US affirms respect for Sri Lanka’s sovereignty in handling Iranian ship and crew
The U.S. State Department’s Spokesperson has stated that Washington respects Sri Lanka’s sovereignty in handling the situation involving the Iranian warship ‘IRIS Bushehr’ and its crew. MORE..
- Rapper-turned-politician Balen Shah’s RSP sweeps Nepal election, set to form govt
- US denies IRIS Dena was ‘unarmed’, says US forces planned for Sri Lanka’s life-saving support to survivors
- No injuries after explosion reported near U.S. Embassy in Norway, local police say
- President Dissanayake calls for expanding women’s entrepreneurship in digital and green economy
- ‘‘Women are vital social partners’’: PM Harini urges a thriving nation where women lead with dignity
- Two suspects arrested with ‘Ice’ in Kurunegala and Padukka
- Fire breaks out at shop in Maharagama
- US affirms respect for Sri Lanka’s sovereignty in handling Iranian ship and crew
- 22 Iranian sailors discharged from hospital, transferred to SLAF’s Koggala base
- Over 1,300 killed and 100,000 displaced as humanitarian toll mounts
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Over 1,300 killed and 100,000 displaced as humanitarian toll mounts
The humanitarian crisis within the Islamic Republic has reached a critical stage as the current hostilities persist, with significant casualties and mass displacement reported across the country. MORE..
22 Iranian sailors discharged from hospital, transferred to SLAF’s Koggala base
Twenty-two out of 32 Iranian sailors rescued following the sinking of the Iranian warship ‘IRIS Dena’ have been transferred to the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) base in Koggala after being discharged from the Karapitiya Hospital yesterday (07). MORE..
Fire breaks out at shop in Maharagama
A fire has reportedly broken out at a shop in Maharagama town. MORE..
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Two suspects arrested with ‘Ice’ in Kurunegala and Padukka
Two suspects have been arrested by police in separate locations on charges related to the possession of Crystal Methamphetamine (commonly known as ‘Ice’). MORE..
‘‘Women are vital social partners’’: PM Harini urges a thriving nation where women lead with dignity
As the world marks International Women’s Day, Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has extended greetings to all women in Sri Lanka and around the world. She highlighted this year’s UN theme, ‘‘Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls...’’ MORE..
President Dissanayake calls for expanding women’s entrepreneurship in digital and green economy
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake highlighted that International Women’s Day is an opportunity to recognize the vital role women play in Sri Lanka’s economic, political, social, and cultural development. MORE..
No injuries after explosion reported near U.S. Embassy in Norway, local police say
Norwegian police reported on Sunday an explosion near the U.S. Embassy in the capital Oslo, but said there were no casualties. MORE..
US denies IRIS Dena was ‘unarmed’, says US forces planned for Sri Lanka’s life-saving support to survivors
The United States Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) has rejected claims that the Iranian warship ‘IRIS Dena’, which was sunk in a submarine attack near Sri Lankan waters, was unarmed, stating that the vessel was a legitimate military target under the Law of Armed Conflict. MORE..
Rapper-turned-politician Balen Shah’s RSP sweeps Nepal election, set to form govt
Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah’s RSP is all set to form the next government in Nepal after securing a sweeping victory in the crucial general election on Saturday, decimating the established parties in the politically-fragile country. MORE..
Trump tells Britain he does not need its help to win Iran war
President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Britain is giving “serious thought” to sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East, but added that the U.S. does not need them to win the war with Iran, in the latest clash between the military allies. MORE..
Mainly dry weather expected in most parts of the island today
Except for showers or thundershowers that may occur at a few places in Southern province and Rathnapura district after 2.00 pm, mainly dry weather will prevail over the other areas of the island, today (08), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Sri Lanka must brace for rising global prices amid Middle East tensions – Trade Minister
Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security, and Cooperative Development, Wasantha Samarasinghe, stated that global price increases are beyond domestic control and that a reduction in the supply of fuel and gas will inevitably lead to a surge in prices. MORE..
Iranian assembly to meet ‘within one day’ to choose new supreme leader
Iran’s assembly of experts will be meeting within a day to choose a new supreme leader. MORE..
Navy seizes fishing trawler with suspected narcotics haul in southern seas; 6 arrested
The Sri Lanka Navy, during a special search operation conducted in the deep seas off the southern coast of Sri Lanka, intercepted a local multi-day fishing trawler transporting a stock of sacks suspected to contain narcotics, along with six suspects aboard. MORE..
Chief custodian of Kataragama Devalaya passes away
The Chief Lay Custodian (Kapu Dhurandhara) of the Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya, Somipala T. Ratnayake, has reportedly passed away at the age of 87.
22 Iranian sailors discharged from hospital, transferred to SLAF’s Koggala base
Twenty-two out of 32 Iranian sailors rescued following the sinking of the Iranian warship ‘IRIS Dena’ have been transferred to the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) base in Koggala after being discharged from the Karapitiya Hospital yesterday (07). MORE..
Fire breaks out at shop in Maharagama
A fire has reportedly broken out at a shop in Maharagama town. MORE..
Two suspects arrested with ‘Ice’ in Kurunegala and Padukka
Two suspects have been arrested by police in separate locations on charges related to the possession of Crystal Methamphetamine (commonly known as ‘Ice’). MORE..
‘‘Women are vital social partners’’: PM Harini urges a thriving nation where women lead with dignity
As the world marks International Women’s Day, Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has extended greetings to all women in Sri Lanka and around the world. She highlighted this year’s UN theme, ‘‘Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls...’’ MORE..
President Dissanayake calls for expanding women’s entrepreneurship in digital and green economy
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake highlighted that International Women’s Day is an opportunity to recognize the vital role women play in Sri Lanka’s economic, political, social, and cultural development. MORE..
No injuries after explosion reported near U.S. Embassy in Norway, local police say
Norwegian police reported on Sunday an explosion near the U.S. Embassy in the capital Oslo, but said there were no casualties. MORE..
US denies IRIS Dena was ‘unarmed’, says US forces planned for Sri Lanka’s life-saving support to survivors
The United States Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) has rejected claims that the Iranian warship ‘IRIS Dena’, which was sunk in a submarine attack near Sri Lankan waters, was unarmed, stating that the vessel was a legitimate military target under the Law of Armed Conflict. MORE..
Rapper-turned-politician Balen Shah’s RSP sweeps Nepal election, set to form govt
Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah’s RSP is all set to form the next government in Nepal after securing a sweeping victory in the crucial general election on Saturday, decimating the established parties in the politically-fragile country. MORE..
Trump tells Britain he does not need its help to win Iran war
President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Britain is giving “serious thought” to sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East, but added that the U.S. does not need them to win the war with Iran, in the latest clash between the military allies. MORE..
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Technology
Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16
Indonesia will ban social media for children under 16, Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid said Friday. MORE..
India’s tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16
India’s tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16
The southern Indian state of Karnataka, home to the tech hub of Bengaluru, has banned the use of social media by those under the age of 16, state Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Friday, becoming the first in India to do so. MORE..
TikTok won’t protect DMs with controversial privacy tech, saying it would put users at risk
TikTok won’t protect DMs with controversial privacy tech, saying it would put users at risk
TikTok will not introduce end-to-end encryption (E2EE) - the controversial privacy feature used by nearly all its rivals - arguing it makes users less safe. MORE..
Amazon cloud unit’s data centers in UAE, Bahrain damaged in drone strikes
Amazon cloud unit’s data centers in UAE, Bahrain damaged in drone strikes
Amazon said on Monday some of its data centers in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain were damaged by drone strikes in the Middle East conflict, disrupting cloud services and making a recovery “prolonged”. MORE..
Entertainment
Rashmika Mandanna wins Best Actress at Telangana Gaddar Awards for ‘The Girlfriend’
Rashmika Mandanna has recently won the Best Actress title at the Telangana Gaddar Awards for her stellar performance in The Girlfriend. The distinguished state accolade that highlights her increasing impact on Telugu cinema. MORE..
Pokémon condemns White House for using its imagery
Pokémon condemns White House for using its imagery
Pokémon Company International has condemned the White House’s use of its imagery, including a tiny version of the popular character Pikachu, in a meme posted online with the phrase “Make America Great Again”. MORE..
Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence
Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence
Britney Spears was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs near her Southern California home and released, authorities said. A statement from Spears’ representative calls the arrest “inexcusable.” MORE..
Michael Jackson accused of child sex trafficking in new lawsuit
Michael Jackson accused of child sex trafficking in new lawsuit
Four adult siblings who spent time with the late Michael Jackson are accusing him of being a “serial child predator” and suing his estate for child sex trafficking, claiming that he abused them when they were minors. MORE..
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Country |
Buying |
Selling |
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
307.5335 | 315.1016 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
409.9043 | 422.6522 |
Europe
Euro |
356.0828 | 367.5812 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
391.3734 | 407.1785 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
223.9157 | 232.0262 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
214.4161 | 223.8651 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
238.9926 | 248.3233 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9455 | 2.0116 |
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Rate |
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Bahrain
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Dinar | 823.9112 |
Kuwait
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Dinar | 1,010.5405 |
Oman
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Rial | 807.5400 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 85.2676 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 82.8345 |
UAE
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Dirham | 84.6455 |
Sports
Nalanda wins 49th One Day Encounter against Ananda
Nalanda College won the 49th Limited Overs Cricket Encounter between Ananda College and Nalanda College at the SSC Grounds, Colombo on Saturday. MORE..
CR & FC edges past Havelocks to win prestigious Clifford Cup
Newly crowned league champions CR & FC claimed a hard-fought 12-10 win over Havelock Sports Club in the final encounter of the 2025/26 rugby season to secure the prestigious Clifford Cup at Longdon Place this evening (07). MORE..
Ransilu Jayathilake wins historic gold for Sri Lanka at Arnold Sports Festival
Sri Lankan powerlifter Ransilu Jayathilake has made history by winning a gold medal at the Arnold Sports Festival held in the United States, marking a significant milestone for Sri Lanka in the competition’s 37-year history. MORE..
Sri Lanka Cricket decides to postpone Afghanistan series in UAE
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has decided to postpone the upcoming T20 and ODI series against Afghanistan which was scheduled to be played in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), according to sources. MORE..
League Champions CR to take on Havelocks in Clifford Cup final
Newly crowned CR & FC will take on giant-killers Havelock Sports Club in the final of the prestigious Clifford Cup Knockout Rugby Tournament at Longdon Place this evening (07). MORE..
