Today’s CBSL official exchange rates
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated slightly against the US Dollar today (22 Sept), compared to last Friday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 298.27 to Rs….
02 golden magazines among weapons linked to Manamperi
Two gold coloured magazines are among the weapons found in Middeniya, suspected to belong to former local government member Sampath Manamperi. The haul of weapons, including a 09mm pistol, two T-56 magazines, 115 rounds of ammunition, and a hand grenade,…
04 revolvers found in lorry with narcotics in Tangalle
The Police have recovered 04 revolvers from the lorry from which approximately 200 kilos of narcotics were found in Tangalle today. According to Police Spokesman ASP F.U. Wootler, approximately 200 kilos of narcotics, consisting of ICE and heroin, were found…
Govt to spend an extra Rs.30 Bn to complete 17 healthcare sector projects – Minister
Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that the Government had to spend an extra Rs.30 billion (more than double the estimated cost) to complete 17 projects in the health sector that have been halted mid-way or delayed…
November 30 deadline for unlicenced cable tv operators to get authorisation
The Health and Mass Media Ministry has announced that all individuals and institutions operating cable or satellite (DTH) television broadcasting stations without a valid licence will be given a grace period until November 30, 2025 to obtain proper authorisation. According…
Suspicious deaths in Tangalle house : Police update
Sri Lanka Police say approximately 200 kilos of narcotics, including Crystal Methamphetamine (ICE) and heroin, have been found in a lorry in Tangalle. According to the Police, the narcotics were found in the lorry that was parked near a house…
Sri Lanka withdrawn from Netball World Youth Cup over visa delays
Sri Lanka has been withdrawn from the Netball World Youth Cup 2025 in Gibraltar after failing to secure visas in time, forcing the team to forfeit all of its group stage matches. World Netball announced Sunday that both Sri Lanka…
King Charles meets world’s oldest person
King Charles has met the world’s oldest person – who told him she remembers his investiture as Prince of Wales more than 50 years ago – when “all the girls were in love with him”. Britain’s Ethel Caterham became the…
Dollar rate in Sri Lanka today
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated slightly against the US Dollar at commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (22 Sep), compared to last Friday. At Seylan Bank, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 298.70 to…
President’s Japan visit : Details released
President Anura Kumara Dissanayaka will undertake an official visit to Japan from 27-30 September 2025, at the invitation of the Government of Japan. According to the Foreign Ministry, the President is scheduled to have an audience with His Majesty the…