July 9, 2021 by Mihi Perera No CommentsIn the past day, 266 people have been arrested for violating quarantine laws. Police said they were arrested for not wearing masks and not keeping distance. So far 48,808 people have been arrested for violating quarantine laws. Police also said that 205 persons who were attempting to cross the border violating active travel restrictions were diverted.
By Aazam AmeenAfter yesterday’s (08) conclusion of Supreme Court proceedings which heard the case of the Fundamental Rights (FR) petition requesting the release of Parliamentarian and Leader of the All Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC) Rishad Bathiudeen, who is currently being detained by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), The Morning learnt that his detention order may be converted into a restraining order. Speaking to The Morning, Bathiudeen’s lawyer Rushdie Habeeb stated that a request to convert the detention order into a restraining order is being considered by the Attorney General. Further, Habeeb explained that if the same is approved, Bathiudeen will be able to remain at home and move around within the geographical limits of the order. However, when The Morning asked Habeeb if international eyes were watching over the Court’s proceedings, he stated that no such observer was present. We are not aware of the reply given to the IPU by the Supreme Court Registrar in this regard,” Habeeb said.
Basil Rajapaksa, Minister of Finance says that if there are any shortcomings in the decisions taken by the government so far, it will be rectified and the country will be rebuilt. After assuming duties as the new Minister, the Minister went to pay homage to the Bellanwila Temple and expressed his views to the media. The Minister of Finance Basil Rajapaksa who visited the Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya first called on the Chief Incumbent. It was only after that that, the Minister received blessings by participating in religious ceremonies. Speaking to the media following the ceremony, Basil Rajapaksa said that he will strive to provide relief for the people and that the President will take a decision based on the overall economy.
The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) instructed Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation to summon Litro Gas Lanka Limited and Litro Gas Terminal Lanka (Pvt) Ltd before the committee and to conduct a government audit. The COPE Chairman stated that Litro Gas Lanka Limited and Litro Gas Terminal Lanka (Pvt) Ltd have gone to court claiming that they cannot be audited by the government, especially under the 20th Amendment to the Constitution. Stressing that Litro Gas Lanka Limited and Litro Gas Terminal Lanka (Pvt) Ltd should be summoned before the COPE, the committee instructed Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation to expedite the summoning. He pointed out that since the Sri Lanka Insurance could not provide an answer on behalf of those institutions without calling them, necessary action should be taken. The officials of Sri Lanka Insurance further stated that although they were responsible for the shares of Litro Limited, they were not responsible for the administration of Litro Limited and would sell the shares if they incurred a loss.
A heavily armed commando unit that assassinated Haitian President Jovenel Moïse this week comprised 26 Colombians and two Haitian Americans, authorities said on Thursday, as the hunt went on for the masterminds of the brazen killing. “Foreigners came to our country to kill the president,” Charles said, noting there were 26 Colombians and two Haitian Americans. He revealed that 15 of the Colombians were captured, as were the Haitian Americans. Still, interim Prime Minister Claude Joseph said on Thursday it was time for the economy to reopen and that he had given instructions for the airport to restart operations. Henry - considered more favorably by the opposition - told Haitian newspaper Le Nouvelliste that he did not consider Joseph the legitimate prime minister and he should revert to the role of foreign minister.
Minister Gammanpila pointed out that the Presidential Media Division (PMD) in a statement dated June 13 set the record straight. “Those who had publicly criticised me for announcing the fuel price hike are aware of the circumstances leading to the June 11 announcement. Both the President and the Prime Minister endorsed the decision,” Minister Gammanpila said, adding that problems couldn’t be addressed through rhetoric. The lawyer explained that the Cost of Living Committee decided on the fuel price hike in the wake of Central Bank issuing a dire warning on the national economy. Referring to high profile SJB’s vehicle protest outside the parliament to highlight their demand to reduce fuel prices, Minister Gammanpila said the same lot called for IMF intervention to save the economy.
Basil Rajapaksa took oaths as the Finance Minister while PM Rajapaksa was sworn-in as minister of economic policies and planning before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential Secretariat. Jayantha Ketagoda, one of the SLPP’s 17 National List members resigned for Basil Rajapaksa to enter parliament. Having taken oaths as the finance minister, Basil Rajapaksa then took oaths before Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena as a member of parliament. One-time SLFP National Organizer and dual citizen Basil Rajapaksa was away in the US at the time of the 2015 general election. With Basil Rajapaksa’s entry the cabinet has been expanded to 28.
Only 34 per cent of people felt that 'Britain is an exceptional country', while more than a fifth of respondents believe Britain has 'failed its people'. Businesses have certainly played a negative part by cowering before the woke campaigners instead of concentrating on their commercial role. Only 34 per cent of people felt that 'Britain is an exceptional country', while more than a fifth of respondents believe Britain has 'failed its people'. Labour's recent history goes: loss, loss, loss, loss, Blair, Blair, Blair, loss, loss, loss, loss.' Frank Luntz has himself played a pivotal part in British politics — and never more so than during the Tory leadership contest of 2005.
By Mary Kekatos Acting U.S. Health Editor For Dailymail.ComPublished: 17:23 EDT, 8 July 2021 | Updated: 17:51 EDT, 8 July 2021Pfizer Inc and its German partner BioNTech announced on Thursday that a booster shot of their COVID-19 vaccine extends protection against the virus. What's more, the companies say they are planning to tweak the booster shot to target the Indian 'Delta' variant directly as it continues to spread across the U.S. Pfizer Inc and its German partner BioNTech says their COVID-19 booster shot extends protection against the disease (file image)The companies said they believe their booster shot has the potential to offer the 'highest levels' of protection against all variants, including the Delta variant. Data showed that the vaccine still offered significant protection against severe disease, but that efficacy against symptomatic disease declined due to variants. The company said it is currently working on clinical trial materials for a booster shot to target the variant with plans to begin studies in August.
July 9, 2021 by Revatha No CommentsSri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on Wednesday (7) announced the appointment of a five-member panel to inquire into the alleged misconduct of three players, Kusal Mendis, Dhanushka Gunathilaka, and Niroshan Dickwella, during the previous England series. The panel includes: Justice Nimal Dissanayaka and attorneys-at-law Panduka Keerthinanda, Asela Rekawa and Uchitha Wickremasinghe, and Maj. Gen. The three players have been suspended from all forms of cricket until completion of the proposed inquiry.
July 9, 2021 by Revatha No CommentsSri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced on Wednesday (7) that 29 players out of the 30, who had been nominated by the national selectors for the consideration of picking up the squad for the forthcoming India white-ball series, signed tour contract for the India series. “Angelo Mathews who was included in the respective 30-member squad requested SLC to relieve him from national duties owing to personal reasons until further notice,” the above SLC announcement further added.
1877 – The All England Croquet and Lawn Tennis Club begins its first lawn tennis tournament at Wimbledon, outside of London. A fine opening bat and the most outstanding wicket-keeper of her generation, Betty Snowball also played squash and lacrosse at the international level. He was acquitted in a high-profile criminal trial, though he was found liable for their deaths in civil court. Nobody has scored more runs in boundaries in a Test innings than Edrich did in this 310 not out against New Zealand at Headingley. In Dunedin late that year, he took nine catches in a Test against Sri Lanka, becoming the third keeper, to do so on two occasions
After taking the lead early in the game, Argentina held back and parked the bus without sealing off the match. Out of their 111 meet-ups, Brazil have won 46, while Argentina have only won 40, with 25 drawn matches. During the last ten meet-ups, Brazil have won five while Argentina won four with one drawn game. Key players for both sidesFor obvious reasons, both Lionel Messi and Neymar will hold the key for either side. Despite all accolades, Lionel Messi is yet to lift a trophy in national colours.
Unacademy, which is considered India’s largest learning platform with a network of over 50,000 registered educators and over 49 million learners, will be the main title sponsor of the ODI series between India and Sri Lanka, which starts in Colombo on 13 July. Chief Marketing Officer, Unacademy Karan Shroff said: “Becoming the title sponsor of the Sri Lanka vs. India ODI Series enables us to make a positive impact among young viewers of the game, and we’re excited to be a part of the series.”Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) CEO Ashley de Silva said: “(The series) will be a major inspiration for the younger generation … to get inspired for bigger things in life.”
July 9, 2021 by Revatha No CommentsThis is Dwayne (DJ) Bravo’s amazing birthday wish to Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Wednesday (7). “Happy birthday to MY Captain. All this while, we thought DJ Bravo’s Captains were Kraigg Brathwaite (in Tests) and Kieron Pollard (in limited-overs). ‘Undermining’ his own national Captains, see the manner in which this DJ is hailing his Indian Premier League (IPL) Captain, Dhoni. Money talks, money walks, and money plays cricket too!
