Former Speaker Asoka Ranwala granted bail
Former Speaker and NPP Parliamentarian Asoka Ranwala, who was arrested over the vehicular collision at Sapugaskanda last night (11), has been granted bail, according to the Police Spokesman. MORE..
- Trump signs order to block states from enforcing own AI rules
- Singapore to contribute US$100,000 to support relief efforts in Sri Lanka
- Sri Lankan-led UK team harnesses AI to strengthen Sri Lanka’s disaster readiness
- Sri Lanka expresses gratitude to China for support after Cyclone Ditwah
- Houses completely destroyed by adverse weather exceeds 5,700 - DMC
- Wijeyadasa to be appointed SLFP Senior Vice President
- Budget defeated at NPP-held Ratnapura MC
- Former Speaker Asoka Ranwala granted bail
- Eurovision winner Nemo to return trophy in protest at Israel
- Former Beliatta PS Chairman remanded
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Former Beliatta PS Chairman remanded
The former Chairman of the Beliatta Pradeshiya Sabha, Cyril Munasinghe, who was arrested by the Bribery Commission this morning (12), has been remanded until December 22 by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Budget defeated at NPP-held Ratnapura MC
The maiden 2026 budget of the Ratnapura Municipal Council, which is under the control of the National People’s Power (NPP), has been defeated by a majority of a single vote. MORE..
Wijeyadasa to be appointed SLFP Senior Vice President
Former Member of Parliament, President’s Counsel Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe, is slated to be appointed as a Senior Vice President of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP). MORE..
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Houses completely destroyed by adverse weather exceeds 5,700 - DMC
The Disaster Management Center (DMC) reports that more than 5,700 houses have been completely destroyed due to the severe adverse weather conditions experienced recently across the country. MORE..
Sri Lanka expresses gratitude to China for support after Cyclone Ditwah
Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath, welcomed Yang Wanming, President of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism today (12). MORE..
Singapore to contribute US$100,000 to support relief efforts in Sri Lanka
The Singapore government will contribute US$100,000 (S$129,000) as seed money to support the Singapore Red Cross’ (SRC) public fundraising efforts for the humanitarian crisis resulting from the recent cyclone in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Trump signs order to block states from enforcing own AI rules
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at blocking states from enforcing their own artificial intelligence (AI) regulations. MORE..
Foreign humanitarian aid to be systematically distributed, Sri Lankan officials confirm
Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General (Rtd) Aruna Jayasekara, together with members of the committee appointed to ensure the proper coordination and distribution of foreign humanitarian aid, conducted an inspection visit today (12) at the Orugodawatta Warehouse Complex... MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Kalutara, Ratnapura, Galle and Matara Districts. MORE..
Former Speaker and NPP MP Asoka Ranwala arrested
Former Speaker and NPP Member of Parliament Asoka Ranwala, who was involved in a vehicular collision in Sapugaskanda last night, has been arrested by the police. MORE..
Govt to provide Rs. 5,000 nutrition allowance to pregnant mothers
The government has announced that, in light of the nationwide prevailing disaster situation and the upcoming festive season, arrangements have been made to provide a nutrition allowance of Rs. 5,000 to pregnant mothers. MORE..
Cabinet approves women’s recruitment for all positions in Sri Lanka Railways – AG tells court
The Attorney General informed the Supreme Court today (12) that the Cabinet of Ministers has approved the recruitment of women for all positions within the Sri Lanka Railways (SLR). MORE..
Bus driver saves 14 passenger lives after brake failure in Badulla
The driver of a bus belonging to the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) Depot in Kekirawa, operating from Badulla to Anuradhapura this morning (12), has reportedly managed to save the lives of 14 passengers by carefully steering the vehicle into an embankment after its brakes suddenly failed. MORE..
Police vow impartial probe into vehicle collision involving MP Asoka Ranwala
Sapugaskanda Police Station has initiated an investigation into a head-on collision involving a vehicle driven by former Speaker and NPP Member of Parliament Asoka Ranwala, which injured several including an infant. MORE..
Australia strengthens educational, migration, and security partnerships with Sri Lanka
The Australian High Commission in Sri Lanka has highlighted a recent visit by Australia’s Assistant Minister for Citizenship, Customs and Multicultural Affairs, and International Education, Julian Hill, aimed at strengthening Australia–Sri Lanka relations across multiple sectors. MORE..
Budget defeated at NPP-held Ratnapura MC
The maiden 2026 budget of the Ratnapura Municipal Council, which is under the control of the National People’s Power (NPP), has been defeated by a majority of a single vote. MORE..
Wijeyadasa to be appointed SLFP Senior Vice President
Former Member of Parliament, President’s Counsel Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe, is slated to be appointed as a Senior Vice President of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP). MORE..
Houses completely destroyed by adverse weather exceeds 5,700 - DMC
The Disaster Management Center (DMC) reports that more than 5,700 houses have been completely destroyed due to the severe adverse weather conditions experienced recently across the country. MORE..
Sri Lanka expresses gratitude to China for support after Cyclone Ditwah
Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath, welcomed Yang Wanming, President of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism today (12). MORE..
Singapore to contribute US$100,000 to support relief efforts in Sri Lanka
The Singapore government will contribute US$100,000 (S$129,000) as seed money to support the Singapore Red Cross’ (SRC) public fundraising efforts for the humanitarian crisis resulting from the recent cyclone in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Trump signs order to block states from enforcing own AI rules
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at blocking states from enforcing their own artificial intelligence (AI) regulations. MORE..
Foreign humanitarian aid to be systematically distributed, Sri Lankan officials confirm
Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General (Rtd) Aruna Jayasekara, together with members of the committee appointed to ensure the proper coordination and distribution of foreign humanitarian aid, conducted an inspection visit today (12) at the Orugodawatta Warehouse Complex... MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Kalutara, Ratnapura, Galle and Matara Districts. MORE..
Former Speaker and NPP MP Asoka Ranwala arrested
Former Speaker and NPP Member of Parliament Asoka Ranwala, who was involved in a vehicular collision in Sapugaskanda last night, has been arrested by the police. MORE..
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Sri Lankan-led UK team harnesses AI to strengthen Sri Lanka’s disaster readiness
How Sri Lanka Can Rebuild Stronger After Cyclone Ditwah: Advanced Artificial Intelligence Technologies Offer a New Hope for Disaster Prediction, Management & Recovery... By Dr. Nalinda Somasiri
Reddit sues Australia over social media ban, citing free speech threat
Reddit sues Australia over social media ban, citing free speech threat
Message board website Reddit on Friday filed a lawsuit in Australia’s highest court seeking to overturn the country’s social media ban for children, calling it an intrusion on free political discourse and setting the stage for a protracted legal battle. MORE..
Disney to invest $1 billion in OpenAI, license characters for Sora video tool
Disney to invest $1 billion in OpenAI, license characters for Sora video tool
Walt Disney is investing $1 billion in OpenAI and will let the startup use characters from Star Wars, Pixar and Marvel franchises in its Sora AI video generator, a deal that could reshape how Hollywood makes content. MORE..
Time magazine names ‘Architects of AI’ as 2025 ‘Person of the Year’
Time magazine names ‘Architects of AI’ as 2025 ‘Person of the Year’
US publication Time magazine named the “Architects of AI“ as its “person of the year” on Thursday, highlighting the US tech titans whose work on the cutting-edge technology is transforming humanity. MORE..
Entertainment
Eurovision winner Nemo to return trophy in protest at Israel
The winner of last year’s Eurovision Song Contest, Nemo, has said they are returning their trophy in protest over Israel’s continued participation in the event. MORE..
Game of the Year 2025 — Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 breaks records with 9 awards across categories
Game of the Year 2025 — Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 breaks records with 9 awards across categories
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 became the central headline of The Game Awards 2025 after sweeping nine awards across major categories, including the top honour, Game of the Year. MORE..
Painting that introduced ‘Star Wars’ to the world fetches $3.9M at auction
Painting that introduced ‘Star Wars’ to the world fetches $3.9M at auction
The painting that introduced “Star Wars” to the world nearly 50 years ago — and was reproduced in an iconic movie poster — sold at auction on Wednesday for $3.875 million. MORE..
Taliban detains 4 men for dressing up as “Peaky Blinders” characters, gives them rehabilitation
Taliban detains 4 men for dressing up as “Peaky Blinders” characters, gives them rehabilitation
Four young men were detained by Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities and put into a rehabilitation program for walking around in public dressed up as their favorite characters from the hit British drama “Peaky Blinders.” MORE..
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
305.3238 | 312.9114 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
407.4929 | 420.2219 |
Europe
Euro |
357.0554 | 368.5826 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
381.4989 | 396.6713 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
220.4059 | 228.3313 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
201.4284 | 210.6216 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
234.6568 | 243.9946 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9539 | 2.0201 |
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Bahrain
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Dinar | 819.7506 |
Kuwait
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Dinar | 1,007.4345 |
Oman
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Rial | 802.6532 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 84.7807 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 82.3486 |
UAE
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Dirham | 84.1435 |
Sports
India’s Vaibhav Suryavanshi breaks world record with 171-run knock in U19 Asia Cup
Indian teenager Vaibhav Suryavanshi sizzled in the opening game of the U19 Asia Cup today with a 171-run knock of just 95 deliveries at a strike rate of 180 at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai. MORE..
Messi to unveil 70ft statue of himself on ‘GOAT’ tour in India
After leading Inter Miami to a historic MLS Cup, Messi is heading to India for a three-day ‘GOAT Tour’, where the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner will unveil a statue of himself in Kolkata on Saturday, reports BBC. MORE..
Snoop Dogg named US ‘honorary coach’ for Winter Olympics
The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) announced on Thursday the 54-year-old will take on “a volunteer role celebrating and supporting America’s athletes off the field of play”. MORE..
T20 World Cup 2026 tickets go live today, prices start at LKR 1,000 in Sri Lanka
The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced the opening of ticket sales for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, pricing entry-level tickets at historic lows to drive accessibility for the pinnacle event. MORE..
Cambodia pulls team out of SEA Games in Thailand over border conflict
Cambodia on Wednesday withdrew its team from the Southeast Asian Games in Thailand for safety reasons, as a border conflict between the two neighbours raged for a third day. MORE..
