The cardinals make a tough decision
Archbishop Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith has decided not to attend the National Independence Day celebrations tomorrow. The Archbishop of Colombo said that he had taken this decision in protest of the continued detention of innocent people in connection with the grenade incident at the Borella Church. This was stated by Fr. Cyril Gamini addressing a media briefing convened in Colombo this morning.
Why Chamika did not go to Australia
The Sri Lanka Cricket team left for Australia this morning (03). That is to participate in 5 Twenty20 Internationals. One of the Sri Lankan players who were about to leave for Australia was missing. It was Chamika Karunaratne who “won the love” of the team. Investigations into his deficiency revealed that he had been quarantined on suspicion of covid infection.
Indian fishermen had killed two Sri Lankan Fishermen and thrown them into the sea
The bodies of two fishermen who had been missing for five days have been dumped at the Adiyawalai beach in the Maradankeni Police Division in Kilinochchi, police said. Meanwhile, local fishermen say that when the Indian trawler capsized the Indian fishermen had attacked the two fishermen and thrown them into the sea and the two fishermen had drowned to death. As a result, a large number of Maradankeni fishermen blocked the road in front of the Maradankeni Divisional Secretariat on the 1st and staged a protest demanding a solution to the problem of Indian fishermen responsible for the deaths of the two fishermen. The Marundankendani police investigated the scene and discussed with the authorities who are responsible for the protesters.
Beauty in Sri Lanka exhibited in a foreign country
Various steps are being taken to promote the tourism industry in Sri Lanka. As a result, several billboards published in foreign countries reflecting the beauty of our country are being shared on social media. Sources say the boards are on display in Ankara, Turkey. Following are the relevant Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Boards displayed in Turkey by Kimali Fernando, Chairperson of the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority, who shared them on her social media account.
The popular star had an accident
World-renowned foreign TV star and entrepreneur Simon Cowell has been injured in an accident. According to foreign media reports, he had met with the accident while riding his electric bicycle. Foreign media quoted eyewitnesses as saying that his bicycle had slipped and fallen off the road. He was rushed to a nearby hospital by ambulance.According to further reports he was not even wearing a safety helmet at the time and Simon Cowell’s hand and face were injured in the accident Some foreign media outlets have reported that “Simon Cowell was lucky to be alive” because of the horror of the accident. Simon Cowell is now 62 years old. Foreign media has reported that he has been involved in a similar accident on a previous occasion as well. However, even after the accident, he has stated that he will not give up his bicycle.
Putin warns US
Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused the United States of trying to push Russia into war in Ukraine. According to the international media, this is his first statement in a few weeks regarding the problematic situation that has arisen. Putin says the United States intends to create a conflict situation and use it as a pretext to impose more sanctions on Russia. He added that the United States was ignoring Russia’s opposition to NATO troops stationed in Europe. Russia has so far deployed about 100,000 Russian troops, including munitions and fighter jets, near the Ukrainian border. Therefore, a tense situation has arisen in the international political arena as well. But Russia says it has no plans to invade Ukraine. But Russia’s annexation of the Crimean peninsula, which was under Ukrainian rule about eight years ago, and Russia’s military support for the rebels in Ukraine’s Donbass region are viewed with suspicion by the international community. Russia accuses Ukrainian authorities of failing to establish peace in the eastern region.
An exporter who won his life
Media reports the story of a courageous young man who started a manioc escape for rent and continued his livelihood until he exported manioc. He started the business with a small amount of money and today he has been able to employ many people. Ajith Ratnasiri, 42, is a businessman residing in Panahaduwa, Udawalawe. Exporting manioc, oranges and papayas has become his main business. Many people nowadays make a living by starting their businesses. It includes about 200 people, including 65 villagers. About 60,000 oranges a week are exported and about 70,000 kilos of manioc are exported under the existing minimum facilities. Ajith Ratnasiri, despite the challenges, has developed his business on his own and has become a successful exporter of foreign exchange to the country. If there is any support from the government to further develop the business, it will be a relief to Ajith.
Sri Lanka should get ready for the new covid variant “Nyokov” which puts people at high risk for death.
Health officials say there is a risk of the South African new covid strain, Nyokov or BA.2 virus, entering the country in the future. If it spreads, everyone should be prepared to prevent infection, Deputy Director General of Health, Dr. Susie Perera. This variety is now spreading to South African and Middle Eastern countries as well as European countries. Health officials say this puts people at high risk for death.
Indian fisherman damaged fishing equipment and attacked with a petrol bomb the Sri Lankan fishermen; 21 Indian arrested
Fishermen in Jaffna have taken to the streets to protest and fast in several places in Jaffna on the 1st due to a clash between Indian fishing vessels entering the North Sea and fishermen in Jaffna. Vadamarachchi fishermen nab three Indian trawlers that had entered the Sakkottai seas off Jaffna on 31 nights. Northern fishermen also said that one fisherman was injured in a petrol bomb attack by Indian fishermen. Also, fishermen in the Supermadum area in Point Pedro said that Indian fishermen destroyed nets worth over one million rupees and fled. Because of that Its fishermen have started a fast yesterday demanding a solution to the fishing problems by blocking a road to Point Pedro. Sri Lankan Navy reported that they arrested 21indian fishermen with two trawler boats. The vessels of the Indian fishermen were surrounded by the Northern fishermen and the Northern Naval Command was informed Later, the Navy chased down the trawlers of Indian fishermen who tried to flee by attacking the northern fishermen and arrested them seizing the two boats. Meanwhile, the 21 Indian fishermen arrested were brought to the Kankesanthurai Naval Base and handed over to the Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Department for further investigations.
Sri Lanka took dollars from the black market to buy weapons from North Korea
Basil Rajapaksa, the Minister of Finance has stated that he has taken dollars from the black market and bought weapons from North Korea. He had hinted with the newspaper that during the pre-2009 war, the army had procured weapons in such a manner when it needed them. However, External Affairs Minister Peiris has revised the statement stating that he had discussed the matter with Basil Rajapaksa and that they had not expressed such an opinion. Opposition lawmakers have lashed out at the finance minister’s statement, saying the purchase of arms from North Korea was “surprising”. Foreign media also reported on the statement, saying that it had been leaked to WikiLeaks Cable some time ago.