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Three killed in Amithirigala carmotorcycle collision
Three people were killed in a car-motorcycle collision in Amithirigala, Thalduwa, this afternoon. Police said a car collided with a motorcycle, leading to the fatal crash. The report was released via Ada Derana RSS on February 8, 2026, at 10:23 PM. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118177
Use of jawbreaker results in the death of another wild elephant
An additional wild elephant died in Morawewa, Trincomalee after consuming a jawbreaker, also known as hakka patas. The incident was reported by AdaDerana RSS on February 8, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118174
Belgium-manufactured revolver recovered during special operation in Dungalpitiya
During a special operation in Dungalpitiya, Negombo, authorities recovered a revolver manufactured in Belgium. The report, published via AdaDerana RSS on February 8, 2026, notes the weapon’s recovery as part of ongoing security efforts in the area. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118173
Cabinet to review National Electricity Policy and Tariff Policy as CEB restructuring nears completion
A cabinet paper is expected to be presented tomorrow outlining the National Electricity Policy and National Electricity Tariff Policy, signaling the final phase of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) restructuring. The move aims to review and finalize policy frameworks as the restructuring nears completion. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118169
Christchurch mosque terrorist s Court of Appeal hearing to begin
An appeal hearing for the Christchurch mosque attacker is set to begin. The 35-year-old Australian, who killed 51 people in the March 15, 2019 attacks, is applying for leave to challenge his conviction and sentence. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118168
Printing of vehicle number plates to resume within next three months DMT
According to the Department of Motor Traffic, printing of permanent vehicle number plates will resume within the next three months. The DMT has announced plans to restart production, signaling an upcoming return of permanent plates. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=118167