Govt says don’t accept one minister but urges to accept another
MP D. V. Chanaka questioned the government today on contradictory statements by its ministers on the requirements to obtain a Police clearance certificate. Addressing Parliament, MP Chanaka said that yesterday, the Minister of Public Administration accepted that there was a…
Ride the Bull, Don’t Become One! Warning from SEC
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) has issued a strong warning against individuals and groups publishing investment-related content on social media without proper authorisation. In a notice issued today, the regulator said that any content amounting to…
SLIIT ICSDB Excellence Awards 2025 – Recognizing the Future of Sustainable and Digital Business
Is your organization driving change through innovation and sustainability? Here’s your chance to be recognized on a national stage! The SLIIT Business School proudly presents the ICSDB Excellence Awards 2025, held as part of the 4th International Conference on Sustainable…
₹7.11 crore Bengaluru cash van heist executed like a money-heist operation
A dramatic Indian Rs 7.11-crore cash robbery — valued at roughly USD 850,000 — has taken on the shape of a high-precision “money heist,” with investigators confirming that the gang behind the operation used multiple vehicles, fake number plates, and…
ABU Media Summit on climate action and disaster prevention from Nov 25 – 27
The 9th ABU Media Summit on Climate Action and Disaster Prevention will take place from November 25 to 27 at the Mount Lavinia Hotel, under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation (SLRC) Chairman Gihan de…
Chairman unaware of Rs 80 million Benz Order – Minister
MP Ravi Karunanayake has raised concerns in Parliament over an alleged Rs. 80 million vehicle ordered for the former Chairman of Lanka Electricity Company (LECO). “There had been a vehicle worth Rs. 70 million available in the showroom, which was…
Today’s CBSL official exchange rates
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar today (19), compared to Wednesday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has slightly increased from Rs. 304.34 to Rs. 304.44….
Severe lightning: High risk alert for 3 districts
Thundershowers accompanied with severe lightning are likely to occur in Uva province and Ampara district. There may be temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers. General public is kindly requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by lightning activity….
Sri Lanka Shines in Travel + Leisure’s “50 Best Places to Go in 2026”
Sri Lanka has been named among the 50 Best Places to Travel in 2026 by the internationally recognised travel publication Travel + Leisure, which describes the island as a “stand-alone destination” for culture, adventure, and natural beauty. The feature highlights…
Group of 27 fishermen repatriated to India
A group of 27 Indian fishermen were repatriated from Sri Lanka today to India, the Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka said. The group includes fishermen who were apprehended by Sri Lankan authorities for poaching off Sri Lankan waters. (Newswire)…