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Emerging trends in human trafficking, particularly technology-based recruitment, deceptive migration practices,
Ali is in Sri Lanka to participate in the 6th Pakistan-Sri Lanka Armed Forces Defence Dialogue
On charges related to recruitment of a former president's son.
Despite Central Bank efforts, prohibited schemes still continue via online
Agreement between Sri Lanka and South Korea on mutual legal assistance in criminal matters
A November 2025 MOU formalized cooperation among the Montana National Guard, US Coast Guard District 13
A Rs.70 million penalty was imposed after length, wheel base are found larger than importer declared model: source
The fuel card could be used at any filling station across the country: Digital Ministry
"300% over-capacity and we are looking at the possibility of housing some prisoners in designated government buildings"
Survivors narrate horrible stories about their experience
Rights groups have long demanded justice for victims since end of war
Wang was in Sri Lanka for few hours in a transit visit
He was known for his extensive reporting on the defense situation during Sri Lanka's civil war.
Deputy Chief of Mission Jayne Howell will serve as Chargé d’Affaires, until the arrival of a new US Ambassador.
India, U.S. have raised concerns over arrivals of two Chinese research vessels within 14 months
Tourist arrivals hit a record high last year
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| US Dollar | 331.7485 | 330.8514 |
| UK Pound | 443.7468 | 438.3450 |
| Euro | 372.5204 | 371.0168 |
| Yen | 2.0969 | 2.0916 |
| Aus Dollar | 233.0533 | 231.1659 |
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| Indian Rupee | 3.4948 | 3.4202 |
| Korean Won | 0.2499 | 0.2479 |
| Oman Rial | 861.6397 | 859.3320 |
| Saudi Riyal | 88.4403 | 88.0955 |
| UAE Dirham | 90.3209 | 90.0766 |
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| S&P SL20 | 5,656.91 | -0.43% |
| CSE All Share | 19,927.30 | -0.28% |
| Turnover Rs | 1457.79 million | 1193.67 million |
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| 3-m bill | 7.61 | 7.84 |
| 6-m bill | 7.91 | 8.26 |
| 12-m bill | 8.23 | 8.3 |
| 3-yr bond | 9.24 | 9.25 |
| 5-yr bond | 9.82 | 9.56 |
| 8-yr bond | 10.50 | 10.48 |
| today | yesterday | |
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| Overnight Money | 7.70 | 7.69 |
| Gilt Repo | 7.74 | 7.72 |
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Russia will use US actions to bolster its justifications for invading Ukraine. China may cite Venezuela over Taiwan
It is essential that actions should be taken in a way that is according to UN Conventions, to protect international law
He's deeply concerned that the rules of international law have not been respected.
US claims 'grab and snatch' operation was for 'law enforcement'
Vietnam envoy met with Sri Lanka's Media and Health Minister this week
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Sri Lanka is without a permanent Auditor General since April 2025 amid rejection of President's nominations by CC
Two scams are being investigated by SEC now
Sri Lanka has suffered long delays in legal cases due to lack of digitization
A 1,340 kilometer coastline to safeguard, a maritime area 8 times the size of the country,
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