Sri Lanka’s foreign reserves surge to USD 6.51 billion in March
Sri Lanka’s official foreign reserves rose sharply in March 2025, reaching US$6.51 billion, according to the latest data released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). MORE..
- Sri Lanka’s population reaches 21.76 million - Census 2024 reveals
- Jacqueline Fernandez’s mother Kim Fernandez dies after suffering a stroke
- Stay order issued on poll-related activities of several LG bodies including CMC
- Adani Group’s Colombo Terminal commences operations
- President meets IMF delegation to discuss Sri Lanka’s fourth review
- Ex-President Maithripala leaves CID after giving statement
- Sri Lanka’s foreign reserves surge to USD 6.51 billion in March
- Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister meets US envoy to discuss new trade tariffs
- Opposition Leader blames govt inaction on US tariffs as CSE plunges
- Sri Lanka fashion sector praises government response to US tariffs
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Sri Lanka fashion sector praises government response to US tariffs
Sri Lanka’s government formed a working group aimed at evaluating the repercussions of the US’ tariffs on Sri Lanka goods, which will impact its fashion export sector. MORE..
Opposition Leader blames govt inaction on US tariffs as CSE plunges
Highlighting the performance of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) today (07), Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa claimed that Sri Lankan citizens are paying the price for the government’s unwillingness to heed the opposition’s advice regarding US reciprocal tariffs imposed on the country’s exports. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister meets US envoy to discuss new trade tariffs
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Ex-President Maithripala leaves CID after giving statement
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President meets IMF delegation to discuss Sri Lanka’s fourth review
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Adani Group’s Colombo Terminal commences operations
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Stay order issued on poll-related activities of several LG bodies including CMC
The Court of Appeal today (07) issued a stay order preventing any further action in relation to the conduct of elections for several local government authorities, including the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC). MORE..
Sri Lanka’s population reaches 21.76 million - Census 2024 reveals
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Met Dept. issues warning for severe lightning in three provinces
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ASPI drops over 700 points to fall below 15,000-mark
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North India bracing for extreme heat
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Election-related complaints climb ahead of 2025 LG Polls
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Oil prices drop to lowest in four years
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Shadows disappear as Colombo witnesses rare ‘Zero Shadow Day’
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EC notified of vacant MP seat after Kosala Nuwan’s death
The Parliament of Sri Lanka has informed the Election Commission in writing that a parliamentary seat has fallen vacant following the demise of National People’s Power (NPP) Kegalle District MP Kosala Nuwan Jayaweera, the Communications Department of Parliament said. MORE..
Opposition Leader blames govt inaction on US tariffs as CSE plunges
Highlighting the performance of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) today (07), Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa claimed that Sri Lankan citizens are paying the price for the government’s unwillingness to heed the opposition’s advice regarding US reciprocal tariffs imposed on the country’s exports. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister meets US envoy to discuss new trade tariffs
Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath has held a discussion with United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung regarding the new trade tariffs imposed on the country’s exports to the US. MORE..
Ex-President Maithripala leaves CID after giving statement
Former President Maithripala Sirisena has left the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) after providing a statement for around four hours, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
President meets IMF delegation to discuss Sri Lanka’s fourth review
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has held discussions with the representatives of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) this morning (07) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Adani Group’s Colombo Terminal commences operations
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has announced the commencement of operations at the Colombo West International Terminal (CWIT), located at the Port of Colombo. MORE..
Stay order issued on poll-related activities of several LG bodies including CMC
The Court of Appeal today (07) issued a stay order preventing any further action in relation to the conduct of elections for several local government authorities, including the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC). MORE..
Sri Lanka’s population reaches 21.76 million - Census 2024 reveals
The Census of Population and Housing 2024 has found that the latest population of Sri Lanka is 21,763,170. MORE..
Met Dept. issues warning for severe lightning in three provinces
Thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely to occur at several places in the Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces and in the Hambantota district, the Department of Meteorology warns. MORE..
ASPI drops over 700 points to fall below 15,000-mark
The All Share Price Index (ASPI) of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) dropped below the 15,000-point mark after losing more than 700 points during today’s trading. MORE..
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Meta releases new AI model Llama 4
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Fire at Tesla dealership near Rome destroys 17 cars
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Entertainment
Jacqueline Fernandez’s mother Kim Fernandez dies after suffering a stroke
Jacqueline Fernandez’s mother, Kim Fernandez, has died after suffering a stroke on Sunday. MORE..
Jay North, TV’s mischievous Dennis the Menace, dies at 73
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Iconic Malian musician Amadou Bagayoko of Amadou & Mariam dies at 70
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Grammy-nominated Malian musician Amadou Bagayoko, who won global fame by moulding traditional West African sounds with Western rock and pop influences as one half of the blind duo Amadou & Mariam, has died aged 70, the Malian government said. MORE..
Call of Duty maker defends gaming’s impact on young men
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Sports
Kandy wins Clifford Cup for record 22nd time
Kandy Sports Club clinched the Clifford Cup for a record-extending 22nd time after beating CR & FC 41-33 in the final at the Nittawela Stadium this evening. MORE..
Kandy to take on CR in Clifford Cup Final
League Champions Kandy Sports Club will take on CR & FC in the final of the Clifford Cup Knockout tournament at the Nittawela Stadium today. MORE..
SLC President Shammi Silva replaced as ACC Chair
President of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Shammi Silva has been replaced by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi as the President of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). MORE..
Mourinho accused of ‘physically attacking’ Galatasaray boss
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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..
Exchange Rates
Country |
Buying |
Selling |
|---|---|---|
USA
U.S.Dollar |
292.4976 | 301.0425 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
374.9452 | 389.0204 |
Europe
Euro |
318.1760 | 331.0271 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
338.6869 | 354.2415 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
203.9754 | 212.6151 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
174.0540 | 183.1405 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
215.2986 | 224.8937 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9875 | 2.0659 |
Country |
Currency |
Rate |
|---|---|---|
Bahrain
|
Dinar | 787.1700 |
Kuwait
|
Dinar | 964.9634 |
Oman
|
Rial | 770.8127 |
Qatar
|
Riyal | 81.4076 |
Saudi Arabia
|
Riyal | 79.0788 |
UAE
|
Dirham | 80.7915 |
