Investigation into loss of over 8,000 Covid patient records
Minister of Health Pavithra Wanniarachchi and the Director General of Health is currently in the process of investigating the loss of over 8,000 Covid-19 patient records. According to the Director of the Health Promotion Bureau of Sri Lanka, Dr. Ranjith Batuwanthudawa, though the Health Ministry reported 3,615 cases from Gampaha District within the last 9 days, other reports show that 12,750 patients have been detected within the same time frame. These statements were made during a media briefing held today (11). It was also noted that this discrepancy could be the number of PCR tests which were conducted in the area. Additionally, Dr. Batuwanthudawa also pointed out that more than 7,000 patients who should be treated in hospitals are still remaining in their place of residence.
Source:The Nation
August 11, 2021 14:03 UTC
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August 11, 2021 14:02 UTC
HPBS admits to flaws in COVID-19 statistics
COLOMBO (News 1st): The Director of the Health Promotion Bureau of Sri Lanka, Dr. Ranjith Batuwanthudawa admits that there are flaws in the COVID-19 patient statistics. Dr. Batuwanthudawa stated this in response to a question about the COVID-19 statistics, during a press conference held on Wednesday (11). He said that although the Ministry of Health reported 3,615 from Gampaha District within the last 9 days, reports state that 12,750 patients have been reported from the District. Dr. Batuwanthudawa added that there is a suspicion whether the reported numbers denote the number of PCR samples obtained from the District. Trade Union Leader Saman Rathnapriya claimed that the data released on COVID-19 is flawed.
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August 11, 2021 14:02 UTC
JAT Holdings to begin trading at CSE Today
11th August 2021, Colombo: Following a successful Initial Public Offering (IPO), JAT Holdings is en route to commence trading of shares on the 12th of August 2021. Oversubscribed on the first day, the JAT IPO raised Rs. 27.00 and offered an immediate upside of 21% to an incoming investor on the value per share of Rs. The IPO largely comprised of foreign investors, local institutional investors and high net-worth individuals (HNIs), keen on making mid-long term investments. Fulfilling its near term objectives, the company has already initiated the acquisition of land and commissioning of building its new state-of-the-art R&D facility.
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August 11, 2021 13:52 UTC
Two employees test Covid-19 positive at SLC HQ
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced that the SLC Headquarters in Colombo has started to operate with a minimal number of employees, effective from today (11). The decision was taken, following the detection of two SLC employees as Covid Positive, and also considering the current health situation in the country, a statement said, adding that the rest of the employees will attend to regular work via virtual measures. In the meantime, at the High-Performance Center (HPC), player rehabilitation and fitness programs will operate, whilst no squad training programs will take place as the players are currently in Pallekele to take part in the Invitational T20 League. The ‘Dialog – SLC Invitational T20 League’ is scheduled to commence tomorrow (12).
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August 11, 2021 13:41 UTC
Coronavirus- 2,154 new infections confirmed so far today
August 11, 2021 07:11 pmAs many as 2,154 persons have tested positive for coronavirus so far today (August 11), the Ministry of Health reported. All new cases are associated with the New Year Covid-19 cluster. The new development brings the total number of COVID-19 cases confirmed in the country thus far to 341,246. At present, 35,500 virus-infected patients are being treated at hospitals and treatment centres across the island. Meanwhile, the number of total recoveries crossed 300,000 today as 2,244 more patients were discharged after returning to health.
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August 11, 2021 13:41 UTC
Winchester is least affordable UK city to buy a home
Winchester is the most expensive city in Britain to buy a home, with an average property price tag of £630,432, an astonishing 14 times higher than average local pay packets, new findings have revealed. Costly: Winchester is the most expensive city in Britain to buy a home, with property price tags 14 times higher than local people's pay packetsLondon was outside the top five least affordable cities for the first time in six years. Londonderry in Northern Ireland held its position as the most affordable city for the third consecutive year, with a price-to-earnings ratio of 4.7. An average home there costs 5.6 times average earnings, down from 6.2 in 2011, due to wage growth outstripping house price growth. All of the most affordable cities have house prices below the average for all UK cities (£287,440), expect for Hereford, where property prices are around £316,929.
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August 11, 2021 12:22 UTC
Indo-Lanka ties must be more strategic says Moragoda
Milinda Moragoda, Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to be in New Delhi has stated that the relationship between Sri Lanka and India should be one that is more strategic. In an Interview with The Hindu, Moragoda claimed that current Indo-Lanka ties are “asymmetric”, and the focus must be on elevating bilateral ties from the current “transactional” phase. In terms of post-war reconciliation, Moragoda expressed that it cannot be a political solution, and added that such reconciliation must be home grown. However, he noted that for now, the provincial council system is very much part of Sri Lanka’s Constitution. In terms of elections, Moragoda highlighted that they will be on hold until a new consensus on a electoral system is reached in Parliament.
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August 11, 2021 11:03 UTC
Best Super Cup finals remembered ahead of Chelsea vs Villarreal
As Chelsea prepare to kick-off their campaign with European action against Villarreal, the football world is once again blessed with the return of the Super Cup final. The Super Cup final has provided plenty of thrills and spills over the years, meaning the Blues and their Spanish foe have much to live up to. The Russians reigned supreme and showed that the Super Cup final is not one to be underestimated. The Germans lived up to their stereotype of being unforgiving from 12-yards, and the Super Cup once again grew in stature. Barcelona 5-4 Sevilla - 2015Sometimes when teams from the same nation meet in the Super Cup, a dull affair can follow.
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August 11, 2021 11:03 UTC
Inside China's grab of world lithium supplies
Not only are electric cars a powerful weapon in the fight against climate change but their soaring sales are changing global politics. As the Western world scrambles to keep pace with the development and wider geopolitical implications of electric vehicles, China has stolen a big lead. In the early stages of the development of its battery industry, the country relied on its vast interior for its needs. But in recent years even China’s vast mineral resources were unable to produce enough ore to supply the needs of its battery industry. Pilot schemes to encourage electric vehicle ownership were introduced in cities and there were big subsidies on electric cars.
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August 11, 2021 10:41 UTC
Gamer.LK announces the SINGER Esports Premier League 2021 with Rs. 1 million prize pool
Sri Lanka’s largest Esports league where competitors can play from homeSri Lanka’s premier Esports company Gamer.LK has announced the SINGER Esports Premier League – a franchise based PUBG Mobile league consisting of 12 teams and a Rs. With over 2,000 Esports athletes expected to compete for a spot in the 12 teams, it is Sri Lanka’s largest Esports league. The SINGER Esports Premier League by Gamer.LK will be held completely remotely, with players joining the tournament from the safety of their homes. SINGER comes onboard this year as the Title Sponsor of the Esports Premier League. Moose Clothing Company, a big supporter of Sri Lankan Sports, has stepped up to sponsor the Esports league as the Official Clothing partner.
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August 11, 2021 10:18 UTC
Sri Lanka commended for commitments on renewable energy and climate action
Ambassador Ken O’ Flaherty made these comments when he called on Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena at the Parliament. COP26 Regional Ambassador for Asia-Pacific Ken O’ Flaherty visited Sri Lanka from 5th - 9th August 2021. The 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference, also known as COP26, is the 26th United Nations Climate Change conference. The Foreign Minister also extended an invitation to COP26 Presidency Rt. This Wetland Park is also connected to the “Darwin Initiative”, a wetland conservation project funded by the British High Commission in Colombo and the International Water Management institute.
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August 11, 2021 10:18 UTC
ACL Ceiling Fans awarded prestigious SLS certification attesting superior quality
Attesting its superior quality, ACL Cables PLC, the No. 1 cable manufacturer in Sri Lanka celebrated another important milestone recently as recipient of the prestigious Sri Lanka Standard (SLS) certification for its Ceiling Fans. The SLS certification was awarded to ACL Ceiling Fans models; with the aluminum blade and the metal blade. Commenting on the certification, Lakshman Bandaranayake General Manager Marketing ACL Cables PLC said, “We are extremely pleased to receive the SLS certification for our ceiling fans. Today, as recipient of this official certification, ACL Cables is able to publicly display it in their ceiling fans.
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August 11, 2021 09:56 UTC
40-year-old arrested over mother s murder
A 65-year-old woman from Chenkaladi area in Eravur has been hacked to death by her own son, says Senior DIG Ajith Rohana said in a statement. The 40-year-old suspect has been arrested by the Eravur Police, along with the sharp weapon he had used to commit the crime. Preliminary investigations have uncovered that the suspect had been in an intoxicated condition at the time of the incident. The magisterial inquest on the dead body was conducted yesterday and the post-mortem examination will be carried out by the Batticaloa Judicial Medical Officer, the police spokesman stated further. Meanwhile, the suspect is expected be produced before Batticaloa Magistrate’s Court today.
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August 11, 2021 09:11 UTC
Army assigned only trained medics for COVID vaccinations – Defence Secretary
The Defence Secretary, General (Rtd.) Kamal Guanratne has dismissed the claims that Sri Lanka Army has assigned untrained personnel for COVID vaccination programs. “I’m stating very responsibly that we did not assign army personnel from the artillery regiment for vaccination programs. We have assigned highly trained practitioners of the Army Medical Corps for the process,” he said, addressing a media briefing held at the Defence Ministry. People should not have undue fears about receiving the vaccine from them as they are experienced medical personnel, the Defence Secretary continued.
Source:The Nation
August 11, 2021 08:26 UTC