Vehicle imports : Central Bank Governor responds to reports
Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe said there are no plans to impose restrictions on vehicle imports, affirming that the market will remain open. Speaking to reporters, Weerasinghe said that the Central Bank has not taken any steps to limit…
Wildlife Dept. seeks STF & CID support after elephant deaths
The Department of Wildlife Conservation and Environment Ministry have requested support from the Police Special Task Force (STF) and local Police to strengthen protections for wild elephants following deaths reported recently in the Sigiriya and Galgamuwa areas. In a letter…
458 Arrested yesterday in Ongoing Anti-Drug Operation
Security forces in Sri Lanka arrested 458 individuals on July 22 during a series of daily operations targeting drug-related and criminal activities, the Ministry of Public Security said. The coordinated efforts involved Sri Lanka Police, the Police Special Task Force,…
Today’s CBSL official exchange rates
The Sri Lankan Rupee has slightly depreciated against the US Dollar today (23 July), compared to Tuesday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased slightly from Rs. 297.98 to Rs….
Ranil launches Scouts’ Service Month
The All-Ceylon Scouts Movement, founded by the late Dr. W. Champika Lowe, began its Scout Service and Public Relations Month today (July 23). At the official launch ceremony, President Ranil Wickremesinghe was presented with the organization’s official scarf by co-chairperson…
Man arrested with 2 kilos of Kush cannabis
A stock of drugs valued at approximately Rs. 12 million was seized in Rajagiriya in a joint raid led by the Army Intelligence Unit and officers of the Excise Department. The operation, conducted in the Rajagiriya area on July 22…
MoU with Singapore National University to develop AI
The Cabinet of Ministers decided on Monday (21), to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Digital Economy Ministry and the National University of Singapore to initiate joint research for the development of artificial intelligence (AI). Cabinet spokesman and…
Dollar rate in Sri Lanka today
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated slightly against the US Dollar at commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (23 July), compared to Monday. At Seylan Bank, the buying rate of the US Dollar decreased to Rs. 298.20 from Rs. 298.55…
Strong winds : High Risk Alert for 14 districts
Strong winds of about (55-60) kmph can be expected at times over Western slopes of the central hills and in Northern, North-central, North- western and Central provinces and in Trincomalee and Hambantota districts due to the active south-west monsoonal condition….
Visiting the US will soon require a $250 ‘visa integrity fee’
The United States will require international visitors to pay a new “visa integrity fee” of at least $250, added to existing visa costs, according to a provision in the Trump administration’s recently enacted domestic policy bill. The fee will apply…