Significant progress made in probe into USD 2.5M cyber heist - Dy Minister
Significant progress has been made in investigations into the incident in which a loan installment of USD 2.5 million owed by the government to a foreign entity was diverted to an external party, the Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, Eranga Weeraratne stated. MORE..
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- Frequent lightning threat endangers lives of Pitakanda residents
- Sri Lanka’s fuel import bill expected to rise sharply in 2026 – CBSL forecast
- El Nino conditions likely to emerge by May-July 2026, says World Meteorological Organisation
- Four arrested in Pettah with stock of narcotics pills worth Rs. 20 million
- Sajith calls for Parliamentary Select Committee to probe US$2.5M treasury payment
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Electricity Board records Rs. 38.7 billion loss in 2025 despite tariff revisions – CBSL
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Sajith calls for Parliamentary Select Committee to probe US$2.5M treasury payment
The Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa has called for the appointment of a Parliamentary Select Committee to investigate the incident in which the Treasury allegedly transferred US$2.5 million to a third-party account. MORE..
Four arrested in Pettah with stock of narcotics pills worth Rs. 20 million
Four individuals have been arrested at four separate locations in Pettah in connection with the possession and distribution of a large stock of narcotics tablets valued at nearly Rs. 20 million. MORE..
El Nino conditions likely to emerge by May-July 2026, says World Meteorological Organisation
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Sri Lanka’s fuel import bill expected to rise sharply in 2026 – CBSL forecast
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Frequent lightning threat endangers lives of Pitakanda residents
Residents of Pitakanda village in the Ayagama Divisional Secretariat Division of Ratnapura District are calling for the installation of lightning protection systems owing to the serious and ongoing threat due to frequent lightning strikes. MORE..
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Americans blame Trump for gas price surge, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
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126 drunk drivers arrested during special police operation
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Scam Alert: Public warned of new digital scam involving malicious APK files
Sri Lanka Police have announced that it successfully identified information regarding a new digital scam targeting bank accounts. MORE..
Tehran’s Imam Khomeini airport resumes some international flights
Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport resumed some international flights this morning. MORE..
Suspect arrested at BIA with foreign cigarettes worth Rs. 38.67 mln
A suspect has been arrested by Sri Lanka Customs officials at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle a consignment of foreign-made cigarettes and electronic cigarettes valued at Rs. 38.67 million into the country. MORE..
Sri Lanka Police urge public discipline for “Walk for Peace” journey
Sri Lanka Police have requested the public to maintain strict discipline and restraint to ensure the success of the internationally acclaimed “Ehipassiko – Walk for Peace.” MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and North-Western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals exceed 840,000 so far this year
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) stated that the number of tourist arrivals in Sri Lanka so far has crossed the 840,000 mark. MORE..
Sajith calls for Parliamentary Select Committee to probe US$2.5M treasury payment
The Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa has called for the appointment of a Parliamentary Select Committee to investigate the incident in which the Treasury allegedly transferred US$2.5 million to a third-party account. MORE..
Four arrested in Pettah with stock of narcotics pills worth Rs. 20 million
Four individuals have been arrested at four separate locations in Pettah in connection with the possession and distribution of a large stock of narcotics tablets valued at nearly Rs. 20 million. MORE..
El Nino conditions likely to emerge by May-July 2026, says World Meteorological Organisation
The latest monthly Global Seasonal Climate Update issued by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has indicated a clear shift in the Equatorial Pacific, with rapidly rising sea-surface temperatures pointing towards a likely return of El Nino conditions as early as May-July 2026. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s fuel import bill expected to rise sharply in 2026 – CBSL forecast
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has projected a significant increase in the country’s fuel import expenditure in 2026, citing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and continued volatility in global oil markets as key contributing factors. MORE..
Frequent lightning threat endangers lives of Pitakanda residents
Residents of Pitakanda village in the Ayagama Divisional Secretariat Division of Ratnapura District are calling for the installation of lightning protection systems owing to the serious and ongoing threat due to frequent lightning strikes. MORE..
Americans blame Trump for gas price surge, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
A clear majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for surging gasoline prices, which is weighing on his Republican Party ahead of November’s congressional midterm elections, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll. MORE..
126 drunk drivers arrested during special police operation
A total of 20 individuals directly linked to criminal activities have been identified and arrested under the ‘Nation United - National Drive’ campaign aimed at eradicating narcotics from the country, according to a report issued yesterday (24). MORE..
US freezes US$344 million in Iran-linked crypto assets
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Scam Alert: Public warned of new digital scam involving malicious APK files
Sri Lanka Police have announced that it successfully identified information regarding a new digital scam targeting bank accounts. MORE..
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Norway government plans social media ban for children under 16
Norway’s government said on Friday it will propose a ban on the use of social media for children under the age of 16, and will make technology companies responsible for age verification of young users. MORE..
Billionaire backer sues Trump family’s crypto firm over alleged extortion
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The Trump family’s World Liberty Financial crypto venture is being sued by one of its billionaire backers over allegations of extortion. MORE..
Ping-pong robot Ace makes history by beating top-level human players
Ping-pong robot Ace makes history by beating top-level human players
An autonomous robot ping-pong player dubbed Ace has achieved a milestone for AI and robotics in Tokyo by competing against and sometimes defeating top-level human players at table tennis, a feat that could presage an array of other applications for similarly adept robots. MORE..
Turkey Parliament votes to ban Social Media for under-15s
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The Turkish parliament voted on Wednesday to prevent children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms, state media agency Anadolu reported, the latest country to try such a ban.
Entertainment
Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny top Spotify’s first all-time most streamed artists list
Taylor Swift has topped Spotify’s first ever list of the most streamed artists of all time, published Thursday morning. MORE..
“Beauty of Sri Lanka” exhibition to be held in Los Angeles
“Beauty of Sri Lanka” exhibition to be held in Los Angeles
The “Beauty of Sri Lanka” photography exhibition, aimed at showcasing the island’s splendor to a global audience, is scheduled to be held on April 25 in Los Angeles, United States. MORE..
Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount’s $111bn takeover
Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount’s $111bn takeover
Warner Bros Discovery shareholders have approved the company’s $111bn (£82bn) takeover by Paramount in a deal which could drastically alter the media landscape. MORE..
French-Algerian author Kamel Daoud says Algeria sentenced him to 3 years for award-winning novel
French-Algerian author Kamel Daoud says Algeria sentenced him to 3 years for award-winning novel
French-Algerian author Kamel Daoud said Wednesday that he has been sentenced to three years in prison in Algeria for his book “Houris,” a recipient of France’s most prestigious literary award. MORE..
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
314.0369 | 321.8767 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
421.4696 | 434.5032 |
Europe
Euro |
365.4493 | 377.2336 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
396.2501 | 412.1364 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
227.8146 | 236.0161 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
221.6261 | 231.3403 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
243.9104 | 253.4232 |
Japan
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1.9583 | 2.0242 |
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Bahrain
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Dinar | 839.8761 |
Kuwait
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Dinar | 1,030.4110 |
Oman
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Rial | 823.8203 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 86.9986 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 84.5631 |
UAE
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Dirham | 86.3496 |
Sports
Sri Lanka Olympic Committee heads to polls with five Presidential hopefuls
The election to appoint officials to the National Olympic Committee for the next four-year term is scheduled to be held today at 4:00 p.m. at the Sri Lanka Olympic House. MORE..
Portugal’s Fernandes hopes to win World Cup to crown Ronaldo’s career
Portugal midfielder Bruno Fernandes expressed hope that he and his teammates can help crown Cristiano Ronaldo’s international career by winning the 2026 World Cup. MORE..
Sri Lanka-New Zealand U85kg rugby opener at Racecourse today
The opening game of the two-match series between Sri Lanka Tuskers and the visiting New Zealand Under 85kg Rugby team is scheduled to get underway at the Racecourse International Rugby Stadium in Colombo this evening (25). MORE..
Formula 1 returns to Turkey from 2027 on 5-year contract
The Turkish Grand Prix is back on the Formula 1 calendar next season for the first time since 2021, on a five-year agreement. MORE..
New coach Kirsten faces ‘a lot of learning’ to rebuild Sri Lanka
New Sri Lanka head coach Gary Kirsten says understanding the island’s cricketing identity will be central to rebuilding the team for the World Cup. MORE..
