National Vesak Week begins today
Sri Lanka marks the beginning of National Vesak Week today (10), commemorating the 2,569th ‘Sambuddha Jayanthi’ (Sambudhu Themagula). MORE..
- Evening showers expected in several areas
- National Vesak Week begins today
- Pakistan says it has launched military offensive against India
- Disaster loan limit for public employees increased to Rs 400,000
- G7 urges India-Pakistan dialogue, US offers help on ‘constructive talks’
- Capacity crowd expected as Sri Lanka set to take on New Zealand U-85kg in Colombo today
- Dhammika Dasanayake to resign as Secretary of Constitutional Council
- Pakistan claims about India hitting Amritsar, Afghanistan false: Indian Foreign Secretary
- Fire breaks out at building in Vauxhall Street
- Fire breaks out in row of shops at Armour Street
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Fire breaks out in row of shops at Armour Street
A fire has reportedly broken out in a row of shops near the BCC Bridge on Armour Street in Colombo. MORE..
Fire breaks out at building in Vauxhall Street
A fire reportedly broke out in a building at Vauxhall Street in Colombo and spread to an adjacent building a short while ago. MORE..
Pakistan claims about India hitting Amritsar, Afghanistan false: Indian Foreign Secretary
Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Saturday said claims made by Pakistan on hitting several places in India were false and all accusations that New Delhi was attempting to hit Amritsar and Afghanistan were “ludicrous”. MORE..
Dhammika Dasanayake to resign as Secretary of Constitutional Council
Former Secretary General of Parliament Dhammika Dasanayake has decided to resign from the position of Secretary of the Constitutional Council (CC). MORE..
Capacity crowd expected as Sri Lanka set to take on New Zealand U-85kg in Colombo today
Experienced Dhanushka Ranjan will lead the Sri Lanka Tuskers against the New Zealand Under-85kg rugby team in the second game of the historic tour at the Racecourse International Stadium in Colombo this evening. MORE..
G7 urges India-Pakistan dialogue, US offers help on ‘constructive talks’
The Group of Seven (G7) major countries on Friday urged, opens new tab India and Pakistan to engage in direct dialogue as hostilities rise between the nuclear-armed neighbors, while the U.S. government said it has offered assistance in starting “constructive talks.” MORE..
Disaster loan limit for public employees increased to Rs 400,000
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has issued a new circular introducing revised provisions for the disbursement of disaster loans to public sector employees. MORE..
Pakistan says it has launched military offensive against India
Pakistan said it launched a military operation against India early on Saturday, targeting multiple bases including a missile storage site in northern India as the neighbours extended their worst fighting in nearly three decades. MORE..
Evening showers expected in several areas
Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva and Southern provinces and in Ampara and Batticaloa district after 1.00 p.m. today (10), the Department of Meteorology says. MORE...
Minister Nalinda elected President of Sri Lanka-India Parliamentary Friendship Association
Minister of Health and Mass Media and Chief Government Whip Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has been elected as the President of the Sri Lanka - India Parliamentary Friendship Association for the Tenth Parliament, the Department of Communications of Parliament said. MORE..
French Navy Ship ‘Beautemps-Beaupré’ arrives in Colombo
The French Navy Ship ‘Beautemps-Beaupré’ arrived at the Port of Colombo on a goodwill visit today (09 May 25). MORE..
Second phase of auctioning Presidential Secretariat’s luxury vehicles commences
The second phase of bidding has commenced for the sale of 27 luxury and decommissioned vehicles from the Presidential Secretariat, according to the President’s Media Division (PMD). MORE..
Teacher accused of molesting Kotahena schoolgirl sent on compulsory leave
The Ministry of Education says that the teacher allegedly involved in the incident of molesting the schoolgirl from Kotahena has been sent on compulsory leave after receiving a police ‘B report’. MORE..
52 fatalities from 79 shooting incidents reported within 7 months: Minister
Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala revealed that 79 shooting incidents have occurred in the country within the past 7 months, resulting in 52 fatalities and injuries to 35 individuals. MORE..
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All liquor stores, meat shops, casinos closed 3 days for Vesak
The Ministry of Public Administration and Home Affairs announced that all meat selling outlets, including supermarket counters, slaughter houses, betting centres, casinos and liquor serving or selling outlets have been informed to remain closed on May 12, 13 and 14. MORE..
Fire breaks out at building in Vauxhall Street
A fire reportedly broke out in a building at Vauxhall Street in Colombo and spread to an adjacent building a short while ago. MORE..
Pakistan claims about India hitting Amritsar, Afghanistan false: Indian Foreign Secretary
Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Saturday said claims made by Pakistan on hitting several places in India were false and all accusations that New Delhi was attempting to hit Amritsar and Afghanistan were “ludicrous”. MORE..
Dhammika Dasanayake to resign as Secretary of Constitutional Council
Former Secretary General of Parliament Dhammika Dasanayake has decided to resign from the position of Secretary of the Constitutional Council (CC). MORE..
Capacity crowd expected as Sri Lanka set to take on New Zealand U-85kg in Colombo today
Experienced Dhanushka Ranjan will lead the Sri Lanka Tuskers against the New Zealand Under-85kg rugby team in the second game of the historic tour at the Racecourse International Stadium in Colombo this evening. MORE..
G7 urges India-Pakistan dialogue, US offers help on ‘constructive talks’
The Group of Seven (G7) major countries on Friday urged, opens new tab India and Pakistan to engage in direct dialogue as hostilities rise between the nuclear-armed neighbors, while the U.S. government said it has offered assistance in starting “constructive talks.” MORE..
Disaster loan limit for public employees increased to Rs 400,000
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has issued a new circular introducing revised provisions for the disbursement of disaster loans to public sector employees. MORE..
Pakistan says it has launched military offensive against India
Pakistan said it launched a military operation against India early on Saturday, targeting multiple bases including a missile storage site in northern India as the neighbours extended their worst fighting in nearly three decades. MORE..
Evening showers expected in several areas
Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva and Southern provinces and in Ampara and Batticaloa district after 1.00 p.m. today (10), the Department of Meteorology says. MORE...
Minister Nalinda elected President of Sri Lanka-India Parliamentary Friendship Association
Minister of Health and Mass Media and Chief Government Whip Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has been elected as the President of the Sri Lanka - India Parliamentary Friendship Association for the Tenth Parliament, the Department of Communications of Parliament said. MORE..
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OpenAI scraps plans to transform into for-profit company
ChatGPT inventor OpenAI has reversed course on plans to transform into a for-profit company, announcing on Monday that it will remain under the control of its original non-profit entity. MORE..
Once every 76 years: Sri Lanka to witness Eta Aquarids meteor shower tomorrow
Once every 76 years: Sri Lanka to witness Eta Aquarids meteor shower tomorrow
Every spring, Earth passes through a cosmic trail left behind by one of the most famous visitors from the outer solar system: Halley’s Comet. The result is the Eta Aquarids meteor shower, a dazzling display of shooting stars that’s set to peak this year during the night of May 5, 2025 into the early hours of May 6, 2025. MORE..
Buffett to step down as Berkshire CEO after 60 years at helm, passes baton to Abel
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Warren Buffett is ending his career as perhaps the world’s most famous and revered investor, saying he will step down as chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of 2025, and hand over the reins to Vice Chairman Greg Abel. MORE..
TikTok hit with 530 million euro privacy fine in investigation into China data transfer
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A European Union privacy watchdog fined TikTok 530 million euros ($600 million) on Friday after a four-year investigation found that the video sharing app’s data transfers to China put users at risk of spying, in breach of strict EU data privacy rules. MORE..
Entertainment
Disney to open theme park in the Middle East
Walt Disney has announced plans to open its first theme park in the Middle East. MORE..
Sumitra Peries’ ‘Gehenu Lamai’ restored 4K version to premiere at Cannes Festival 2025
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‘Gehenu Lamai’, directed by the late Dr. Sumitra Peries, will be screened next week in the Official Selection of the Cannes Film Festival, which will be held from May 13 to May 24 in Cannes, France, under the Cannes Classics category. MORE..
Sotheby’s postpones auction of gems linked to Buddha after India threatens legal action
Sotheby’s postpones auction of gems linked to Buddha after India threatens legal action
Auction house Sotheby’s said on Wednesday that it had postponed the auction of a collection of hundreds of jewels linked to Buddha’s corporeal relics after India’s government threatened legal action and demanded the jewels be returned. MORE..
India slams auction of jewels linked to Buddha, calls for their return
India slams auction of jewels linked to Buddha, calls for their return
India’s government has slammed the proposed sale of a dazzling cache of jewels linked to the remains of the Buddha and called for their return to India, where they were dug up more than a century ago by a British colonial official. MORE..
Sports
Virat Kohli informs BCCI he wants to retire from Tests before England tour: Sources
Former India captain Virat Kohli has informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) of his intention to retire from Test cricket before the tour of England, which begins on 20 June, sources told India Today. MORE..
Capacity crowd expected as Sri Lanka set to take on New Zealand U85kg in Colombo today
Experienced Dhanushka Ranjan will lead the Sri Lanka Tuskers against the New Zealand Under-85kg rugby team in the second game of the historic tour at the Racecourse International Stadium in Colombo this evening. MORE..
Pakistan Super League postponed indefinitely: PCB sources
The 2025 edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) has been postponed indefinitely, a source within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed on Friday night. MORE..
IPL 2025 suspended indefinitely as India-Pakistan military tensions escalate
The Indian Premier League has been suspended amid mounting security concerns following the military escalation between India and Pakistan, the BCCI sources confirmed to Hindustan Times on Friday. MORE..
Pakistan Super League moved to UAE over India conflict
Pakistan’s T20 cricket league will be relocated to the United Arab Emirates, officials said Friday, after Indian attacks on the country including a drone that reached Rawalpindi stadium. MORE..
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
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UK
Sterling Pound |
388.6570 | 402.7714 |
Europe
Euro |
329.0717 | 342.1092 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
351.3273 | 367.2692 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
210.2418 | 219.0091 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
186.3349 | 196.1305 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
224.9838 | 234.9494 |
Japan
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2.0145 | 2.0922 |
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Bahrain
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Dinar | 793.8636 |
Kuwait
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Dinar | 974.5962 |
Oman
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Rial | 777.4492 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 82.0603 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 79.7959 |
UAE
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Dirham | 81.4883 |
