Ada Derana
WHO confirms Nipah virus death in Bangladesh, risk of global spread low
The World Health Organization confirmed a Nipah virus death in Bangladesh—a woman in her 40s. However, the WHO says the risk of international spread remains low. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118212
Police open fire at fleeing lorry in Ambalangoda; Duo arrested with Ice and cattle
Police opened fire on a fleeing lorry that refused to stop in Andadola, Ambalangoda. Two suspects were arrested, allegedly with Ice (crystal meth) and cattle. The incident occurred today, February 9, 2026, according to AdaDerana RSS. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118211
Myanmar hands over 500 MT of rice to cyclone victims in Sri Lanka
Myanmar has donated 500 metric tons of rice to Sri Lanka to aid those affected by Cyclone Ditwah. The relief package aims to support cyclone survivors and relieve food shortages. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118208
Govt to reconsider Protection of Occupants Bill, one-month period for comments AG tells SC
Attorney General told the Supreme Court that the government will reconsider the Protection of Occupants Draft Bill recently introduced in Parliament. It will open a one-month period for comments as part of the reconsideration process. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118207
Further hearing of GI pipes case against Keheliya in March
Colombo High Court orders the CIABOC-bribery case involving former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and two others to have a further hearing on March 14, 2026. The case concerns GI pipes. Ada Derana RSS article dated February 9, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118206
Hearing of case against Yoshitha and his grandmother postponed to April
The Colombo High Court postponed the hearing in the case against Yoshitha Rajapaksa and his grandmother Daisy Forest, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, delaying proceedings until 24 April 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118204
Ministry cannot express stance on fishermen s protest until Feb. 27 Dy Minister
Sri Lanka’s Fisheries Ministry says it cannot take a position on a fishermen’s protest until February 27. Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage said the Satyagraha campaign, led by fishermen seeking repeal of the tractor-mounted winch ban for Madel (seine nets) fishing, requires further consideration. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118203
Several mortar shells discovered in Kalutara residential garden
Several mortar shells were found in the garden of a residence in the Parakum Mawatha area of Central Junction, Kalutara. The discovery was reported on Ada Derana RSS on February 9, 2026. Authorities were alerted for investigation. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118202
Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thero and others further remanded
Four Buddhist monks, including Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thero, along with six other individuals, were further remanded until February 11, 2026 by the Trincomalee Magistrate’s Court. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118200