Today’s CBSL official exchange rates
The Sri Lankan Rupee remains steady against the US Dollar today (20 Aug), compared to Tuesday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar is Rs. 297.74, while the selling rate is Rs….
Mullaitivu incident : Four Army officers remanded
Four army personnel who were arrested in connection with the death of a young man who drowned in the Muttaiyankattu Tank after entering an army camp in the area, have been remanded until 26th August. The group was remanded after…
Man climbs utility post demanding wife’s return
Authorities worked to rescue an individual who had climbed on top of a utility post, urging authorities to facilitate the return of his wife working overseas. Police, together with the fire brigade, worked to remove the man from the utility…
Postal employee slams Govt over misinformation on strike
A half-dressed Postal employee has slammed the authorities, including the Postal Minister, for misleading the public with false information regarding the ongoing postal strike. Speaking to the media, the Postal employee claimed that the authorities have failed to provide them…
Court rejects Deshabandu Tennakoon’s anticipatory bail plea
The Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court today rejected the anticipatory bail application filed by former IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon. Tennakoon had sought anticipatory bail to prevent his arrest in connection with an ongoing investigation, but the court refused to grant the request…
New Rs. 6 Billion Modern Hospital to be Built in Deniyaya by 2029
A new 300-bed hospital with modern facilities is set to be built in Deniyaya, according to health authorities. The project, estimated to cost Rs. 6 billion, will replace the 127-year-old Deniyaya Base Hospital, parts of which are at risk of…
Dollar rate in Sri Lanka today
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar at commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (20 Aug), compared to Tuesday. At Seylan Bank, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 297.95 to Rs….
Car gets jammed between bus and lorry
A multi-vehicle collision reported in the Kadawatha-Mahara area this morning resulted in a car becoming jammed between a bus and a lorry. It is reported that a bus collided with the rear of a car that had been parked behind…
Prophet Jerome Fernando in Australia for special programs
Prophet Jerome Fernando received a grand welcome from his followers upon his arrival at Melbourne International Airport for a series of special religious programs in Australia. The founder of the Glorious Church is visiting after nine years, with services scheduled…