Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay returns to CID after receiving treatment at National Hospital
The former Head of the State Intelligence Service, Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay, who was admitted to the Colombo National Hospital following a sudden illness, has been discharged. MORE..
- First teaser trailer for Harry Potter TV series released
- Teacher union criticizes inquiry into absence from Tangalle meeting chaired by PM
- Iran Speaker warns “enemies are preparing to occupy” Kharg Island
- Two Sri Lankans arrested with over 10 kg of ‘Kush’ cannabis at BIA
- 18 bodies recovered after bus plunges into Bangladesh’s Padma River
- Nearly 300 U.S. troops injured in US-Iran conflict: CENTCOM
- G7 allies meet against backdrop of wars in Ukraine and Iran, with unpredictable US
- Meta, Google lose US case over social media harm to kids
- Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay returns to CID after receiving treatment at National Hospital
- Oil moves higher after Iran rejects direct US talks
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Oil moves higher after Iran rejects direct US talks
Global oil prices are trading higher on Thursday morning in Asia after Iran’s foreign minister said the country has ‘‘no intention of negotiating for now’’ with the US. MORE..
G7 allies meet against backdrop of wars in Ukraine and Iran, with unpredictable US
Foreign ministers from the world’s leading Western democracies meet in France this week against the backdrop of wars in Iran and Ukraine, economic uncertainty, and mounting unease over an increasingly unpredictable U.S. foreign policy. MORE..
Nearly 300 U.S. troops injured in US-Iran conflict: CENTCOM
The number of U.S. military personnel wounded in Operation Epic Fury continues to rise as the campaign against Iran approaches its fourth week. MORE..
18 bodies recovered after bus plunges into Bangladesh’s Padma River
At least 18 bodies have been recovered after a passenger bus with about 50 people onboard plunged into the mighty Padma River in Bangladesh on Wednesday while it was boarding a ferry, said officials. MORE..
Two Sri Lankans arrested with over 10 kg of ‘Kush’ cannabis at BIA
Two Sri Lankans have been arrested by officers of the Sri Lanka Customs Narcotics Control Division at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle a consignment of ‘Kush’ cannabis. MORE..
Iran Speaker warns “enemies are preparing to occupy” Kharg Island
Iran’s powerful parliament speaker warned on Wednesday about the possible invasion of an Iranian island with the support of an unnamed regional country. MORE..
Teacher union criticizes inquiry into absence from Tangalle meeting chaired by PM
The Hambantota District Ceylon Teachers’ Association has strongly condemned a request from the Zonal Education Office of Tangalle seeking an explanation for teachers’ absence from a recent meeting held in Tangalle. MORE..
Iran war timeline is “approximately 4 to 6 weeks”: White House
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt has reiterated that the timeline for the war with Iran is still four to six weeks when asked if the conflict will end before President Donald Trump’s planned trip to China in mid May. MORE..
Essential goods prices rise amid fuel hike, CAA conducts raids
Prices of essential goods have surged in the market following the recent increase in fuel prices, traders say. MORE..
Donald Trump plans May visit to China for talks with Xi after Iran war delay
US President Donald Trump will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in May during his first visit to China in eight years, a closely watched trip postponed due to the ongoing Iran war. MORE..
IGP issues guidelines on arrests under ICCPR Act
The Inspector General of Police, Priyantha Weerasooriya has issued guidelines to be followed when arresting suspects in relation to offences committed under Section 3 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) Act. MORE..
US oil prices rise as investors assess Middle East de-escalation
US oil prices rose in early trade on Thursday, recovering some of the previous day’s losses as investors assessed prospects for de-escalation in the Middle East and Iran reviewed a U.S. proposal to end the war, which has disrupted energy flows from the Gulf. MORE..
Private Tanker owners demand 25% hike in transportation charges
The Sri Lanka Petroleum Private Tanker Owners’ Association has demanded a 25% increase in fuel transportation charges. MORE..
IMF delegation to arrive in Sri Lanka today
A delegation of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is scheduled to arrive in the country today (26). MORE..
Iran’s Foreign Minister denies US talks, calls mediation ‘admission of defeat’
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi firmly denied Wednesday that any negotiations are taking place between Tehran and Washington to end the ongoing conflict, dismissing US claims of diplomatic engagement as posturing. MORE..
G7 allies meet against backdrop of wars in Ukraine and Iran, with unpredictable US
Foreign ministers from the world’s leading Western democracies meet in France this week against the backdrop of wars in Iran and Ukraine, economic uncertainty, and mounting unease over an increasingly unpredictable U.S. foreign policy. MORE..
Nearly 300 U.S. troops injured in US-Iran conflict: CENTCOM
The number of U.S. military personnel wounded in Operation Epic Fury continues to rise as the campaign against Iran approaches its fourth week. MORE..
18 bodies recovered after bus plunges into Bangladesh’s Padma River
At least 18 bodies have been recovered after a passenger bus with about 50 people onboard plunged into the mighty Padma River in Bangladesh on Wednesday while it was boarding a ferry, said officials. MORE..
Two Sri Lankans arrested with over 10 kg of ‘Kush’ cannabis at BIA
Two Sri Lankans have been arrested by officers of the Sri Lanka Customs Narcotics Control Division at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle a consignment of ‘Kush’ cannabis. MORE..
Iran Speaker warns “enemies are preparing to occupy” Kharg Island
Iran’s powerful parliament speaker warned on Wednesday about the possible invasion of an Iranian island with the support of an unnamed regional country. MORE..
Teacher union criticizes inquiry into absence from Tangalle meeting chaired by PM
The Hambantota District Ceylon Teachers’ Association has strongly condemned a request from the Zonal Education Office of Tangalle seeking an explanation for teachers’ absence from a recent meeting held in Tangalle. MORE..
Iran war timeline is “approximately 4 to 6 weeks”: White House
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt has reiterated that the timeline for the war with Iran is still four to six weeks when asked if the conflict will end before President Donald Trump’s planned trip to China in mid May. MORE..
Essential goods prices rise amid fuel hike, CAA conducts raids
Prices of essential goods have surged in the market following the recent increase in fuel prices, traders say. MORE..
Donald Trump plans May visit to China for talks with Xi after Iran war delay
US President Donald Trump will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in May during his first visit to China in eight years, a closely watched trip postponed due to the ongoing Iran war. MORE..
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Technology
Meta, Google lose US case over social media harm to kids
A Los Angeles jury on Wednesday found Meta and Alphabet’s Google negligent for designing social media platforms that are harmful to young people, in a $6 million verdict that will serve as a bellwether for numerous similar cases. MORE..
OpenAI ends Disney partnership as it closes Sora video-making app
OpenAI ends Disney partnership as it closes Sora video-making app
OpenAI has shut down its artificial intelligence (AI) video-generation app Sora less than two years after its launch made headlines for creating realistic clips based on simple prompts. MORE..
Sri Lankan minds shaping the future of AI-based crisis management
Sri Lankan minds shaping the future of AI-based crisis management
The escalating conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel represents a “global energy stress test” with profound implications for international fuel and LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) security. MORE..
Lamborghinis stranded in Sri Lanka as war disrupts Asia’s used-car trade – report
Lamborghinis stranded in Sri Lanka as war disrupts Asia’s used-car trade – report
The U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran last month plunged the Middle East into crisis, disrupted global shipping routes and spawned a series of headaches for Umar Ali Hyder Ali’s used-car business in Japan. MORE..
Entertainment
First teaser trailer for Harry Potter TV series released
In a major revelation for fans of the wizarding world, HBO has unveiled the first teaser trailer for the highly anticipated Harry Potter TV series, which is set to premiere on Christmas 2026. MORE..
Netflix’s live-action Scooby-Doo series set for 2027 premiere with Paul Walter Hauser
Netflix’s live-action Scooby-Doo series set for 2027 premiere with Paul Walter Hauser
Actor Paul Walter Hauser, best known for his role in ‘Black Bird’, has bagged a pivotal role in Netflix’s live-action Scooby-Doo series. MORE..
HBO reveals first look at ‘Harry Potter’ TV series
HBO reveals first look at ‘Harry Potter’ TV series
HBO revealed the first photo from its highly anticipated Harry Potter TV series. MORE..
Shakira’s Qatar concert postponed due to “regional situation”
Shakira’s Qatar concert postponed due to “regional situation”
A concert by Shakira due to take place in Qatar has been postponed because of the “regional situation,” according to the official events platform Qatar Calendar. MORE..
Exchange Rates
Country |
Buying |
Selling |
|---|---|---|
USA
U.S.Dollar |
309.9140 | 317.4236 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
413.8391 | 426.8008 |
Europe
Euro |
358.1352 | 369.8404 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
389.8266 | 405.4136 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
223.6733 | 231.7623 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
213.9635 | 223.5751 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
240.5177 | 250.0346 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9436 | 2.0097 |
Country |
Currency |
Rate |
|---|---|---|
Bahrain
|
Dinar | 829.3085 |
Kuwait
|
Dinar | 1,025.1768 |
Oman
|
Rial | 816.1473 |
Qatar
|
Riyal | 86.1599 |
Saudi Arabia
|
Riyal | 83.7063 |
UAE
|
Dirham | 85.5454 |
Sports
Birla, Blitzer, Blackstone, Times of India consortium to buy IPL team RCB for $1.78 bln
A consortium comprising Aditya Birla Group, Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures, and Blackstone said on Tuesday it would acquire Indian Premier League franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru for $1.78 billion, ending a weeks-long bidding war. MORE..
Mohamed Salah to leave Liverpool at end of season
Mohamed Salah will leave Premier League champions Liverpool at the end of the season, the Egyptian forward announced on Tuesday (Mar 24) as he started a farewell to what the club said were nine “illustrious” years at Anfield. MORE..
Hyderabad signs Kusal Perera for PSL 2026
Kusal Perera has joined the Hyderabad Kingsmen franchise for the upcoming PSL 2026 season. MORE..
Rajasthan Royals announce Dasun Shanaka as replacement for Sam Curran for IPL 2026
Rajasthan Royals has announced Sri Lankan T20I captain Dasun Shanaka as the replacement for Sam Curran for the IPL 2026 season, following an injury to the Englishman. MORE..
Man City win League Cup final against Arsenal with O’Reilly double
Two second-half headers by Manchester City’s Nico O’Reilly settled the English season’s first silverware on Sunday as Pep Guardiola’s side beat Arsenal 2-0 in the League Cup final. MORE..
