30-hour water cut in several areas of Galle District
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced that a 30-hour water cut will be implemented in several areas of the Galle District tomorrow (20). MORE..
- Parliament to debate drug price regulations next week
- Fishermen issue requires sensitive handling and sustainable solutions, says PM Harini in India
- Sri Lanka to seek Interpol Red Notices for athletes who fled 2022 C’wealth Games
- Few showers expected in parts of the island today
- Re-scrutinized results of 2025 Scholarship Exam released
- Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to ceasefire after days of deadly clashes
- PM Harini returns after concluding visit to India
- 30-hour water cut in several areas of Galle District
- Sri Lanka launches GIS-based rubber land mapping program
- Sri Lanka reports 35 malaria cases so far this year
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Sri Lanka reports 35 malaria cases so far this year
The Anti Malaria Campaign has reported that a total of 35 malaria cases have been identified in Sri Lanka so far this year, with one fatality recorded. MORE..
Sri Lanka launches GIS-based rubber land mapping program
The Rubber Development Department and the Survey Department of Sri Lanka have jointly initiated a rubber land mapping program utilizing innovative Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. MORE..
PM Harini returns after concluding visit to India
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has returned to Sri Lanka after completing an official diplomatic visit to India. MORE..
Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to ceasefire after days of deadly clashes
Afghanistan and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry said Sunday. It follows more than a week of fighting that has killed dozens of people and injured hundreds. MORE..
Re-scrutinized results of 2025 Scholarship Exam released
The re-scrutinized results of the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination, have been released online, according to the Department of Examinations. MORE..
Few showers expected in parts of the island today
Showers or thundershowers will occur at most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m, today (19), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Sri Lanka to seek Interpol Red Notices for athletes who fled 2022 C’wealth Games
Sri Lanka will seek Interpol red notices for the arrest of athletes who fled the 2022 Commonwealth Games village in Birmingham and failed to return home, a court was informed. MORE..
Fishermen issue requires sensitive handling and sustainable solutions, says PM Harini in India
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya highlighted Colombo’s concern over Indian fishermen venturing into the island nation’s waters, even as she pitched her country as a “complimentary” partner for India’s ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ vision. MORE..
Parliament to debate drug price regulations next week
Parliament is scheduled to debate the regulations pertaining to the control of drug prices on 21 October 2025. MORE..
Police obtain 90-day detention order on ‘Ishara Sewwandi’
The Ministry of Defence has granted permission for the police to detain and interrogate ‘Ishara Sewwandi’ for 90 days. MORE..
Over 650 suspects arrested during special island-wide police raids
Sri Lanka Police announced that a total of 654 suspects were arrested during island-wide operations within yesterday. MORE..
Fire breaks out at Dhaka Airport; All flights suspended
A major fire broke out at the cargo terminal of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka on Saturday, forcing the suspension of all flights. MORE..
Six spill gates of Rajanganaya Reservoir opened by 6 feet
The Department of Irrigation has reported that six spill gates of Rajanganaya reservoir are currently open due to heavy rainfall in the island. MORE..
NTC implements special bus service for long weekend
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has announced that a special bus operation plan will be implemented for the upcoming long weekend and the Deepavali festival which falls on 20 October 2025. MORE..
President says aware that some individuals within political and state machinery involved in drug-related activities
During the ceremony for the Presentation of the President’s Colours to the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) and the Commissioning of Cadet Officers, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake addressed the newly commissioned officers, emphasizing the significance of their responsibilities. MORE..
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Sri Lanka launches GIS-based rubber land mapping program
The Rubber Development Department and the Survey Department of Sri Lanka have jointly initiated a rubber land mapping program utilizing innovative Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. MORE..
PM Harini returns after concluding visit to India
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has returned to Sri Lanka after completing an official diplomatic visit to India. MORE..
Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to ceasefire after days of deadly clashes
Afghanistan and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry said Sunday. It follows more than a week of fighting that has killed dozens of people and injured hundreds. MORE..
Re-scrutinized results of 2025 Scholarship Exam released
The re-scrutinized results of the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination, have been released online, according to the Department of Examinations. MORE..
Few showers expected in parts of the island today
Showers or thundershowers will occur at most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m, today (19), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Sri Lanka to seek Interpol Red Notices for athletes who fled 2022 C’wealth Games
Sri Lanka will seek Interpol red notices for the arrest of athletes who fled the 2022 Commonwealth Games village in Birmingham and failed to return home, a court was informed. MORE..
Fishermen issue requires sensitive handling and sustainable solutions, says PM Harini in India
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya highlighted Colombo’s concern over Indian fishermen venturing into the island nation’s waters, even as she pitched her country as a “complimentary” partner for India’s ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ vision. MORE..
Parliament to debate drug price regulations next week
Parliament is scheduled to debate the regulations pertaining to the control of drug prices on 21 October 2025. MORE..
Police obtain 90-day detention order on ‘Ishara Sewwandi’
The Ministry of Defence has granted permission for the police to detain and interrogate ‘Ishara Sewwandi’ for 90 days. MORE..
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Technology
Nvidia unveils first Blackwell chip wafer made with TSMC in US
Nvidia uveiled on Friday the first U.S.-made Blackwell wafer, produced at TSMC’s semiconductor manufacturing facility in Phoenix, as demand for AI chips accelerates. MORE..
BYD makes largest recall of over 115,000 cars due to design, battery issues
BYD makes largest recall of over 115,000 cars due to design, battery issues
Chinese car maker BYD will make its largest recall yet of more than 115,000 Tang series and Yuan Pro vehicles produced between 2015 and 2022 due to design defects and battery-related safety risks, China’s market regulator said on Friday. MORE..
Samsung to showcase its first ever trifold phone at APEC summit
Samsung to showcase its first ever trifold phone at APEC summit
Samsung Electronics Co. will unveil its highly-anticipated trifold smartphone when world leaders and global dignitaries gather at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in South Korea later this month. MORE:
Samsung Electronics shares hit record high
Samsung Electronics shares hit record high
Shares of South Korean chipmaker Samsung Electronics rose as much as 2 per cent on Thursday to an all-time high on investor optimism surrounding the semiconductor industry. MORE..
Entertainment
David Attenborough, 99, breaks record as oldest Daytime Emmy winner
Paul Telfer of “Days of Our Lives” and Nancy Lee Grahn of “General Hospital” won lead acting honors at the Daytime Emmys on Friday, with ABC’s “General Hospital” claiming six trophies in the major categories, including drama series. MORE..
Derana Closeup Colombo Music Festival 2025 set to electrify with two shows and masterclasses
Derana Closeup Colombo Music Festival 2025 set to electrify with two shows and masterclasses
Sri Lanka’s entertainment landscape is about to witness one of its most dynamic events yet as TV Derana, in collaboration with Closeup, presents the “Derana Closeup Colombo Music Festival 2025” — a two-day celebration of music, culture, and creativity. MORE..
Deepika Padukone becomes the voice of Meta AI across six countries
Deepika Padukone becomes the voice of Meta AI across six countries
Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone collaborated with Meta to become the new voice of its AI version across multiple countries. MORE..
Grammy-winning neo-soul singer D’Angelo dies at 51
Grammy-winning neo-soul singer D’Angelo dies at 51
Grammy-winning R&B artist D’Angelo, a pioneer of neo-soul music, died at the age of 51 on Tuesday “after a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer,” his family said in a statement. MORE..
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UK
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Europe
Euro |
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Switzerland
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Canada
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Oman
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Rial | 786.9994 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 83.0112 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 80.7857 |
UAE
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Dirham | 82.4993 |
Sports
2025 Asia Rugby Sevens Series: Sri Lanka thrash China to qualify for semi-final
Sri Lanka defeated China 34-07 in a Pool C encounter on Day Two of the final leg of the Asia Rugby Sevens Series 2025 at the Racecourse International Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
Zimbabwe replaces Afghanistan in Pakistan’s T20I tri-series featuring Sri Lanka
Zimbabwe Cricket has confirmed its participation in the upcoming T20 International tri-series hosted by the Pakistan Cricket Board, alongside Sri Lanka. MORE..
2025 Asia Rugby 7s Series: Sri Lanka remains unbeaten after win over Singapore
Sri Lanka led by Kavindu Perera secured a clinical 22-05 win over Singapore in a Pool C encounter to remain unbeaten on Day One of the final leg of the Asia Rugby Sevens Series 2025 at the Racecourse International Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
2025 Asia Rugby Sevens Series: Sri Lanka defeats Uzbekistan 26-14
Sri Lanka kick-started the final leg of the Asia Rugby Sevens Series 2025 with an impressive 26-14 win over Uzbekistan in a Pool C encounter at the Racecourse International Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
Final leg of Asia Rugby Sevens Series 2025 gets underway in Colombo today
The final leg of the Asia Rugby Sevens Series 2025 is scheduled to get underway at the Racecourse International Stadium in Colombo today. MORE..
