Supreme Court sets aside High Court order in Treasury bond case
The Supreme Court today (01) overturned a ruling by a three-judge bench of the Colombo High Court that had prevented the continuation of charges filed under the Public Property Act against several defendants in the 2016 Treasury bond case. MORE..
- US bombs radar and drone sites in Iran
- No official confirmation on arrest of Shiran Basik, says Public Security Minister
- “Dubai Sudda” arrested over alleged foreign job fraud
- Police introduce mandatory six-month firearm inspection for licence holders
- Duo arrested over killing of businessman in Kalutara
- Suspect remanded over taxi driver robbery case
- New Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Army assumes duties
- Supreme Court sets aside High Court order in Treasury bond case
- Over 33,000 dengue cases and 19 deaths reported so far in 2026
- Oil prices extend gains after Iran suspends talks with the US
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Oil prices extend gains after Iran suspends talks with the US
Oil prices are rising more sharply after Iranian state media reported Iran had suspended talks with the United States, dashing hopes that a deal towards ending the war could be agreed in the coming days. MORE..
Over 33,000 dengue cases and 19 deaths reported so far in 2026
A total of 33,572 dengue cases and 19 deaths have been reported in Sri Lanka so far this year, according to health authorities. MORE..
New Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Army assumes duties
Major General K.V.N.P. Premaratne RSP USP nps psc of the Sri Lanka Artillery assumed duties as the 69th Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army, the second most senior appointment in the Army, at the Army Headquarters. MORE..
Suspect remanded over taxi driver robbery case
An individual arrested in connection with the robbery of a taxi driver who operated through a ride-hailing application after allegedly hiring a vehicle under the guise of a paid trip has been remanded. MORE..
Duo arrested over killing of businessman in Kalutara
The main suspect and another individual have been arrested in connection with the planned shooting death of a businessman in Kalutara. MORE..
Police introduce mandatory six-month firearm inspection for licence holders
Sri Lanka Police have issued a new directive requiring licence holders of firearm to present their weapons for inspection every six months as part of licence renewal procedures for 2026. MORE..
“Dubai Sudda” arrested over alleged foreign job fraud
An individual known as “Dubai Sudda” has been arrested in Kaduwela over allegations of recruiting Sri Lankans for employment in Dubai and Moldova using tourist visas. MORE..
No official confirmation on arrest of Shiran Basik, says Public Security Minister
No official notification has yet been received regarding the reported arrest of alleged major drug trafficker Shiran Basik in Dubai, Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala stated. MORE..
US bombs radar and drone sites in Iran
The United States said Monday that it bombed radar and drone sites in Iran after Tehran shot down an American drone over the weekend. Iran then said it launched a strike of its own, and Kuwait reported incoming fire. MORE..
Container transport charges increased by 5%
The Container Transport Owners’ Association (CTOA) has announced a 5% increase in container transport charges with effect from today (01). MORE..
Appeals Court fixes June 17 for facts verification in Nalin Fernando petition
The Court of Appeal has ordered that a petition filed by imprisoned former Minister Nalin Fernando, seeking the dismissal of an indictment served against him by the Attorney General in connection with the “carrom board case,” be called on June 17 for the verification of facts. MORE..
SC dismisses Wele Suda’s appeal against death sentence
The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal filed against the death sentence by drug kingpin Gampola Vidanage Samantha Kumara, alias ‘Wele Suda’, who was sentenced to death in connection with heroin trafficking. MORE..
Services resume after brief system failure at Narahenpita DMT office
Services at the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) head office in Narahenpita were disrupted today (01) following a computer system breakdown that lasted nearly two hours. MORE..
Indian Naval Ship Airavat arrives in Colombo
The Indian Naval Ship ‘Airavat’ has arrived in Colombo on a three-day visit. MORE..
Luxury bus service between Katunayake Airport and Makumbura resumes
The luxury bus service operating between the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) and the Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre has resumed operations from today (01). MORE..
Over 33,000 dengue cases and 19 deaths reported so far in 2026
A total of 33,572 dengue cases and 19 deaths have been reported in Sri Lanka so far this year, according to health authorities. MORE..
New Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Army assumes duties
Major General K.V.N.P. Premaratne RSP USP nps psc of the Sri Lanka Artillery assumed duties as the 69th Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army, the second most senior appointment in the Army, at the Army Headquarters. MORE..
Suspect remanded over taxi driver robbery case
An individual arrested in connection with the robbery of a taxi driver who operated through a ride-hailing application after allegedly hiring a vehicle under the guise of a paid trip has been remanded. MORE..
Duo arrested over killing of businessman in Kalutara
The main suspect and another individual have been arrested in connection with the planned shooting death of a businessman in Kalutara. MORE..
Police introduce mandatory six-month firearm inspection for licence holders
Sri Lanka Police have issued a new directive requiring licence holders of firearm to present their weapons for inspection every six months as part of licence renewal procedures for 2026. MORE..
“Dubai Sudda” arrested over alleged foreign job fraud
An individual known as “Dubai Sudda” has been arrested in Kaduwela over allegations of recruiting Sri Lankans for employment in Dubai and Moldova using tourist visas. MORE..
No official confirmation on arrest of Shiran Basik, says Public Security Minister
No official notification has yet been received regarding the reported arrest of alleged major drug trafficker Shiran Basik in Dubai, Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala stated. MORE..
US bombs radar and drone sites in Iran
The United States said Monday that it bombed radar and drone sites in Iran after Tehran shot down an American drone over the weekend. Iran then said it launched a strike of its own, and Kuwait reported incoming fire. MORE..
Container transport charges increased by 5%
The Container Transport Owners’ Association (CTOA) has announced a 5% increase in container transport charges with effect from today (01). MORE..
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Technology
Malaysia enforces ban on social media accounts for children younger than 16
Malaysia on Monday began enforcing rules barring millions of children younger than 16 from owning social media accounts, joining a global effort to tighten online safety protections for young users. MORE..
KSI quits Sidemen collective after 13 years
KSI quits Sidemen collective after 13 years
Social media star and Britain’s Got Talent judge KSI has announced he is leaving the YouTube collective Sidemen after 13 years. MORE..
3 astronauts from China return to Earth after nearly 7 months in space, a record for a Chinese crew
3 astronauts from China return to Earth after nearly 7 months in space, a record for a Chinese crew
Three Chinese astronauts returned to Earth on Friday after spending nearly seven months in space, setting a record for the longest on-orbit stay by a Chinese crew. MORE..
Blue Origin rocket explodes during test, setback for bid to catch Musk’s SpaceX
Blue Origin rocket explodes during test, setback for bid to catch Musk’s SpaceX
An uncrewed Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on the launchpad during a test on Thursday, in a major setback for Jeff Bezos’ space venture as it seeks to narrow the gap with Elon Musk’s IPO-bound SpaceX. MORE..
Entertainment
‘Euphoria’ officially ending with Season 3, HBO confirms
After seven years, three seasons and 26 episodes, “Euphoria” is officially over. Sam Levinson — the HBO show’s creator, writer and director — made the announcement on Popcast, New York Times’ music podcast, speaking with its hosts Joe Coscarelli and Jon Caramanica. MORE..
Italy bans Kanye West, Travis Scott concerts over security concerns
Italy bans Kanye West, Travis Scott concerts over security concerns
Italy has banned two concerts involving U.S. rappers Kanye West and Travis Scott due to take place in July in the northern city of Reggio Emilia, authorities said on Saturday. MORE..
Martina McBride, Morris Day among wave of cancellations at Trump-linked Freedom 250 concerts
Martina McBride, Morris Day among wave of cancellations at Trump-linked Freedom 250 concerts
A day after the President Donald Trump -affiliated Freedom 250 announced the “first wave” of performers for “The Great American State Fair” shows on Washington’s National Mall in June and July, the lineup has been hit...MORE..
Suspect in Taylor Swift Vienna concert attack plot convicted and sentenced to 15 years
Suspect in Taylor Swift Vienna concert attack plot convicted and sentenced to 15 years
An Austrian court on Thursday convicted a man of planning to attack a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna nearly two years ago. He was sentenced to 15 years in prison. MORE..
Exchange Rates
Country |
Buying |
Selling |
|---|---|---|
USA
U.S.Dollar |
325.9782 | 335.7046 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
437.1140 | 453.1250 |
Europe
Euro |
377.9781 | 392.4141 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
413.6847 | 431.7656 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
234.5853 | 244.3090 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
231.6518 | 243.4285 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
253.5025 | 264.4359 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
2.0349 | 2.1146 |
Country |
Currency |
Rate |
|---|---|---|
Bahrain
|
Dinar | 873.2040 |
Kuwait
|
Dinar | 1,063.6602 |
Oman
|
Rial | 855.0831 |
Qatar
|
Riyal | 90.3122 |
Saudi Arabia
|
Riyal | 87.7276 |
UAE
|
Dirham | 89.6311 |
Sports
Lanka Premier League player draft concludes with several notable omissions
The player draft of the Lanka Premier League 2026 concluded in Colombo with some notable omissions. MORE..
ICC suspends Cricket Canada’s membership
The International Cricket Council has suspended Canada over breaches of the national board’s membership obligations, weeks after the global governing body’s anti-corruption unit launched an investigation into Cricket Canada. MORE..
Sri Lankan-origin Nishan Velupillay included in Australia’s World Cup squad
24-year-old Sri Lankan-origin Nishan Velupillay has been named in Australia’s 26-member squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. MORE..
IPL 2026 Final: Kohli leads RCB to second straight IPL title
India veteran Virat Kohli produced an explosive knock as Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans to retain their Indian Premier League title on Sunday. MORE..
Suarez, Nandez miss out as Bielsa names Uruguay’s World Cup squad
Uruguay’s Luis Suarez and Nahitan Nandez were the big names who missed out on selection for the World Cup as coach Marcelo Bielsa named his final 26-man squad on Sunday. MORE..
