Dollar rate in Sri Lanka today
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated slightly against the US Dollar at commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (16 Dec), compared to Monday. At Seylan Bank, the buying rate of the US Dollar remains unchanged at Rs. 305.75, while the…
Cape Weligama Recognised in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List
Resplendent Ceylon is proud to announce that Cape Weligama has been named in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveller Gold List, a prestigious recognition celebrating the world’s finest hotels and resorts. This accolade positions Cape Weligama among the top luxury destinations…
MSF delivers 1,000 winterized tents to support flood‑displaced families in Sri Lanka
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has delivered 1,000 winterized family tents and 1,500 heavy-duty plastic sheets to Sri Lanka’s Disaster Management Centre (DMC). These tents, delivered this week (Dec 14), are specially designed to provide safe, warm, and durable…
Former UNP Legal Secretary Daya Pelpola dies at 85
President’s Counsel Daya Pelpola, a distinguished lawyer, politician and diplomat, has passed away at the age of 85. Pelpola served as Legal Secretary of the United National Party for over 15 years and also held the position of Acting General…
Corruption Case : Former Minister C.B. Ratnayake released on bail
Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama today (16) released on bail former Minister C.B. Ratnayake in connection with a corruption charge filed under the Money Laundering Act. The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption had arrested Ratnayake over…
Japanese medical team leaves Sri Lanka after humanitarian mission
A 31-member Japanese medical team departed Sri Lanka on Monday night after completing a humanitarian mission to provide emergency health services to communities affected by recent flooding, officials said. The team, part of Japan Disaster Relief (JDR), arrived in Sri…
Australian Prime Minister visits Bondi hero Ahmed al-Ahmed in Sydney hospital
The man who tackled one of the Bondi shooters has spoken from hospital as he recovers from his injuries and has been visited by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who praised him as “the best of our country”. Ahmed al-Ahmed,…
Heavy machinery clears obstruction near Peradeniya Yaka Bridge
A major operation was launched on Monday (15 Dec) at the Peradeniya Yaka Bridge to remove a large obstruction in the Mahaweli River that had posed a challenge to engineers for over ten days. According to Minister of Transport, Highways…
Schools instructed to cancel third-term exams for Grades 6–10
The Ministry of Education has announced that term examinations will not be held for Grades 6 to 10 during the third school term of the 2025 academic year. The directive follows a circular issued on December 9, 2025 (Ref: ED/09/12/06/05/01…
Cyclone Ditwah : Badulla–Haputale railway line restored in 18 days
Deputy Minister of Tourism, Ruwan Ranasinghe, has announced that the Badulla-Haputale train service, which was affected due to Cyclone Ditwah, is ready to resume service after 18 days. In a post on social media, Deputy Minister Ruwan Ranasinghe said that…