Give a little bit
The Covid-19 pandemic served as a grim reminder of many things. Generosity is not at all new to Sri Lankans. Sharing the little we have is a basic quality most Sri Lankans teach their offspring. In fact, in addition to our hospitality, generosity is one of the most notable qualities that most foreigners who have visited Sri Lanka say about its people. The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has also acknowledged that the informal was severely affected during the lockdown.
Source:The Nation
September 05, 2021 18:00 UTC
Extending lockdown useless if not done scientifically: Kumudesh
By Dinitha RathnayakeExtending lockdown will be useless unless done scientifically, according to College of Medical Laboratory Science President Ravi Kumudesh. Every day, the number of PCR tests is getting lower and lower. Meanwhile, the Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) has recommended that the Government extend the lockdown for a further period, considering the number of human lives at risk. The Inter-Medical College Committee, in association with the SLMA, has recommended that the closure could save 10,000 lives by 2 October. In addition, the SLMA recommends the delivery of a “booster” dose to boost the immune system of immunocompromised individuals.
Source:The Nation
September 05, 2021 18:00 UTC
T-Mobile buyer’s guide: Internet plans and more
No matter where you live, there’s a good chance you can tap into a T-Mobile internet plan. See also: Our guide to T-Mobile’s plans, perks, and moreWe’ll walk you through the types of internet plans that T-Mobile has to offer, as well as their best uses. Mobile Hotspot (Pre-paid and Post-paid)Home Internet PriceMobile Hotspot (Pre-paid and Post-paid) :Home Internet :$50 per month with autopaySpeedsMobile Hotspot (Pre-paid and Post-paid) :Home Internet :T-Mobile plan requirementMobile Hotspot (Pre-paid and Post-paid) :Home Internet :PerksMobile Hotspot (Pre-paid and Post-paid) :Home Internet :Best useMobile Hotspot (Pre-paid and Post-paid) :Home Internet :LimitationsMobile Hotspot (Pre-paid and Post-paid) :Home Internet :Mobile hotspot The easiest way to take T-Mobile’s high-speed internet anywhere you go is with a hotspot plan. However, you may see your speeds drop during times of high congestion, and T-Mobile prepaid plans stream at 480p. AT&T Fixed Wireless: Big Blue is again a competitor, offering 350GB of fixed wireless data for $59 per month.
Source:The Nation
September 05, 2021 17:03 UTC
Prince Charles' closest aide Michael Fawcett spotted outside his London home amid donor claims
Mr Fawcett was earlier spotted walking his dog outside his London home after last night stepping down as chief executive of The Prince’s Foundation. Mr Fawcett was earlier spotted walking his dog outside his London home after last night stepping down as chief executive of The Prince’s Foundation. Mr Wynne-Parker, then a Trustee of the Mahfouz Foundation, was photographed at the event shaking hands with Prince Charles. Standing in the grand entrance hall of Dumfries House, Prince Charles warmly clasped the hand of veteran fundraiser Michael Wynne-Parker (pictured above). The Mail on Sundays’ devastating revelations about Prince Charles and his advisers, including right-hand man Michael Fawcett, will come as a shock to many.
Source:The Nation
September 05, 2021 11:03 UTC
Manchester United 'expected to announced Ed Woodward's replacement within weeks'
By Alex Bowmer For MailonlinePublished: 06:03 EDT, 5 September 2021 | Updated: 08:06 EDT, 5 September 2021Manchester United are reportedly close to unveiling a successor to outgoing chief executive Ed Woodward. Following the debacle, Woodward announced that he would leave his current role at the end of the year, with his replacement expected to be Richard Arnold, according to Sky News. If Arnold is successful, he is likely to take on the title of chief executive rather than Woodward's official title of executive vice-chairman. However, we fully accept that the Super League was not the right way to go about it,' Mr Glazer said. United's trophy was their 2017 Europa League triumph, making this their longest drought for more than 30 years.
Source:The Nation
September 05, 2021 10:30 UTC
Total COVID-19 recoveries up by 2,081
September 5, 2021 03:26 pmA total of 2,081 more COVID-19 patients were discharged from hospitals and treatment centres as they have recovered from the virus infection, the Ministry of Health said today. This brings the total number of recoveries reported in the country to 384,557. Sri Lanka has confirmed as many as 459,459 cases of COVID-19 to date. According to official data, more than 64,000 virus-infected patients are currently under medical care. Meanwhile, the death from novel coronavirus now stands at 9,951.
Source:The Nation
September 05, 2021 09:56 UTC
Gazette declaring MRP for oximeters issued
COLOMBO (News 1st): A gazette notification has been issued today (5), setting a maximum retail price of Rs. 3,000 per oximeter. The recent demand for oximeters had increased with the rise of COVID-19 cases in the country. The Minister of Health, Keheliya Rambukwella has issued the relevant gazette notification under the Section 142 of the National Drug Regulatory Authority Act No.
Source:The Nation
September 05, 2021 08:37 UTC
Vaccination drive not conducted to gain political mileage: Namal
Minister Namal Rajapaksa has reassured that the national vaccination drive is not conducted to gain political mileage, and neither is it based on language or religion. He made these statements while speaking to the media yesterday (04). Minister Namal further explained that the Ministry of Health decides on which district vaccines are delivered to, the number of vaccines delivered and which brand of vaccine is administered. “In recent weeks vaccines were provided in Mannar and Kandy. In Hambantota, that relevant brand of vaccine is being administered.
Source:The Nation
September 05, 2021 08:03 UTC
Navy seizes Kerala cannabis worth more than Rs. 68 million street value in northern seas
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka Navy managed to recover a stock of Kerala cannabis weighing about 227kg and 400g (including packages), during a special operation carried out in seas off Aliyaweli, Vettalakeni this morning (5th September 2021). Having spotted a suspicious dinghy heading ashore from Aliyaweli sea area, the Northern Naval Command launched this special operation this morning (5th September) deploying the Inshore Patrol Craft P166 attached to the command. The operation led to the recovery of an abandoned stock of Kerala cannabis in a dinghy at the beach. The consignment full of give sacks left behind by smugglers as a result of the naval operation, included Kerala cannabis weighing around 227kg and 400g (including packages), contained in 100 packages. It is believed that the gross street value of the stock of Kerala cannabis seized by the Navy is over Rs.
Source:The Nation
September 05, 2021 08:03 UTC
Economic emergency to squash food hoardings
Economic emergency to squash food hoardings Opposition expresses fears of ‘Govt acting in bad faith’ View(s): View(s):On Monday, by midnight gazette, the President invoked the provisions of the Public Security Ordinance, effectively placing the country under a state of emergency. The proclamation stated that this was being done to ensure the supply of essential food. Accordingly, in terms of Section 5, imposing Part II of the Ordinance took effect throughout Sri Lanka from thenceforth. And, armed with the new emergency powers, the crackdown on hoarders has begun in earnest. “After hearing the song,” Yohani says, “I did a small Tik-Tok of it.
Source:Sunday Times
September 05, 2021 00:45 UTC
Malan, Shamsi script easy Proteas win to level series
Malan, Shamsi script easy Proteas win to level series cricket View(s): View(s):Adominant South African batting performance allowed them to level the series 1-1 with Sri Lanka with a crushing 67-run win on DL method, in a rain curtailed second ODI played at the R Premadasa Stadium last night. Charith Asalanka and skipper Dasun Shanaka (30) kept Sri Lanka in the hunt briefly and were 114 for 4 in the 25th over when rain stopped play. Asalanka continued his good form with the bat scoring a career-best 77 runs–his third half century but that wasn’t enough to take Sri Lanka over the line. Tabraiz Shamsi was the pick of the bowler taking his maiden 5 wicket haul for 49 runs to leave Sri Lanka reeling. Sri Lanka, eyeing their first series win over South Africa in eight years, cannot be too proud of their performance with the ball as South Africa negated the spin threat well.
Source:Sunday Times
September 05, 2021 00:45 UTC
Good food for the rich
I don’t think there is anyone who would refuse to consume chemical-free food; we all like to switch from chemical-laced food to organic food, and there is no dispute about it. It is in this context that we have decided to make an abrupt change from chemical fertiliser usage to organic fertiliser usage. Poverty and inequalityAt the end of the day, we have chemical-free “good food” for domestic consumption; it’s a good thing! As a nation, it is not unwise to anticipate food shortages and increase in food prices; I must say that Sri Lanka has been a country with high food prices in the region. Therefore, there will be “good food” for the rich who can afford to it, but not so easily for the poor.
Source:Sunday Times
September 05, 2021 00:45 UTC
Human rights commitments being implemented: Govt.
Human rights commitments being implemented: Govt. Peiris this week handed over to UN Head in Sri Lanka Haana Singer-Hamdy the first copy of a 13-page response to obviate criticism over non-implementation of key elements in the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) Resolution passed early this year. “Notwithstanding the pandemic, Sri Lanka is determined and has made substantial progress on human rights issues through domestic processes and mechanisms,” the note says. The 48th Human Rights Council sessions begin on September 13 with an oral update by Human Rights High Commissioner Michele Bachelet on three countries including Sri Lanka. She is due to reinforce issues in Sri Lanka relating to human rights, rule of law, freedom and democracy.
Source:Sunday Times
September 05, 2021 00:45 UTC
Cabraal pushes for pension with arrears for all Central Bank governors
Cabraal pushes for pension with arrears for all Central Bank governors By Namini Wijedasa View(s): View(s):The Monetary Board (MB) has approved pensions with arrears for several former and the incumbent Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka irrespective of the lengths of their tenures, the Sunday Times learns. The MB’s decision follows requests from Ajith Nivard Cabraal, State Minister of Finance, Capital Markets and State Enterprise Reforms. He was CBSL Governor from July 2006 to January 2015. Until 1998, all CBSL employees including Governors and State Bank workers were eligible for pensions similar to other public officials. However, Mr Cabraal in 2015 sent a request to Governor Coomaraswamy asking to also include Governors in the new scheme.
Source:Sunday Times
September 05, 2021 00:45 UTC
Four South Asian countries jointly write to FIFA
Four South Asian countries jointly write to FIFA football View(s): View(s):Four South Asian nations, namely Bangladesh, Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka, have joined hands in support of proposals to review the international match calendar, while the global governing body of football, FIFA, too has acknowledged its support to the notion. “Four-year gaps between FIFA World Cup is too great – and the window of opportunity too small – to preclude whole generations of talent. Less than a quarter of current AFC (Asian) member associations have been represented in almost a century of FIFA World Cup finals in a situation where these tournaments are the real drivers of development,” the press release stated. players and traditional of leagues and competitions in Europe, but football is a truly global sport, and Asia is an equal shareholder in that,” acknowledging the concerns raised by the four nations, FIFA added. “Our aspiring players, coaches and officials should have a dream of playing their part in a truly global sport.
Source:Sunday Times
September 05, 2021 00:45 UTC