IFJ urges Sri Lanka to protect freedom of expression amid emergency law concerns
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), together with its affiliate, the Sri Lanka Working Journalists Association (SLWJA), has urged Sri Lanka’s government to honour its pledge to uphold freedom of expression. In a statement, the groups raised concerns over a…
Today’s CBSL official exchange rates
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated slightly against the US Dollar today (05 Dec), compared to Wednesday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has reduced from Rs. 305.04 to Rs. 305….
Toll collection resumes on Sri Lankan expressways
Toll charges on all Sri Lankan expressways recommenced yesterday (04 Dec) for all vehicles. Previously, due to adverse weather conditions, the Road Development Authority announced that tolls would not be charged for vehicles travelling on all expressways. This free travel…
Adverse weather strands 12 train sets on up‑country line
The Ministry of Transport says the greatest damage has occurred to the up‑country railway line as a result of adverse weather. Deputy Minister of Transport, Prasanna Gunasena, said that 12 train sets have been stranded at the Rambukkana, Polgahawela, Kurunegala,…
Lightning advisory : Red alert issued to 07 districts
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for severe lightning in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces, and the Galle and Matara districts today (05). According to the advisory, effective until 11.00 pm today, red alerts have been issued to…
IMA warns against misuse of Emergency law to suppress criticism
The Internet Media Action (IMA) has expressed concern and objection over the statement made by Deputy Minister for Public Security Sunil Watagala calling for action under emergency regulations against those slandering the President on social media. Issuing a statement, the…
HUTCH Joins Nation’s Rebuild Effort with Rs.60 Million Contribution to ‘Rebuild Sri Lanka’ Fund
HUTCH Sri Lanka has donated Rs 60 million to the ‘Rebuild Sri Lanka Fund’, instantly stepping forward to support the nation rebuilding following Cyclone Ditwah. The funds from the CK Hutchison Group subsidiary will help rebuild public infrastructure and restore…
Fake Bribery Commission officer arrested in Panadura
A man who had pretended as an officer of the Bribery Commission and had prepared a forged identity card and forged letterheads, was arrested on Wednesday (03 Dec). According to the Bribery Commission, the man was arrested following investigations conducted…
Dollar rate in Sri Lanka today
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated slightly against the US Dollar at commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (05 Dec), compared to Wednesday. At Seylan Bank, the buying rate of the US Dollar remains unchanged at Rs. 305.50, while the…
UAE search teams begin operations in Kandy, hands over relief
Head of the UAE Relief Team, Dr. Hamoud Al-Afari, has handed over a new shipment of humanitarian aid to the relevant Sri Lankan crisis and disaster management authorities in Kandy. The shipment handed over yesterday (04 Dec) includes food supplies,…