The United National Party (UNP) warned that the broad daylight killing of Attorney-at-Law Buddhika Mallawaarachchi and his wife on February 13, 2026, threatens the integrity of Asia’s oldest Western-based legal system. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118501
The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) says it will withdraw from health data reporting beginning February 18. The announcement, posted via AdaDerana RSS on February 16, 2026, indicates the association will no longer participate in health data submissions after that date. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118500
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Israel later this month for talks with Netanyahu, aiming to deepen bilateral ties in defence, agriculture, and counter-terrorism, according to official sources. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118499
Twenty-five Indian fishermen were arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy for allegedly fishing in Sri Lankan high seas in the Palk Strait on February 16, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118498
The Commissioner General of Examinations, A.K.S. Indika Kumari Liyanage, urged 2025 G.C.E. Ordinary Level candidates to pay close attention to the official timetable. Announcement shared via AdaDerana RSS on February 16, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118495
Colombo High Court has postponed the case against MP Namal Rajapaksa linked to the Krrish project deal, delaying proceedings until February 19. The update was reported by AdaDerana RSS on February 16, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118494
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya urged women to lead and sustain the reform begun, warning against racism that could derail the country’s progress. She emphasized collective action by women to advance the changes initiated and prevent backsliding. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118491
With two months before Tamil Nadu’s assembly elections, Chief Minister MK Stalin has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging a humane, pragmatic resolution to the long-pending citizenship issue and legal status of about 89,000 Sri Lankan Tamils living in the state for over four decades. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118490
Global AI leaders gather in New Delhi for a major summit addressing job disruption, child safety, and other societal risks. However, several attendees warn that the broad agenda could dilute momentum, reducing the likelihood of concrete commitments from world leaders on AI governance and safeguards. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118489
Police in Wattala seized a parcel in the Gaala Junction area containing live ammunition and SIM cards. The package has been taken into custody for investigation. Police are probing the source and intent behind the contraband. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118488