Donald Trump extends Iran ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz blockade
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would extend the U.S. ceasefire with Iran, which is set to expire Wednesday, despite calling off negotiations and warning earlier in the day he would resume bombing without a deal in place.
- Los Angeles schools set limits on classroom screen time
- Arrested Premalal Jayasekara brought to court
- External shocks to slow Sri Lanka’s economic growth in 2026: Prof. Priyanga Dunusinghe
- Opposition calls for key officials to testify before committee probing controversial release of 323 containers
- Former MP Premalal Jayasekara granted bail
- Thirteen killed in second India fireworks blast in three days
- Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay produced before Fort Magistrate’s Court
- Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces
- Second ship fired on in Strait of Hormuz - UKMTO
- Netflix cancels docuseries with Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson after fight
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Second ship fired on in Strait of Hormuz - UKMTO
The UK Maritime Trade Operations Centre (UKMTO) is reporting that a second vessel has been fired upon in the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-Western, North-Central, Southern and Uva provinces and in Ampara, and Batticaloa districts. MORE..
Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay produced before Fort Magistrate’s Court
The Former Director of the State Intelligence Service, Suresh Sallay, who is currently detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), has been produced before the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court under tight security by officers of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). MORE..
Thirteen killed in second India fireworks blast in three days
At least 13 people have been killed in an explosion at a firecracker factory in India’s southern state of Kerala, officials say. MORE..
Former MP Premalal Jayasekara granted bail
Former Ratnapura District Parliamentarian Premalal Jayasekara, who was arrested yesterday (21) in connection with an alleged incident of threatening an individual with a firearm, has been granted bail. MORE..
Opposition calls for key officials to testify before committee probing controversial release of 323 containers
Opposition members of the Parliamentary Committee appointed to investigate the release of 323 containers from the Colombo Harbour that were not subjected to mandatory physical inspection have submitted a proposal requesting the summoning of several high-ranking officials to give evidence. MORE..
External shocks to slow Sri Lanka’s economic growth in 2026: Prof. Priyanga Dunusinghe
Sri Lanka’s economic growth rate in 2026 is projected to be lower than the growth recorded in 2025, according to Professor in Economics at the Department of Economics, Priyanga Dunusinghe of the University of Colombo. MORE..
Arrested Premalal Jayasekara brought to court
Former Ratnapura District Parliamentarian Premalal Jayasekara, who was arrested yesterday (21) in connection with an alleged incident of threatening an individual with a firearm, has been brought to the Nuwara Eliya Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Retired Health Ministry legal officer arrested on bribery charges
A former Chief Legal Officer (retired) of the Ministry of Health has been arrested by officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption. MORE..
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard opens fire on ship in Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard opened fire Wednesday on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, damaging the ship and further raising the stakes as planned ceasefire talks in Pakistan failed to materialize. MORE..
Youth killed in motorcycle–jeep collision in Siyambalanduwa
An individual has been killed in an accident involving a motorcycle and a luxury jeep along the Siyambalanduwa– Ethimale road. MORE..
Everyone born in UK after 2008 to be banned from smoking
Children aged 17 or younger will face a lifelong ban on buying cigarettes in UK, as the Tobacco and Vapes Bill clears British Parliament. MORE..
Govt. pledges full support to strengthen “Ratama Ekata” anti-drug programme
The government would extend its fullest support to sustain and strengthen the ‘Ratama Ekata’ national programme launched with the aim of eradicating the drugs menace from the country, Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) stated. MORE..
Gold prices increase after US extends ceasefire with Iran
Gold prices firmed on Wednesday as lower oil prices, following a U.S. extension of a ceasefire with Iran, eased fears of an inflation spike and prolonged high interest rates. MORE..
Iranian military threatens to attack oil production sites of Gulf neighbors
An Iranian military commander has warned the country’s southern neighbors that if their land or facilities are used by enemies to attack Iran, “they should say goodbye to oil production in the Middle East region,” according to state media. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-Western, North-Central, Southern and Uva provinces and in Ampara, and Batticaloa districts. MORE..
Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay produced before Fort Magistrate’s Court
The Former Director of the State Intelligence Service, Suresh Sallay, who is currently detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), has been produced before the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court under tight security by officers of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). MORE..
Thirteen killed in second India fireworks blast in three days
At least 13 people have been killed in an explosion at a firecracker factory in India’s southern state of Kerala, officials say. MORE..
Former MP Premalal Jayasekara granted bail
Former Ratnapura District Parliamentarian Premalal Jayasekara, who was arrested yesterday (21) in connection with an alleged incident of threatening an individual with a firearm, has been granted bail. MORE..
Opposition calls for key officials to testify before committee probing controversial release of 323 containers
Opposition members of the Parliamentary Committee appointed to investigate the release of 323 containers from the Colombo Harbour that were not subjected to mandatory physical inspection have submitted a proposal requesting the summoning of several high-ranking officials to give evidence. MORE..
External shocks to slow Sri Lanka’s economic growth in 2026: Prof. Priyanga Dunusinghe
Sri Lanka’s economic growth rate in 2026 is projected to be lower than the growth recorded in 2025, according to Professor in Economics at the Department of Economics, Priyanga Dunusinghe of the University of Colombo. MORE..
Arrested Premalal Jayasekara brought to court
Former Ratnapura District Parliamentarian Premalal Jayasekara, who was arrested yesterday (21) in connection with an alleged incident of threatening an individual with a firearm, has been brought to the Nuwara Eliya Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Retired Health Ministry legal officer arrested on bribery charges
A former Chief Legal Officer (retired) of the Ministry of Health has been arrested by officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption. MORE..
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard opens fire on ship in Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard opened fire Wednesday on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, damaging the ship and further raising the stakes as planned ceasefire talks in Pakistan failed to materialize. MORE..
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Technology
Los Angeles schools set limits on classroom screen time
Los Angeles’ school board on Tuesday passed a measure regulating students’ screen time during classroom assignments, reflecting concerns that technology could be linked to a host of ailments including obesity and depression. MORE..
Meta to track workers’ clicks and keystrokes to train AI
Meta to track workers’ clicks and keystrokes to train AI
Meta will start tracking the way employees work, including their keystrokes and mouse clicks, to train its artificial intelligence (AI) models. MORE..
NASA rover adds to the list of organic compounds detected on Mars
NASA rover adds to the list of organic compounds detected on Mars
Performing a type of experiment never before tried beyond Earth, NASA’s Curiosity rover has identified more organic compounds on Mars as scientists strive to learn whether the Red Planet ever harbored life. MORE..
UK regulator investigates Telegram over child sexual abuse concerns
UK regulator investigates Telegram over child sexual abuse concerns
Britain’s communications regulator on Tuesday launched an investigation into Telegram after evidence suggested child sexual abuse material was being shared on the platform and teen chat sites were being used by predators to groom children. MORE..
Entertainment
Netflix cancels docuseries with Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson after fight
A three-part Netflix docuseries featuring former One Direction members Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson has reportedly been shelved. MORE..
Indian Actor Suriya arrives in Sri Lanka
Indian Actor Suriya arrives in Sri Lanka
Acclaimed Tamil actor Suriya Sivakumar has reportedly arrived in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Dwayne Johnson’s wrestling film to be made into stage musical
Dwayne Johnson’s wrestling film to be made into stage musical
Fighting With My Family, the 2019 film starring Florence Pugh and Dwayne Johnson, is being adapted as a stage musical, producers have confirmed. MORE..
South Korean police seek to arrest K-pop mogul behind BTS
South Korean police seek to arrest K-pop mogul behind BTS
South Korean police said Tuesday they are seeking to arrest music mogul Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman of the agency behind K-pop supergroup BTS, as they expand an investigation into allegations that he illegally gained more than $100 million in an investor fraud scheme. MORE..
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Buying |
Selling |
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
312.9772 | 320.7202 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
421.5988 | 434.3971 |
Europe
Euro |
366.2922 | 377.8838 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
398.0916 | 413.8688 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
227.8140 | 235.9191 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
221.9766 | 231.6682 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
244.0114 | 253.5079 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9574 | 2.0224 |
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Bahrain
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Dinar | 839.0892 |
Kuwait
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Dinar | 1,027.1755 |
Oman
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Rial | 821.9805 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 86.8091 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 84.3787 |
UAE
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Dirham | 86.1568 |
Sports
New dates announced for 2026 Lanka Premier League
The Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026 will be held from July 10 to August 5, 2026. MORE..
Wasim Khan to step down as ICC’s general manager
Wasim Khan will step down as the ICC’s general manager, cricket after four years in the role. MORE..
Usain Bolt’s advises Gout Gout to keep focused on track and field after record-breaking run
Sprint legend Usain Bolt has urged rising Australian star Gout Gout not to forget track and field and find a good support network to keep him focused on his career as the spotlight and distractions intensify. MORE..
Lamine Yamal named Young Sportsperson of the Year at Laureus World Sports Awards
Barcelona and Spain attacker Lamine Yamal has claimed the inaugural Young Sportsperson of the Year at the Laureus World Sports Awards. MORE..
New Zealand U85kg Rugby team arrives in Sri Lanka
The New Zealand Under 85kg Rugby team has landed in Sri Lanka for a two-match series against the Sri Lanka Tuskers. MORE..
