LIOC also hikes prices of Petrol 95 Octane and Super Diesel
Lanka IOC PLC (LIOC) has announced an increase in the prices of several fuel categories, effective from today (22). MORE..
- Modi becomes longest-serving head of govt in India with 8,931 days in office
- Bus fares likely to go up by over 10%; Cabinet approval sought
- Strait of Hormuz will be ‘closed’ if power plants targeted: IRGC
- LIOC also hikes prices of Petrol 95 Octane and Super Diesel
- Fuel price hike severely impacts agricultural sector, warns farmers
- Showers expected in certain parts of the island
- Americans urged to exercise increased caution ‘worldwide’
- Bus fare revision proposal to be presented to Cabinet today
- Asian stock markets tumble
- Sri Lanka Police flag fake social media message; Urge public caution
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Sri Lanka Police flag fake social media message; Urge public caution
The Sri Lanka Police has issued a clarification regarding a message circulating on social media that has been falsely attributed to the Sri Lanka Police. MORE..
Asian stock markets tumble
Major Asian stock markets fell sharply on Monday after the US and Iran threatened to intensify hostilities as the war enters its fourth week. MORE..
Bus fare revision proposal to be presented to Cabinet today
The proposal to increase bus fares is scheduled to be presented to the Cabinet today (23). MORE..
Americans urged to exercise increased caution ‘worldwide’
The US State Department has issued an updated caution to Americans across the world due to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. MORE..
Showers expected in certain parts of the island
Showers or thundershowers may occur at several places in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle, Matara and Nuwara-Eliya districts after 2.00 pm, today (23), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Fuel price hike severely impacts agricultural sector, warns farmers
Farmers’ associations have stated that the recent increase in fuel prices has had a severe impact on the agricultural sector. MORE..
Strait of Hormuz will be ‘closed’ if power plants targeted: IRGC
In a statement broadcast by Iranian media, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says it will “completely close” the Strait of Hormuz if the US targets Iranian energy infrastructure. MORE..
Bus fares likely to go up by over 10%; Cabinet approval sought
An increase of over 10% in bus fares has been assessed following the increase in fuel prices and a proposal on the same will be submitted for Cabinet approval tomorrow (23), according to the National Transport Commission (NTC). MORE..
Modi becomes longest-serving head of govt in India with 8,931 days in office
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday created history by becoming the longest-serving head of a government in India, surpassing former Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Kumar Chamling. MORE..
Postal Dept. limits mail transport to alternate days amid fuel crisis
The Department of Posts has decided to limit mail transportation to an alternate-day basis in response to the fuel crisis triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. MORE..
Iran threatens to ‘destroy’ energy sites across Middle East if Trump sticks to 48-hour Hormuz ultimatum
Iran has warned global oil prices will stay high for the long term if its key energy infrastructure is attacked. MORE..
Container haulage charges to increase by 20%
Import and export container transportation charges will be increased by 20% from midnight today (22) due to the recent fuel price hike, according to the Container Transport Owners’ Association. MORE..
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Qatar says 6 found dead after helicopter crash in territorial waters
Qatar’s Interior Ministry said Sunday that six of the seven people reported missing after a helicopter crash in the country’s territorial waters have been found dead. MORE..
Iran is charging $2m from ships passing through Strait of Hormuz - Iranian MP
Iranian Member of Parliament Alaeddin Boroujrrdi has claimed on state TV today that some of the ships that pass through the Strait of Hormuz are being charged ‘‘with a $2 (£1.5) million fee’’ by Iran. MORE..
No decision taken to restrict school days due to fuel situation – Minister
Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that the government has not yet taken any decision to restrict school operations in view of current fuel consumption concerns in the country. MORE..
Asian stock markets tumble
Major Asian stock markets fell sharply on Monday after the US and Iran threatened to intensify hostilities as the war enters its fourth week. MORE..
Bus fare revision proposal to be presented to Cabinet today
The proposal to increase bus fares is scheduled to be presented to the Cabinet today (23). MORE..
Americans urged to exercise increased caution ‘worldwide’
The US State Department has issued an updated caution to Americans across the world due to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. MORE..
Showers expected in certain parts of the island
Showers or thundershowers may occur at several places in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle, Matara and Nuwara-Eliya districts after 2.00 pm, today (23), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Fuel price hike severely impacts agricultural sector, warns farmers
Farmers’ associations have stated that the recent increase in fuel prices has had a severe impact on the agricultural sector. MORE..
Strait of Hormuz will be ‘closed’ if power plants targeted: IRGC
In a statement broadcast by Iranian media, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says it will “completely close” the Strait of Hormuz if the US targets Iranian energy infrastructure. MORE..
Bus fares likely to go up by over 10%; Cabinet approval sought
An increase of over 10% in bus fares has been assessed following the increase in fuel prices and a proposal on the same will be submitted for Cabinet approval tomorrow (23), according to the National Transport Commission (NTC). MORE..
Modi becomes longest-serving head of govt in India with 8,931 days in office
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday created history by becoming the longest-serving head of a government in India, surpassing former Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Kumar Chamling. MORE..
Postal Dept. limits mail transport to alternate days amid fuel crisis
The Department of Posts has decided to limit mail transportation to an alternate-day basis in response to the fuel crisis triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. MORE..
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Technology
Facebook offering TikTok and YouTube creators $3,000 to post content
Facebook is offering larger influencers $3,000 (£2,260) a month to post on the platform, as part of its Content Fast Track programme. MORE..
US says it disrupted botnets that infected over 3 million devices worldwide
US says it disrupted botnets that infected over 3 million devices worldwide
The US Justice Department on Thursday said it took part in an operation with Germany and Canada to take down infrastructure used by four major botnets that infected more than 3 million devices worldwide, including hundreds of thousands in the US. MORE..
X outage: Elon Musk’s Twitter goes down, thousands affected
X outage: Elon Musk’s Twitter goes down, thousands affected
X, formerly Twitter, has suffered a major global outage. The massive downtime on Wednesday (18) has been knocked the social media offline, rendering thousands of users in India and the US unable to access posts, photos and videos. MORE..
Brazil starts to restrict minors’ access to social media
Brazil starts to restrict minors’ access to social media
Brazil began implementing new measures on Tuesday (Mar 17) to restrict minors’ access to social media and prevent them from viewing violent or illegal content. MORE..
Entertainment
Nicholas Brendon, star of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, dies at 54
Nicholas Brendon was best known for playing Xander Harris in the hit ‘90s TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The news of his death was confirmed in a post on his verified Instagram, which was also shared with The Hollywood Reporter. MORE..
Legendary Hollywood action star Chuck Norris dies aged 86
Legendary Hollywood action star Chuck Norris dies aged 86
Chuck Norris, the US martial artist and Hollywood action star, has died aged 86, his family has confirmed. MORE..
Afroman wins legal battle over songs mocking US police
Afroman wins legal battle over songs mocking US police
US rapper Afroman has defeated seven sheriff’s deputies in a court case after they sued him for releasing songs and videos that mocked them and a raid they carried out on his home. MORE..
Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer shatters records with 718 million views in 24 hours
Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer shatters records with 718 million views in 24 hours
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” is already web-slinging its way to history. The Sony Pictures trailer, released on Wednesday morning, has become the biggest trailer of all time with 718.6 million views in 24 hours. MORE..
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Buying |
Selling |
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
307.8169 | 315.3602 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
411.6864 | 424.3861 |
Europe
Euro |
354.6581 | 366.1559 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
387.4505 | 402.9242 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
222.8570 | 231.0090 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
215.9999 | 225.5358 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
239.0699 | 248.3892 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9380 | 2.0032 |
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Bahrain
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Dinar | 824.0487 |
Kuwait
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Dinar | 1,015.1519 |
Oman
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Rial | 808.8519 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 85.3874 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 82.9426 |
UAE
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Dirham | 84.7784 |
Sports
Kingswood College ends 68-year wait with historic victory
Kingswood College, Kandy made history at the 119th Battle of the Maroons, defeating Dharmaraja College, Kandy by 148 runs to claim their first ‘Big Match’ annual cricket encounter victory since 1958. MORE..
St. Servatius’ College ends 55-year drought with victory at 126th Battle of the Blues Ruhuna
The Battle of the Blues Ruhuna, saw a historic triumph as St. Servatius’ College, Matara defeated St. Thomas’ College, Matara by five wickets, securing their first win in the annual cricket encounter in 55 years. MORE..
121st ‘Lovers Quarrel’ ends in draw
The 121st ‘Lovers’ Quarrel’ between Richmond College, Galle and Mahinda College, Galle ended in a draw after a closely contested encounter. MORE..
92nd ‘Battle of the Saints’ ends in draw
The 92nd ‘Battle of the Saints’ between St. Peter’s College, Bambalapitiya and St. Joseph’s College, Colombo 10, concluded in a draw at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground. MORE..
Sri Lanka Cricket mandates fitness tests before issuing IPL NOCs to players
Sri Lanka cricket board (SLC) has decided to conduct mandatory fitness tests for its players before No Objection Certificates (NOC) for their participation in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) which will start from March 28. MORE..
