Dollar rate in Sri Lanka today
The Sri Lankan Rupee remains steady against the US Dollar at commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (27 Aug), compared to Tuesday. At Seylan Bank, the buying rate of the US Dollar remains unchanged at Rs. 298.95, while the selling…
R. Ashwin announces ‘new beginning’ in IPL career; quits CSK
Indian all-rounder R Ashwin announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League on Wednesday through a social media post. “Special day and hence a special beginning. They say every ending will have a new start, my time as an IPL…
Australian cricketer does skin cancer removal, raises awareness
Former Australian Cricketer Michael Clarke has raised awareness of skin cancer, especially in Australia. In a statement on social media, Clarke revealed that he had undergone another skin cancer removal surgery on his nose. The former cricketer urged the public…
Two Agrarian officials arrested over Rs. 300,000 bribe
The Bribery Commission has arrested a Development Officer of the Andiambalama, Agrarian Services Centre and an Agriculture Research and Production Officer for soliciting a bribe of Rs. 300,000. According to the Bribery Commission, the two suspects were arrested on 15th…
President calls for defence forces to reach global professional standards
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says Sri Lanka’s defence forces must be developed into one of the most professional forces in the world, instructing officials to ensure that the necessary budgetary allocations are properly channelled to provide the required training and…
Sri Lanka Tourism to conduct Nordic roadshows in September
Sri Lanka Tourism will showcase the Uniqueness of the destination, Cultural Diversity and its warm Hospitality all across the globe with a series of Nordic roadshows, scheduled to be held from 8th to 11th of September 2025. According to the…
SL diaspora in Romania honours St. Anthony, Our Lady of Madhu
Two historic spiritual milestones were recently observed by the Sri Lankan Catholic community in Romania, reinforcing their faith and cultural identity while fostering unity and interfaith harmony within the Sri Lankan diaspora. According to the Embassy of Sri Lanka in…
Why Sri Lanka’s Digital VAT is not a trigger for US tariffs
By Suresh R I Perera A central issue in the debate over the potential for the USA to top up 30% with an additional 18% on account of digital VAT to be introduced from October, is the widespread confusion between…
Rain expected in several areas today
Several spells of showers will occur in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and the Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts today, according to the Department of Meteorology. A few showers may occur in the North-western and Northern provinces, while showers…
Sajith Premadasa seeks Prince William’s support for Sri Lanka’s elephant conservation
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa on Tuesday formally appealed to Britain’s Prince William to support Sri Lanka’s wild elephant conservation efforts, warning that the escalating human–elephant conflict threatens both lives and biodiversity. Premadasa met with British High Commissioner Andrew Patrick in…