Sri Lanka is Unsuitable for investment ..- US State Department
The United States has named Sri Lanka as a country with many challenges that are not conducive to starting a business. The US State Department has issued a warning in its 2021 investment climate forecast. The report states that Sri Lanka has an environment with unpredictable economic policies and that the inefficiency of the public service and the irregularity of the government’s procurement system are contributing factors. It also explains why corruption in the public sector poses a serious challenge to investors in starting a business. It states that the kinship of the public service, as well as the legal system affecting foreign investors, is a serious obstacle.
Rishad Bathiudeens wifes brother arrested for raping underaged girl.
Police has arrested a brother of the wife of Samagi Jana Balawega MP Rishad Bathiudeen. Police Media Spokesman DIG Ajith Rohana stated that the arrest was made in connection with the rape of a 22 year old girl who was a servant at the MP’s official residence. An interrogation of a woman who had previously worked as a maid at the MP’s house while she was working as a servant has revealed the relevant rape. The 47-year-old suspect has been arrested and will be produced before court after questioning.
There is strong pressure to cover up the investigation into a minor girl who died while working as a servant at the residence of former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen- Praneetha Warnakulasuriya
UNHRC Director Praneetha Warnakulasuriya has said that there are reports that there is strong pressure to cover up the investigation into a minor girl who died while working as a servant at the residence of former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen. She points out that it is suspected that the girl was killed at Badurdeen’s house and that the rape may have taken place there. She says that there does not appear to be a fair investigation in this regard and that a statement has not been obtained until the girl’s death. She made these comments while participating in a discussion on the youtube channel.
Group of Sri Lankan sportsmen temporarily banned from attending tournaments due to consumption of alcohol
It is reported that it has been decided to impose a temporary ban on a group of players and their officials who behaved in an undisciplined manner while being quarantined at a hotel affiliated with the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium. It has been decided to suspend the participation of the athletes and the officers in charge of the inter-provincial athletics team in India until the end of the disciplinary proceedings. However, only two Olympic athletes in the group will have the opportunity to participate, and both will be temporarily banned after participating. The action was taken following a complaint that a liquor party was held in violation of health safety instructions while they were under siege at the hotel. A committee headed by Minister of State Thenuka Vidanagamage has been appointed to look into the matter.
The Sinopharm vaccine is not the best in the world- The Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists and Professionals
The Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists and Professionals says that the Chinese-made Sinopharm vaccine used in Sri Lanka to control corona is not the best in the world. Ravi Kumudesh, the president of the association, says that an investigation into the vaccine alone will not confirm such an investigation. He said that the University of Sri Jayewardenepura had conducted research only on the Sinopharm vaccine and that there was no comparable test between the vaccines and that it was wrong to try to use the results to suggest that the Chinese vaccine was the best. He says the Chinese vaccine is not accepted in sending workers to many countries in Europe and the Middle East, so instead of putting the full burden on it, a program should be launched immediately to provide at least globally accepted vaccines to those who wish to go abroad.
A Stock of 2 million doses of the Sinopharm vaccine was brought to Sri Lanka.
A stock of 2 million doses of Sinopharm vaccine made in China has been brought to Sri Lanka. The consignment was brought to Sri Lanka by two planes from Beijing at around 5.30 am today (22), the Airport correspondent said. The vaccine was purchased by the State Pharmaceutical Corporation. Accordingly, the total number of Sinopharm vaccines imported to Sri Lanka is 9.1 million, said Minister of State Prof. Channa Jayasumana.
The government gave approval for the German biological sample Collection and PCR test center at Katunayaka Airport
The Ministry of Health has given approval to a German company to obtain a construction permit for a biological sample collection center and a laboratory for PCR testing at the Katunayake Airport premises. The proposal was made by the Ministry of Tourism. Nearly one and a half acres of land at the airport will be provided for the construction of the laboratory at a monthly rent of US $ 10,000. The labs will charge a fee of US $ 40 per person to perform the test.
Another 47 corona deaths reported in the country death troll is Near 4000
Another 47 deaths due to corona infection have been announced by the Government Information Department. Accordingly, the number of deaths due to covid infection in the country has increased to 3917.
A Red Notice from Nalin Perera
Famous singer Nalin Perera urges the public not to abuse the freedom they have been given for ceremonies including weddings. Commenting on social media, he said that information has been received that more than 150 people have been invited to weddings in many places. He said that he had intervened and told the authorities that the artists involved in the industry were in a serious crisis due to the ban on festivals, including weddings, and that he was ashamed of the misuse of permission by various parties. He said that in the current situation, everyone should understand their responsibilities and behave in a self-disciplined manner, otherwise there will be restrictions again within another month. “I would like to mark my voice as a red notice to everyone in the field” he said.
Sri Lankan cricket team is still learning – Mickey Arthur
Sri Lanka Cricket coach Mickey Arthur says the Sri Lankan cricket team is still learning. Responding to a Twitter message after yesterday’s loss to India, the coach said that team captain Dasun Shanaka and himself were deeply disappointed. But he also says that there was a good conversation between the two after the match but it did not go overboard. Russell Arnold, an international commentator, made the remarks in response to a critical comment on the conversation.