In the resolution adopted on Thursday, the EU Parliament called on the EU Commission to consider “temporary withdrawal” of Sri Lanka’s preferential access to European markets, which cuts trade tariffs significantly for Sri Lankan exports, including apparel, ceramic and rubber. Anyone who is detained under this terrorism act should be judged fairly. Noting the militarisation of civilian governmental, the EU parliament highlighted the reversal of important constitutional safeguards, political obstruction of accountability, exclusionary rhetoric, intimidation of civil society, and the use of anti-terrorism laws. Earlier in March, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet called on member states to consider targeted sanctions against Sri Lankan Government officials. (ANI)-AgenciesEuropean Parliament resolution of 10 June 2021 - TEXTS ADOPTED by Adaderana Online on Scribd

Police in Italy are hunting the relatives of a Pakistani girl who they think was strangled to death and buried in a shallow grave in a so-called honour killing. The whereabouts of Hasnain - who prosecutors say masterminded the killing - and Nomanulhaq are unknown. Saman fled the family home after an argument and since October had been living in a refuge run by social services, fearing for her safety. That is the date on which uncle Hasnain is alleged to have bought plane tickets for her parents to fly back to Pakistan, prosecutors say. The family then left home - Shabbas and Nazia for Pakistan, ostensibly to visit a sick relative, while Ijaz headed into Europe.

In spite of this current geographical advantage, Round Island has employed 24-hour on-duty staff at its farms to continue to monitor both the water and the condition of its fish for even the slightest anomalies; having to date observed none. Residual testing of fish stocks are being conducted each week, and additional testing of waters around its farms to monitor quality parameters have been put in place as a long-term safeguard. Round Island is also working closely with marine agencies such as the National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency (NARA) for knowledge-sharing initiatives as well as to gain insight on any changes to the marine environment on the east coast of Sri Lanka. Round Island remains confident of the aquatic conditions on the east coast of Sri Lanka, and are committed to providing transparency and accountability to all of its partners, stakeholders, and consumers when it comes to delivering on fresh and wholesome seafood. All Round Island products continue to be available at select supermarket chains, through its delivery partners UberEats and PickMe, and for direct order through its website (www.roundisland.lk).

2021 Jun 11Because fewer people started university in 2020, applications to the most selective US universities increased by upwards of 30% this year, meaning acceptance rates dropped significantly, particularly for international students seeking aid. There are 5 need-blind universities in the US for international students. This means that asking for aid will not make it harder to get in, as it would with need-aware colleges. That being said, each of these, Amherst, Harvard, MIT, Princeton and Yale have incredibly low acceptance rates. I am sure our past students at top colleges would be happy to help anyone who reached out to them.

The social factors influencing the occurrence of child labor should be eliminated, stated the Minister of Labor. Nimal Siripala de Silva, Minister of Labor says that the main social factor influencing the emergence of child labor in the world as well as in our country is the economic background of those families. The winners of the Child Labor Eradication Scout Medal Creating Competition organized by the Sri Lanka Scout Association for the three age groups were also made public. Speaking further the Minister said that a special census will be conducted this year on the use of child labor in the country. Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva stated that there is a very low level of recruitment and that the country should further develop that situation and take action to eradicate child labor in this country.

Mulliyaweli Police have arrested a man who had entered Sri Lanka illegally from India by sea. Police Media Spokesman, DIG Ajith Rohana stated that the suspect was arrested in the Mulliyaweli area on a tip off received by the Sri Lanka Army Intelligence. The man had left the Katunayake airport for Chennai, India in 2009, the police spokesman said. The man, who later lived in Nagapattinam, India, had entered Sri Lanka illegally on March 12, 2021 by sea. The suspect had been in hiding for about two and a half months, after which he was arrested by the police on intelligence information.

The Health Trade Union Confederation has decided to withdraw from all health services from 7 am to 12 noon today (11). Many trade unions including the Medical Laboratory Professionals Association, Government Nurses Association, Sri Lanka Public Health Inspectors Association and Sri Lanka Family Health Service Officers Association are to take part in the strike. Saman Rathnapriya, President of the Government Nurses’ Association stated that despite the trade union action today, emergency and essential services are being provided to those affected by Covid. Meanwhile, Divisional Secretaries, Grama Niladharis, Samurdhi Officers and Development Officers stated yesterday (10) that they will withdraw from supporting the Covid control vaccination program in the Colombo District.

Isolation orders previously issued on 26 Grama Niladhari divisions and areas in 07 districts were lifted with effect from 4.00 am this morning (June 11), the Head of National Operation Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO) and Army Commander General Shavendra Silva announced. Thereby, the following localities will no longer be under isolation orders:Monaragala DistrictSevanagala police area• Kiriwewa GN Division• Sevanagala GN Division• Bahirawa GN Division• Habarattawela GN Division• Habarugala GN Division• Mahagama GN Division• Indikolapelessa GN DivisionHambantota DistrictAngunukolapelessa police area• Rote GN DivisionTrincomalee DistrictKinniya police area• Kurinchakerny GN Division• Munachchenai GN DivisionNuwara-Eliya DistrictLindula police area• St. Coombs EstateBatticaloa DistrictKattankudy police area• Nochimunai GN DivisionKalutara DistrictPanadura South police area• Vijitha Mawatha of Nagoda South GN DivisionGampaha DistrictWeliweriya police area• Etikehelgalla GN DivisionMahabage police area• Elapitawala Nawam Mahara VillageWattala police area• Athkam Housing Scheme• Alwis Place• National Housing Scheme• Koktain Road• Alwiswatta Village of Kurundugahahena GN Division• Paranawatta GN Division• 44th Lane of Kunjagahawatta GN DivisionDivulapitiya police area• Palugahawela GN DivisionDungalpitiya police area• Sebastian Road towards Debadiya Road in Kepungoda GN Division• Pitipana Lellama (Pitipana North) GN DivisionKadawatha police area• Ranavirua Dharmasiri MawathaRevised Isolation Orders 2021-06-11 by Adaderana Online on Scribd

Sea areas:Showers or thundershowers will occur at a few places in the sea areas extending from Puttalam to Hambantota via Colombo, Galle and Matara. Mainly fair weather will prevail in the other sea areas. Winds will be south-westerly in the sea areas around the island. The sea areas extending from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota and from Negombo to Kankesanturai via Puttalam and Mannar will be rough at times. The other sea areas around the island can be fairly rough at times.

Another batch of Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine, developed by Moscow-based Gamaleya Research Institute, has arrived on the island early this morning (June 11). Sri Lanka accordingly received 15,000 second doses & 50,000 first doses of the Russia-made jab, State Minister of Production, Supply and Regulation of Pharmaceuticals Prof. Channa Jayasumana said. According to the state minister, the first doses of the new batch of Sputnik V vaccine are expected to be rolled out in the Kandy District. Prior to the delivery of this consignment, Russia had sent two stocks of Sputnik V jabs this year. The first batch containing 50,000 doses arrived in March and the second batch consisting of 50,000 doses reached the island in May.

Aponsu, a left-arm orthodox spinner who plays for Ragama Cricket Club, played in nine ODIs and three T20Is for Sri Lanka, during 2016-18, taking 14 wickets at 32.57. Our back-page lead story revealing “A large-scale player exodus” on 17 February 2021“A lot of players will soon go to America. There is no strong future that is assured for us here in Sri Lanka. There are no series for Sri Lanka (in the second-level sides) in near future. We can at least try to play for the USA,” the above player explained then.

Boris Johnson and Joe Biden today agreed a new grandiose 'Atlantic Charter' setting out their joint vision for the world's recovery from the coronavirus crisis and future prosperity. The original charter was hammered out by Winston Churchill and Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1941 and acted as a guiding blueprint for life after the Second World War. Mr Johnson said that Churchill and Roosevelt had faced the question of how to rebuild after a 'devastating' global conflict. The original charter is viewed as historically significant because it solidified the US-UK relationship as allies. The major focus of Mr Johnson and Mr Biden's new charter is defeating the coronavirus crisis and preventing further global health crises.

* Kiwis take upper hand in second TestThe England vs. New Zealand second Test began yesterday (10) at Edgbaston with the visitors taking three quick wickets with Matt Henry snaring two wickets and Neil Wagner one. Their second Test will be held from 18 June at the same venue before their five-match T20Is series begins in St. George’s, Grenada on the 26th. 33) upset Greece’s Maria Sakkari (17) 7-5, 4-6, 9-7 in the second semi last evening in Paris. Paul, 36, became the first player to rack up three play-off games with 15 assists and no turnovers. An emphatic win gave the Suns a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven Western Conference semi-finals series.

Sanja Djurdjevic will miss her team’s next two gamesA Serbian volleyball player has been banned for two matches after making a racist gesture during a game against Thailand last week. The BBC reported yesterday (9) that Sanja Djurdjevic was pictured on camera narrowing her eyes with her fingers, causing outrage from fans online. The player has since apologised along with the Volleyball Federation of Serbia, who described the incident as a “simple misunderstanding”. Unfortunate gestureTV footage showing Djurdjevic making the alleged ‘racist eye gesture’According to Vice, Djurdjevic apologised in a series of posts on her Instagram account before it was set to private. The Volleyball Federation of Serbia also published an apology, saying that it was “saddened by the recent events” and “the unfortunate gesture”.

Djokovic’s victory over Berrettini last night was the one and only night-session match to have fans at this year’s tournament – until they were turfed out at 11 p.m. local timeWhy did the fans have to leave? The rules had been loosened on Wednesday, allowing more fans – up to 5,000 – to watch on Chatrier than previously throughout the tournament. “I didn’t mind actually leaving the court because I felt like I needed a little bit of a break and reset,” said Djokovic. Victory ensures Djokovic will renew his enduring rivalry with Nadal, who is aiming for a record-extending 14th title at Roland Garros. Djokovic, 34, is two behind Nadal and Federer after winning his 18th Grand Slam at the Australian Open in February.