Indian Prime Minister Modi to arrive in Sri Lanka today
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to arrive in Sri Lanka today (04) for a three-day state visit, marking a significant diplomatic engagement between the two nations. MORE..
- Suspended IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon further remanded
- US Dollar under pressure following Trump’s latest tariff
- Colombo stock market slumps as ASPI drops by over 300 points
- Sri Lanka’s crackdown on street dogs for India PM’s visit sparks protest
- One killed, one injured in Hikkaduwa shooting incident
- Ceylon Chamber expresses deep concern over US tariffs
- Heavy rainfall above 100mm expected today
- Family of Sri Lankan woman who died in Japan detention demand release of full footage
- Local renewable energy developers face unfair terms compared to foreign investors – Energy Analysts
- Indian Prime Minister Modi to arrive in Sri Lanka today
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Local renewable energy developers face unfair terms compared to foreign investors – Energy Analysts
Energy Analyst Dr. Vidhura Ralapanawe says Sri Lanka’s local energy developers are being offered unfavourable terms for renewable energy projects compared to foreign investors. MORE..
Family of Sri Lankan woman who died in Japan detention demand release of full footage
The family of a Sri Lankan woman who died in a detention centre in Japan in 2021 is planning to file a lawsuit to demand that Japanese authorities release hundreds of hours of security footage of her last days to help determine the cause of her death. MORE..
Heavy rainfall above 100mm expected today
The Department of Meteorology says that showers or thundershowers will occur at most places of the island during the afternoon or night today (04). MORE..
Ceylon Chamber expresses deep concern over US tariffs
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) today expresses deep concern over the imposition of a 44% tariff on Sri Lankan exports to the United States. MORE..
One killed, one injured in Hikkaduwa shooting incident
A 51-year-old man has been killed while a woman has been injured following a shooting incident at Karuwalakanda, Hikkaduwa. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s crackdown on street dogs for India PM’s visit sparks protest
Sri Lankan animal rights activists marched on Thursday to protest the round-up of stray dogs a day ahead of a visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. MORE..
Colombo stock market slumps as ASPI drops by over 300 points
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) today faced a significant decline, with the key indices recording sharp drops. MORE..
US Dollar under pressure following Trump’s latest tariff
Deutsche Bank warned on Thursday of the risk of a crisis of confidence in the U.S. dollar, saying major shifts in capital flow allocations could take over from currency fundamentals and currency moves become disorderly. MORE..
Suspended IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon further remanded
The Matara Magistrate’s Court has ordered suspended Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon to be further remanded until April 10 in connection with the 2023 shooting incident near a hotel in the Pelena area of Weligama. MORE..
‘If we fail to negotiate on US tariffs, we have other options’: Minister on Sri Lanka’s stance
Sri Lanka’s Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Economic Development Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando says that Sri Lanka will hold talks and negotiate the new trade tariffs imposed by the United States on the country’s exports. MORE..
2025 LG Polls: Appeals Court to deliver decision on rejected nominations
The Court of Appeal is scheduled to deliver its decision tomorrow (April 04) on three categories of rejection of nominations for 2025 Local Government (LG) Elections, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Short-sighted politics steering Sri Lanka back towards bankruptcy - Dilith
Leader of the ‘Sarvajana Balaya’ alliance Parliamentarian Dilith Jayaweera has issued a stern warning to the incumbent government on the backdrop of US President Donald Trump imposing a set of reciprocal tariffs on a several countries including on Sri Lanka. MORE..
CID seeks information from public over alleged misuse of President’s Fund
The general public has been requested to inform the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) in writing regarding individuals who were aggrieved while attempting to obtain funds from the President’s Fund between the years 2008 and 2024. MORE..
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Grade 5 Scholarship Exam to be held on August 10
The 2025 Grade Five Scholarship Examination is scheduled to be held on August 10, 2025. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Opposition Leader calls for Asia-centric trade strategy
Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa says that the 44% US trade tariff on Sri Lanka is not just a trade issue, but a wake-up call to stop the silent defiance of regional interests of other nations and protect mutual interest. MORE..
Family of Sri Lankan woman who died in Japan detention demand release of full footage
The family of a Sri Lankan woman who died in a detention centre in Japan in 2021 is planning to file a lawsuit to demand that Japanese authorities release hundreds of hours of security footage of her last days to help determine the cause of her death. MORE..
Heavy rainfall above 100mm expected today
The Department of Meteorology says that showers or thundershowers will occur at most places of the island during the afternoon or night today (04). MORE..
Ceylon Chamber expresses deep concern over US tariffs
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) today expresses deep concern over the imposition of a 44% tariff on Sri Lankan exports to the United States. MORE..
One killed, one injured in Hikkaduwa shooting incident
A 51-year-old man has been killed while a woman has been injured following a shooting incident at Karuwalakanda, Hikkaduwa. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s crackdown on street dogs for India PM’s visit sparks protest
Sri Lankan animal rights activists marched on Thursday to protest the round-up of stray dogs a day ahead of a visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. MORE..
Colombo stock market slumps as ASPI drops by over 300 points
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) today faced a significant decline, with the key indices recording sharp drops. MORE..
US Dollar under pressure following Trump’s latest tariff
Deutsche Bank warned on Thursday of the risk of a crisis of confidence in the U.S. dollar, saying major shifts in capital flow allocations could take over from currency fundamentals and currency moves become disorderly. MORE..
Suspended IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon further remanded
The Matara Magistrate’s Court has ordered suspended Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon to be further remanded until April 10 in connection with the 2023 shooting incident near a hotel in the Pelena area of Weligama. MORE..
‘If we fail to negotiate on US tariffs, we have other options’: Minister on Sri Lanka’s stance
Sri Lanka’s Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Economic Development Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando says that Sri Lanka will hold talks and negotiate the new trade tariffs imposed by the United States on the country’s exports. MORE..
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Technology
TikTok bidders pile up as deadline looms with Amazon, OnlyFans founder in mix
As the weekend deadline for TikTok to find a buyer approaches, bidders for the short-video social media site are piling up. MORE..
Fire at Tesla dealership near Rome destroys 17 cars
Fire at Tesla dealership near Rome destroys 17 cars
At least 17 Tesla cars were destroyed after a fire broke out at a dealership on the outskirts of Rome on Monday morning, according to Italian fire officials. No one was at the dealership when the fire broke out and no injuries have been reported. MORE..
Apple plans to add ‘AI doctor’ to iPhone’s Health app
Apple plans to add ‘AI doctor’ to iPhone’s Health app
Apple seems to betting big on the artificial intelligence once again with plans to completely revamp its Health app and add an ‘AI doctor’ like service within it, according to a report by Bloomberg. MORE..
iPhone 17 Air could be Apple’s slimmest smartphone ever
iPhone 17 Air could be Apple’s slimmest smartphone ever
Apple is reportedly planning a major shift in its iPhone lineup with the upcoming iPhone 17 series, introducing a brand-new model called the iPhone 17 Air. MORE..
Entertainment
Call of Duty maker defends gaming’s impact on young men
A developer behind titles in the Call of Duty (CoD) series has defended the effect of video games on young men. MORE..
‘The Simpsons,’ ‘Family Guy’ renewed for four seasons at Fox
‘The Simpsons,’ ‘Family Guy’ renewed for four seasons at Fox
Animated television sitcoms “The Simpsons,” “Family Guy,” and “Bob’s Burgers” have been renewed for four more seasons on Fox, Fox Entertainment said on Wednesday. MORE..
ASTRO, SEVENTEEN, other K-pop stars to release tribute song for Moonbin
ASTRO, SEVENTEEN, other K-pop stars to release tribute song for Moonbin
A new tribute song dedicated to the late Moonbin of ASTRO will be released next month, his agency Fantagio announced on March 28th KST. MORE..
Val Kilmer, film star known for ‘Top Gun,’ ‘Batman Forever’ and ‘Tombstone,’ dead at 65
Val Kilmer, film star known for ‘Top Gun,’ ‘Batman Forever’ and ‘Tombstone,’ dead at 65
Val Kilmer, a movie star in the 1980s and ‘90s who played everything from Batman to Doc Holliday, died on Tuesday, according to his daughter Mercedes Kilmer, who released a statement to the New York Times and the Associated Press. He was 65. MORE..
Sports
Mourinho accused of ‘physically attacking’ Galatasaray boss
Galatasaray have accused Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho of “physically attacking” their manager Okan Buruk after he appeared to grab his nose following a fiery derby in the Turkish Cup. MORE..
Shammi Silva appointed to three ICC committees
Shammi Silva, who was recently re-elected uncontested as the Chairman of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) for the fourth consecutive term, has been appointed to three key committees of the International Cricket Council (ICC). MORE..
Shammi Silva elected SLC Chairman for 4th time
Shammi Silva has been elected uncontested as Chairman of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), for the fourth time. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Ransilu Jayathilake wins Gold at Asia Pacific Powerlifting Championships
Sri Lankan powerlifter Ransilu Jayathilake has secured the gold medal in the 120 kg weight class at the 2025 Asia Pacific Powerlifting Championships held in Australia. MORE..
Black Cap Muhammad Abbas hits fastest 50 on ODI debut
Pakistan born Muhammad Abbas had a great debut for New Zealand in the first ODI against Pakistan. Abbas played brilliant inning of 52 in 26 balls to help New Zealand post a strong total of 344-9 in 50 overs. MORE..
Exchange Rates
Country |
Buying |
Selling |
|---|---|---|
USA
U.S.Dollar |
292.0185 | 300.6875 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
380.1418 | 394.3011 |
Europe
Euro |
317.0976 | 329.8707 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
330.7638 | 346.0898 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
203.8597 | 212.4250 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
181.5427 | 190.6533 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
215.7248 | 225.3268 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9704 | 2.0479 |
Country |
Currency |
Rate |
|---|---|---|
Bahrain
|
Dinar | 785.3672 |
Kuwait
|
Dinar | 960.5912 |
Oman
|
Rial | 769.0468 |
Qatar
|
Riyal | 81.2191 |
Saudi Arabia
|
Riyal | 78.9177 |
UAE
|
Dirham | 80.6043 |
