Heavy showers above 100mm likely in several provinces - Met Dept.
The prevailing showery conditions are expected to continue over the Northern and Eastern parts of the island due to the influence of the Easterly wave, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
- Govt to present Rs. 500B supplementary sum to Parliament tomorrow
- Indian film ‘Homebound’ shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at Oscars 2026
- Sri Lanka forecasts 5% growth in 2026, aided by post-cyclone reconstruction
- Two including 2-yr-old killed in fatal accident at Dehiattakandiya
- Heavy showers above 100mm likely in several provinces - Met Dept.
- Canada to provide over USD 2 million in humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka
- Turkish Airlines flight forced to turn back after technical issue departs BIA
- Suspect in ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder released on bail
- IOM appeals for $7.3 million to support cyclone-affected communities in Sri Lanka
- Delhi restricts vehicles, office attendance in bid to curb pollution
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Delhi restricts vehicles, office attendance in bid to curb pollution
Authorities in India’s capital Delhi rolled out strict measures on Wednesday in an attempt to curb pollution, including a ban on vehicles not compliant with latest emission control norms and regulating attendance in private and government offices. MORE..
IOM appeals for $7.3 million to support cyclone-affected communities in Sri Lanka
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has launched an appeal for USD 7.3 million to support more than 100,000 people affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka, where the storm has displaced over 280,000 people and damaged or destroyed more than 81,000 homes,...MORE..
Suspect in ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder released on bail
Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanka S. Bodaragama today (17) granted bail to a suspect who had been arrested and remanded in custody in connection with the murder of underworld figure Sanjeewa Kumara Samararatne, also known as ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’. MORE..
Turkish Airlines flight forced to turn back after technical issue departs BIA
The Turkish Airlines flight which was forced to make an emergency landing at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake due a technical issue with the landing gear, has departed from the BIA after the completion of repairs. MORE..
Canada to provide over USD 2 million in humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka
Canada has announced more than USD 2 million in humanitarian aid to support emergency relief efforts in Sri Lanka following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, which resulted in loss of life and extensive damage to houses, infrastructure and local economies. MORE..
Two including 2-yr-old killed in fatal accident at Dehiattakandiya
A 33‑year‑old woman and her 2‑year‑old son have died following a head‑on collision involving a bus and a three‑wheeler in the Muwagammana area in the Dehiattakandiya Police Division on the Polonnaruwa -Mahiyanganaya main road today (17).
Sri Lanka forecasts 5% growth in 2026, aided by post-cyclone reconstruction
Sri Lanka expects its economy to expand by more than 5% next year, matching this year’s pace and significantly outstripping IMF projections, partly driven by reconstruction efforts following Cyclone Ditwah, a senior minister told Reuters on Wednesday. MORE..
Govt to present Rs. 500B supplementary sum to Parliament tomorrow
A Supplementary estimate of Rs. 500 billion is to be presented to the Parliament tomorrow (18) to restore the livelihoods of those affected due to the sudden disaster situation. MORE..
Turkey-bound aircraft forced to make emergency landing at BIA undergoing maintenance work – official
A Turkish Airlines flight, which was forced to make an emergency landing at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) due to a technical fault, is scheduled to depart for Istanbul, Turkey, at 10:00 p.m. tomorrow (18), according to the airline’s official website. more..
China reaffirms full support for Sri Lanka’s economic and social development
The visiting Vice Chairman of the National People’s Congress of China, Wang Dongming called on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (17). MORE..
Strike launched after doctor at Badulla Teaching Hospital was assaulted by three-wheeler driver
A doctor at the Badulla Teaching Hospital has reportedly been assaulted by a three-wheeler driver. MORE..
FM accepts US$ 2.5 million grant assistance from Japan
Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath today accepted the US$ 2.5 million grant assistance from the Government of Japan. MORE..
Prison officers fire warning shots to prevent inmates from escaping Galle Prison
Prison officers fired warning shots into the air after two remand inmates at the Galle Prison attempted to escape. MORE..
Govt extends pension payment period for farmers affected by Cyclone Ditwah
The government has decided to extend the payment period for farmer pensions until December 31 considering the impact caused by the cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Probe launched to arrest person responsible for torturing and setting fire to wild elephant in Mihintale
Investigations have been launched into a video circulating on social media that allegedly shows a man torturing and setting fire to a wild elephant in the Ambagahawala area of Seeppukulama, Mihintale, according to the Department of Wildlife Conservation. MORE..
IOM appeals for $7.3 million to support cyclone-affected communities in Sri Lanka
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has launched an appeal for USD 7.3 million to support more than 100,000 people affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka, where the storm has displaced over 280,000 people and damaged or destroyed more than 81,000 homes,...MORE..
Suspect in ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder released on bail
Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanka S. Bodaragama today (17) granted bail to a suspect who had been arrested and remanded in custody in connection with the murder of underworld figure Sanjeewa Kumara Samararatne, also known as ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’. MORE..
Turkish Airlines flight forced to turn back after technical issue departs BIA
The Turkish Airlines flight which was forced to make an emergency landing at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake due a technical issue with the landing gear, has departed from the BIA after the completion of repairs. MORE..
Canada to provide over USD 2 million in humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka
Canada has announced more than USD 2 million in humanitarian aid to support emergency relief efforts in Sri Lanka following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, which resulted in loss of life and extensive damage to houses, infrastructure and local economies. MORE..
Two including 2-yr-old killed in fatal accident at Dehiattakandiya
A 33‑year‑old woman and her 2‑year‑old son have died following a head‑on collision involving a bus and a three‑wheeler in the Muwagammana area in the Dehiattakandiya Police Division on the Polonnaruwa -Mahiyanganaya main road today (17).
Sri Lanka forecasts 5% growth in 2026, aided by post-cyclone reconstruction
Sri Lanka expects its economy to expand by more than 5% next year, matching this year’s pace and significantly outstripping IMF projections, partly driven by reconstruction efforts following Cyclone Ditwah, a senior minister told Reuters on Wednesday. MORE..
Govt to present Rs. 500B supplementary sum to Parliament tomorrow
A Supplementary estimate of Rs. 500 billion is to be presented to the Parliament tomorrow (18) to restore the livelihoods of those affected due to the sudden disaster situation. MORE..
Turkey-bound aircraft forced to make emergency landing at BIA undergoing maintenance work – official
A Turkish Airlines flight, which was forced to make an emergency landing at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) due to a technical fault, is scheduled to depart for Istanbul, Turkey, at 10:00 p.m. tomorrow (18), according to the airline’s official website. more..
China reaffirms full support for Sri Lanka’s economic and social development
The visiting Vice Chairman of the National People’s Congress of China, Wang Dongming called on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (17). MORE..
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Japanese bride weds AI groom after breaking off her engagement; ChatGPT persona proposed to her
In a unique ceremony that signals the deepening emotional bonds between humans and artificial intelligence, a Japanese woman, Yurina Noguchi, recently married an AI-generated persona named Lune Klaus Verdure. MORE..
Musk’s net worth hits $600 billion, Forbes says, as SpaceX preps for IPO
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Google is turning any headphones into real-time translation earbuds
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Sri Lankan-led UK team harnesses AI to strengthen Sri Lanka’s disaster readiness
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Indian film ‘Homebound’ shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at Oscars 2026
The Indian movie ‘Homebound’, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, has been shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category. MORE..
France’s Louvre museum remains shut as workers weigh strike extension
France’s Louvre museum remains shut as workers weigh strike extension
Paris’ Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum, remained closed at 0800 GMT on Wednesday, as its staff continued discussions on whether to extend a strike over pay and working conditions that started on Monday. MORE..
Miss Finland is stripped of her crown for making ‘racist’ slanted eye gesture
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Miss Finland has been stripped of her crown after she made a ‘racist’ slanted eye gesture in a social media post saying she was ‘eating with a Chinese person’. MORE..
Rob and Michele Reiner’s son Nick charged with murder in parents’ deaths
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Prosecutors in Los Angeles have filed murder charges against Nick Reiner over the deaths of his parents, Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele. MORE..
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Buying |
Selling |
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
305.6811 | 313.2962 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
408.6866 | 421.4896 |
Europe
Euro |
357.5177 | 369.2160 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
381.5837 | 396.7514 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
220.8330 | 228.7647 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
200.4593 | 209.6330 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
235.2091 | 244.4076 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9665 | 2.0330 |
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Rate |
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Bahrain
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Dinar | 821.0554 |
Kuwait
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Dinar | 1,009.1708 |
Oman
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Rial | 804.0259 |
Qatar
|
Riyal | 84.6889 |
Saudi Arabia
|
Riyal | 82.5324 |
UAE
|
Dirham | 84.2830 |
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U19 Asia Cup 2025 semifinals: India to face Sri Lanka, Pakistan takes on Bangladesh
The ACC U19 Asia Cup 2025 semi-finals opponents have been set following the final group-stage matches on Wednesday. Bangladesh took on Sri Lanka while Afghanistan locked horns with Nepal in Dubai. MORE..
Knicks beat Spurs in NBA Cup final to end 52-year trophy drought
OG Anunoby scored 28 points as the New York Knicks ended their 52-year trophy drought with a 124-113 NBA Cup final victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday. MORE..
Terence Crawford, boxing’s top pound-for-pound fighter, retires on top with 42-0 record
Terence Crawford, who claimed the title of best pound-for-pound boxer with a convincing victory over Canelo Alvarez in September, announced his retirement on Tuesday. MORE..
R Sridhar named Sri Lanka Fielding Coach until end of T20 World Cup
India’s R. Sridhar has been appointed as the Fielding Coach of the national team until the completion of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. MORE..
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 trophy tour kicks off at Ram Setu bridge
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Trophy Tour has been launched over the Adam’s Bridge, culturally revered in India as the Ram Setu, a symbolic gateway linking the two co-hosts, India and Sri Lanka. MORE..
