being attacked by a wild elephant that stormed into the Valaichchenai town in Batticaloa this morning.It is reported that two wild elephants had entered Valaichchenai town and the surrounding village areas at around 6:00 a.m. today (13).During the intrusion, a 68-year-old woman who was selling string hoppers was attacked and killed by one of the rampaging elephants, said Ada Derana reporter.