More Footages on Sri Lankan Protest #GoHomeGota2022
Thousands of people from different parts of the island have joined the protests
Sri Lankan Economy crisis :Protesters are refusing to accept a temporary solution.(Footage)
Since the weekend, protests have erupted across Sri Lanka against the government’s failure to effectively manage the economy and a shortage of basic necessities. These demonstrators have demanded that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa step down, as well as his government. Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa offered ministerial seats to all political parties on Monday (4), urging them to work together to resolve the country’s issue. His suggestion came a day after Wimal Weerawansa, one of his former ministers, proposed forming an all-party interim administration to resolve the problem. The Sri Lanka Freedom Party, one of the key political parties in the current coalition, warned on Sunday (3) that if a caretaker administration is not appointed, all SLFP members will be fired. Image source – AP
Russia Ukraine war :The blast shakes Odessa
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that Russia hopes to capture southeastern Ukraine, launching a missile attack on the strategic Black Sea port of Odesa. Ukraine says it has regained control of “the whole of Kiev” after Russian troops withdrew from major cities near the Ukrainian capital. The mayor of Bucha, near Kiev, says 300 people have been buried in the city’s mass grave and the streets are littered with the bodies of people killed by Russian forces. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says retreating Russian troops are clearing landmines and creating a “catastrophic” situation. Ukraine’s top negotiator says Russia has “orally” agreed to key Ukrainian resolutions. Fires were reported in Odessa after the airstrikes The airstrikes shook the strategic Black Sea port city of Odessa, and officials and journalists reported wildfires in some areas. Odessa was attacked from the air, ”Anton Hereshchenko, an adviser to the interior minister, wrote in his Telegram account. “Forest fires were reported in some areas. Some of the missiles were dropped by air defense. An AFP reporter heard explosions in the southwestern city at 6:00 am (GMT 0300). The blast sent at least three strips of black smoke, apparently in an industrial area. A soldier near the scene of one of the attacks said it could be a rocket or a missile. Explosions heard at Odesa: Reuters Reuters reports that a series of explosions were heard and smoke was seen in the southern Ukrainian port city of Odessa on Sunday morning. No official information has been received about the attack.
Oshadha Senanayake resigns as ICTA chairman
Oshadha Senanayake has resigned as the Chairman of the Information and Communication Technology Agency of Ceylon. He confirmed his resignation this morning.
Media Minister will resigned from the post?
Media Minister Dullas Alahapperuma has strongly condemned the brutal attack on journalists who went to cover the clashes in the Mirihana area in Nugegoda last Thursday. He left a note on his Twitter account. “The right of the people to protest peacefully must be guaranteed. Protesters must not resort to violence or destroy public property. ”. Although some media reports are circulating that Dullas Alahapperuma will resign from the ministry, when contacted by one of his spokespersons, he stated that this news could not be confirmed.
I dont not approve of blocking social networks in Sri Lanka- Minister Namal Rajapaksa
Minister Namal Rajapaksa has stated that he does not approve of blocking social networks in Sri Lanka. He said in a note on his Twitter account that he would like to reconsider the decision in a more progressive manner. He also says that he also accessed the social network using alternative methods.
Power cut time will be reduced in coming days
The Public Utilities Commission (PUCSL) says it will significantly reduce power cuts in the coming days. Its Chairman Janaka Ratnayake stated that a written confirmation has been received from the Secretary to the Ministry of Power and Energy that a quantity of fuel will be allocated for power generation on behalf of the Ceylon Electricity Board. Accordingly, 12,000 metric tons of diesel is to be received today (03) under Indian loans, he said. Its Acting General Manager Dr. Rohantha Abeysekera said that the power plant is currently receiving the required stocks of diesel. Accordingly, steps will be taken to commence operations at the power plant soon, he said. The Kerawalapitiya power plant, which commenced power generation yesterday, has added 270 megawatts to the national grid.
Social media blocked in Sri lanka
In Sri Lanka, there are barriers to accessing social media networks through internet service providers since yesterday. A number of social networking sites have been blocked, including Facebook, YouTube, WhatsApp, Viber, Twitter and Instagram. The Ministry of Technology states that social media networks in the country have been blocked following a request made by the Ministry of Defense. Its secretary said the blockade was temporary.
A nationwide curfew imposed
The government has decided to impose a nationwide curfew. The Department of Government Information announces that the curfew imposed at 6.00 pm yesterday will be effective until 6.00 am on Monday the 4th. With this situation, all the protests that were being organized through Whatsapp to be held in cities across the country tomorrow will have to be stopped.
Currunt economic crisis in Sri Lanka, -There is a shortage of candles in the country
Businesses say that with the power cut, there is a shortage of candles in the local market and the price of candles currently on sale in the market has gone up. The traders said that a small candle sells for Rs. 15 / = and a large candle for Rs. 75 / =. In addition, a small battery costs Rs. 15 / =, each bar of soap costs Rs. 15 / = and there is a shortage of matches in the local market, the traders said.