Government Allocates Record-High Budget for Capital Expenditure

• Several decisions by the government to facilitate investors• A nation cannot progress without a transformative shift in public attitudes.• Economic resources and opportunities must be introduced at the village level.• Plans to prepare Sri Lanka for a transformation in Southeast Asia• Moving from an individual-targeted aid approach to a community empowerment model• Companies unable to provide a daily wage …

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Johann Peries – first Sri Lankan to summit tallest mountain in Antarctica

Johann Peries summits the tallest mountain in Antarctica – Mount Vinson – at 4,892 metres, to become the first Sri Lankan to achieve the feat, sources said. In 2018, Johann Peries made history as the second Sri Lankan to summit Mount Everest, a monumental achievement that solidified his place in the country’s mountaineering legacy. His extraordinary journey continued as he …

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Four SL Cricketers Named in ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year 2024

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially announced its 2024 ODI Team of the Year, and Sri Lanka has emerged as a dominant force, with four players making the prestigious list. Charith Asalanka, the Sri Lankan captain, has been appointed as the leader of the squad. Asalanka, who has been in exceptional form, will captain a team that also includes …

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Google rolls out new theft protection feature

If you’re an Android user concerned about losing your smartphone, there’s some good news for you! Google is rolling out an enhanced theft protection feature known as Identity Check. Initially available on Pixel and Samsung Galaxy devices, this feature will soon expand to other smartphones as well. It aims to protect both your smartphone and its data from theft. How …

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Drinking tea and coffee in paper cups is good or bad for health

People believe that disposable paper cups are good for health. But doctors have an opposite opinion. Experts believe many types of chemicals and plastics are used to make paper cups, which are very dangerous for our health. In this regard, we talked to Dr. Amit Upadhyay, Senior Consultant Hematologist and Oncologist at PSRI Hospital, New Delhi. The doctor is telling …

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Proposal to standardise marriage age in Sri Lanka

President of the Women Parliamentarians’ Forum, Saroja Savithri said there is a need to prepare amendments to establish a uniform age limit for marriage under the various marriage laws currently in force in Sri Lanka. Saroja Savithri raised this topic during a meeting held in Parliament. The meeting was attended by the Forum’s Deputy Co-Chairpersons, Member of Parliament and Attorney-at-Law …

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Ensuring Food Security, a Key Policy of the Current Government

Government Prioritizes Comprehensive Data System to Guarantee Food SecurityEnsuring Rice Availability for Consumption and Essential Industries such as poultry, egg production and beer manufacturing To address policy decisions related to ensuring food security, the Food Policy and Security Committee, chaired by Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation K.D. Lal Kantha, along with Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and …

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A country cannot progress through laws and regulations alone

President Anura Kumara Disanayake emphasized that a country cannot progress solely through laws and regulations and highlighted that tradition is a vital component of a nation. President Disanayake emphasized that Sri Lanka has accomplished a remarkable mission through the traditions built on Buddhism and that it is the responsibility of everyone to safeguard these Buddhist traditions and pass them down …

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New warning for smartphone users

A new warning has been issued for smartphone users regarding the dangers of downloading certain apps. Users are being advised to avoid particular applications that can steal personal information and send it to hackers, potentially leading to significant fraud. This caution applies to both Android and iPhone users. The troublesome apps may appear legitimate, but once they’re downloaded, they request …

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