Sri Lanka’s export earnings top US$ 17 billion in 2025
The total export earnings of Sri Lanka in 2025 has been recorded at US$ 17,252.15 million, exceeding the figures recorded in 2024, Sri Lanka Customs data indicates. MORE..
- 2019 Easter Attacks: Case against Hemasiri, Pujith to be taken up once again in March
- SC informed orders have been issued preventing local agents of MV X-Press Pearl from leaving the country
- Sri Lanka’s export earnings top US$ 17 billion in 2025
- 20 injured following accident involving two buses and lorry in Yalkumbura
- Central Bank likely to hold rates ahead of IMF review, experts say
- Concerns raised as Sri Lanka see spike in crime among 16–22-year-olds
- President to inaugurate programme to restore religious sites damaged by Cyclone Ditwah
- Israel to reopen Gaza crossing after search for last dead hostage’s body ends
- French lawmakers to vote on social media ban for children
- Nine including foreign couple injured in car-van collision on Anuradhapura–Kandy road
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Nine including foreign couple injured in car-van collision on Anuradhapura–Kandy road
At least nine individuals, including a foreign couple, have been injured following a head-on collision between a car and a van on the Anuradhapura–Kandy main road. MORE..
Israel to reopen Gaza crossing after search for last dead hostage’s body ends
Israel says it has agreed to reopen the Gaza Strip’s key border crossing with Egypt only after an operation to retrieve the body of the last remaining Israeli hostage in the territory is complete. MORE..
President to inaugurate programme to restore religious sites damaged by Cyclone Ditwah
The government has decided to launch a national programme under the theme “Godanagamu Adhishtanaye Sanhinda” to promptly restore religious sites damaged by Cyclone Ditwah and make them available for worship and other religious activities. MORE..
Concerns raised as Sri Lanka see spike in crime among 16–22-year-olds
Criminal behavior among youth aged between 16 and 22 years has increased over the past 10 years, Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist Dr. Tharaka Fernando stated. MORE..
Central Bank likely to hold rates ahead of IMF review, experts say
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka is expected to maintain its key interest rate at 7.75% on Wednesday, a Reuters poll found, as an International Monetary Fund delegation reviews the sixth tranche of a crucial $2.9 billion package. MORE..
20 injured following accident involving two buses and lorry in Yalkumbura
At least 20 individuals have sustained injuries following an accident involving two buses and a lorry along the Bibile–Badulla Road in Yalkumbura this afternoon (26), police stated. MORE..
SC informed orders have been issued preventing local agents of MV X-Press Pearl from leaving the country
The Attorney General informed the Supreme Court today that orders have been obtained from the Colombo Magistrate’s Court and the Colombo High Court to prevent the directors of the local agent company of the MV X-Press Pearl from leaving the country. MORE..
2019 Easter Attacks: Case against Hemasiri, Pujith to be taken up once again in March
The Colombo High Court has ordered that the case filed against former Secretary to the Ministry of Defence Hemasiri Fernando and former IGP Pujith Jayasundara—who are accused of criminal negligence and failure to prevent the Easter Sunday attacks despite having received prior intelligence—be taken up again on 23 March. MORE..
30% of Sri Lanka’s adult population suffers from mental health issues – Experts
Approximately 30% of Sri Lanka’s adult population suffers from mental health issues, Consultant Psychiatrist Dr. Madhushani Dias has revealed. MORE..
Obama, Clinton say killings by immigration agents should be wake-up call for US
Former presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton issued pointed calls on Sunday for Americans to stand up and defend their values after the second killing of a citizen in Minneapolis by immigration agents that Donald Trump blamed on Democratic “chaos”. MORE..
Sajith pledges full support for proper implementation of education reforms
The Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa has assured that he would extend his full support if educational reforms are implemented in a proper and effective manner. MORE..
“Successful India makes world stable”: European Commission Chief
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Monday said that a “successful India” makes the world more “stable, prosperous and secure”, a statement that came ahead of the “historic” trade agreement between New Delhi and the 27-nation bloc. MORE..
Case filed against Diana Gamage adjourned till Feb. 16
Further examination of evidence in the case filed against former State Minister Diana Gamage is scheduled to be conducted on February 16. MORE..
Complaint lodged with CID over shortage of 40 cancer drugs and alleged sale of unregistered medicines
A complaint has been lodged with the Criminal Investigation Department today calling for an investigation into an alleged shortage of 40 cancer medications and claims that unregistered cancer drugs are currently circulating in the market. MORE..
India’s military might on full display at 77th Republic Day celebrations
India ushered in its 77th Republic Day on Monday (January 26, 2026) with a grand display of its military prowess that included missiles, warplanes, newly-raised units and lethal weapon systems used during Operation Sindoor. MORE..
Israel to reopen Gaza crossing after search for last dead hostage’s body ends
Israel says it has agreed to reopen the Gaza Strip’s key border crossing with Egypt only after an operation to retrieve the body of the last remaining Israeli hostage in the territory is complete. MORE..
President to inaugurate programme to restore religious sites damaged by Cyclone Ditwah
The government has decided to launch a national programme under the theme “Godanagamu Adhishtanaye Sanhinda” to promptly restore religious sites damaged by Cyclone Ditwah and make them available for worship and other religious activities. MORE..
Concerns raised as Sri Lanka see spike in crime among 16–22-year-olds
Criminal behavior among youth aged between 16 and 22 years has increased over the past 10 years, Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist Dr. Tharaka Fernando stated. MORE..
Central Bank likely to hold rates ahead of IMF review, experts say
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka is expected to maintain its key interest rate at 7.75% on Wednesday, a Reuters poll found, as an International Monetary Fund delegation reviews the sixth tranche of a crucial $2.9 billion package. MORE..
20 injured following accident involving two buses and lorry in Yalkumbura
At least 20 individuals have sustained injuries following an accident involving two buses and a lorry along the Bibile–Badulla Road in Yalkumbura this afternoon (26), police stated. MORE..
SC informed orders have been issued preventing local agents of MV X-Press Pearl from leaving the country
The Attorney General informed the Supreme Court today that orders have been obtained from the Colombo Magistrate’s Court and the Colombo High Court to prevent the directors of the local agent company of the MV X-Press Pearl from leaving the country. MORE..
2019 Easter Attacks: Case against Hemasiri, Pujith to be taken up once again in March
The Colombo High Court has ordered that the case filed against former Secretary to the Ministry of Defence Hemasiri Fernando and former IGP Pujith Jayasundara—who are accused of criminal negligence and failure to prevent the Easter Sunday attacks despite having received prior intelligence—be taken up again on 23 March. MORE..
30% of Sri Lanka’s adult population suffers from mental health issues – Experts
Approximately 30% of Sri Lanka’s adult population suffers from mental health issues, Consultant Psychiatrist Dr. Madhushani Dias has revealed. MORE..
Obama, Clinton say killings by immigration agents should be wake-up call for US
Former presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton issued pointed calls on Sunday for Americans to stand up and defend their values after the second killing of a citizen in Minneapolis by immigration agents that Donald Trump blamed on Democratic “chaos”. MORE..
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French lawmakers to vote on social media ban for children
French lawmakers on Monday (Jan 26) were set to vote on draft legislation to ban social media for under-15s, an effort championed by President Emmanuel Macron as a way to protect children from excessive screen time. MORE..
Apple reportedly plans to reveal its Gemini-powered Siri in February
Apple reportedly plans to reveal its Gemini-powered Siri in February
A new and improved Siri may finally make an appearance, but this time, it could be with a Google Gemini glow up. MORE..
Meta halts teens’ access to AI characters globally
Meta halts teens’ access to AI characters globally
Meta Platforms said on Friday it will suspend teenagers’ access to its existing AI characters across all of its apps worldwide, as it builds an updated iteration of those for teen users. MORE..
AI could be smarter than all of humanity in five years, says Elon Musk
AI could be smarter than all of humanity in five years, says Elon Musk
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said artificial intelligence (AI) is on track to become smarter than all of humanity combined within the next five years — a shift he believes will change how people work, move and even find purpose. MORE..
Entertainment
UK-Canada co-production ‘Baby Elephant School’ profiles Sri Lanka’s Udawalawe Sanctuary
A rare UK-Canada natural history co-pro will follow inhabitants at the world’s largest baby elephant sanctuary. MORE..
First lady Melania Trump previews new film at private White House screening
First lady Melania Trump previews new film at private White House screening
First lady Melania Trump hosted a private White House screening on Saturday of a new film documenting her life in the 20 days leading up to President Donald Trump’s second inauguration, the White House said. MORE..
Climber Alex Honnold scales 101-floor skyscraper without safety gear
Climber Alex Honnold scales 101-floor skyscraper without safety gear
American climber Alex Honnold has successfully scaled a Taiwan skyscraper without a rope, harness or safety equipment. MORE..
Shah Rukh Khan’s King release date announced
Shah Rukh Khan’s King release date announced
The much-anticipated release date of Siddharth Anand’s King, led by Shah Rukh Khan, is out. Set to be a major festive release, the film will hit the screens on December 24, 2026. MORE..
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Country |
Buying |
Selling |
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
306.0306 | 313.5677 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
417.1428 | 429.8203 |
Europe
Euro |
361.8096 | 373.4614 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
391.1485 | 406.6670 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
222.3358 | 230.3598 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
209.6809 | 219.0552 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
239.5350 | 248.8625 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9776 | 2.0441 |
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Currency |
Rate |
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Bahrain
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Dinar | 821.6940 |
Kuwait
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Dinar | 1,008.4743 |
Oman
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Rial | 804.7048 |
Qatar
|
Riyal | 84.9987 |
Saudi Arabia
|
Riyal | 82.6164 |
UAE
|
Dirham | 84.3461 |
Sports
Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur to receive Padma Shri Award
Harmanpreet Kaur and Rohit Sharma were among several sportspersons honoured with the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian honour. The central government announced a list of 131 awards on Sunday which included the two World Cup winning captains. MORE..
Joe Root backs Harry Brook to do ‘wonderful things’ as England captain
Joe Root believes Harry Brook will do “wonderful things” as England captain. MORE..
Tavi Samaraweera returns home with two U-11 World Table Tennis gold medals
Tavi Samaraweera, who won two Under-11 World Ranking Table Tennis tournaments, arrived in the country this morning (26). MORE..
Bangladesh won’t challenge ICC’s decision to replace them at T20 World Cup
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is not going to challenge the ICC’s decision to replace Bangladesh with Scotland in the upcoming T20 World Cup. Amzad Hossain, the BCB’s media committee chairman, made the announcement following a board meeting in Dhaka on Saturday. MORE..
Bangladesh absence from T20 World Cup a sad moment for the game: players body
The absence of Bangladesh from next month’s Twenty20 World Cup is a sad moment for the game and should serve as a call for stakeholders to work towards uniting the sport, not dividing it, the international cricketers’ association said on Sunday. MORE..
