Sri Lanka’s tourism earnings surpass USD 1.1 billion in Q1 2025
The tourism industry generated USD 354 million in March, which has increased Sri Lanka’s earnings from tourism in the first quarter of 2025 to USD 1,122.3 million, according to the latest data from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). MORE..
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Prime Minister celebrates New Year honouring national traditions
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One dead, 20 injured after multi-vehicle crash in Agbopura
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Three returning from Bangkok arrested with Rs. 45mn worth narcotics
Three Sri Lankans who arrived from Bangkok have been apprehended for the possession of narcotics worth Rs. 45 million this morning (14). MORE..
Parents urged to pay more attention to children to minimise accidents
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RDA revenue from expressway tolls up by 30%
The revenue generated by the Road Development Authority (RDA) through expressway tolls on 11, 12 and 13 April has increased by 30% in comparison to the income generated during the same period last year. MORE..
LG election candidate, 6 party supporters arrested over police complaints
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Embrace the New Year with optimism despite adversities: Asgiri Chief Prelate
The dawn of a New Year brings new hope for the people, and therefore, the public should embrace the Sinhala and Tamil New Year with optimism despite adversities, the Chief Prelate of Asgiriya Chapter, Most Venerable Warakagoda Sri Gnanarathana Mahanayake Thero said. MORE..
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Daniel Noboa is reelected Ecuador’s president by voters weary of crime
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Opposition Leader calls for unity and resilience to face challenges together in New Year
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, in his Sinhala and Tamil New Year message, extended heartfelt wishes to all Sri Lankans and urged the nation to rise above divisions and step into the New Year with unity, resilience, and renewed spirit. MORE..
“2025 New Year marks a significant turning point” - PM Harini
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, in her Sinhala and Tamil New Year message, called on all Sri Lankans to step into the New Year with renewed hope and vision, as the nation moves forward together toward “a prosperous country and a beautiful life.” MORE..
President calls for unity and goodwill in Sinhala and Tamil New Year message
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Heat warning issued for several areas
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Northern, North-Central, North-Western, Western, Southern, and Eastern provinces, as well as the Ratnapura and Monaragala districts. MORE..
Prime Minister celebrates New Year honouring national traditions
The national ceremony to celebrate the Sinhala and Tamil New Year was held earlier today at Pahala Bomiriya in Kaduwela, with the participation of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. MORE..
One dead, 20 injured after multi-vehicle crash in Agbopura
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Three returning from Bangkok arrested with Rs. 45mn worth narcotics
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Parents urged to pay more attention to children to minimise accidents
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RDA revenue from expressway tolls up by 30%
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Road accidents lead to five deaths including a toddler
A total of five fatalities, including the death of a toddler, has been reported due to separate road accidents in various parts of the island. MORE..
Embrace the New Year with optimism despite adversities: Asgiri Chief Prelate
The dawn of a New Year brings new hope for the people, and therefore, the public should embrace the Sinhala and Tamil New Year with optimism despite adversities, the Chief Prelate of Asgiriya Chapter, Most Venerable Warakagoda Sri Gnanarathana Mahanayake Thero said. MORE..
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Tariffs on imported semiconductor chips coming soon, Trump says
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U.S. President Donald Trump has said he would be announcing the tariff rate on imported semiconductors over the next week, adding that there would be flexibility with some companies in the sector. MORE..
WhatsApp down: Major outage hits messaging services globally
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Tesla launches in Saudi Arabia with its first showroom and service center in Riyadh
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Entertainment
Katy Perry roars into space on all-woman flight
Pop star Katy Perry completed a brief foray into space Monday, roaring to the edge of the cosmos with an all-women crew on one of billionaire Jeff Bezos’s rockets. MORE..
‘The Golconda Blue’: Iconic Indian royal diamond to be auctioned for first time
‘The Golconda Blue’: Iconic Indian royal diamond to be auctioned for first time
A rare piece of India’s royal heritage, ‘The Golconda Blue’ -- a historic diamond once owned by the Maharajas of Indore and Baroda -- is set to make its auction debut at the Christie’s “Magnificent Jewels” sale in Geneva on May 14. MORE..
Katy Perry to fly into space with Blue Origin’s all-women crew today
Katy Perry to fly into space with Blue Origin’s all-women crew today
Pop star Katy Perry will be the biggest name in an all-female group set to touch the edge of space Monday, roaring into the cosmos on one of billionaire Jeff Bezos’ rockets. MORE..
World’s oldest gorilla in a zoo celebrates her 68th birthday in Berlin
World’s oldest gorilla in a zoo celebrates her 68th birthday in Berlin
Fatou, the oldest gorilla living in captivity worldwide, is getting ready for her 68th birthday in style. MORE..
Exchange Rates
Country |
Buying |
Selling |
|---|---|---|
USA
U.S.Dollar |
294.2887 | 303.1241 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
381.7218 | 396.1302 |
Europe
Euro |
331.7452 | 344.4009 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
355.4797 | 372.5886 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
209.9510 | 218.9346 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
181.7787 | 191.2736 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
220.0970 | 229.8553 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
2.0427 | 2.1235 |
Country |
Currency |
Rate |
|---|---|---|
Bahrain
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Dinar | 792.8273 |
Kuwait
|
Dinar | 973.7151 |
Oman
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Rial | 776.3214 |
Qatar
|
Riyal | 81.9895 |
Saudi Arabia
|
Riyal | 79.6185 |
UAE
|
Dirham | 81.3689 |
