CBSL rates: US Dollar selling rate drops to Rs. 339
2026-08-10
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated against the US Dollar today (10), compared to last Friday, with the USD sellingContinue Reading
Young couple arrested transporting 18kg of cannabis in luxury cab
2026-08-10
A young couple has been arrested by Arachchikattuwa Police while transporting a large stock of cannabis in a luxury cab.Continue Reading
Sri Lanka’s new ambassador presents credentials to Israeli President
2026-08-10
Sri Lanka’s newly appointed Ambassador to Israel, Saman Chandrasiri, formally presented his Letter of Credence to President Isaac Herzog atContinue Reading
Air India pilot likely failed dope test after turbulence-hit flight – NDTV
2026-08-10
The pilot who flew the turbulence-hit Air India aircraft from Phuket to Delhi last week has likely failed a dopeContinue Reading
Grade 5 Scholarship Exam results : Update from Exam Chief
2026-08-10
The results of the 2026 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination are expected to be released within a month, according to theContinue Reading
Repairs begin on Pallama section of Bangadeniya–Anamaduwa Road
2026-08-10
Repair work commenced today (10) on the Pallama section of the Bangadeniya–Anamaduwa road, which was severely damaged during the recentContinue Reading
Suspect arrested for flying drone over Kasikota elephant corridor
2026-08-10
A drone camera operator has been arrested by wildlife officers for flying a drone over the Kasikota elephant migration corridor,Continue Reading
SLBFE opens applications for 16,000 jobs in Israel — how to apply
2026-08-10
Applications open today for Sri Lankan workers seeking employment in Israel’s restaurant and renovation sectors, the Sri Lanka Bureau ofContinue Reading
Sajith donates Rs. 500,000 to Sri Lanka Singers’ Association welfare fund
2026-08-10
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has reaffirmed his support for Sri Lanka’s artistic community by donating Rs. 500,000 to the welfareContinue Reading
Dollar rate today: US Dollar selling rate steady at Rs. 339
2026-08-10
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated slightly against the US Dollar across commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (10), comparedContinue Reading
Port City residents’ right to vote in LG elections questioned at SOC
2026-08-10
Fundamental rights of citizens are being violated as residents of Colombo Port City remain unable to cast their ballots inContinue Reading
Sagara Kariyawasam arrested over comments on alleged plot to assassinate IGP
2026-08-10
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) General Secretary Sagara Kariyawasam has been arrested by the Central Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) overContinue Reading
Rough seas, strong winds: Fishing communities advised not to venture out to sea
2026-08-10
The Department of Meteorology has issued a warning for strong winds and rough seas, effective until 7.00 am tomorrow (11).Continue Reading
Castlereigh, Maussakele Reservoirs reach spill level after heavy rains
2026-08-10
Heavy rainfall in the catchment areas has pushed both the Castlereigh and Maussakele reservoirs to spill level this morning, accordingContinue Reading
Film producers lodge complaint over pirated Sinhala movie
2026-08-10
A complaint has been lodged with the Moratuwa Police over the illegal posting of a locally produced Sinhala film onContinue Reading
23-year-old suspect arrested over Dehiwala shooting attempt
2026-08-10
A 23‑year‑old suspect from Homagama has been arrested in connection with an attempted murder by shooting in Dehiwala earlier thisContinue Reading
Sri Lanka records 89,639 dengue cases, 65 deaths in 2026
2026-08-10
Sri Lanka has recorded 89,639 dengue cases so far in 2026, with 65 deaths reported, according to the latest figuresContinue Reading
2026 A/Level Exams begin today across 2,532 Centres
2026-08-10
The 2026 G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination commenced today and will continue until September 5, with 2,532 examination centres operating acrossContinue Reading