Notable
Rupee has depreciated around 8 percent in the last six months
"If you have any respiratory symptoms, please avoid gatherings as this could spread the disease."
Understanding the influence of traffic light labelling and pricing on the demand for sugar sweetened beverages
Govt to allow price hike, says Health Minister
Opposition pointed out key issues, including the outdated 2015 cadre list, and allowances not being updated
The initiative brings together experts from US Army Pacific (USARPAC) and the US Army’s 18th Theater Medical Command
AHK Sri Lanka also presented a position paper addressing key challenges and proposed international best practices
In May 2025, specimens tested by the Medical Research Institute (MRI) confirmed the presence of these sub-lineages
“A WHO-led systematic scoping review suggests that video gameplay may be a common source of unsafe listening
Chinese Ambassador has responded positively to Sri Lanka's requests
Education is critical to change the future for young girls, while empowering both boys and girls to understand consent
Looming concerns posed by economic downturns and rising poverty, call for policies to safeguard maternal nutrition.
"to introduce new vaccines, to improve vaccine access, strengthen supply chains, and further improve public health servi
GP Certified label guarantees that packaging meets standards across 3 areas: safety, quality, and sustainability
Sri Lanka remains at the forefront of best practices, UNICEF said.
50 percent of Sri Lanka’s population does not brush their teeth twice a day, he said.
| Latest | Last | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Latest | Last | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| pts | % | |
|---|---|---|
| S&P SL20 | 5,656.91 | -0.43% |
| CSE All Share | 19,927.30 | -0.28% |
| Turnover Rs | 1457.79 million | 1193.67 million |
| Latest | Last | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overnight Money | 7.70 | 7.69 |
| Gilt Repo | 7.74 | 7.72 |
| I-m SLIBOR | - | - |
Power outages results in more households turning to traditional stoves using firewood and kerosene, as back-up
an opposition MP alleged that a shipment of lime not meeting standards had been released to treatment plants.
Hydrated lime is used in Sri Lanka's water purification plants in Ratmalana, Galle and Ambatale to maintain pH balance
"India will provide a grant of 600 million rupees to construct a 4-story building with an operating theatre, ETU
We are keeping watch on 20 locations
Member States urged to develop multisectoral policies that address mental health risks across the life course
Cabinet spokesman said a ban on foreign research vessels is relaxed
"Methasone and Clobetasol added creams should not be applied on to the skin without a consultation with a doctor,"
“Sri Lanka allocates only 8-9% of its total public spending to healthcare, far below the global average."
Investing in contraception is investing in equality, in health, and in a better future for all, Adeniyi said.
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