Over 9,000 cybercrime complaints within two months – SLCERT

Over 9,000 incidents related to cybercrime activities have been reported between August and September this year, the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (SLCERT) said. SLCERT engineer Charuka Damunupola told that there has been a significant increase in cybercriminal activities, noting that more than 9,000 complaints have been filed recently. 80% of these cases involve social media platforms, thus highlighting …

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ADB Delegation Meets President, Pledges Continued Support for Sri Lanka’s Economic Development

The Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Resident Mission in Sri Lanka, Takafumi Kadono, along with a delegation, met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today (07) at the Presidential Secretariat. The discussions focused on ADB’s ongoing commitment to support Sri Lanka’s economic and social development. During the meeting, the ADB reaffirmed its dedication to continuing its projects in …

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Sri Lanka Secures USD 200 Million from World Bank’s IDA for Second Phase of RESET Program

The International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Group (WBG) has approved a USD 200 million financing package to support the second phase of Sri Lanka’s Resilience, Stability, and Economic Turnaround (RESET) Development Policy Financing (DPF) program. The agreement was signed today (07) by K.M. Mahinda Siriwardana, Secretary to the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, Policy Formulation, Planning, and …

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Colombo international school female student falls to death from Lotus Tower

A female student (15 Years) from Colombo International School (CIS) fell to her death from the observation deck of the Lotus Tower this afternoon, Colombo, police said, police said. Police added that a pair of shoes and a school bag were found on the deck. The Colombo Lotus Tower Management Company (Private) Limited confirmed that, according to CCTV footage, the …

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Sanath Jayasuriya named Sri Lanka coach after interim success

Former captain Sanath Jayasuriya has been appointed Sri Lanka’s head coach after a successful period in charge on an interim basis. The 55-year-old former all-rounder took over in July following the departure of ex-England coach Chris Silverwood. Under Jayasuriya, Sri Lanka won the third Test against England at The Oval and beat New Zealand in two Tests last month. He …

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Meta Movie Gen launched to convert Text to Video with Meta’s new AI tool

Meta is continuing its heavy focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), and it is bringing exciting new features to its platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook. In its latest AI-driven innovation update, Meta has unleashed a new tool called ‘Meta Movie Gen’, which promises to revolutionize video creation by converting text into high-quality videos. Meta Movie Gen: A Text-to-Video AI tool …

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WEATHER FORECAST FOR 07 OCTOBER 2024

The Intertropical Convergence Zone (where winds from the Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere converge) is affecting the island’s weather. Showers or thundershowers will occur at most places in the island during the afternoon or night. Heavy showers above 100 mm are likely at some places. Showers or thundershowers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Mannar and Mullaittivu districts …

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Statutory Board meetings temporarily suspended

Prime Minister’s Secretary Pradeep Saputantri announced that steps have been taken to suspend the board meetings of statutory bodies and other government institutions. He stated that the heads of these institutions should refrain from making any administrative decisions during this period. While some boards have already appointed new chairpersons, suitable heads for other boards will be appointed by the relevant …

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Chiefs of Defence Forces Pay Traditional Courtesy Call on President AKD

Following the appointment as the new President, the Chiefs of Defence Forces paid a traditional courtesy call on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today (04) at the Presidential Secretariat. Accordingly, Chief of Defence Staff General Shavendra Silva, Army Commander Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage, Air Force Commander Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa and Navy Commander Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera met with the President …

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Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar Meets President, Reaffirms Support for Sri Lanka

Indian External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, who arrived in Sri Lanka this morning (04) on a one-day official visit, met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon. At the outset, the visiting External Affairs Minister congratulated President Dissanayake on his election and conveyed felicitations from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The discussions focused on furthering cooperation …

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