Cut down public circulation by 80-90 percent - GMOA
The Government Medical Officers’ Association urges the government to cut down public circulation in society by 80% to 90% to control the spread of COVID-19. Issuing a statement, the GMOA says that the government should declare that country is at the COVID-19 Risk level 04. They say the COVID-19 Task Force and the Ministry of Health should take the necessary steps as soon as possible and monitor whether these measures are carried out properly. The GMOA further says that the country’s vaccination process is outside the scope of the scientific method. Through the statement, the GMOA also urges the government to provide the third dose or the booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to healthcare workers as COVID-19 infections among the healthcare workers are on the rise.
Source:The Nation
August 16, 2021 12:22 UTC
Sri Lanka s Covid-19 recoveries up by 2,325
August 16, 2021 03:56 pmThe Ministry of Health says that another 2,325 patients have recovered from Covid-19 and have been discharged from hospital, as Sri Lanka’s total recoveries surpassed 312,000 on Monday. The tally of confirmed cases of coronavirus reported in the country thus far is 358,608. The total number of Covid-19 recoveries has now reached 312,057 while over 40,000 infected patients are currently undergoing treatment at hospitals and treatment centers.
Source:The Nation
August 16, 2021 10:30 UTC
Cabraal on logic behind nighttime curfews
State Minister Ajith Nivard Cabraal says that social gatherings such as parties that had taken place in the nighttime had led to the spread of the Delta variant of the coronavirus in the country. The State Minister of Finance, Capital Markets, and State Enterprise Reforms explained the reasoning behind the nighttime curfew imposed in the country, joining the Ada Derana ‘Big Focus’ program today (August 16). It has been revealed at points that parties have spread this [Delta] variant. Meanwhile, Cabraal refuted various rumors circulating on social media that his son’s wedding was to be held today. Stating that there was no truth in these rumors, he added that both his sons have already married.
Source:The Nation
August 16, 2021 10:30 UTC
An appeal from the Mayor of Colombo
Mayor of Colombo Rosy Senanayake has issued an urgent message to residents of the City of Colombo and those visiting the city, in view of the prevailing Covid-19 situation. Do not leave home unless absolutely necessary. Do not permit any visitors to your home unless absolutely necessary. Businesses also should encourage employees to work from home unless it’s absolutely necessary to be physically present at work. “Once again, I appeal to all individuals and business establishments to strictly adhere to the health guidelines that are in place.
Source:The Nation
August 16, 2021 09:22 UTC
Calcey among Best Workplaces for Millennials in Sri Lanka
Colombo – 13 August 202.Calcey Technologies has been recognized as one of the best workplaces for Millennials by Great Place to Work® Sri Lanka. The company earned this credential based on extensive ratings provided by its employees in an anonymous survey conducted by Great Place to Work® in Sri Lanka during 2020 – 2021. Calcey Technologies is a Gartner recognized technology consulting and software product engineering services provider based in the United States and Sri Lanka. Through proprietary assessment tools, advisory services, and recognition programs, including Great Place to Work-CertifiedTM, Best Workplaces lists and workplace reviews, Great Place to Work® provides the benchmarks, framework, and expertise needed to create, sustain, and recognize outstanding workplace cultures. Follow Great Place to Work online at www.greatplacetowork.com or www.greatplacetoworksl.lkPost Views: 3
Source:The Nation
August 16, 2021 08:48 UTC
Malaysian PM resigns after failing to get majority support
Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin resigned less than 18 months into his tenure, becoming the country’s shortest-ruling leader after conceding that he lost majority support to govern. Muhyiddin, who came to power in March 2020, will remain as caretaker until a new premier is appointed, the palace said in a statement. One government minister wrote on social media that the Cabinet had tendered their resignations to the king and a deputy minister thanked Muhyiddin for his service. Mr Muhyiddin will perform the prime minister’s duties until his successor is appointed. In the statement, Malaysia’s King, Sultan Abdullah Ahmad Shah, also added that holding general elections in the near future “is not the best option” due to the welfare and security of the people.
Source:The Nation
August 16, 2021 07:30 UTC
Police anti narcotic operations continue, three arrested yesterday
Three persons were arrested yesterday in various areas of the country in connection with narcotic related offences, Police Spokesperson Senior DIG Ajith Rohana stated. Accordingly, the Western Province Crimes Division arrested a 41 year old woman with 1 kg and 200 g of Kerala cannabis in the Sapugaskanda area. Meanwhile, the Divisional Crime Detection Bureau of Anuradhapura arrested a 30 year old individual for possession of 10 g of heroin. Additionally, the Special Task Force (STF) was involved in the arrest of a person in the Wellampitiya Police area for possession of 43 g of Ice. Senior DIG Rohana notes that continuous anti narcotic operations will be carried out and urged the public to inform authorities of any such activities by dialing 1997.
Source:The Nation
August 16, 2021 06:00 UTC
Media Release - Efforts to evacuate Sri Lankan nationals in Afghanistan
The Foreign Ministry wishes to clarify the following with regard to the current situation in Afghanistan and the ongoing efforts to evacuate Sri Lankan nationals there:· The Foreign Ministry is currently in the process of working with international partners to facilitate the return of Sri Lankan nationals in Afghanistan, if they wish to return. · The Sri Lanka Embassy in Kabul, which is functioning from a hotel, currently does not have any Sri Lankan nationals present and is manned by one local staff. · The Embassy is in possession of details of forty three (43) Sri Lankan nationals in Afghanistan while the Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau (SLBFE) has certain details as well. The Sri Lankan nationals present in Afghanistan mostly work for the United Nations, international organizations, NATO military bases and private companies. · The Foreign Ministry remains appraised of the situation and will make every effort to ensure the safe return of Sri Lankan nationals, if they wish to return.
Source:The Nation
August 16, 2021 06:00 UTC
15 persons arrested for treasure hunting
A total of 15 people across multiple areas in the country were arrested yesterday (15) for the offence of treasure hunting, Police Spokesman Senior DIG Ajith Rohana noted. Meanwhile, the Hasalaka Police arrested another six persons along with the materials used to conduct treasure hunting operations. The Special Task Force (STF), during a special operation in the Mawathagama Police area arrested another three persons as well. Senior DIG Rohana stated that all arrestees will be produced before the respective Magistrate courts today (16). He also urged the public to inform Sri Lanka Police if they are aware of any such treasure hunting efforts by dialing 1997.
Source:The Nation
August 16, 2021 05:37 UTC
Bathiudeen s brother-in-law granted bail
August 16, 2021 11:04 amFormer Minister Rishad Bathiudeen’s brother-in-law, Mohamed Shiabdeen Ismat, has been ordered to be released on bail by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. The 44-year-old brother-in-law was recently arrested for allegedly sexually abusing a young woman who worked as a domestic helper at the MP Bathiudeen’s official residence from 2015 to 2019. When the case was taken up today (August 16), Chief Magistrate Buddhika C. Ragala ordered the suspect to be released on a personal bail worth Rs. Further, the suspect was also ordered to surrender his passport to the court.
Source:The Nation
August 16, 2021 05:26 UTC
Foreign Ministry on efforts to evacuate Sri Lankans in Afghanistan
The Foreign Ministry of Sri Lanka has issued a statement with regard to the current situation in Afghanistan and the ongoing efforts to evacuate Sri Lankan nationals in the war-torn country. The Foreign Ministry says it is currently in the process of working with international partners to facilitate the return of Sri Lankan nationals in Afghanistan, if they wish to return. The Sri Lankan nationals present in Afghanistan mostly work for the United Nations, international organizations, NATO military bases and private companies. The Foreign Ministry said it remains appraised of the situation and will make every effort to ensure the safe return of Sri Lankan nationals, if they wish to return. Overnight, the focus was Kabul airport, where hundreds of desperate Afghans seeking to flee the country were waiting for flights, some dragging luggage across runways in the dark, foreign media reported.
Source:The Nation
August 16, 2021 03:22 UTC
Incel gunman 'was a ticking timebomb hooked on steroids'
The 22-year-old virgin, a self-confessed ‘involuntary celibate’, had an obsession with guns and violent computer games from the age of five, according to reports. In 2016, he was let go by police despite hitting Scott Hobbs 15 times and punching his girlfriend Sherrie – sending her falling on to her stomach and fearing she could lose her unborn baby. Mr Hobbs, 25, told The Sunday Mirror: ‘The police didn’t seem to take it very seriously. He claimed the killer had been taking both amphetamines and bodybuilding anabolic steroids since at least December. He told The Sun: ‘He was popping lots of pills... he became edgy, aggressive – and was basically a ticking timebomb.’
Source:The Nation
August 15, 2021 22:18 UTC
How to buy cryptocurrency: A definitive guide to cryptocurrency investing
This is because governments around the world mandate that cryptocurrency exchanges comply with Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws. Over the years, trading platforms have cumulatively lost Regulatory oversight: Unlike stock exchanges, cryptocurrency trading platforms can be incorporated anywhere in the world. : Unlike stock exchanges, cryptocurrency trading platforms can be incorporated anywhere in the world. If centralized cryptocurrency exchanges don’t appeal to you for some reason, consider peer-to-peer (P2P) trading platforms for cryptocurrency investing. As mentioned previously, cryptocurrency trading platforms are a common and lucrative target for hackers.
Source:The Nation
August 15, 2021 19:52 UTC
China and Russia prepare to accept Taliban rule of Afghanistan
China, Russia, Pakistan and Turkey all appear set to formally recognise Taliban rule in neighbouring Afghanistan after the Islamist terror group seized the Presidential Palace in Kabul on Sunday and the country's embattled president fled for Tajikistan. In dealing with the Taliban, an increasingly powerful China may be able to leverage the fact that, unlike Russia or the United States, it has never fought them. After their meeting with Wang, the Taliban said they hope China can play a bigger economic role. Russia is one of five permanent members of the UN Security Council, along with the United States, Britain, France, and China. We must now live up to our obligations, especially to those Afghan people who worked so bravely with British representatives in Afghanistan.
Source:The Nation
August 15, 2021 19:52 UTC
At last, SLC to offer player contracts for 2021
a chart indicating possible wages proposed in the previous player contract schemeBy Revatha S. Silva* ‘Three prodigal sons’ remain to be out* Couple of new players added including Asitha, Chamika, Avishka* Reassessment to be made before January 2022Following months of protracted disputes, arguments, and counterarguments, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has finally decided to offer player contracts for the year 2021. The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) of SLC, headed by Aravinda de Silva, intervened in making the player contracts for this year yet players, allegedly manipulated by a couple of seniors, refrained from signing the contracts citing lack of transparency in player categorisation. Later it was reported that the TAC conceded its powers on player contracts to the Board at meeting held with the Minister of Sports. The new contracts will be from August till the end of December, when the new player assessments will be redone. All the issues that were here and there will be rectified from January onwards,” the SLC ex-co official further added.
Source:The Nation
August 15, 2021 19:41 UTC