How the Sri Lankan Rupee moved over the last 2 years
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar today (28), crossing the Rs 300 mark for the first time since September 2024, according to the latest data from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). The CBSL…
US Dollar buying rate hits Rs. 300 after one year
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar today (28), compared to Monday, touching the Rs. 300 mark for the first time since September 2024. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of…
“The only fault I did was being an artist” – Gayathri Dias denies links to Padme
Actress Gayathri Dias has refuted social media claims linking her to the recently arrested underworld leader ‘Kehelbaddara Padme’. In a statement shared online, Dias dismissed the allegations as false and hurtful, saying she has no connection to any criminal figures….
SC to hear Mahindananda and Nalin Fernando’s appeals against jail term
The Supreme Court has scheduled the appeals filed by former minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage and former Lanka Sathosa Chairman Nalin Fernando, both convicted and sentenced in connection with a corruption case, to be taken up on January 20. These appeals were…
Mirihana Lawyer murder : Driver granted bail
The Colombo High Court has ordered the release on bail of a driver who had been in remand custody for nearly a year in connection with the alleged murder of a female lawyer residing in Mirihana. The order was issued…
USD 2.7 million from Michael Kors to support Sri Lanka
United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomes a contribution of US $2.7 million from global fashion brand, Michael Kors to bolster Sri Lanka’s National School Meals Programme. The support, through the brand’s long-running ‘Watch Hunger Stop campaign’ will contribute to…
Shortage of 380 medicines, including essential ones – Rajitha
Former Minister of Health Rajitha Senaratne says Sri Lanka is facing a shortage of over 380 medicinal drugs, including essential medicines, at present. Speaking to reporters, Rajith Senaratne revealed that all hospitals, including state hospitals, have stopped conducting blood tests…
Dollar rate in Sri Lanka today
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar at commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (28), compared to Monday. At Seylan Bank, the buying rate of the US Dollar remains unchanged at Rs. 300.50, while the selling…
Cyclonic Storm ‘Montha’ : Advisory issued for strong winds in several districts
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for strong winds in the Western, Sabragamuwa, Central, Southern, Northern, North-Central, and North-Western Provinces, and the Trincomalee and Batticaloa Districts, effective for the 24 hours ending at 11.00 am tomorrow (29). According…
Oxford College of Business crowned Asia’s Best Integrated Report (SME)
Oxford College of Business (OCB) has been awarded the Platinum Award for Asia’s Best Integrated Report (SME), the highest honour of the night, at the 11th Asia Integrated Reporting Awards (AIRA) held in Singapore. Oxford College of Business also secured…