The Department of Meteorology has issued a heat index advisory effective for today (May 28), warning the public of increased temperatures. Accordingly, the heat index – the temperature felt on the human body – is expected to rise to the ‘caution’ level at some places in the …
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Sri Lankan Rupee ends firmer against USD.
The Sri Lankan Rupee further appreciated against the US Dollar today (May 26), according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). Accordingly, today’s buying rate is declared at Rs. 295.62, while the selling rate stands at Rs. 308.54.
Cannabis cultivation project to commence soon.
A pilot project to cultivate cannabis within the Board of Investment (BOI) zone in Katunayake has been approved by an expert committee. Accordingly, the pilot project to cultivate cannabis within the BOI is expected to start soon, State Minister of Investment Promotion Dilu…
Sri Lanka to get USD 200,000 prize money from ICC.
Sri Lanka is set to bag USD 200,000 from the International Cricket Council (ICC) for finishing fifth in the ICC World Test Championship 2021 – 2023 cycle. The ICC today (26 May) announced the prize pot for the World Test Championship 2021-23 cycle, with a total purse of USD …
Yupun finishes second at International Meeting “Citta’ Di Savona”.
Sri Lankan sprinter Yupun Abeykoon has finished in second place in the Men’s 100m Finals at the 12th International Meeting “Citta’ Di Savona” held in Italy. Abeykoon had placed 2nd with a timing of 10.01 seconds (+2.7), behind Britain’s Reece Prescod who clocked 9.94 second…
Sinopec issues clarification on fuel station project in Sri Lanka.
Sinopec Fuel Oil Lanka (Pvt) Ltd. today refuted the “unfounded claims” suggesting that the company has hired agencies to manage certain aspects of their operations in carrying out the fuel station business in Sri Lanka. Issuing a clarification regarding its fuel station proj…
Sri Lankan rupee continues to appreciate against US.
The Sri Lankan Rupee further appreciated against the US Dollar today (May 24), the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) reported. Accordingly, today’s buying rate is declared at Rs. 297.98, while the selling rate stands at Rs. 311.23.
President Ranil invited to attend World Climate Action Summit in UAE
President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has invited President Ranil Wickremesinghe to participate in the World Climate Action Summit. The invitation for the key event, which will inaugurate the Emirates Climate Conference, was sent as a letter…
China’s Sinopec signs contract agreements to enter fuel retail market in Sri Lanka.
In a significant move to address Sri Lanka’s fuel supply challenges, a contract agreement was signed with Sinopec, a leading international petroleum company. The agreement, signed today (22), marks a crucial step in ensuring a steady and uninterrupted fuel supply for the na…
NASA makes new revelation on Sri Lanka’s gravity acceleration.
Current Affairs (CA) Daily Updates5/22/2023 09:30:00 AMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY, SPACE, SRI LANKA
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The lowest gravity on the planet is found at the southern tip of Sri Lanka and parts of the Indian Ocean east of the Maldives. North Canada around the Hudson Bay area is also an area of low gravity. Satellites from Nasa’s GRACE mission (Gravity Recovery and Climate Experimen…
Shammi Silva secures another term as SLC President.
Shammi Silva has secured another term as the President of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC). He was elected uncontested for the period 2023-2025. The decision was declared by the Election Committee of the national cricket board. Silva’s election marks his third term in office as the Pr…
Sri Lankan Rupee appreciates further against USD.
The Sri Lankan Rupee further appreciated against the US Dollar today (May 18), the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) reported. Accordingly, today’s buying rate is declared at Rs.299.21, while the selling rate stands at Rs.312.37.
Veteran singer Christopher Paul is no more.
Veteran Sri Lankan singer Christopher Paul passed away this morning (May 18), family sources revealed. Paul was aged 87 at the time of his demise. Being one of the most sought-after singers in Sri Lanka back in the 1960s and 1970s, Paul was well-liked for his timeless hits in…
Sri Lanka declares electricity, petroleum, and health services as essential.
Sri Lanka has decided to declare multiple services as essential services. An extraordinary gazette was issued on Wednesday (17) as per the powers vested in the President. 1. All services connected to the supply of electricity, 2. The supply or distribution of petroleum product…
Sri Lanka Rugby suspended as a member of World Rugby.
In response to concerns about the governance of Sri Lanka Rugby and a breach of the World Rugby Bye-Laws relating to political interference, the World Rugby Council has suspended Sri Lanka Rugby from World Rugby membership with immediate effect. In a statement, the World Ru…
CBSL issues all-time high volume of treasury bills.
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has issued an all-time high volume of Rs.180 billion treasury bills today (17). It reportedly surpasses the CBSL’s previous all-time high of Rs. 160 billion.
Veteran singer Tony Hassan passes away at 73.
Veteran Sri Lankan singer Tony Hassan has passed away at the age of 73. The singer is believed to have been ill since of late, and had died while receiving treatment. Family sources have confirmed that the final rites will be performed at the Maligawatte Muslim Burial ground …
Sri Lankan Rupee appreciates further against USD.
The Sri Lankan Rupee further appreciated against the US Dollar today (16 May), the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) reported. Accordingly, the buying rate was declared at Rs. 305.43, while the selling rate stands at Rs. 318.79. Meanwhile, CBSL reported the Middle Rate of the …
President attends Commonwealth Summit in London.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe is currently attending the Commonwealth Leaders Meeting being held at the Commonwealth Secretariat in London, United Kingdom (UK). Wickremesinghe also met with Rwandan President Paul Kagame in London, to discuss potential areas of cooperation o…
Prabath Jayasuriya nominated for ICC Player of the Month.
The International Cricket Council today revealed the international stars recognised for their outstanding performances in April as the shortlists for the ICC Men’s and Women’s Player of the Month Awards were announced. The nominees for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month encap…
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