Court postpones verdict in ex-MP Amarakeerthi Athukorala’s murder
The Gampaha High Court Trial-at-Bar has announced today (14) that the delivery of the verdict in the case pertaining to the murder of former Member of Parliament Amarakeerthi Athukorala has been postponed until 11 February. MORE..
- Police intensify crack down on drunk, drug-impaired driving
- Opposition Leader criticizes proposed electricity policy, calls for public consultation
- Retired Navy Medical Assistant arrested for soliciting bribe
- UK expected to approve ‘mega’ Chinese embassy in London despite objections
- Police recover 12kg of ‘Ice’ and heroin from vehicle on Expressway; 2 arrested
- Arrest warrant against Wimal Weerawansa recalled
- SOC reviews amendment bills seeking to curb drug trafficking in high seas
- Advisory issued for severe lightning
- Badulla District Labour Office receives bomb threat email
- Stock market’s ASPI records new all-time high
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Stock market’s ASPI records new all-time high
The Colombo Stock Exchange’s benchmark All Share Price Index (ASPI) hit a new all-time high of 23,708.70 points today (14), surpassing the previous record of 23,659.70 points set on 12 November 2025. MORE..
Badulla District Labour Office receives bomb threat email
A bomb scare was reported at the Badulla District Labour Office this morning (14) following the receipt of an anonymous email warning of an explosive device within the office premises. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western Province. MORE..
SOC reviews amendment bills seeking to curb drug trafficking in high seas
The attention of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Governance, Justice and Civil Protection has been drawn to the Poisons, Opium and Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Bill and the Judicature (Amendment) Bill. MORE..
Arrest warrant against Wimal Weerawansa recalled
The Colombo High Court today ordered the recall of the arrest warrant issued against former Minister Wimal Weerawansa after he appeared before the court through his legal counsel. MORE..
Police recover 12kg of ‘Ice’ and heroin from vehicle on Expressway; 2 arrested
Around 6 kg of Crystal Methamphetamine (“Ice”) and 6 kg of heroin were recovered, and two suspects along with their vehicle were taken into custody by the Expressway Highway Police at the Godagama–Palatuwa interchange on the Southern Expressway, police said.
UK expected to approve ‘mega’ Chinese embassy in London despite objections
Britain’s government is expected to approve a “mega” Chinese embassy close to London’s financial district after years of controversy and political wrangling over the potential security risks it poses to the U.K. MORE..
Retired Navy Medical Assistant arrested for soliciting bribe
A retired Navy Medical Assistant has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) in connection with accepting a bribe of Rs. 200,000. MORE..
Opposition Leader criticizes proposed electricity policy, calls for public consultation
Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa, has criticized the newly proposed electricity policy of the National People’s Power (NPP) government, stating that it unfairly impacts both consumers and the renewable energy sector, while disproportionately affecting low-income earners. MORE..
Police intensify crack down on drunk, drug-impaired driving
Police have intensified measures against drivers operating vehicles under the influence of drugs, with a mobile laboratory now in operation to detect drug-impaired driving, according to Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police in charge of the Traffic and Road Safety Range, W. P. J. Senadeera. MORE..
Wimal Weerawansa appears before court after arrest warrant issued
Former Minister Wimal Weerawansa, against whom an arrest warrant was issued today by the Colombo High Court, appeared before the court a short while ago. MORE..
Arrest warrant issued for Wimal Weerawansa
The Colombo High Court has issued a warrant for the arrest of former Minister Wimal Weerawansa for failing to appear before the court in connection with a case filed by the Bribery Commission. MORE..
Motorists urged to exercise caution on expressways due to heavy fog
The Road Development Authority (RDA) has issued a warning to motorists, urging them to exercise heightened caution while driving on expressways due to the dense fog currently affecting several regions. MORE..
22 killed, over 30 injured as crane collapse derails train in Thailand
A train travelling from Bangkok to Thailand’s northeast province was derailed after a construction crane fell on top of one of its carriages, killing at least 22 people and injuring at least 30, police said. MORE..
TV Derana awarded as Sri Lanka’s leading media brand at Superbrands 2025
TV Derana has been awarded as a premier national brand at the Superbrands 2025 Awards Ceremony held in Colombo. MORE..
Badulla District Labour Office receives bomb threat email
A bomb scare was reported at the Badulla District Labour Office this morning (14) following the receipt of an anonymous email warning of an explosive device within the office premises. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western Province. MORE..
SOC reviews amendment bills seeking to curb drug trafficking in high seas
The attention of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Governance, Justice and Civil Protection has been drawn to the Poisons, Opium and Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Bill and the Judicature (Amendment) Bill. MORE..
Arrest warrant against Wimal Weerawansa recalled
The Colombo High Court today ordered the recall of the arrest warrant issued against former Minister Wimal Weerawansa after he appeared before the court through his legal counsel. MORE..
Police recover 12kg of ‘Ice’ and heroin from vehicle on Expressway; 2 arrested
Around 6 kg of Crystal Methamphetamine (“Ice”) and 6 kg of heroin were recovered, and two suspects along with their vehicle were taken into custody by the Expressway Highway Police at the Godagama–Palatuwa interchange on the Southern Expressway, police said.
UK expected to approve ‘mega’ Chinese embassy in London despite objections
Britain’s government is expected to approve a “mega” Chinese embassy close to London’s financial district after years of controversy and political wrangling over the potential security risks it poses to the U.K. MORE..
Retired Navy Medical Assistant arrested for soliciting bribe
A retired Navy Medical Assistant has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) in connection with accepting a bribe of Rs. 200,000. MORE..
Opposition Leader criticizes proposed electricity policy, calls for public consultation
Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa, has criticized the newly proposed electricity policy of the National People’s Power (NPP) government, stating that it unfairly impacts both consumers and the renewable energy sector, while disproportionately affecting low-income earners. MORE..
Police intensify crack down on drunk, drug-impaired driving
Police have intensified measures against drivers operating vehicles under the influence of drugs, with a mobile laboratory now in operation to detect drug-impaired driving, according to Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police in charge of the Traffic and Road Safety Range, W. P. J. Senadeera. MORE..
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Technology
US approves sale of Nvidia’s advanced H200 chips to China
The US government has given chip giant Nvidia the green light to sell its advanced artificial intelligence (AI) processors in China, the Department of Commerce said on Tuesday. MORE..
Apple teams up with Google Gemini for AI-powered Siri
Apple teams up with Google Gemini for AI-powered Siri
Apple plans to use Google’s Gemini artificial intelligence model to power its updated version of Siri, which is set to launch later this year, the two companies announced Monday. MORE..
Meta blocks 550,000 accounts under Australia’s social media ban
Meta blocks 550,000 accounts under Australia’s social media ban
About 550,000 accounts were blocked by Meta during the first days of Australia’s landmark social media ban for kids. MORE..
Apple leads global smartphone market with 20% share in 2025
Apple leads global smartphone market with 20% share in 2025
Global smartphone shipments rose 2 per cent year-on-year in 2025, lifted by stronger demand and economic momentum in emerging markets, Counterpoint Research said on Monday. MORE..
Entertainment
K-Pop sensation BTS announces return with new world tour
Chart-topping K-pop boy band BTS announced on Tuesday it will embark on a concert tour starting in April after the release of its first new album in more than three years. MORE..
Controversial Dilbert cartoonist Scott Adams dies aged 68
Controversial Dilbert cartoonist Scott Adams dies aged 68
Scott Adams, the US cartoonist who wrote and illustrated the comic strip Dilbert, has died of cancer at the age of 68. MORE..
One Direction famed Zayn Malik teases first-ever world tour in 2026
One Direction famed Zayn Malik teases first-ever world tour in 2026
British pop star Zayn Malik has excited fans by hinting at his first ever world tour in 2026, though specific dates for India are yet to be revealed. MORE..
Mogo Studios releases trailer of Sri Lanka’s first animated film for global audience
Mogo Studios releases trailer of Sri Lanka’s first animated film for global audience
Mogo Studios has released the trailer of Sri Lanka’s first animated film for a global audience, “The Secret of the Moonstone”. MORE..
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USA
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UK
Sterling Pound |
409.0621 | 421.8112 |
Europe
Euro |
354.3322 | 365.7923 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
378.4966 | 393.5336 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
218.6080 | 226.5198 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
202.2324 | 211.4537 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
235.4605 | 244.6336 |
Japan
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Kuwait
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Dinar | 1,004.1995 |
Oman
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Rial | 802.8901 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 84.7581 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 82.4279 |
UAE
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Dirham | 84.1581 |
Sports
No auction, just player draft for Lanka Premier League
There will be no auction for this year’s Lanka Premier League, Sri Lanka Cricket has announced, with a player draft set to take place instead on March 22. MORE..
IOC instructs National Olympic Committee to hold AGM by end of April
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has instructed the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOCSL) to hold its Annual General Meeting /Elective General Assembly by the end of April. MORE..
Netherlands unveil ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad
Netherlands have banked on experienced campaigners in their 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. MORE..
Australia great Alyssa Healy to retire from cricket
Australia captain Alyssa Healy will retire from all forms of cricket following the upcoming series against India. MORE..
Michael Carrick favourite for Man Utd caretaker role
Michael Carrick has emerged as favourite to be appointed Manchester United caretaker head coach, according to sources close to the process. MORE..
