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The selling rate of the US dollar has risen above Rs. 342, according to the latest daily exchange rates released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) today (20).The Central Bank said the buying rate of the US dollar was recorded at Rs. 332.08, while the selling rate stood at Rs. 342.70.Yesterday (19), the buying rate of the US dollar was recorded at Rs. 328.23, with the selling rate at Rs. 338.07, reflecting a sharp increase in the exchange rate within a day.Meanwhile, a state-owned bank recorded the selling price of the US dollar at Rs. 345.20 today, while…

Colombo’s vibrant culinary and lifestyle landscape welcomed a soulful new addition with the officiallaunch of The Daily Leaf. Emerging not merely as a café but as a sanctuary for cherishable momentsand connection, the brand debuts with a singular, powerful mandate: to recreate the profound senseof warmth, familiarity, and care associated with a traditional home-brewed cup of tea.Located in the heart of the city at 14/11 Park Street, Colombo 2, The Daily Leaf is consciouslycharting a path back to local roots. The brand’s philosophy rests on the conviction that for many, tea isfar more than a routine beverage; it serves as an…

The United Nations on Tuesday cut its forecast for global economic growth, saying the Middle East crisis had reignited inflationary pressures and heightened uncertainty.A U.N. press release summarizing the mid-year update to the global body’s World Economic Situation and Prospects, said:Source: Reuters

Brazil superstar Neymar was handed a dramatic recall to the country’s World Cup squad on Monday, returning to the national team after a near three-year absence.The inclusion of Neymar, Brazil’s all-time leading goalscorer with 79 goals in 128 appearances, was the biggest surprise in the 26-man squad named by coach Carlo Ancelotti.Ancelotti announced Neymar’s selection at a gala ceremony in Rio de Janeiro, with loud cheers ringing out as the veteran attacker’s call-up was confirmed.Speculation has raged for months over whether the 34-year-old former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain attacker would force his way back into the national team set-up.The forward,…

Nearly 30,000 dengue cases have been reported across the country so far this year, according to the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU).Community Health Specialist Dr. Prashila Samaraweera said 29,589 dengue infections had been recorded by May 18, 2026, while 15 dengue-related deaths have also been confirmed during the same period.Health authorities have identified 39 high-risk Medical Officer of Health (MOH) divisions as areas requiring urgent attention.The Western Province has reported the highest number of cases, followed by the Southern and Sabaragamuwa provinces. Dengue infections have been reported in all 25 districts nationwide, with the highest numbers recorded in Colombo, Gampaha,…

Eight bus drivers and one conductor have been arrested in Kalutara after being found allegedly under the influence of narcotics while on duty, police said.The arrests were made yesterday (19) during a joint operation conducted by officers of the Kalutara South Police Station in collaboration with the National Transport Medical Institute.The operation was carried out within the Kalutara South Police Division, where public transport bus drivers and conductors were subjected to inspections to identify substance abuse while on duty.During the operation, authorities detected nine individuals suspected of reporting to work under the influence of illegal drugs and took them into…

Three Chinese nationals have been arrested by Customs officers at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), after being found in possession of a large consignment of mobile phones and batteries allegedly smuggled into the country, officials said.The suspects were intercepted on last evening (19) while attempting to exit through the “Green Channel” at the arrival terminal.The group had arrived in Sri Lanka at 6.43 p.m. on China Eastern Airlines flight MU-6017 from Shanghai, China.Among them are a 34-year-old Chinese woman and two male passengers aged 35.Customs officers became suspicious after one male passenger entered the Green Channel carrying a black polythene…

Politics is not something separate from development and it shapes every choice we make in governance, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has stated.She made these remarks while addressing the 60th anniversary commemoration of the Institute of Development Studies (IDS), University of Sussex, Brighton during her official visit to the United Kingdom.The Prime Minister and the accompanying delegation landed at London’s Heathrow Airport on 18 May, commencing the official visit to the UK.The delegation was warmly received at the Heathrow Airport by Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Nimal Senadheera, together with the Special Representative to the Secretary of…

Police have opened fire on a lorry suspected of illegally transporting cattle in Kattakaduwa, Hungama, resulting in the arrest of four suspects, authorities said.The incident occurred this morning (20) following information received by the Hungama Police Officer-in-Charge regarding the illegal transport of cattle by lorry. Acting on the tip-off, police had set up a roadblock in Kattakaduwa.However, the lorry allegedly ignored the checkpoint and fled the scene.Police said officers then pursued the vehicle and attempted to bring it to a stop, but it continued driving without complying with instructions.As a result, police opened fire and managed to stop the lorry.…

The number of tourist arrivals in Sri Lanka so far has crossed the 950,000 mark, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) stated.Accordingly, a total of 951,742 tourists have visited the country between January 1 and May 17, 2026.The highest number of arrivals has been recorded from India, with 221,953 tourists, the SLTDA noted.A significant number of visitors have also arrived from countries including the United Kingdom, Russia, China and Germany.Meanwhile, the SLTDA stated that a total of 75,465 tourists arrived in the country between May 1 and May 17, 2026.However, the data indicate that daily tourist arrivals in May…