President Anura Kumara Dissanayake congratulated Bangladesh on its democratic elections, extending best wishes to the Bangladeshi people for reaffirming their faith in democracy after the polls. The message appeared in AdaDerana RSS on February 13, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118393
Five suspects, including former Minister Johnston Fernando and his two sons, were arrested by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division and have been further remanded until February 20 by the Wattala Magistrate’s Court. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118392
Waruna Sri Dhanapala has been appointed Secretary to the Ministry of Digital Economy by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, announced February 13, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118390
A joint operation in Masar, Palai police division, seized 30 kilograms of Kerala cannabis, valued at about Rs. 10.5 million on the street. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118389
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa alleges that all five coal shipments imported for Sri Lanka’s Lakvijaya Coal Power Plant in Norochcholai were substandard. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118387
The Ministry of Education announced that the first phase of the 2026 first school term ended today, February 13, 2026. More details are available via AdaDerana RSS. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118386
Colombo High Court fixed the Bribery Commission case against former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and his family for trial, over allegations of illegal acquisition of assets. Hearing set for April 27. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118385
Sri Lanka’s Vehicle Importers Association (VIASL) says a 2.5% tax on imported vehicles will take effect on April 1, 2026, potentially driving up vehicle prices. The association warns consumers to expect price hikes as the new levy applies. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118382
Police conducted island-wide anti-drug raids yesterday, arresting 820 individuals as part of the Nation United – National Drive crackdown. The operation targeted narcotics networks across the island, reflecting intensified efforts against drug trafficking. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118381
An Amber advisory for severe lightning has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for Sri Lanka’s Western, Sabaragamuwa and Southern provinces, published February 13, 2026 at 05:25 PM (via AdaDerana RSS). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118380