Very heavy rains above 200 mm are likely in some areas today
Very heavy falls above 200 mm are likely at some places in North-central, North-western provinces and in Trincomalee district and above 150mm are likely at some places in North, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva, Western provinces and in Galle, Matara and Batticaloa districts.
- Discussions on introducing first-ever guaranteed price for maize
- Colombo-Kandy road temporary closed from Pahala Kadugannawa
- Sri Lankan film industry recorded highest-ever revenue in history in 2025 - Producers
- Flood warning extended for low-lying areas of Deduru Oya Basin
- Muslim schools in Eastern Province closed until further notice
- Colombo-Badulla trains to terminate at Nanu Oya
- Very heavy rains above 200 mm are likely in some areas today
- Major flood warning issued to residents of low-lying areas of Deduru Oya Basin
- Death toll in Hong Kong fire rises to 44 with 279 still missing, authorities say
- Trains services affected due to adverse weather
Hot News
Trains services affected due to adverse weather
Train services along the upcountry and coastal lines have been affected owing to adverse weather conditions.
Death toll in Hong Kong fire rises to 44 with 279 still missing, authorities say
At least 44 people have been killed in a major fire engulfing apartment blocks in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong, with 279 people not accounted for.
Major flood warning issued to residents of low-lying areas of Deduru Oya Basin
The Department of Irrigation has issued major flood warning for residents of low-lying areas along Deduru Oya Basin.
Colombo-Badulla trains to terminate at Nanu Oya
The Railway Department says that all upcountry train services between Colombo Fort and Badulla will terminate at Nanu Oya railway station until further notice, due to prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..
Muslim schools in Eastern Province closed until further notice
All Muslim schools within the Eastern Province will be closed from tomorrow (Thursday) until further notice due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions, the Eastern Province Governor Prof. Jayantha Lal Ratnasekera announced.
Flood warning extended for low-lying areas of Deduru Oya Basin
The Department of Irrigation has has extended the warning issued for a potential flood situation in low-lying areas along Deduru Oya Basin for a further 48 hours. MORE..
Sri Lankan film industry recorded highest-ever revenue in history in 2025 - Producers
The President stated that the advancement of cinema contributes to the spiritual and cultural development of a country’s citizens and that while safeguarding the domestic film industry, Sri Lankan audiences must be given the opportunity to watch international film productions. MORE..
Discussions on introducing first-ever guaranteed price for maize
Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation K. D. Lalkantha stated that the government will consider farmers’ proposals on introducing a guaranteed price for maize based on production costs, government intervention in purchasing harvests and establishing an appropriate mechanism for the process. MORE..
UNP announces full support for Sajith’s decision
The United National Party (UNP) states that it fully supports the decision taken by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa to take on the responsibility of merging the United National Party (UNP) and the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB). MORE..
Death toll in Hong Kong apartment complex fire rises to 13
A fire spread across multiple high-rise apartment buildings in a Hong Kong housing complex on Wednesday, killing 13 people and leaving others trapped inside, authorities said. MORE..
Road leading to Somawathiya Chaitya closed due to floods
The Polonnaruwa District Disaster Management Unit has closed the Somawathiya-Sungavila main road from 4.00 p.m. today (26) due to inundation following the overflowing of the Mahaweli River caused by the prevailing heavy rainfall experienced in the Polonnaruwa District. MORE..
Flood warning issued for low-lying areas in Kumbukkan Oya Basin
The Department of Irrigation has issued a warning of a potential flood situation in low-lying areas along Kumbukkan Oya Basin. MORE..
LC openings drop as pent-up demand for vehicle imports declines – CBSL chief
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe says that a large number of Letters of Credit (LCs) were opened this year due to “pent-up demand” following the lifting of vehicle import restrictions in February and that the demand for vehicle imports is expected to stabilize in coming months. MORE..
Flood warning issued for low-lying areas in Heda Oya Basin
The Department of Irrigation has issued a warning of a potential flood situation in low-lying areas along Heda Oya, for a period of 48 hours from 3.30 pm today (26). MORE..
Ex-SJB councillor and 6 others remanded over Tangalle narcotics seizure
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (26) ordered that seven suspects arrested in connection with the smuggling of nearly 376 kilograms of heroin and crystal methamphetamine (commonly known as “Ice”) into Sri Lanka off the coast of Tangalle, be remanded until December 09. MORE..
Death toll in Hong Kong fire rises to 44 with 279 still missing, authorities say
At least 44 people have been killed in a major fire engulfing apartment blocks in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong, with 279 people not accounted for.
Major flood warning issued to residents of low-lying areas of Deduru Oya Basin
The Department of Irrigation has issued major flood warning for residents of low-lying areas along Deduru Oya Basin.
Colombo-Badulla trains to terminate at Nanu Oya
The Railway Department says that all upcountry train services between Colombo Fort and Badulla will terminate at Nanu Oya railway station until further notice, due to prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..
Muslim schools in Eastern Province closed until further notice
All Muslim schools within the Eastern Province will be closed from tomorrow (Thursday) until further notice due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions, the Eastern Province Governor Prof. Jayantha Lal Ratnasekera announced.
Flood warning extended for low-lying areas of Deduru Oya Basin
The Department of Irrigation has has extended the warning issued for a potential flood situation in low-lying areas along Deduru Oya Basin for a further 48 hours. MORE..
Sri Lankan film industry recorded highest-ever revenue in history in 2025 - Producers
The President stated that the advancement of cinema contributes to the spiritual and cultural development of a country’s citizens and that while safeguarding the domestic film industry, Sri Lankan audiences must be given the opportunity to watch international film productions. MORE..
Discussions on introducing first-ever guaranteed price for maize
Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation K. D. Lalkantha stated that the government will consider farmers’ proposals on introducing a guaranteed price for maize based on production costs, government intervention in purchasing harvests and establishing an appropriate mechanism for the process. MORE..
UNP announces full support for Sajith’s decision
The United National Party (UNP) states that it fully supports the decision taken by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa to take on the responsibility of merging the United National Party (UNP) and the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB). MORE..
Death toll in Hong Kong apartment complex fire rises to 13
A fire spread across multiple high-rise apartment buildings in a Hong Kong housing complex on Wednesday, killing 13 people and leaving others trapped inside, authorities said. MORE..
Latest TV News Bulletin
Video of the Day
LIVE🔴 Ada Derana Prime Time News Bulletin 6.55 pm
Video of the Day
LIVE🔴 Ada Derana Prime Time News Bulletin 6.55 pm
Video Story
Minister Sunil Handunnetti files complaint with CID over 'altered' audio clip (English)
Technology
Uber, WeRide launch driverless robotaxis in Abu Dhabi
Uber Technologies rolled out driverless robotaxis in Abu Dhabi in partnership with Chinese autonomous-driving firm WeRide on Wednesday, following the tie-up they announced last year. MORE..
Apple set to become world’s top phone maker, overtaking Samsung
Apple set to become world’s top phone maker, overtaking Samsung
Apple Inc. will retake its crown as the world’s largest smartphone maker for the first time in more than a decade, lifted by the successful debut of a new iPhone series and a rush of consumers upgrading devices, according to Counterpoint Research. MORE..
HP to cut thousands of jobs due to AI adoption
HP to cut thousands of jobs due to AI adoption
Computer and printer maker HP announced Tuesday (Nov 25) a sweeping restructuring plan that will eliminate about 10 per cent of its workforce globally as the company pivots toward artificial intelligence to boost efficiency. MORE..
MrBeast and Rockefeller Foundation team up to inspire global youth action
MrBeast and Rockefeller Foundation team up to inspire global youth action
One of the most storied American philanthropies is teaming up with the internet’s biggest creator to instill young people with a concern for what they call the world’s “most vulnerable” populations. MORE..
Entertainment
Grace Richardson makes history as first openly gay Miss England
20-year-old student Grace Richardson made history when she became the first openly gay Miss England over the weekend. MORE..
Thai court issues arrest warrant for Miss Universe co-owner
Thai court issues arrest warrant for Miss Universe co-owner
A Thai court has issued an arrest warrant for the media mogul co-owner of the Miss Universe beauty pageant over alleged fraud worth US$930,000, a court official told AFP on Wednesday (Nov 26). MORE..
One spouse is enough, Vatican tells world’s Catholics
One spouse is enough, Vatican tells world’s Catholics
Happily ever after doesn’t require any complicated maths, the Vatican said on Tuesday -- for Catholics, one spouse is enough. MORE..
Superman issue found in attic by three brothers sells for $9.12M
Superman issue found in attic by three brothers sells for $9.12M
A copy of the first Superman issue, unearthed by three brothers cleaning out their late mother’s attic, netted $9.12 million this month at a Texas auction house which says it is the most expensive comic book ever sold. MORE..
Exchange Rates
Country |
Buying |
Selling |
|---|---|---|
USA
U.S.Dollar |
304.2022 | 311.7594 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
399.9587 | 412.5394 |
Europe
Euro |
351.1782 | 362.5703 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
374.7449 | 389.6400 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
214.8286 | 222.6313 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
195.4829 | 204.6096 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
232.2572 | 241.3395 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9453 | 2.0110 |
Country |
Currency |
Rate |
|---|---|---|
Bahrain
|
Dinar | 816.6954 |
Kuwait
|
Dinar | 1,002.9524 |
Oman
|
Rial | 799.7153 |
Qatar
|
Riyal | 84.4910 |
Saudi Arabia
|
Riyal | 82.0930 |
UAE
|
Dirham | 83.8388 |
Sports
FIFA announces procedures for 2026 World Cup draw
FIFA has announced the procedures of the final draw for the 2026 World Cup, which will take place at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC, the United States, on December 5. MORE..
Nissanka stars as Sri Lanka thrashes Zimbabwe by 9 wickets
Pathum Nissanka spearheaded Sri Lanka to defeat Zimbabwe by 9 wickets in in the fifth game of the Pakistan T20I Tri-Series in Rawalpindi. MORE..
T20I Tri-Series: Sri Lanka restricts Zimbabwe to 146/5
Zimbabwe posted a below-par 146/5 in the allotted 20 overs against Sri Lanka in the fifth game of the Pakistan T20I Tri-Series in Rawalpindi. MORE..
T20I Tri-Series: Zimbabwe opts to bat first against Sri Lanka
Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza has won the toss and elected to bat first against Sri Lanka in the fifth game of the Pakistan T20I Tri-Series in Rawalpindi. MORE..
Shohei Ohtani set to play for champion Japan again in WBC
Shohei Ohtani, a two-time World Series champion, will attempt to add a second World Baseball Classic title to his haul when he competes for the defending champion Japanese team again next year. MORE..
