City of Dreams Sri Lanka Presents “Signature Velvet Nights” An Elevated Celebration of Jazz, Glamour and Indulgence
City of Dreams Sri Lanka invites guests to experience Signature Velvet Nights, an immersive three night celebration of music, elegance and curated indulgence, set to unfold from 24 to 26 April. Designed to bring together refined entertainment and elevated lifestyle…
Suspect linked to ‘Kanjipani Imran’ arrested
Police say a key suspect linked to organized crime gang leader ‘Kanjipani Imran’ has been arrested by the Counter‑Terrorism and Investigation Division. According to Police Media Spokesman, ASP F. U. Wootler, the arrest was made during a raid in the…
India extends OCI card eligibility to 5th and 6th generation Tamils in Sri Lanka
In a landmark announcement, Indian Vice President Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan has extended Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) Card eligibility to include 5th and 6th generation Indian Origin Tamils (IOTs) in Sri Lanka, expanding the current condition, which applied only up…
Minister Samarasinghe rejects sections of Auditor General’s coal report
Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe has dismissed parts of the Auditor General’s report on the controversial coal import incident, saying certain facts presented “cannot be accepted.” Speaking during a televised debate, the Minister stressed that the report does not establish fraud but…
Spain starts program to legalize up to half a million migrants
Spain has kicked off a program aimed at granting legal status to 500,000 undocumented migrants, in a move that goes against a trend of anti-immigration rhetoric and policies in the United States and much of Europe. The program, announced in…
Former MP Premalal Jayasekara arrested over firearm threat allegations
Former Member of Parliament Premalal Jayasekara has been arrested by the Nuwara Eliya Police. According to Police Media Spokesman ASP F.U. Wootler, Premalal Jayasekara was arrested over allegations of threatening an individual with a firearm. He further said that the…
CBSL rates: Rupee depreciates further against USD
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar today (21), compared to Monday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 312.83 to Rs. 312.89, while…
Namal accuses Govt of politicising Easter attacks probe
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa has accused the government of politicising investigations into the Easter Sunday attacks, alleging selective action and misplaced blame. Speaking to journalists in Colombo on Monday (20), Rajapaksa claimed that individuals linked to…
Japan funds two new development projects in Sri Lanka
The Government of Japan has reaffirmed its commitment to Sri Lanka’s development journey by allocating USD 2.6 million under its Japanese Supplementary Budget (JSB) for two new projects. The initiatives aim to strengthen climate resilience in vulnerable communities and advance…
Dollar rate today : Selling rate edges towards Rs. 320
The Sri Lankan rupee has depreciated further against the US dollar across commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (21), compared to Monday, with the selling rate edging towards Rs. 320. According to Seylan Bank, the buying and selling rates of…