3.9 magnitude earthquake strikes off Trincomalee coast
An earthquake of 3.9 magnitude was recorded on Thursday (18) in the sea area off the coast of Trincomalee, according to the Geological Survey and Mines Bureau of Sri Lanka (GSMB). MORE..
- Wife of ‘Backhoe Saman’ further remanded
- Shop at Dambulla market destroyed in fire
- One lane opposite CEB head office closed due to protest
- Air India crash victims’ families sue aerospace firms Boeing and Honeywell
- Businessman arrested for selling foreign cigarettes to schoolchildren
- Sri Lanka’s overseas missions directed to identify new export markets, attract sustainable foreign investments
- Dambulla Waste Management Facility no longer operational
- Former S’gamuwa Minister remanded over misappropriation of state funds
- 3.9 magnitude earthquake strikes off Trincomalee coast
- ‘Disrupt Asia 2025’ aims to unlock Sri Lanka as South Asia’s innovation hub
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‘Disrupt Asia 2025’ aims to unlock Sri Lanka as South Asia’s innovation hub
The second day of Disrupt Asia 2025, Sri Lanka’s premier startup conference and innovation festival running from September 17–20, unfolded today at Cinnamon Life with the main conference, drawing international attention and underscoring the country’s ambition to position itself as South Asia’s emerging innovation hub. MORE..
Former S’gamuwa Minister remanded over misappropriation of state funds
Former Minister of the Sabaragamuwa Provincial Council Athula Kumara Rahubaddha has been remanded until October 02 by the Embilipitiya Magistrate’s Court today (18), Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Dambulla Waste Management Facility no longer operational
The Dambulla Waste Management Facility, an award-winning waste management project in the country initiated with an investment of around Rs. 650 million, has reportedly become completely inactive. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s overseas missions directed to identify new export markets, attract sustainable foreign investments
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath, along with the Minister of Industry, Sunil Handunneththi, and Minister of Trade, Wasantha Samarasinghe, launched an integrated mechanism to enhance collaboration between Sri Lanka’s overseas Missions and national institutions. MORE..
Businessman arrested for selling foreign cigarettes to schoolchildren
A businessman has been arrested by the police on suspicion of selling illegally imported cigarettes to schoolchildren in the Thanamalwila area. MORE..
Air India crash victims’ families sue aerospace firms Boeing and Honeywell
The families of four passengers who died on an Air India jet that crashed in June have filed a lawsuit in the US against planemaker Boeing and aircraft parts maker Honeywell, accusing the companies of negligence. MORE..
One lane opposite CEB head office closed due to protest
One lane on the road from Slave Island to Lake House roundabout has been closed due to a protest staged by CEB employees opposite of the CEB head office, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Shop at Dambulla market destroyed in fire
A fire broke out in a shop within the Dambulla weekly market belonging to the Dambulla Municipal Council early this morning (18). MORE..
Wife of ‘Backhoe Saman’ further remanded
The wife of underworld figure ‘Backhoe Saman’, Shadhika Lakshani has been further remanded until September 25 by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Restrictions imposed on entry to BIA Departure Lobby amended
Restrictions imposed to enter the Departure Lobby of the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) have been amended. MORE..
Kandy Dalada Maligawa Diyawadana Nilame election date announced
The election for the Diyawadana Nilame of the Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy is scheduled to take place on or around November 7, the Commissioner General of Buddhist Affairs, Gamini Senarathna has stated. MORE..
Former NLB Director Thusitha Halloluwa granted bail
Former Executive Director of the National Lotteries Board, Thusitha Halloluwa has been granted bail after being produced before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Body found in canal in Tissamaharama – Friend arrested over suspected murder
A body of a male has been discovered in a canal located in the Sandungama, within the Tissamaharama Police Division. MORE..
Israel opens new route out of Gaza City, death toll passes 65,000
The Israeli military said it was opening an additional route for 48 hours that Palestinians could use to leave Gaza City as it stepped up efforts on Wednesday to empty the city of civilians and confront thousands of Hamas combatants. MORE..
Five people at risk of dying daily due to chronic kidney disease in Sri Lanka
Approximately five individuals in Sri Lanka are at risk of dying daily due to chronic kidney disease, the National Unit for Kidney Disease Prevention and Research states. MORE..
Former S’gamuwa Minister remanded over misappropriation of state funds
Former Minister of the Sabaragamuwa Provincial Council Athula Kumara Rahubaddha has been remanded until October 02 by the Embilipitiya Magistrate’s Court today (18), Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Dambulla Waste Management Facility no longer operational
The Dambulla Waste Management Facility, an award-winning waste management project in the country initiated with an investment of around Rs. 650 million, has reportedly become completely inactive. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s overseas missions directed to identify new export markets, attract sustainable foreign investments
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath, along with the Minister of Industry, Sunil Handunneththi, and Minister of Trade, Wasantha Samarasinghe, launched an integrated mechanism to enhance collaboration between Sri Lanka’s overseas Missions and national institutions. MORE..
Businessman arrested for selling foreign cigarettes to schoolchildren
A businessman has been arrested by the police on suspicion of selling illegally imported cigarettes to schoolchildren in the Thanamalwila area. MORE..
Air India crash victims’ families sue aerospace firms Boeing and Honeywell
The families of four passengers who died on an Air India jet that crashed in June have filed a lawsuit in the US against planemaker Boeing and aircraft parts maker Honeywell, accusing the companies of negligence. MORE..
One lane opposite CEB head office closed due to protest
One lane on the road from Slave Island to Lake House roundabout has been closed due to a protest staged by CEB employees opposite of the CEB head office, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Shop at Dambulla market destroyed in fire
A fire broke out in a shop within the Dambulla weekly market belonging to the Dambulla Municipal Council early this morning (18). MORE..
Wife of ‘Backhoe Saman’ further remanded
The wife of underworld figure ‘Backhoe Saman’, Shadhika Lakshani has been further remanded until September 25 by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Restrictions imposed on entry to BIA Departure Lobby amended
Restrictions imposed to enter the Departure Lobby of the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) have been amended. MORE..
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Technology
Meta launches smart glasses with built-in display, reaching for ‘superintelligence’
Meta Platforms on Wednesday launched its first consumer-ready smart glasses with a built-in display, seeking to extend the momentum of its Ray-Ban line, one of the early consumer hits of the artificial intelligence era. MORE..
UK regulator proposes exempting crypto firms from ‘integrity’ and other rules
UK regulator proposes exempting crypto firms from ‘integrity’ and other rules
Crypto firms in Britain could be exempted from rules that ensure financial services companies act with integrity and in the interests of customers, under new proposals outlined by the Financial Conduct Authority on Wednesday. MORE..
YouTube announces expanded suite of tools for creators in latest AI push
YouTube announces expanded suite of tools for creators in latest AI push
YouTube is introducing a slew of AI-powered tools aimed at lightening creators’ workloads. MORE..
Trump says US has a buyer for TikTok
Trump says US has a buyer for TikTok
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the U.S. and China have a deal that would keep TikTok operating in the United States, transferring its U.S. assets to U.S. owners from China’s ByteDance, potentially resolving a saga that has lingered for nearly a year. MORE..
Entertainment
Jimmy Kimmel taken off air over Charlie Kirk comments
ABC has pulled late-night host Jimmy Kimmel off air indefinitely over comments he made about the shooting of right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk. MORE..
Rajinikanth opens up on film with Kamal Haasan after 46 years: “Director yet to be decided”
Rajinikanth opens up on film with Kamal Haasan after 46 years: “Director yet to be decided”
Indian Superstar Rajinikanth today (17) confirmed that discussions are underway for a big-ticket film that would reunite him with fellow legend Kamal Haasan on screen after 46 years. MORE..
Oscar-winning actor, director and activist Robert Redford dies at 89
Oscar-winning actor, director and activist Robert Redford dies at 89
Robert Redford, the Hollywood golden boy who became an Oscar-winning director, liberal activist and godfather for independent cinema under the name of one of his best-loved characters, died Tuesday at 89. MORE..
HBO Max to enter Sri Lanka on October 15
HBO Max to enter Sri Lanka on October 15
Warner Bros. Discovery today announced that its premier global streaming service HBO Max will launch direct-to-consumer in new markets across Asia Pacific on October 15, including Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Macau, Mongolia, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. MORE..
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
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UK
Sterling Pound |
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Europe
Euro |
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Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
375.0007 | 390.3287 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
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Australia
Australian Dollar |
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Singapore
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Japan
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Kuwait
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Dinar | 989.6041 |
Oman
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Rial | 784.3271 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 82.8471 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 80.4909 |
UAE
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Dirham | 82.2245 |
Sports
Asia Cup 2025: Afghanistan win toss, bat first against Sri Lanka
Afghanistan have won the toss and opted to bat first against Sri Lanka in the 11th fixture of the ACC Men’s Asia Cup 2025 here at the Zayed Cricket Stadium on Thursday. MORE..
Spain threatens to boycott 2026 World Cup if Israel qualifies
Spanish government officials have suggested they could pull their national team out of the 2026 World Cup. MORE..
Jake Paul fight with Gervonta Davis moved from Atlanta to Miami
The Nov. 14 bout between Jake Paul and Gervonta “Tank” Davis, a match questioned because of the wide discrepancy in their fighting weights, has moved from Atlanta to Miami, Paul’s promoter Most Valuable Promotions announced on Wednesday afternoon. MORE..
2025 Asia Cup: Sri Lanka to take on Afghanistan in pivotal game in Abu Dhabi
Sri Lanka will take on Afghanistan in a pivotal 2025 Asia Cup game at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi, today (18). MORE..
2025 Asia Cup: Pakistan set up India match with win over UAE
Pakistan set up another meeting against India with a 41-run victory over the United Arab Emirates at the Asia Cup. MORE..
