Colombo inflation rises to 2.3% in January 2026
The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on a year-on-year (Y-o-Y) basis, increased to 2.3% in January 2026, compared to 2.1% in December 2025, according to the latest data released by the Department of Census and Statistics (DCS). MORE..
- President proposes another name for vacant Auditor General post
- Worried families in India urge return of crew on ship seized by Iran
- Ministry clarifies removal of former AASL Chairman Harsha Abeywickrama
- GMOA, health sector trade unions agree to work together on common issues
- Ministry of Defense issues notice on firearms licenses
- Govt. to introduce digital entry pass to tourist attractions and expedite tourist visas
- Over 2 million foreign cigarettes destroyed at Kerawalapitiya
- President to meet school development officers on hunger strike
- Suspect arrested with foreign-made firearm and ammunition
- Magistrate orders CID to record statements from teachers trained on controversial module
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Magistrate orders CID to record statements from teachers trained on controversial module
Gangodawila Magistrate Ruwanthika Marasinghe today (30) ordered the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to record statements from teachers trained using the controversial education module and to conclude investigations without delay. MORE..
Suspect arrested with foreign-made firearm and ammunition
A suspect arrested in possession of a foreign-manufactured firearm and two live rounds of ammunition has been remanded until 12 February 2026, in accordance with an order issued today (30) by the Wattala Magistrate. MORE..
President to meet school development officers on hunger strike
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has decided to hold discussions with a group of School Development Officers who are currently staging a hunger strike in front of the Presidential Secretariat, demanding permanent employment. MORE..
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Over 2 million foreign cigarettes destroyed at Kerawalapitiya
A total of 2,032,804 sticks of foreign cigarettes, illegally brought into the country over the past four months, were destroyed today (30) at the Waste to Energy Power Plant in Kerawalapitiya. MORE..
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Govt. to introduce digital entry pass to tourist attractions and expedite tourist visas
A meeting has been held this morning (30) at the Presidential Secretariat between Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath and members of the Presidential Task Force responsible for implementing the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Programme. MORE..
Ministry of Defense issues notice on firearms licenses
The Ministry of Defense has issued a special announcement urging all individuals and institutions holding firearms licenses to renew their licenses for the year 2026 as the renewal period is slated to end tomorrow (31). MORE..
GMOA, health sector trade unions agree to work together on common issues
A discussion has been held yesterday (29) between the Executive Committee of the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) and representatives of all health sector trade unions. MORE..
Ministry clarifies removal of former AASL Chairman Harsha Abeywickrama
The Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation has issued a statement rejecting reports circulating on social media platforms regarding the removal of former Chairman of the Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL), Harsha Abeywickrama. MORE..
Worried families in India urge return of crew on ship seized by Iran
The families of 16 Indian seafarers held in Iran since December say they are anxious about the fate of their loved ones as the geopolitical situation in the region remains tense. MORE..
President proposes another name for vacant Auditor General post
Minister of Transport Bimal Rathnayake stated that President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has proposed another name for the currently vacant post of Auditor General. MORE..
Revision of electoral registers to resume tomorrow
The process of revising the electoral registers is scheduled to recommence tomorrow (31). MORE..
60% of public transport drivers in Colombo addicted to drugs - Minister
Minister of Highways and Urban Development Bimal Rathnayake stated that around 60% of drivers engaged in passenger transport services in Colombo and its suburban areas are severely addicted to drugs. MORE..
Compensation for Cyclone Ditwah victims in final stages – Ministry Secretary
The Secretary to the Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government, S. Aloka Bandara, today (30) said that the process of providing relief assistance and compensation to those affected by Cyclone Ditwah is currently in its final stages. MORE..
WHO sees low risk of Nipah virus spreading beyond India
There is a low risk of the deadly Nipah virus spreading from India, the World Health Organization said on Friday, adding that it did not recommend travel or trade curbs after two infections reported by the South Asian nation. MORE..
SLBFE warns of overseas-based job scam promising employment in Moldova
The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) says it has received information regarding a large-scale human trafficking operation allegedly carried out by a Sri Lankan man residing abroad, who claims to provide employment opportunities in Moldova. MORE..
Suspect arrested with foreign-made firearm and ammunition
A suspect arrested in possession of a foreign-manufactured firearm and two live rounds of ammunition has been remanded until 12 February 2026, in accordance with an order issued today (30) by the Wattala Magistrate. MORE..
President to meet school development officers on hunger strike
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has decided to hold discussions with a group of School Development Officers who are currently staging a hunger strike in front of the Presidential Secretariat, demanding permanent employment. MORE..
Over 2 million foreign cigarettes destroyed at Kerawalapitiya
A total of 2,032,804 sticks of foreign cigarettes, illegally brought into the country over the past four months, were destroyed today (30) at the Waste to Energy Power Plant in Kerawalapitiya. MORE..
Govt. to introduce digital entry pass to tourist attractions and expedite tourist visas
A meeting has been held this morning (30) at the Presidential Secretariat between Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath and members of the Presidential Task Force responsible for implementing the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Programme. MORE..
Ministry of Defense issues notice on firearms licenses
The Ministry of Defense has issued a special announcement urging all individuals and institutions holding firearms licenses to renew their licenses for the year 2026 as the renewal period is slated to end tomorrow (31). MORE..
GMOA, health sector trade unions agree to work together on common issues
A discussion has been held yesterday (29) between the Executive Committee of the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) and representatives of all health sector trade unions. MORE..
Ministry clarifies removal of former AASL Chairman Harsha Abeywickrama
The Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation has issued a statement rejecting reports circulating on social media platforms regarding the removal of former Chairman of the Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL), Harsha Abeywickrama. MORE..
Worried families in India urge return of crew on ship seized by Iran
The families of 16 Indian seafarers held in Iran since December say they are anxious about the fate of their loved ones as the geopolitical situation in the region remains tense. MORE..
President proposes another name for vacant Auditor General post
Minister of Transport Bimal Rathnayake stated that President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has proposed another name for the currently vacant post of Auditor General. MORE..
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Technology
Apple forecasts strong sales growth as iPhone demand in Asia rebounds
Apple on Thursday forecast higher-than-expected revenue growth of up to 16% for the March quarter, powered by strong demand for its iPhones and a sharp rebound in China and accelerating demand in India. MORE..
UK Government offers free AI skills to every adult
UK Government offers free AI skills to every adult
The UK Government has announced a plan to give every adult in the UK the opportunity to take free, newly benchmarked courses to gain practical Artificial Intelligence skills for work. MORE..
iPhone 18 series launching soon, Apple likely to surprise with pricing
iPhone 18 series launching soon, Apple likely to surprise with pricing
We have all heard about the rising RAM prices, thanks to the demand from AI data centres. Now, as per reports, it seems that Apple cannot stay immune to this hike either. MORE..
Oracle says data center outage causing issues faced by US TikTok users
Oracle says data center outage causing issues faced by US TikTok users
Oracle on Tuesday said issues faced by U.S. users of social media app TikTok are the result of a temporary weather-related power outage at an Oracle data center, after California Governor Gavin Newsom linked the issues to what he called the suppression of content critical of President Donald Trump. MORE..
Entertainment
Music legend Fela Kuti becomes first African to get Grammys Lifetime Achievement Award
Long crowned by his legion of fans as the king of Afrobeat, the late Fela Kuti is finally being recognised by the global music industry. MORE..
Mrs. World Pageant Crowns Chanita Seedaket Craythorne of Thailand as 2025 Winner
Mrs. World Pageant Crowns Chanita Seedaket Craythorne of Thailand as 2025 Winner
Mrs. Thailand Chanita Seedaket Craythorne was crowned the latest winner at the Westgate Las Vegas on Thursday, Jan. 29. Mrs. America and Mrs. Sri Lanka made it to the top three. The final six contestants also included Mrs. United Arab Emirates, Mrs. American and Mrs. Ireland. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Sabina Yousaf crowned 2nd runner-up at Mrs. World 2025
Sri Lanka’s Sabina Yousaf crowned 2nd runner-up at Mrs. World 2025
Sri Lanka’s Sabina Yousaf has been named the Second Runner-Up at the 41st Mrs. World pageant, earning international recognition for the country at the prestigious global competition. MORE..
Nicki Minaj snags Trump gold card after saying she is his ‘No. 1 fan’
Nicki Minaj snags Trump gold card after saying she is his ‘No. 1 fan’
Nicki Minaj revealed that she received a so-called Trump “gold card” that offers applicants residency and a path to U.S. citizenship, following an appearance at an event touting President Donald Trump’s government-supported investment accounts for babies. MORE..
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Buying |
Selling |
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
305.9414 | 313.4780 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
421.2957 | 434.3142 |
Europe
Euro |
365.0223 | 376.6663 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
396.2002 | 411.9866 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
224.6530 | 232.7510 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
213.5009 | 222.9777 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
240.5048 | 249.9805 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9913 | 2.0582 |
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Bahrain
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Dinar | 821.3594 |
Kuwait
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Dinar | 1,010.5822 |
Oman
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Rial | 804.3131 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 84.9410 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 82.5674 |
UAE
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Dirham | 84.3051 |
Sports
Sri Lanka set England 134-runs target in first T20
Sri Lanka has set a target of 134 runs for England to chase in the first T20I match of the series in Pallekele. MORE..
Djokovic & Alcaraz win five-set epics to reach Australian Open final
Novak Djokovic will meet Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open final after both players came through five-set epics to maintain their respective bids for history on an extraordinary day in Melbourne. MORE..
England opt to bowl as first T20I reduced to 17 overs
England captain Harry Brook has won the toss and elected to bowl first in the T20 series opener against Sri Lanka on Friday, which was reduced to 17 overs per side after a rain delay. MORE..
SL vs ENG, 1st T20I: Toss delayed due to rain
The toss in the first T20I between Sri Lanka and England has been delayed due to rain. The two teams are competing in a three-match series ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. Earlier, England defeated the host nation 2-1 in the ODI series, with Harry Brook and Joe Root leading the batting charts. MORE..
Shehan Jayasuriya picked in USA’s T20 World Cup squad
Former Sri Lanka allrounder Shehan Jayasuriya is set to make his USA debut at the 2026 T20 World Cup. The 34-year-old, who bats left-handed and bowls offspin, has been named in USA’s 15-man squad for the tournament, which is set to begin in India and Sri Lanka on February 7. MORE..
