Economic Crisis in Sri Lanka- An discussion to import eggs from India and one egg can be sold at Rs 20
The rapid increase in the price of eggs in the market is a very unfair situation. Therefore, the bakery owners’ association requests the government to import eggs from India to control the price. Its chairman Mr N K Jayawardena mentions that nowadays it costs between 55 and 60 rupees to buy an egg. He points out that this situation affects the production activities of the bakery owners and it directly affects the nutritional status of the people of this country. Accordingly, he said that an egg can be imported from India for twenty rupees and he requested the government to import eggs and provide them at a subsidized price.
Retired international cricket umpire Rudy Kirsten has died in a car accident
Retired international cricket umpire Rudy Kirsten has died in a car accident in South Africa. Local news reports revealed that referee Rudi Koertzen and three other people died in the head-on collision near Riversdale last Tuesday. He was a South Africaat the time of his death at the age of 73. Recently had rest from his career. Having officiated a record 209 ODIs, Rudy Kirsten is one of only three ICC umpires to have officiated 100 Test matches. Koertzen surpassed legendary umpire David Shepard’s record of 172 ODIs after the 2007 Cricket World Cup between West Indies and England and went on to officiate a record 209 ODIs. He was accused of several controversial decisions, including continuing the 2007 ODI World Cup final between Sri Lanka and Australia in the dark due to a misinterpretation of the laws of cricket, which led to an ICC investigation. Due to this, it is notable that he was not given any assignment in his maiden ICC T20 World Cup held in his country in 2007. Rudy Kirsten, who has become a household name among world cricket referees, has worked as an international referee for 18 years.
Political Crisis in Sri Lanka-Mahinda and Basil are no longer allowed to go abroad due to the case against those who ruined the economy
The Supreme Court ordered today to further extend the order imposed on former Finance Ministers Mahinda Rajapaksa and Basil Rajapaksa from going abroad without the permission of the court until September 5th. The order was issued by the five-member Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice Jayantha Jayasuriya after considering two basic rights petitions filed asking the government to issue an order to investigate the people responsible for the current economic crisis. The Supreme Court informed yesterday (10) that the prohibition order issued to former Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and former Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa from going abroad without the permission of the court will be further extended until the 5th of September.
Economic Crisis in Sri Lanka-New steps are taken to decrease underworld activities and drug trafficking
The Ministry of Public Security says that steps have been taken to strengthen operations to combat underworld activities and drug trafficking. Its secretary Mr S Hettiarachchi mentioned that due to the recent protests in the country and the need to deploy police and special task force officers to guard fuel queues, the focus on suppressing underworld activities has decreased. However, he said that since the situation is pacifying, special task force officers have been deployed in groups for the relevant operations. Accordingly, some firearms used in murders and crimes have been taken into custody by the Special Task Force soldiers. The secretary stated that some of the killings that took place in the last few weeks were caused by grudges between several underworld groups and drug trafficking.
Political Crisis in Sri Lanka-A group of ambassadors from European Union countries have met President
A group of ambassadors from European Union countries have met President Ranil Wickremesinghe. In this regard, the European Union, which is issuing a Twitter message, says that its Union is presenting itself as a partner of Sri Lanka during this challenging period. The European Union thereby points out that the protection of civil and human rights, as well as the right to freedom of expression and protest above all, are extremely important. They said they agree that joint action is needed to bring Sri Lanka back on track. The European Union noted that the European Union encouraged the President to pay special attention to three of the current actions on foreign affairs. Accordingly, it is further stated in the tweet issued by the European Union that it hopes that the government will take a firm step to make the processes of GSP+, IMF and Human Rights Council successful.
We can come anytime and take over any building..- Protest Leader Wasantha Mudalige
Wasantha Mudalige, the convener of the Inter-University Student Council and a leader of the Galle Face protest, states that the Galle Face protesters will withdraw only from the Galle Face ground. He also says that even if they leave Galle Face ground, they will come anytime to acquire any building. He said that he is ready to come at any time with the people for that purpose. He made these comments while addressing a press conference on the withdrawal of the protesters from Galle Face Square.
Economic Crisis in Sri Lanka-12 projects supported by Japan have been suspended due to Sri Lanka’s inability to pay its debts
12 projects supported by Japan have been suspended due to Sri Lanka’s inability to pay its debts due to the declaration of bankruptcy. The Minister of Ports, Navigation and Aviation Mr Nimal Siripala de Silva revealed this in Parliament. ” Especially the JICA organization came and met me and handed over a letter. Japan has declared that our country is bankrupt and we cannot pay our debts, so until the IMF comes and makes a road map on this matter, not only this Taisei project but 12 projects supported by Japan and JICA have been suspended. . Suspended does not mean cancelled. It has been temporarily stopped. According to the measures taken by the IMF organization regarding the restructuring of this debt with us, they will give us that money again.” He said
The Sri Lanka Anti-Doping Agency has decided to impose a 4-year ban on Sri Lankan champion Himasha Eshan
The Sri Lanka Anti-Doping Agency has decided to impose a 4-year ban on Sri Lankan champion Himasha Eshan. The Sri Lanka Anti-Doping Agency says that this ban was imposed on him after he was found guilty of being in possession of banned stimulants and the ban will be effective from October 26 last year to October 25, 2025. Himasha has 14 days to file an appeal against this punishment
Customs tightens rules for items brought through Katunayake after encountering gold consignments
Customs officials arrested a Sri Lankan married couple who were illegally bringing a stock of jewellery worth around one crore and twenty lakh rupees to Sri Lanka yesterday evening (9) at the arrival terminal of Katunayake Airport. The 35-year-old married couple, residents of Wellampitiya, had arrived at Katunayake Airport from Muscat, Oman. It is reported that this stock of jewellery was hidden between the clothes they were wearing. Following this incident, passengers are requested to avoid bringing prohibited and restricted items in their luggage. The Director General of Customs issued a statement and said that action will be taken against the passengers who bring such goods despite the customs instructions as per the provisions of the Customs Ordinance and the Import and Export Control Act. According to the report, a couple who were illegally bringing 50,000 foreign cigarettes worth 40 lakh rupees into Sri Lanka was arrested by the customs today at the Katunayake airport. In the notice issued by the Director General of Customs, it was also informed that such goods brought through the airport or through various institutions that import goods will be confiscated and fined.
A person has been killed in an attack in Katunayake
A person has been killed in an attack in Katunayake, Kahalapitiya area. The police said that the person injured in the attack died after being admitted to the Minuwangoda hospital. The deceased is a 58-year-old resident of Kahalapitiya area. The assault took place as a result of a personal dispute between the deceased and the assailant. The police said that the suspect had fled the area