Sri Lanka’s forex reserves shrink in November
Official foreign reserves decreased by 2.09% in November compared to October this year, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). The CBSL states that official foreign reserves stood at USD 6.216 billion in October 2025. By November, this…
EDB launches fast-track relief to support exporters affected by adverse weather
The Export Development Board (EDB) has launched a rapid relief and recovery program following the severe impact of adverse weather conditions on Sri Lanka’s export sector. Accordingly, the EDB has already commenced comprehensive damage assessments of exporters most affected by…
7th aid plane from the UAE arrives in Sri Lanka
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Dollar rate in Sri Lanka today
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated slightly against the US Dollar at commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (08 Dec), compared to Friday. At Seylan Bank, the buying rate of the US Dollar has reduced from Rs. 305.50 to Rs….
Colombo weather update from 08-14 Dec
The Department of Meteorology says the Colombo area is likely to experience showers or thundershowers on most days during the period from 8 to 14 December, mainly after 2.00 p.m. Winds over the coastal region are expected to remain north-easterly…
IMF prioritizes Sri Lanka’s emergency funding request
The International Monetary Fund has made clear that its immediate priority is to consider Sri Lanka’s request for emergency financing under the Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI). An IMF spokesperson emphasized that Board deliberation on the RFI stands at the forefront…
Two arrested over motorcycle thefts in Seeduwa
Two suspects linked to the theft of two motorcycles have been arrested during a police operation conducted in the Weliweriya Police Division on Sunday (07). Officers attached to the Negombo Division Crime Investigation Unit carried out a raid based on…
Man dies after assault in Mihintale; wife arrested
The Police have launched an investigation into the death of a 61-year-old resident of Mahakirindegama, Mihintale, who died following an assault. According to authorities, the victim was admitted to the Anuradhapura Hospital after being injured during an altercation and later…
Refrigerated containers sent to Kandy to preserve flood-hit archives
Opposition MP Harsha de Silva has intervened to save centuries‑old records belonging to the Kandy courts and government offices that were affected by floodwaters due to Cyclone Ditwah. In a statement on social media, MP de Silva said that the…
24 yr old arrested for Dehiwala Zoo bird theft
A man who had stolen 32 foreign bird species from the Dehiwala Zoo has been arrested. The Mount Lavinia Divisional Crimes Unit arrested the suspect. He has been identified as a 24-year-old resident of Nedimala, Dehiwala. It is reported that…