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CEB dissolved; six new companies take over operations

CEB dissolved; six new companies take over operations

Bus strike on 143 Hanwella–Colombo route

Private bus operators on the Hanwella–Colombo Route (143) have reportedly commenced a strike. MORE..

Sri Lanka in “much better position” to handle oil price shocks - CBSL Governor

The Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe has assured the public that Sri Lanka is now in a “much better position” to withstand global economic shocks, including rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. MORE..

Ex-Ministers Mahindananda and Nalin Fernando produced before court

Former ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando, who were sentenced to rigorous imprisonment and appealed against their convictions on corruption charges, have been produced before the Supreme Court by prison officials. MORE..

Huge fire in Scotland triggers train chaos as historic building partially collapses

A massive fire near one of Scotland’s busiest train stations has engulfed a historic building in Glasgow, causing it to partially collapse. MORE..

Govt’s responsibility to ensure women’s rights are realized in everyday life, not just in laws – PM

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that it is the responsibility of the government to ensure that the political, economic, and social rights of women are not confined merely to laws or written documents, but are realized in the daily lives of every woman in the country. MORE..

Indian national arrested with over 2.7 kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA

A foreign passenger has been arrested earlier today (09) by officers of the Airport Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) while attempting to leave the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) with a stock of ‘‘Kush’‘ cannabis. MORE..

Trump says ending war will be ‘mutual’ decision with Netanyahu

Donald Trump has said a decision on when to end the war with Iran will be a “mutual” one that he will make with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, The Times of Israel reports. MORE..

Over 3,600 road accidents reported in Sri Lanka within first two months of 2026 - Police

Sri Lanka Police stated that more than 3,600 road accidents have been recorded within the first two months of the year. MORE..

At least 32 injured in Bahrain after drone attack - state media

At least 32 people were injured in Bahrain after an Iranian drone attack near the capital, according to a report by the state owned Bahrain News Agency. MORE..

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Sarvajana Balaya's ''Women's Power'' celebrates International Women's Day 2026 (English)

Sarvajana Balaya's ''Women's Power'' celebrates International Women's Day 2026 (English)

US says it will not influence Sri Lanka's decisions; SL will not align with any party – Minister (English)

Sri Lanka marks Int'l Women's Day with several events;Manusath Derana conducts medical clinic (English)

'International laws must be followed, any challenge can be faced then” – FM Vijitha Herath (English)

Second gunman of Akuregoda shooting interrogated, more details revealed (English)

Global price hikes may affect local prices - Trade Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe (English)

Protests held in Colombo demanding US to end war on Iran (English)

Decisive weeks ahead for Sri Lanka due to global developments - Deputy Defence Minister (English)

Energy Minister issues Gazette notification to restructure Ceylon Electricity Board from March 9 (English)

President should be strong enough to stand up to US Embassy - Wimal (English)

Over 1,230 civilians killed in Iran since the US-Israel attacks began (English)

US committed 'atrocity,' will 'bitterly regret': Iranian FM on attack on warship near Sri Lanka (English)

Dr. Ganeshan Wignaraja comments on possible impact of Middle East conflict on Sri Lanka (English)

SriLankan Airlines announces resumption of limited operations to Middle East (English)

Technology

Apple’s cheapest ever MacBook unveiled

Apple’s cheapest ever MacBook unveiled

Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16

Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16

India’s tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16

India’s tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16

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

Entertainment

Jennifer Runyon, ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Charles in Charge’ actress, dies at 65

Jennifer Runyon, ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Charles in Charge’ actress, dies at 65

Rashmika Mandanna wins Best Actress at Telangana Gaddar Awards for ‘The Girlfriend’

Rashmika Mandanna wins Best Actress at Telangana Gaddar Awards for ‘The Girlfriend’

Pokémon condemns White House for using its imagery

Pokémon condemns White House for using its imagery

Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence

Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence

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Exchange Rates

2026-03-06

Country

Buying

Selling

USA
U.S.Dollar
307.5335 315.1016
UK
Sterling Pound
409.9043 422.6522
Europe
Euro
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Switzerland
Swiss Franc
391.3734 407.1785
Canada
Canadian Dollar
223.9157 232.0262
Australia
Australian Dollar
214.4161 223.8651
Singapore
Singapore Dollar
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Japan
Japanese Yen
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Bahrain Dinar 823.9112
Kuwait Dinar 1,010.5405
Oman Rial 807.5400
Qatar Riyal 85.2676
Saudi Arabia Riyal 82.8345
UAE Dirham 84.6455

Sports

  ICC key meeting postponed amid Middle East tensions

ICC key meeting postponed amid Middle East tensions

India beat New Zealand to become first team to win three T20 world titles

T20 World Cup Final: India post 255/5 against New Zealand

T20 World Cup Final: New Zealand elect to bowl first against India in Ahmedabad

St. Sebastian’s-Prince of Wales ‘Battle of the Golds’ ends in a draw