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Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Hosted by DNN Founder, Corey Cambridge, Sri Lanka News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Sri Lanka, from breaking national news and government to business, technology, education, real estate, weather, transportation, public safety, healthcare, tourism, sports, entertainment, and the people and issues impacting the country. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by Qwikcast.ai for speed, consistency, and…
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- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Severe Lightning Alerts Issued for 25 Districts | Sri Lanka News
Sri Lanka's Department of Meteorology has issued severe weather alerts, including red alerts for lightning in Ampara, Batticaloa, and Hambantota, and amber…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sri Lankan Rupee Slides Against Dollar | Sri Lanka News
The Sri Lankan rupee has further weakened against the US dollar, reaching a selling rate of Rs. 337.13, with the buying rate rising slightly to Rs. 328.02…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Atmospheric Disturbance Expected Near Andaman Sea | Sri Lanka News
The Meteorology Department has issued a warning about a low-level atmospheric disturbance expected near the southern Andaman Sea, particularly around the North…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sri Lankan Rupee Weakens Against USD | Sri Lanka News
On October 29th, the Sri Lankan Rupee has further depreciated against the US Dollar, now at a selling rate of Rs. 337. The Central Bank noted a slight increase…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Engagement: Indian High Commissioner & JVP's Silva | Sri Lanka News
Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha met with JVP General Secretary Tilvin Silva to discuss enhancing the relationship between India and Sri Lanka. Their talks…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Six Suspects Nabbed for Luxury Bus Attack | Sri Lanka News
Six individuals have been arrested in Kalutara following a violent attack on a luxury bus crew by a group of motorcyclists. The assailants blocked the bus and…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Six Detained After Bus Driver Assault in Kalutara | Sri Lanka News
Six people have been arrested in Kalutara for assaulting a luxury bus driver and conductor after stopping the vehicle at Nagas Junction. The police have also…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Colombo Man Gets Life for Heroin Trafficking | Sri Lanka News
A man has been sentenced to life imprisonment in Colombo for drug trafficking and possession of 24 grams of heroin. The ruling was made by Judge Buddhika C…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
PM Amarasuriya Stresses AI's Dual Role | Sri Lanka News
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya addressed the University of Colombo International Conference 2026, highlighting the dual role of artificial intelligence as…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
PM Calls for Inclusive Education and Ethical AI | Sri Lanka News
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya recently addressed the University of Colombo, stressing the significance of inclusive education and responsible AI in…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Women MPs Kick Off Breast Cancer Awareness | Sri Lanka News
On November 2, Sri Lanka will launch an islandwide breast cancer awareness campaign led by the Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus and the Ministry of Health. This…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sri Lanka, Japan Team Up for Flood Grant | Sri Lanka News
Sri Lanka has secured a significant Rs. 4.56 billion grant from Japan aimed at enhancing flood management along the Kelani River. The initiative includes the…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Severe Lightning Advisory Issued for Uva | Sri Lanka News
An Amber advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in Uva province and the districts of Ampara, Batticaloa, and…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Women MPs Launch National Breast Cancer Initiative | Sri Lanka News
The Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus in Sri Lanka is set to launch a nationwide breast cancer detection program on November 2, in collaboration with the Ministry…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
North Korea Launches 10 Ballistic Missiles | Sri Lanka News
North Korea has launched approximately ten short-range ballistic missiles into the sea off its eastern coast, prompting South Korea to increase military…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sri Lanka Police Vow Accountability for Misconduct | Sri Lanka News
The Sri Lanka Police have announced a significant commitment to accountability, stating they will not protect officers involved in misconduct. This decision…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Rs. 2,500 Million Secured for Beira Lake Cleanup | Sri Lanka News
The Sri Lankan government has allocated Rs. 2,500 million for the cleanup of Colombo's Beira Lake, funding efforts by the Colombo Municipal Council, the Urban…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Wild Elephants Threaten Mahiyangana Residents | Sri Lanka News
A herd of over 100 wild elephants is wreaking havoc in Mahiyangana, damaging crops, property, and threatening residents' safety. Their presence led to the…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Customs Destroy Rs. 677 Million Cigarettes | Sri Lanka News
Sri Lanka Customs has destroyed seized cigarettes worth 677 million rupees at the Western Power Plant in Kerawalapitiya, comprising nearly 2.8 million…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Indian High Commissioner Talks Ties with JVP | Sri Lanka News
The Indian High Commissioner, Santosh Jha, met with JVP General Secretary Tilvin Silva to discuss strengthening ties between India and Sri Lanka. Their…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sri Lanka's High Taxes, No Property Tax Change | Sri Lanka News
Deputy Finance Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando highlighted concerns over the elevated levels of indirect taxes in Sri Lanka, suggesting a need for a…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Private Movie Rooms Threaten Local Cinemas | Sri Lanka News
Private movie rooms in Sri Lanka are raising concerns among the Film Exhibitors Association in Colombo. These establishments, which rent rooms for movie…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Court Rules Pensions Must Honor Marital Status | Sri Lanka News
The Court of Appeal in Colombo has ruled that only a court can determine the validity of marriages, not pension authorities. This decision allows a retired…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sri Lanka Police Find 112 Fugitives Abroad | Sri Lanka News
Sri Lanka Police have identified 112 individuals wanted under Interpol Red Notices, believed to be hiding in 13 countries, with plans to repatriate them by…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Environmentalists Blame Officials for Death | Sri Lanka News
Environmentalists accuse top government officials, including Agriculture Minister K. D. Lal Kantha and Environment Minister Dhammika Patabendi, of negligence…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Japan Grants Rs. 4.56 Billion for Kelani Flood Aid | Sri Lanka News
The Government of Japan has committed a grant of ¥2.179 billion (approximately Rs. 4.56 billion) for a Kelani River flood mitigation project in Sri Lanka…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Namal Rajapaksa's Money Laundering Case Delayed | Sri Lanka News
Namal Rajapaksa's money laundering case has been postponed until February 11, 2027, following discussions in the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court. The delay…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Draft Reform Bills Delayed by Staffing Shortage | Sri Lanka News
Key economic reform bills in Sri Lanka are currently delayed at the Legal Draftsman’s Department, raising concerns about meeting legislative timelines…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
FATF Evaluates Sri Lanka's NGO Funding Risks | Sri Lanka News
The Financial Action Task Force is assessing Sri Lanka's legal framework for potential loopholes in terrorist financing, with a specific focus on NGOs. Civil…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Rough Seas Alert for Andaman Sea | Sri Lanka News
The Department of Meteorology has issued a yellow-level advisory regarding a developing atmospheric disturbance near the southern Andaman Sea. Expected to…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Colombo Court Denies Bail for Harak Kata | Sri Lanka News
The Colombo High Court has denied bail applications from Nadun Chinthaka Wickramaratne, known as Harak Kata, and two other defendants involved in a prominent…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Namal Rajapaksa's 2027 Money Laundering Hearing | Sri Lanka News
The Police Financial Crimes Investigation Division is awaiting guidance from the Attorney General regarding the money laundering case against Parliamentarian…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Vatican Celebrates Popemobile's Century of Service | Sri Lanka News
The Vatican has launched an exhibition titled “A Century of the Popemobile,” which features eight models used by popes since 1930. The highlight of the…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Suspect Dies in Police Custody After Arrest | Sri Lanka News
A suspect in thefts has died after being handed over to Kobeigane Police by locals. Captured on October 25, he was in custody for two days before being…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
New Insurance Initiative for Tea Farming | Sri Lanka News
Sri Lanka's Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board has launched a new insurance scheme for tea nurseries and cultivations, providing coverage of up to one…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sri Lanka Minister Visits U15 Team in Azerbaijan | Sri Lanka News
Sri Lanka's Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Sunil Kumara Gamage, met with the Under-15 National Football Team at the FIFA U15 World Cup in Azerbaijan…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Maldives Court Overturns Gold Smuggling Conviction | Sri Lanka News
A Sri Lankan man has been acquitted by the Maldives High Court after serving one year for gold smuggling. The case began in September 2023 when customs found…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Indian Engineer Arrested with Rs. 454 Mn Drugs | Sri Lanka News
A 46-year-old Indian national was apprehended at Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka with a substantial drug haul including over 5 kg of cocaine…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
African Swine Fever Detected in Six Districts | Sri Lanka News
African Swine Fever has resurfaced in Sri Lanka, with nearly 200 pigs testing positive across six districts, prompting concerns from the Department of Animal…