How SL rupee recovered rapidly : CBSL explains
2026-05-26
Following a week of sharp fluctuations in the foreign exchange market, Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. NandalalContinue Reading
Funds available for PC polls, legal issues remain: Cabinet Spokesman
2026-05-26
Cabinet Spokesman Minister Nalinda Jayatissa says funds have been allocated for the conduct of the Provincial Council elections, dismissing claimsContinue Reading
Cabinet approves sale of 115,000 metric tons of PMB paddy stocks
2026-05-26
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the sale of paddy stocks currently held by the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB). TheContinue Reading
NHDA introduces first-ever promotional exam for employees
2026-05-26
The National Housing Development Authority (NHDA) has introduced a promotional examination for its employees, creating opportunities for more than 1,000Continue Reading
What caused the sudden turnaround in the Rupee?
2026-05-26
Advocata Institute CEO Dhananath Fernando says the recent depreciation of the Sri Lankan Rupee against the US Dollar has begunContinue Reading
12-hour water cut in Mahara, Gampaha tomorrow
2026-05-26
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) says a 12-hour water cut will be imposed in the Mahara andContinue Reading
CBSL says interest rate hike aimed at easing inflation risks, impact on economy
2026-05-26
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has stepped in with “small interventions” to counter excessive demand due to marketContinue Reading
Pope urges ‘disarming’ of AI, says it helps normalize war
2026-05-26
Pope Leo XIV used his first major manifesto, published Monday, to urge governments to “disarm” artificial intelligence and be guidedContinue Reading
CBSL rates: Sri Lankan rupee surges against US Dollar
2026-05-26
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated significantly against the US Dollar today (May 26), compared to Monday. According to theContinue Reading
Colombo HC postpones corruption case decisions against Sarana Gunawardena
2026-05-26
The Colombo High Court has postponed until June 9 the delivery of judgments in four cases filed by the CommissionContinue Reading
Sydney cancels drone shows after 89 drones plunge into harbour
2026-05-26
About 90 drones have plummeted from the sky and plunged into Sydney’s Darling Harbour during an aerial drone show, promptingContinue Reading
Today’s Dollar rate: Rupee strengthens as USD selling rate drops further
2026-05-26
The Sri Lankan Rupee appreciated today (26) against the US Dollar, compared to Monday, with commercial banks lowering the sellingContinue Reading
CAASL warns of fake social media reports
2026-05-26
The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) has warned the public about fake and misleading information being circulated onContinue Reading
AG to file indictments against Ex-IGP Deshabandu within a month
2026-05-26
The Attorney General has informed the Supreme Court that indictments are expected to be filed within one month against formerContinue Reading
CMC faces case over Rs. 1,034 Mn VAT default
2026-05-26
Legal action has been sought against the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) over the alleged non-payment of VAT, Lankadeepa newspaper reported.Continue Reading
Women MPs appoint subcommittee on Anuradhapura child abuse case
2026-05-25
A subcommittee has been appointed by the Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus to oversee future legal proceedings related to the alleged childContinue Reading
Social Security Board launches mobile registration for pension schemes
2026-05-25
Sri Lanka Social Security Board says the public can now register for social security pension schemes through mobile phones fromContinue Reading
CBSL rates: Sri Lankan Rupee appreciates sharply against US Dollar
2026-05-25
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated significantly against the US Dollar today (May 25), compared to Friday. According to theContinue Reading