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February 18, 2026
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Ramadan crescent sighted in Sri Lanka, fasting begins from Thursday,Feb.19
RUZAIK FAROOK COLOMBO ; As the first moon (crescent) of the month of Ramadan has been sighted, Muslims in Sri Lanka will begin the month of fasting from Thursday February 19th. The decision was taken at Wednesday’s 18th February evening conference at Colombo Grand Mosque. Muslim Religious and Cultural Affairs Department Director M.S.M. Nawas, All...
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February 18, 2026
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Maithree Wickremesinghe summoned before FCID on Feb. 20
COLOMBO; Maithree Wickremesinghe, the wife of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, has been notified to appear before the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) on February 20. This was revealed by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) when the case related to the alleged misappropriation of public funds by former President Ranil Wickremesinghe was taken up before the...
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February 18, 2026
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High Level Discussion on Combating Illegal Fishing Activities Held at the Parliament Complex
COLOMBO : A high level meeting on combating illegal fishing activities was convened yesterday (17 Feb) at the Parliament Complex. The meeting was jointly chaired by the Hon. Minister of Justice and National Integration, Harshana Nanayakkara, the Hon. Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd.), and the Hon. Deputy Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic...
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February 18, 2026
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The Managing Director of the IMF commends the Government’s efforts towards stabilizing its economy
COLOMBO : The Managing Director, Dr. Kristalina Georgieva, commended the Government’s efforts in stabilizing the country’s economy and in managing recent economic and natural shocks. She noted that Cyclone Ditwah had caused severe impacts, especially on economically vulnerable communities, underscoring the importance of targeted support and resilience-building measures. The Prime Minister expressed appreciation for the...
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February 18, 2026
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Takaichi reelected as Japan’s prime minister with a goal of pushing to the right
TOKYO : Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was reappointed Wednesday by Parliament to form her second Cabinet, following last week’s landslide election win that she hopes will allow a hard-right move to the country’s policies. All previous ministers are expected to be retained. Takaichi will look to use the symbolism of the day, seen as...
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