Sri Lankan boat with nearly 300kg heroin and ‘Ice’ seized off Maldives
Six Sri Lankan fishermen along with a fishing vessel carrying nearly 300 kilograms of heroin and ‘Ice’ (crystal methamphetamine) have been arrested by the Maldivian Coast Guard. MORE..
- Ceylon Chamber welcomes Budget 2026, calls for swift implementation of reforms
- Three vehicles belonging to Sampath Manamperi seized in Middeniya
- NFF will not join opposition rally on Nov. 21 – Wimal
- 175 nursing lecturer vacancies to be filled immediately – Health Minister
- Three including woman arrested over Kotahena shooting
- Leasing facility rates for motor vehicles revised
- Sri Lankan boat with nearly 300kg heroin and ‘Ice’ seized off Maldives
- Three more suspects arrested over heroin seizure in Seenigama
- Tornado in southern Brazil kills six, injures hundreds
- Sri Lanka’s apparel exporters urges key reforms at Colombo Port to stay competitive
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Sri Lanka’s apparel exporters urges key reforms at Colombo Port to stay competitive
An apex body of Sri Lanka’s apparel exporters on Friday demanded reforms at the Colombo port and claimed that traders are losing their competitiveness in the region due to its efficiency plagued by delays. MORE..
Tornado in southern Brazil kills six, injures hundreds
A tornado accompanied by strong winds and heavy rain struck the southern Brazilian state of Parana, killing six people, the state government said on Saturday. MORE..
Three more suspects arrested over heroin seizure in Seenigama
Three more suspects have been arrested in connection with the recent seizure of a stock of heroin in the Seenigama area and the arrest of three individuals. MORE..
Leasing facility rates for motor vehicles revised
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), in its capacity as the Macroprudential Authority has issued directions to licensed commercial banks and licensed specialised banks, Licensed Finance Companies (LFCs) and Registered Finance Leasing Establishments (RFLEs) for the implementation of maximum caps on loan-to-value (LTV) ratio...MORE..
Three including woman arrested over Kotahena shooting
Three suspects including a woman have been apprehended in connection with the Kotahena shooting incident that claimed the life of one individual last night (07). MORE..
175 nursing lecturer vacancies to be filled immediately – Health Minister
The Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, has instructed officials to urgently recruit nursing lecturers due to a significant shortage in nursing schools. MORE..
NFF will not join opposition rally on Nov. 21 – Wimal
The National Freedom Front (NFF) has announced that the party will not participate in the rally organized by a coalition of several opposition parties, scheduled to be held on November 21. MORE..
Three vehicles belonging to Sampath Manamperi seized in Middeniya
Three vehicles allegedly owned by Sampath Manamperi, who is currently being held under a detention order, have been seized by officers of the Western Province North Crimes Division. MORE..
Ceylon Chamber welcomes Budget 2026, calls for swift implementation of reforms
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the National Budget 2026, stating that it reinforces policy predictability, fiscal consolidation, and disciplined debt management—elements critical for sustaining Sri Lanka’s medium-term reform agenda. MORE..
FM Vijitha Herath invites global fintech firm to invest in Sri Lanka
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, said that he held a productive meeting with the CEO of GTN Global and his team. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in several provinces and districts. MORE..
2026 Budget reflects unprecedented economic discipline – CCC Chairman
The 2026 Budget is a budget with unprecedented economic discipline, says Krishan Balendra, Chairman of Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC). MORE..
Indian intel agencies warn Dawood Ibrahim’s drug cartel now working with LTTE – report
Indian Intelligence agencies have been flagging concerns about the Dawood Ibrahim syndicate trying to explore routes through South India to further their drug business. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s special relationship with India must be protected – Sajith
In the latest episode of India Ascends on NDTV, Sri Lanka’s Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa discussed the future of India–Sri Lanka relations, the rise of China in the Indo-Pacific, and the country’s fragile financial outlook. MORE..
Turkey issues genocide arrest warrant against Netanyahu
Turkey announced Friday that it had issued arrest warrants for genocide against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and senior officials in his government over the war in Gaza. MORE..
Tornado in southern Brazil kills six, injures hundreds
A tornado accompanied by strong winds and heavy rain struck the southern Brazilian state of Parana, killing six people, the state government said on Saturday. MORE..
Three more suspects arrested over heroin seizure in Seenigama
Three more suspects have been arrested in connection with the recent seizure of a stock of heroin in the Seenigama area and the arrest of three individuals. MORE..
Leasing facility rates for motor vehicles revised
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), in its capacity as the Macroprudential Authority has issued directions to licensed commercial banks and licensed specialised banks, Licensed Finance Companies (LFCs) and Registered Finance Leasing Establishments (RFLEs) for the implementation of maximum caps on loan-to-value (LTV) ratio...MORE..
Three including woman arrested over Kotahena shooting
Three suspects including a woman have been apprehended in connection with the Kotahena shooting incident that claimed the life of one individual last night (07). MORE..
175 nursing lecturer vacancies to be filled immediately – Health Minister
The Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, has instructed officials to urgently recruit nursing lecturers due to a significant shortage in nursing schools. MORE..
NFF will not join opposition rally on Nov. 21 – Wimal
The National Freedom Front (NFF) has announced that the party will not participate in the rally organized by a coalition of several opposition parties, scheduled to be held on November 21. MORE..
Three vehicles belonging to Sampath Manamperi seized in Middeniya
Three vehicles allegedly owned by Sampath Manamperi, who is currently being held under a detention order, have been seized by officers of the Western Province North Crimes Division. MORE..
Ceylon Chamber welcomes Budget 2026, calls for swift implementation of reforms
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the National Budget 2026, stating that it reinforces policy predictability, fiscal consolidation, and disciplined debt management—elements critical for sustaining Sri Lanka’s medium-term reform agenda. MORE..
FM Vijitha Herath invites global fintech firm to invest in Sri Lanka
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, said that he held a productive meeting with the CEO of GTN Global and his team. MORE..
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Technology
Denmark’s government aims to ban access to social media for children under 15
Denmark’s government on Friday announced an agreement to ban access to social media for anyone under 15, ratcheting up pressure on Big Tech platforms as concerns grow that kids are getting too swept up in a digitized world of harmful content and commercial interests. MORE..
Elon Musk’s $1tn pay deal approved by Tesla shareholders
Elon Musk’s $1tn pay deal approved by Tesla shareholders
Tesla boss Elon Musk has had a record-breaking pay package that could be worth nearly $1tn (£760bn) approved by shareholders. MORE..
Media Law Forum relaunches 24/7 legal hotline for environmental journalists in Sri Lanka
Media Law Forum relaunches 24/7 legal hotline for environmental journalists in Sri Lanka
The Media Law Forum (MLF) announced the official relaunch of its Emergency Legal Hotline dedicated specifically to environmental journalists in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Amazon recovers from disruption as user reports fall sharply, Downdetector says
Amazon recovers from disruption as user reports fall sharply, Downdetector says
Amazon website recovered for most users in the United States on Wednesday, according to outage tracking website Downdetector.com. MORE..
Entertainment
Sivakarthikeyan-Sai Pallavi’s Amaran to open at IFFI 2025, nominated for Golden Peacock award
Sivakarthikeyan and Sai Pallavi’s blockbuster 2024 film Amaran, directed by Rajkumar Periyasamy continues to earn laurels a year after its release. MORE..
Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga lead 2026 Grammy nominations
Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga lead 2026 Grammy nominations
Lady Gaga and Kendrick Lamar lead the nominees for the 2026 Grammy Awards, while K-Pop has broken into the song of the year category for the first time. MORE..
Tamil Superstar Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan to reunite for Thalaivar 173
Tamil Superstar Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan to reunite for Thalaivar 173
Superstar Rajinikanth is set to headline a new film, ‘Thalaivar 173’, which will be directed by Sundar C and produced by Kamal Haasan. MORE..
Miss Universe president slams Thai director for Miss Universe Mexico ‘dumb’ remarks
Miss Universe president slams Thai director for Miss Universe Mexico ‘dumb’ remarks
Raul Rocha, the president of Miss Universe Organization, released a video on Wednesday condemning the actions of Nawat Itsaragrisil, director of Miss Universe Thailand, who was seen reprimanding Miss Universe contestants during a livestream on Tuesday. MORE..
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Buying |
Selling |
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
301.1033 | 308.6506 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
393.7443 | 406.2347 |
Europe
Euro |
346.0604 | 357.5253 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
370.4024 | 385.3232 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
211.8098 | 219.6859 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
192.7655 | 201.9010 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
228.9282 | 238.2603 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9577 | 2.0262 |
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Bahrain
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Dinar | 808.8968 |
Kuwait
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Dinar | 993.4167 |
Oman
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Rial | 792.0577 |
Qatar
|
Riyal | 83.6706 |
Saudi Arabia
|
Riyal | 81.3135 |
UAE
|
Dirham | 83.0349 |
Sports
Timor-Leste’s Suhail, Yahya become first-ever father-son duo to play an international cricket match
Suhail Sattar and Yahya Suhail became the first-ever father-son duo to play an international cricket match together during Timor-Leste’s T20I against Indonesia. MORE..
MS Dhoni confirms his availability with Chennai Super Kings for IPL 2026
Former Indian captain MS Dhoni is not done with the Indian Premier League (IPL) yet, as he is certain to feature in the next season for Chennai Super Kings (CSK). MORE..
SLC announces squads for Pakistan Tour 2025
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced the national squads for the upcoming tour of Pakistan, which will feature an ODI series and a T20I tri-series also involving Zimbabwe. MORE..
NFL player Marshawn Kneeland of Dallas Cowboys dies aged 24 in apparent suicide
Police in a Dallas suburb say 24-year-old Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland was found dead of an apparent suicide after evading authorities in his vehicle and fleeing the scene of an accident on foot. MORE..
Suresh Raina, Shikhar Dhawan’s Rs. 111.4 million assets attached in betting app money-laundering probe
Months after questioning former Indian cricketers, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) of India said Thursday that it has attached movable and immovable assets worth approximately Rs. 111.4 million belonging to Suresh Raina and Shikhar Dhawan in connection with a money laundering case linked to 1xBet, an online betting platform. MORE..
