Former Secretary to the President Saman Ekanayake has been further remanded until February 18 by the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court, according to Ada Derana RSS. The extension indicates ongoing legal proceedings related to his case, with authorities continuing to hold him as the investigation proceeds. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118315
A group of Buddhist monks bearing a message of peace arrived in Washington, D.C., after a 2,300-mile, 15-week trek from Texas, greeted by large, joyful crowds as they completed their Walk for Peace. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118314
Over a million devotees venerated sacred Devnimori relics in Sri Lanka as the Exposition of the Holy Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha concluded successfully at Gangaramaya Temple, Colombo. The sacred relics departed for India on February 11. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118313
Shannon Cowlin, newly appointed ADB Country Director for Sri Lanka, and the ADB delegation held discussions with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Prime Minister’s Office, assuring continued support to Sri Lanka. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118312
Twelve individuals have been sentenced to death for the 2022 murder of former Polonnaruwa District MP Amarakeerthi Athukorala. The verdict underscores ongoing political violence in Sri Lanka. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118310
A group of Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MPs filed a bribery complaint with Sri Lanka’s Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption. They allege the Speaker’s Private Secretary is hindering investigations into a prior complaint against Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118309
US President Donald Trump again claims he prevented an India-Pakistan war that could have escalated to nuclear conflict by using tariffs as leverage. The piece notes this is another repetition of his assertion. Source: AdaDerana RSS, February 11, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118308
Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga warns that Sri Lanka could face further instability unless governance reforms are made. She stresses that a professional, honest public service is essential to uphold the state’s foundations and prevent deterioration. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118307
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with a group of plantation workers along the Nanu Oya–Radella road this morning on February 11, 2026, engaging in a discussion with them. He was warmly welcomed by the workers, highlighting ongoing dialogue between leadership and plantation communities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118306