Iran s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on Monday (Feb 16) began a series of military exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, state media reported on the eve of talks with the United States. MORE..

16 Feb 2026 (7:58 PM)

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasised that the Pakistan Interior Minister s visit, together with the arrival of the Pakistan national cricket team in Sri Lanka, has further strengthened the long-standing friendship between Sri Lanka and Pakistan. MORE..

16 Feb 2026 (7:39 PM)

Prabath Chandrakeerthi has been appointed as the Chief of Staff to the President. MORE..

16 Feb 2026 (7:17 PM)

Sri Lanka and Pakistan have decided to broaden collaboration between interior ministries, placing special emphasis on internal security coordination, counter-terrorism initiatives, and anti-narcotics operations. MORE..

16 Feb 2026 (6:46 PM)

Eight people have been killed and two others suffered minor burns following an explosion and fire at a fireworks shop in eastern China. MORE..

16 Feb 2026 (6:18 PM)

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to leave for India tomorrow (17) to attend the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in Delhi. MORE..

16 Feb 2026 (6:15 PM)