One person injured in shooting at Horana
One person has been injured and hospitalised following a shooting incident that took place in the Graceland Estate, Horana this morning (05). MORE..
- One person injured in shooting at Horana
- Panama election: Voters to choose president after front-runner sentenced
- Sri Lanka Cricket doubles payments for Test players
- Horana shooting: Suspected gunman arrested at BIA trying to flee country
- Nearly 10,000 army deserters granted legal discharge within two weeks
- India to bear most costs to make Sri Lanka ferry service ‘affordable and attractive’
- Israeli cabinet votes to shut down Al Jazeera’s local operations
- Bernard Hill: Lord Of The Rings and Titanic actor dies aged 79
- Heat level to reach ‘extreme caution’ in parts of the island
- Passenger arrested over attempt to smuggle gemstones at BIA
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Passenger arrested over attempt to smuggle gemstones at BIA
The security officers at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake have seized a consignment of gemstones that a Sri Lankan passenger had attempted to smuggle out of the country. MORE..
Heat level to reach ‘extreme caution’ in parts of the island
The heat index, the temperature felt on the human body, is expected to increase up to the ‘Extreme Caution’ level (46°C – 52°C) in some places inNorthern, North-central, North-western and Eastern provinces and in Monaragala district, says the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Israeli cabinet votes to shut down Al Jazeera’s local operations
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s cabinet decided on Sunday to shut down Al Jazeera’s operations in Israel for as long as the war in Gaza continues, on the grounds the Qatari television network threatens national security. MORE..
India to bear most costs to make Sri Lanka ferry service ‘affordable and attractive’
The passenger ferry service between Nagapattinam in India and Kankesanthurai (KKS) near Jaffna in the Northern Province of Sri Lanka, which was launched in October 2023 by the Shipping Corporation of India (SCI), will resume on May 13, 2024 tentatively, the Indian High Commission in Colombo announced. MORE..
Nearly 10,000 army deserters granted legal discharge within two weeks
Nearly 10,000 army personnel who were absent for duty without obtaining leave (AWOL) have been temporarily discharged from their Regimental Centers during the ongoing general amnesty period, the Sri Lanka Army said. MORE..
Horana shooting: Suspected gunman arrested at BIA trying to flee country
The suspected gunman in the shooting incident that took place in Horana this afternoon (05), has been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) while attempting to flee to Dubai, Police Media Spokesperson DIG Nihal Thalduwa said. MORE..
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Sri Lanka Cricket doubles payments for Test players
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced a significant increase in payments for Sri Lanka’s Test players, effectively doubling their compensation. MORE..
Panama election: Voters to choose president after front-runner sentenced
Panamanians are voting in a general election which has been overshadowed by the disqualification of the man who was leading in the polls. MORE..
Teenager killed in knife attack during musical show
One person has been stabbed to death with a sharp weapon due to an argument that arose during an outdoor musical show escalating out of control, early this morning (05), the police said. MORE..
Re-scrutinized results of 2022(23) A/L exam released
The re-scrutinized results of the 2022 (2023) Ordinary Level Examination have been released around midnight yesterday (04). MORE..
ADB praises Sri Lanka’s steady progress on economy and action plan
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has reiterated its unwavering steadfast commitment to support Sri Lanka. MORE..
Sajith discusses Sri Lanka’s current situation with Japanese FM
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa met with Japanese Foreign Minister Yōko Kamikawa this afternoon for a bilateral discussion on Sri Lanka’s current situation. MORE..
Sri Lanka, UK to convene 2nd Strategic Dialogue in Colombo next week
The second meeting of the strategic dialogue between Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom is scheduled to be held in Colombo on 07 May 2024, at the senior officials’ level. MORE..
Sri Lanka win Asian Rugby Division 1 Championship
Sri Lanka won the Asian Rugby Division 1 Championship by defeating Kazakhstan 45-7 in the final at the Racecourse Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
Bodies found in Mexico where Australian, US tourists went missing
Mexican authorities have located three bodies in the state of Baja California where one American and two Australian tourists were reported missing, the local prosecutor’s office said in a statement late on Friday. MORE..
Heat level to reach ‘extreme caution’ in parts of the island
The heat index, the temperature felt on the human body, is expected to increase up to the ‘Extreme Caution’ level (46°C – 52°C) in some places inNorthern, North-central, North-western and Eastern provinces and in Monaragala district, says the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Israeli cabinet votes to shut down Al Jazeera’s local operations
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s cabinet decided on Sunday to shut down Al Jazeera’s operations in Israel for as long as the war in Gaza continues, on the grounds the Qatari television network threatens national security. MORE..
India to bear most costs to make Sri Lanka ferry service ‘affordable and attractive’
The passenger ferry service between Nagapattinam in India and Kankesanthurai (KKS) near Jaffna in the Northern Province of Sri Lanka, which was launched in October 2023 by the Shipping Corporation of India (SCI), will resume on May 13, 2024 tentatively, the Indian High Commission in Colombo announced. MORE..
Nearly 10,000 army deserters granted legal discharge within two weeks
Nearly 10,000 army personnel who were absent for duty without obtaining leave (AWOL) have been temporarily discharged from their Regimental Centers during the ongoing general amnesty period, the Sri Lanka Army said. MORE..
Horana shooting: Suspected gunman arrested at BIA trying to flee country
The suspected gunman in the shooting incident that took place in Horana this afternoon (05), has been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) while attempting to flee to Dubai, Police Media Spokesperson DIG Nihal Thalduwa said. MORE..
Sri Lanka Cricket doubles payments for Test players
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced a significant increase in payments for Sri Lanka’s Test players, effectively doubling their compensation. MORE..
Panama election: Voters to choose president after front-runner sentenced
Panamanians are voting in a general election which has been overshadowed by the disqualification of the man who was leading in the polls. MORE..
Teenager killed in knife attack during musical show
One person has been stabbed to death with a sharp weapon due to an argument that arose during an outdoor musical show escalating out of control, early this morning (05), the police said. MORE..
Re-scrutinized results of 2022(23) A/L exam released
The re-scrutinized results of the 2022 (2023) Ordinary Level Examination have been released around midnight yesterday (04). MORE..
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Sports
Injured Pathirana to return to Sri Lanka
Chennai Super Kings have suffered a big blow with the injury of Sri Lanka pacer Matheesha Pathirana. MORE..
Sri Lanka Cricket doubles payments for Test players
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced a significant increase in payments for Sri Lanka’s Test players, effectively doubling their compensation. MORE..
Sri Lanka win Asian Rugby Division 1 Championship
Sri Lanka won the Asian Rugby Division 1 Championship by defeating Kazakhstan 45-7 in the final at the Racecourse Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
Sri Lanka secures two medals at UAE Athletics Grand Prix 2024
Sri Lankan sprinter Yupun Abeykoon has secured third place in the Men’s 100m event at the UAE Athletics Grand Prix 2024 in Dubai this afternoon (03). MORE..
Sri Lanka secures two medals at UAE Athletics Grand Prix 2024
Sri Lankan sprinter Yupun Abeykoon has secured third place in the Men’s 100m event at the UAE Athletics Grand Prix 2024 in Dubai this afternoon (03). MORE..
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Technology
Apple plans record $110 billion share buyback amid challenging earnings report
Apple on Thursday posted first-quarter revenue of $90.8 billion, down 4% year over year, as the iPhone maker continues to struggle with growth challenges, particularly in China, amid an uncertain economic environment. MORE..
Samsung says AI to drive technology demand in second half after strong Q1
Samsung says AI to drive technology demand in second half after strong Q1
Samsung Electronics forecast demand for artificial intelligence would hold strong and tighten supply of some high-end chips, joining rivals in benefiting from a solid rebound in the battered global memory chip market. MORE..
Elon Musk visits China as Tesla seeks self-driving technology rollout
Elon Musk visits China as Tesla seeks self-driving technology rollout
Tesla CEO Elon Musk arrived in Beijing on Sunday on an unannounced visit, where he is expected to meet senior officials to discuss the rollout of Full Self-Driving software and permission to transfer data overseas, according to a person with knowledge of the matter. MORE..
US seeks 3 years prison for Binance founder Zhao
US seeks 3 years prison for Binance founder Zhao
U.S. prosecutors want Changpeng Zhao, the founder and former chief executive of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, to serve three years in prison after he pleaded guilty to violating laws against money laundering. MORE..
Entertainment
Bernard Hill: Lord Of The Rings and Titanic actor dies aged 79
Actor Bernard Hill, who played roles in Lord Of The Rings and Titanic, has died aged 79, his agent has confirmed. MORE..
Reader’s Digest UK closes after 86 years
Reader’s Digest UK closes after 86 years
The widely read magazine, Reader’s Digest has announced that they have closed in the UK after 86 years in operation. MORE..
Universal artists to return to TikTok as dispute comes to an end
Universal artists to return to TikTok as dispute comes to an end
Universal Music and TikTok have ended a dispute over royalties after the label pulled millions of songs from the social media platform. MORE..
Titanic gold pocket watch sells for £900,000
Titanic gold pocket watch sells for £900,000
A gold pocket watch worn by the wealthiest passenger on the Titanic has sold for six times the asking price, fetching £900,000. MORE..
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Buying |
Selling |
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
292.1290 | 301.9031 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
365.4290 | 380.3502 |
Europe
Euro |
312.2567 | 325.5595 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
318.6630 | 334.7654 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
212.5633 | 222.1287 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
190.3022 | 200.4100 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
214.4550 | 224.6250 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9020 | 1.9818 |
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Bahrain
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Dinar | 787.2867 |
Kuwait
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Dinar | 964.5733 |
Oman
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Rial | 770.9370 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 81.3817 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 79.1338 |
UAE
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Dirham | 80.8068 |
