Hot News

Israel has been illegally using white phosphorus in Lebanon: Human Rights Watch

Israel has been illegally using white phosphorus in Lebanon: Human Rights Watch

Oil sinks 7% as Trump predicts Middle East de-escalation

Oil prices plummeted 7% on Tuesday after soaring to a more than three-year high in the previous session as U.S. President Donald Trump predicted the war in the Middle East could end soon, easing concerns about prolonged disruptions to oil supplies. MORE..

Bodies of sailors killed in warship sinking near Sri Lanka will be repatriated: Iran

Iran says the bodies of dozens of sailors killed when the US attacked and sank IRIS Dena vessel near close to Sri Lanka will soon be returned to the country. MORE..

Video Icon
Over 600kg of narcotics discovered in multi-day trawler seized by navy: Minister

Over 600 kilograms of narcotics have been discovered in the multi-day fishing vessel seized by the Sri Lanka Navy on suspicion of transporting a consignment of drugs, according to Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ananda Wijepala. MORE..

Former DIG of CID Prasad Ranasinghe granted bail

Former Deputy Inspector General of Police of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Prasad Ranasinghe who was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for allegedly obstructing investigations has been granted bail. MORE..

WHO warns of health risks from ‘black rain’ in Iran

The World Health Organization warned on Tuesday that the “black rain” falling in Iran after strikes on oil facilities could cause respiratory problems, and it backed Iran’s advisory urging people to remain indoors. MORE..

PM Harini highlights importance of recognising women’s unpaid care work

Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya today participated in the International Women’s Day Flagship Event hosted by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) at the ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

Tuesday will be most intense day of strikes on Iran, Hegseth says

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday would be the most intense ⁠day of strikes against Iran in the campaign so far. MORE..

SC postpones hearing of Mahindananda and Nalin’s appeal petitions to tomorrow

The Supreme Court has adjourned until tomorrow (11) the hearing of the appeal petitions filed by former ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando against the prison sentences imposed on them over corruption charges. MORE..

Video Icon
Electricity TUs to continue their strike as talks with authorities end in deadlock

A number of electricity trade unions have announced that they will continue their strike action over several demands. MORE..

Latest TV News Bulletin

Archives More ..

2026-03-09 9.00 pm (Eng) 
2026-03-08 9.00 pm (Eng) 

Archives More ..

2026-03-10 12.00 pm  6.55 pm   
2026-03-09 12.00 pm  6.55 pm  10.00 pm 

Video of the Day

🔴LIVE | Ada Derana Prime Time News Bulletin 2026 - 03 - 10

Top Picture Story

Video Story

“Strong international relations essential”;Opposition critical of FM's performance at recent summit (English)

“Strong international relations essential”;Opposition critical of FM's performance at recent summit (English)

Attack on IRIS Dena by US submarine; No nation imposed any pressure on Sri Lanka: Dy Minister (English)

NPP Govt. acting as proxy of foreign powers - Sarvajana Balaya apprises Sri Lankans in Australia (English)

CEB officially dissolved Six successor companies take over operations effective today (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)

Technology

UK parliament votes to reject social media ban for under-16s

UK parliament votes to reject social media ban for under-16s

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

Entertainment

Rihanna steps up security following shooting attack at her residence

Rihanna steps up security following shooting attack at her residence

Bruno Mars’ ‘The Romantic’ becomes his first to debut at No. 1 on albums chart

Bruno Mars’ ‘The Romantic’ becomes his first to debut at No. 1 on albums chart

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’

Ad
Ad
Ad

Exchange Rates

2026-03-10

Country

Buying

Selling

USA
U.S.Dollar
307.6185 315.1941
UK
Sterling Pound
411.5951 424.4904
Europe
Euro
355.9652 367.5552
Switzerland
Swiss Franc
392.5291 408.5690
Canada
Canadian Dollar
224.7722 233.0323
Australia
Australian Dollar
215.1794 224.7278
Singapore
Singapore Dollar
239.4077 248.9340
Japan
Japanese Yen
1.9421 2.0080

Country

Currency

Rate

Bahrain Dinar 825.7717
Kuwait Dinar 1,012.1394
Oman Rial 809.5801
Qatar Riyal 85.4871
Saudi Arabia Riyal 83.0347
UAE Dirham 84.8680

Sports

Indian team receive $14.2 million bonus for historic T20 World Cup win

Indian team receive $14.2 million bonus for historic T20 World Cup win

Sri Lanka cancel Afghanistan white-ball tour due to West Asia conflict

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