Non-biodegradable lunch sheets to be prohibited from tomorrow
COLOMBO (News 1st): Lunch sheets made of non-biodegradable polythene will be banned from tomorrow (01), The Minister of Environment, Mahinda Amaraweera states. The Minister said that the manufacture, transportation, and the sale of all types of lunch sheets made out of non-biodegradable plastic will be banned in the country from tomorrow onwards. Moreover, joint raids will be conducted by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA), the Consumer Affairs Authority, and Sri Lanka Police to apprehend those who continue to manufacture, transport, or sell such products from tomorrow as well, Minister Amaraweera added. The Environment Minister emphasized that the decision was reached taking into account the adverse effects to the environment and the health of the public due to non-biodegradable lunch sheets.
Source:The Nation
July 31, 2021 08:01 UTC
COVID-19 infected mothers can breastfeed via safe methods
COLOMBO (News 1st): Mothers who are infected with COVID-19 still have the ability to breastfeed via safe methods, Dr. Chitramali de Silva, Director of Sri Lanka Family Health Bureau says. She mentioned this in commemoration of the National Breastfeeding week, which is due to begin tomorrow (01). The theme for this National Breastfeeding Week is ‘Protecting breastfeeding is the responsibility of all of us’. Dr. Chitramali de Silva added that mothers who have obtained vaccines against COVID-19 can breastfeed safely as well.
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July 31, 2021 08:01 UTC
Isuru Udana retires from International cricket
COLOMBO (News 1st): Sri Lanka’s 33-year all rounder Isuru Udana announced in a statement that he is retiring from International Cricket with immediate effect. “I believe the time has come for me to make way for the next generation of players,’’ said Udana whilst notifying his decision to Sri Lanka Cricket. ‘’It is with immense pride and passion, and unfathomable commitment that I have represented and served my country,’’ he further said.
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July 31, 2021 08:01 UTC
SLFP has no intention to leave Govt. says Maithripala
Chairman of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) and former President Maithripala Sirisena says that the party has no intention of leaving the government, while adding that steps have been taken to reorganise the party throughout Sri Lanka. These statements were made in response to questions from the media following the conclusion of the SLFP’s Galle District Convention which was held on Thursday (29). Sirisena explained that the party has a policy on contemporary politics of Sri Lanka and that its views have been presented to the government on multiple previous occasions. SLFP General Secretary Dayasiri Jayasekara, Environment Minister Mahinda Amaraweera, Central Committee Member Suren Raghavan, Party and District organisers were also present at this occasion.
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July 31, 2021 05:37 UTC
Touring Lions aim to seal series
Compiled by Ranjika PereraWarren Gatland’s British and Irish Lions came from behind to steal the win in the opening Test of the series last week. Warren Gatland’s men came from behind to steal the win in the opening game of the series last week. Springboks’ bench failed to contribute in the second half which helped Lions get a late winner to seal the win. Hosts’ three team changesFor the all-important second game, the hosts have made three changes. Alun Wyn Jones will captain the side to in his 11th successive Lions Test cap and he will be determined to motivate his team to seal the win and series on Saturday.
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July 31, 2021 05:37 UTC
All areas released from isolation
July 31, 2021 by Aazam Ameen No CommentsWith the lifting of the isolation orders imposed on Vadamarachchi North Grama Niladhari Division in Jaffna District this morning (31), Sri Lanka is now free of isolated areas. Army Commander and Head of National Operation Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO) General Shavendra Silva confirmed that all localities in Sri Lanka that were placed under isolation have now been released from the orders.
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July 31, 2021 05:15 UTC
Over 11 mn Covid-19 vaccines administered
According to official data from the Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health, the national vaccination drive against Covid-19 has administered more than 11.7 million vaccinations. Yesterday (30), more than 500,000 vaccinations were administered for the second consecutive day, says the State Minister of Production, Supply and Regulation of Pharmaceuticals Prof Channa Jayasumana. As many as 442,253 people have received the first dose of the Sinopharm vaccine, while 66,219 completed the vaccine course as they were administered with the second dose of the same. In addition, 4,999 people were also vaccinated with the first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine.
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July 31, 2021 04:18 UTC
Sri Lanka to receive over 720,000 AstraZeneca vaccines from Japan today
Sri Lanka will be receiving a consignment of 728,460 doses of Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine donated by Japan under the COVAX facility this evening (July 31), says the State Minister of Production, Supply and Regulation of Pharmaceuticals. Thereby, the shipment is scheduled to be airfreighted from Japan on SriLankan Airlines flight UL455 today. This vaccine consignment has been made available by Ambassador of Sri Lanka in Tokyo, Sanjiv Gunasekara and his staff of the mission, who made numerous appeals and met with many Government Bureaucrats as well as politicians to convince the necessity. When rolling out these vaccines, the priority will be given to those who have already received the first dose of AstraZeneca’s Covishield vaccine. The remaining vaccines will be directed to the inoculation drive in Kegalle District.
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July 31, 2021 03:45 UTC
Daily COVID vaccinations cross 500,000 for second consecutive day
July 31, 2021 08:52 amSri Lanka on Friday (July 30) rolled out more than 500,000 COVID vaccinations for the second consecutive day, says the State Minister of Production, Supply and Regulation of Pharmaceuticals. Thereby, 513,820 coronavirus jabs in total have been rolled out within the day, Prof. Channa Jayasumana stated.
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July 31, 2021 03:22 UTC
Infinix Smart 5A will launch in India on August 2
If you're in India and searching for a cheap smartphone, you'll get yet another option on Monday, August 2, because that's when Infinix is said to launch the Smart 5A in the country. With those specs, it should be dirt cheap if it's going to sell at all. The Infinix Smart 5A will be 8.7mm thick and weigh 183g. You'll get an INR 550 discount on the phone if you sign up for using Jio in the primary card slot. Compared to the Infinix Smart 5, which was released back in February, the 5A has a smaller battery and screen (with the same resolution though).
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July 31, 2021 03:11 UTC
No more localities under isolation orders at present – Army Chief
July 31, 2021 07:45 amAll localities in Sri Lanka that were placed under isolation have now been released from the orders, the Head of National Operation Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO) says. Accordingly, there are no more isolated areas in the country at present, the Army Commander General Shavendra Silva added. The new development came after the isolation orders imposed on Vadamarachchi North Grama Niladhari Division in Jaffna District were lifted with effect from this morning (July 31).
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July 31, 2021 03:00 UTC
Fantasy Football: A New Virtual Game for Everyone
According to a recent forecast, the global fantasy football business will be valued at over $1 billion by 2026. Part of that success is down to platforms such as DraftKings, one of the favorite destinations for fantasy football players. Easy to understandYou don’t have to be a football expert to play fantasy football; in fact, one of the game’s appeals is that it can be played by anyone, regardless of skill level. Register your teamWatch: How to Play Fantasy Football for BEGINNERSFirst and foremost, you must create an account with a fantasy football platform provider such as DraftKings and name your squad. Watch: How to Play Fantasy Football for BEGINNERSThe Dallas Cowboys take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 9th to kick off the NFL season.
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July 31, 2021 01:18 UTC
How to Finally Block Someone in Google Drive
Google Drive is finally rolling out its long-awaited “block user” option. While it was previously possible to remove users from a shared document or prevent them from downloading and sharing files they collaborate on, you can now block all interactions directly in Drive. Later in the post, Google confirms that blocking users in Drive also blocks them on other Google services and apps you use, like Gmail. G/O Media may get a commissionHow to block someone in Google DriveYou can only block other Google Drive users from your desktop, but it works on any browser and the Progressive Web App. Open Google Drive in your browser or the Google Drive PWA.Go to thetab.Right-click a shared file from the user you want to block, then selectYou can also add or remove users to your.
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July 30, 2021 21:00 UTC
SAGE: Next Covid variant could kill one in three people
A doomsday new Covid variant that could kill up to one in three people is a 'realistic possibility', according to the Government's top scientists. A doomsday new Covid variant that could kill one in three people is a 'realistic possibility', according to the Government's top scientistsWhy the Delta Covid variant ISN'T really spreading as quickly as chickenpox Top scientists today claimed the Indian 'Delta' variant is not spreading as quickly as chickenpox, despite US health officials saying it is just as contagious. 'Without stricter border control measures we risk importing vaccine-resistant variants while uncontrolled spread here could lead to yet another UK variant.' The group warned further culling or animal vaccinating may be needed in other species to prevent them becoming reservoirs for the virus. Now PHE spots ANOTHER variant: 16 Brits have tested positive for 'Colombian' strainHealth chiefs have spotted another Covid variant spreading in Britain, with 31 mutant strains now on the UK's watchlist.
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July 30, 2021 19:41 UTC
On This Day – 30 July
1930 – Uruguay beats Argentina 4-2 in the inaugural FIFA World Cup Final at Estadio Centenario, Montevideo, Uruguay. He later came to be known as the cricket world’s pioneering and the most iconic cheerleader. In July 2013, he passed Fred Trueman on England’s all-time wicket list during the first Test at Trent Bridge. A year later, he surpassed Ian Botham as England’s highest wicket-taker and joined the 500 club in 2017, at Lord’s. Bowling wicket to wicket with a hint of movement, Cork bowled West Indies Captain Richie Richardson off an inside edge, before trapping their wicket-keeper Junior Murray and Carl Hooper
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July 30, 2021 17:48 UTC