Holder equals Lasith Malinga’s record
West Indies Jason Holder has equalled the record set by several bowlers including Lasith Malinga. That was during the 5th Twenty20 International between the West Indies and England. Holder bowled the last over of England’s innings, taking four wickets in a row in the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th overs. Accordingly, he is the fourth bowler to achieve such a feat in a 20/20 international. Earlier, Lasith Malinga of Sri Lanka, Rashid Khan of Afghanistan and Curtis Kamfer of Ireland had done the same. The 5th 20/20 International between England and the West Indies was played in Bridgetown, Jamaica.
A special record from Rafael Nadal
Rafael Nadal of Spain has become the first man to win 21 Grand Slam tennis titles. He defeated Daniel Medvedev of Russia in the men’s final of the 2022 Australian Open.
Sri Lanka requested a loan from Pakistan to buy Rice
The Sri Lankan government has requested a loan of US $ 200 billion from Pakistan. The government hopes to get rice, medicines and cement through this facility. Trade Minister Bandula Gunawardena, who recently visited Pakistan, has discussed the matter. Pakistan is also facing a severe economic crisis and inflation is high.
Another chance for the Italian president
Italian President Sergio Mattarella has been elected for a second time. He received 759 votes in the parliamentary election to elect the President. The parliamentary election to elect the new President was held over six days in eight phases. In the final round of voting, more than a thousand lawmakers and local representatives voted in favor of electing the president, a candidate who needed 505 votes to win. Incumbent Sergio Mattarella won with 759 votes.
The deadliest disease “Missy” is spreading among children after infecting with covid 19
Doctors at the Ridgeway Aryan Children’s Hospital in Colombo are warning of another serious illness for children with the re-emergence of covid-19 in the country. Dr Deepal Perepaediatrician at the Aryan Children’s Hospital, Ridgeway, Colombo, said that children could even die if they developed a condition called “Missy”. “It is a multi-organ infection. This disease can be very serious. All the senses can be paralyzed. Immunization of children over 12 years of age can reduce the risk of measles. Missy is serious. Children with that condition can go to the intensive care unit. Death can happen. ” he said. “If the child develops the disease without the parents’ knowledge, the child may have a fever again after being infected covid 19 within two weeks or two months, with swollen lymph nodes, yellowing of the eyes, difficulty breathing, and decreased urination or Bleeding with urine can occur. It could result in something like a slowing down of the heart. And even traumatic situations can happen.” He further explained the situation.
25 million worth Foreign currency found in a luggage
Five persons have been arrested at the Katunayake International Airport by the Customs for attempting to smuggle foreign currency in their luggage. The suspects were arrested following a lengthy investigation by the Narcotics Division of the Sri Lanka Customs. Customs officers seized $ 95,000, 18,000 euros and 37,000 Saudi riyals. The value of this currency in Sri Lanka is close to 25 million rupees. The suspects are being investigated by the Sri Lanka Customs and Police.
How to get oil for electricity? – Minister of Power and Energy
Gamini Lokuge, Minister of Power and Energy says that the CEB will be able to purchase fuel directly through Indian Oil tomorrow (31) and the day after tomorrow (01). He stated that a decision will have to be taken tomorrow regarding the amount of fuel required by the CEB for the next week. Minister Gamini Lokuge also stated that a program will be launched to obtain electricity from private power plants for a short period.
An unsecured gate kills a girl
A 6-year-old girl has died after a gate collapsed on her body. The girl had gone with her mother to a teacher’s house yesterday (29) morning when the mother was about to open the gate when it fell on her body, police said. The girl succumbed to her injuries on admission to the Thambuththegama Hospital. The deceased has been identified as a resident of Thambuththegama, Musalpitiya, D02 Ela Road
The tragedy of Gardi Falls
The bodies of four persons who went to bathe in the Uma Oya Garadi Falls in Atampitiya have been found. The bodies of three girls aged 19, 21 and 23 and the bodies of a 23-year-old man were found yesterday (29) afternoon, police said. The search for the body of another missing girl is said to be continuing. The victims were residents of Atampiya and Lindula areas, police said.
Galle ahead of National Super League
Galle beat Dambulla by 3 wickets in the National Super League ODI Cricket Tournament organized by Sri Lanka Cricket. They have now won both of their matches and are leading the bonus points table. Batting first, Dambulla were all out for 165 in 49 overs with 3 balls to spare. Chasing the target of 166 runs, Galle chased down the target by 7 wickets in 34 overs with 2 balls to spare. Defeating Kandy in another match of the tournament yesterday Colombo won by 6 wickets. Batting first, Kandy scored 271 runs for the loss of all wickets at the end of 50 overs. Colombo chased down the target by 4 wickets in 48 overs.