US Dollar selling rate surpasses Rs. 350
The Sri Lankan Rupee continues to weaken against the US Dollar amidst multiple factors including the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. MORE..
- PM Harini hold talks British Foreign Secretary
- Luxury cruise ship makes maiden call at Colombo Port carrying over 2,300 tourists
- Govt. expects US$700 million IMF tranche on May 27 — Deputy Minister
- Govt. will not seek electricity tariff hike until September — Minister
- SC issues ruling against Secretary of Transport Ministry over fundamental rights case
- BTS to make special appearance at 2026 American Music Awards
- One in three Sri Lankans suffers from high blood pressure — Health Ministry
- Harry Styles tour ‘actively working’ on staging after fan complaints
- UN votes to support strong action on climate change despite US efforts to thwart the effort
- Police to implement special security program during Vesak Week
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Police to implement special security program during Vesak Week
A special island-wide security program will be implemented during the Vesak week to ensure devotees can observe religious activities in a peaceful and secure environment, the Police headquarters has announced. MORE..
UN votes to support strong action on climate change despite US efforts to thwart the effort
The U.N. General Assembly voted overwhelmingly Wednesday to support strong action to limit climate change despite recent diplomatic efforts by the United States to have the measure withdrawn. MORE..
One in three Sri Lankans suffers from high blood pressure — Health Ministry
One in every three people in Sri Lanka is suffering from high blood pressure, the Ministry of Health has stated. MORE..
SC issues ruling against Secretary of Transport Ministry over fundamental rights case
The Supreme Court has ruled that the Secretary of the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation, Professor Kapila Perera, violated the fundamental human rights of Additional Secretary W.S. Sathyananda by declaring that his services were no longer required and subjecting him to humiliation and mental distress. MORE..
Govt. will not seek electricity tariff hike until September — Minister
The government will not request an increase in electricity tariffs from the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) until September, according to the Minister of Energy, Anura Karunathilaka. MORE..
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Govt. expects US$700 million IMF tranche on May 27 — Deputy Minister
The government is hopeful of receiving US$700 million from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on May 27, the Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning, (Prof.) Anil Jayantha Fernando has stated. MORE..
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Luxury cruise ship makes maiden call at Colombo Port carrying over 2,300 tourists
A luxury passenger cruise ship named ‘‘Mein Schiff 6’’, carrying 2,380 tourists, has arrived at the Colombo Port and docked at the East Container Terminal Stage (ECT). MORE..
PM Harini hold talks British Foreign Secretary
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has held a bilateral meeting with Yvette Cooper MP, the Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom. MORE..
Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay expands his Cabinet
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay expanded his Cabinet today with the induction of 23 MLAs in the Council of Ministers. 21 MLAs from Vijay’s TVK party and 2 from the ally Congress took oath as ministers in the new government. MORE..
Trump says he will speak to Taiwan’s president in break from protocol
US President Donald Trump says he will talk to Taiwanese leader Lai Ching-te about a possible arms sale, in what would be a sharp departure from diplomatic tradition. MORE..
India mulls all options, including rate hike, as rupee slumps
The Reserve Bank of India is considering all of its available options to stabilise the rupee, including an interest rate hike, more currency swaps and raising dollars from investors overseas, according to people familiar with the matter. MORE..
42 antique paintings missing from National Art Gallery — Minister
A total of 42 antique paintings from the National Art Gallery have been reported missing, Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Hiniduma Sunil Senevi told Parliament. MORE..
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Govt. to lift energy restrictions for Vesak Week
The government has decided to lift the regulations previously imposed on the use of fuel and electricity in view of the Vesak festival, according to the Office of the Prime Minister. MORE..
UK eases sanctions on Russian jet fuel and diesel imports
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended Wednesday (May 20) a contentious move to ease sanctions on imports of Russian jet fuel and diesel as the Middle East war causes prices to spiral. MORE..
Police freeze assets of couple over alleged drug trafficking via instant money transfers
Police have frozen assets belonging to a married couple accused of trafficking narcotics through instant money transfer systems. MORE..
UN votes to support strong action on climate change despite US efforts to thwart the effort
The U.N. General Assembly voted overwhelmingly Wednesday to support strong action to limit climate change despite recent diplomatic efforts by the United States to have the measure withdrawn. MORE..
One in three Sri Lankans suffers from high blood pressure — Health Ministry
One in every three people in Sri Lanka is suffering from high blood pressure, the Ministry of Health has stated. MORE..
SC issues ruling against Secretary of Transport Ministry over fundamental rights case
The Supreme Court has ruled that the Secretary of the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation, Professor Kapila Perera, violated the fundamental human rights of Additional Secretary W.S. Sathyananda by declaring that his services were no longer required and subjecting him to humiliation and mental distress. MORE..
Govt. will not seek electricity tariff hike until September — Minister
The government will not request an increase in electricity tariffs from the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) until September, according to the Minister of Energy, Anura Karunathilaka. MORE..
Govt. expects US$700 million IMF tranche on May 27 — Deputy Minister
The government is hopeful of receiving US$700 million from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on May 27, the Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning, (Prof.) Anil Jayantha Fernando has stated. MORE..
Luxury cruise ship makes maiden call at Colombo Port carrying over 2,300 tourists
A luxury passenger cruise ship named ‘‘Mein Schiff 6’’, carrying 2,380 tourists, has arrived at the Colombo Port and docked at the East Container Terminal Stage (ECT). MORE..
PM Harini hold talks British Foreign Secretary
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has held a bilateral meeting with Yvette Cooper MP, the Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom. MORE..
Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay expands his Cabinet
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay expanded his Cabinet today with the induction of 23 MLAs in the Council of Ministers. 21 MLAs from Vijay’s TVK party and 2 from the ally Congress took oath as ministers in the new government. MORE..
Trump says he will speak to Taiwan’s president in break from protocol
US President Donald Trump says he will talk to Taiwanese leader Lai Ching-te about a possible arms sale, in what would be a sharp departure from diplomatic tradition. MORE..
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Technology
One in three Japan firms using or considering AI robots: Reuters poll
One-third of Japanese companies are already using or considering deploying AI-powered robots, with automakers and other transportation equipment manufacturers leading the way, a Reuters survey showed on Thursday. MORE..
Google announces slew of AI advances, including a personal assistant coming soon
Google announces slew of AI advances, including a personal assistant coming soon
Google will soon unleash a wealth of new artificial intelligence-powered tools and systems, including an AI assistant that will help users by proactively performing tasks on their behalf. MORE..
Samsung Elec set to face major strike on Thursday after talks with union collapse
Samsung Elec set to face major strike on Thursday after talks with union collapse
Samsung Electronics’ union plans for 48,000 workers to walk off the job on Thursday after efforts to clinch a deal on bonus payments fell through, threatening the health of South Korea’s economy and denting the global supply of semiconductors. MORE..
Google unveils smart glasses, taking on Meta
Google unveils smart glasses, taking on Meta
Google on Tuesday (May 19) unveiled the design of new smart glasses, returning to a market the tech giant tried – and failed – to crack more than a decade ago. MORE..
Entertainment
Harry Styles tour ‘actively working’ on staging after fan complaints
Harry Styles’ world tour is set to review its staging following complaints from fans over obstructed views. MORE..
BTS to make special appearance at 2026 American Music Awards
BTS to make special appearance at 2026 American Music Awards
K-pop superstars BTS will make a “special appearance” at the 2026 American Music Awards (AMAs), organisers CBS and Dick Clark Productions announced on Wednesday (May 20). MORE..
Kylie Minogue battled cancer for a second time in secret
Kylie Minogue battled cancer for a second time in secret
Kylie Minogue battled cancer for a second time in secret after being diagnosed in 2021. MORE..
Taiwan Travelogue: Yáng Shuāng-zǐ and translator Lin King win the International Booker Prize
Taiwan Travelogue: Yáng Shuāng-zǐ and translator Lin King win the International Booker Prize
The 2026 International Booker Prize has been won by Taiwanese writer Yáng Shuāng-zǐ and translator Lin King for “Taiwan Travelogue”, a historical romance judges praised for succeeding as “both a romance and an incisive postcolonial novel.” MORE..
Exchange Rates
Country |
Buying |
Selling |
|---|---|---|
USA
U.S.Dollar |
342.6353 | 354.0350 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
459.1241 | 476.4684 |
Europe
Euro |
396.7046 | 412.1364 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
434.8379 | 452.5924 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
248.8208 | 258.4942 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
242.3040 | 253.8498 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
266.7040 | 277.9299 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
2.1495 | 2.2344 |
Country |
Currency |
Rate |
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Bahrain
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Dinar | 874.0665 |
Kuwait
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Dinar | 1,065.9230 |
Oman
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Rial | 856.1992 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 90.4155 |
Saudi Arabia
|
Riyal | 87.8422 |
UAE
|
Dirham | 89.7459 |
Sports
Mohamed Salah set to captain Egypt at World Cup
Mohamed Salah is set to captain Egypt at the World Cup this summer after being named in their preliminary 27-man squad. MORE..
Aston Villa win Europa League to end 30-year trophy drought
Aston Villa ended their 30-year trophy drought in style as spectacular goals from Youri Tielemans and Emiliano Buendia inspired a 3-0 win against Freiburg in the Europa League final on Wednesday (May 20). MORE..
Bangladesh move above India in WTC standings after Pakistan whitewash
Bangladesh have made a significant jump in the ICC World Test Championship standings after sealing a historic home series win over Pakistan. MORE..
Portugal’s Ronaldo set for record sixth World Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to play in a record sixth World Cup after being selected in Portugal’s squad for this summer’s tournament. MORE..
Arsenal crowned Premier League champions for first time in 22 years
Arsenal ended their 22-year wait to win the Premier League title on Tuesday when they were confirmed as champions following second-placed Manchester City’s 1-1 draw at Bournemouth. MORE..
