CBSL rates: Rupee appreciates slightly against USD
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated slightly against the US Dollar today (07), compared to Monday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has reduced from Rs. 311.73 to Rs. 311.72, while…
President briefs Parliament on fuel supply
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says a crude oil shipment is expected in mid-April. Addressing the Parliament today, President Dissanayake said that Sri Lanka obtains its crude oil from the Fujairah Refinery in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). However, the ordered…
Binance Launches ChainCeylon 2026 to Advance Blockchain Education Across Sri Lankan Universities
Student-Led Initiative Empowers Youth with Practical Web3 Skills and Builds Sustainable Campus Networks Binance, the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has launched ChainCeylon 2026, a flagship education program aimed at deepening blockchain literacy and promoting responsible crypto adoption…
President announces new relief package
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says the government has introduced a new relief package, taking into consideration the impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict on Sri Lanka. Addressing the Parliament today (07), President Dissanayake said attention was focused on three…
‘Minister lying’: Ajith Perera cites report showing power cuts
Opposition MP Ajith P. Perera has criticised the government over power interruptions, questioning the Energy Minister’s claim that no power cuts had taken place. Ajith P. Perera said the Energy Minister had told Parliament that there had been no power…
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Notable rise in online “Avurudu Kumari” scams, SLCERT warns
The Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (SLCERT) has issued a public warning regarding a significant increase in online scams and financial fraud attempts circulating across social media platforms during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festive season. In a…
SLC responds to false report, reveals names after fitness controversy
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has rejected a report claiming that 19 national players had failed the Physical Performance Test, stating the information circulated was factually incorrect. In a statement, SLC said the report aired on April 3 was “factually incorrect…
Dollar rate today : Selling rate unchanged at Rs. 318
The Sri Lankan rupee has depreciated slightly against the US dollar across commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (07), compared to Monday, with the selling rate remaining unchanged at Rs. 318. According to Seylan Bank, the buying and selling rates…
Activist says charged for claiming COVID burials were safe despite Cabinet apology
An activist has written to the President alleging malicious conduct by state authorities over his arrest related to comments made during the COVID-19 pandemic and the forced cremation policy. In a letter dated April 6, Chirantha Amerasinghe said he was…