Near Kalmunai, a town on the east coast of Sri Lanka, sixteen people, including six children, were killed overnight from Friday to Saturday in an assault by the country’s security forces on suspected members of the Islamic State group. The terrorist organization has confirmed to have been targeted. The Islamic State group has confirmed that…
Sri Lanka is on its way to a digital future, thanks to the 5G revolution. This next-gen wireless tech is bringing fast connectivity to everything in life. It’s changing how things work in Sri Lanka, from Colombo’s city life to the quiet countryside. With a focus on Digital Transformation, Sri Lanka aims for quick and…
A landslide is said to have killed around 100 people on Wednesday in southern Sri Lanka. Hopes of finding survivors after a landslide in southern Sri Lanka on Wednesday were slim on Thursday morning, the minister, responsible for managing natural disasters, estimated the death toll at around 100. “I do not think he can stay…
The death toll of the attacks on churches and hotels in Sri Lanka on Sunday 21, which the Islamic State (IS) group claimed, has been lowered to 253 dead The Sri Lankan authorities sharply revised downwards on Thursday April 25 the toll of the Easter attacks : 253 people perished and not 359 as previously…
Reunion police officers on Monday escorted the 60 migrants who had received an eviction notice at the island’s airport. These Sri Lankans arrived on April 13 thinking of landing in New Zealand Half of the 120 Sri Lankan migrants who arrived in Reunion on April 13 were expelled to their country on Monday morning, we…
Biometric Authentication is key for secure identity checks. It uses unique body features for strong security. Ancient civilizations first used these methods. Now, they are essential for secure access control. Today, identity checks need more than just a password. This tech wraps users in a digital safety layer. It helps to keep identity threats away….
For the first time, 18 Sri Lankan migrants arrived in Mayotte on Monday and were refused entry to France, Interior Minister Christophe Castaner said. They were placed in the waiting area. The 18 migrants who arrived on a beach in Mayotte from Sri Lanka on Monday were refused entry into France and were placed in…
The British tour operator TUI will repatriate all its customers staying in Sri Lanka, after the Easter attacks and the threat of new attacks, and cancel all trips sold to this destination. British tour operator TUI announces that it will repatriate all of its customers staying in Sri Lanka after the Easter attacks . He…
Floods and landslides have left at least 24 dead in India and 164 dead in Sri Lanka, according to a new report released on Monday by authorities as a cyclone that originated in the Bay of Bengal is heading towards Bangladesh. According to meteorological services, a depression that originated in the Bay of Bengal intensified…
Six children are among the victims. The night raid took place near Kalmunai, a coastal town mostly populated by Muslims and located in the home province of Islamist Zahran Hashim. The latter is suspected of having organized the bloody Easter attacks. Sixteen people, including six children, were killed overnight from Friday to Saturday in an…
In Sri Lanka, a land famed for its elephants, it might be shocking to learn that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) form the backbone of the economy. They account for 75% of all businesses. During the COVID-19 pandemic, these SMEs showed remarkable resilience and creativity, especially in IT. They face many challenges and opportunities in…
Over five billion people are connected through mobile devices worldwide. Sri Lankan brands are now embracing this digital age. The SLIM Dialog Brand Week 2024 at Waters Edge is a key event for this. It stands as a major meeting point for minds and technology. It’s more than an event. It’s a hub for digital…
This ban on wearing Islamic veils covering the face is taken by the Head of State in the name of “national security”. The measure comes into force on Monday. Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena announced on Sunday April 28 the ban on Islamic veils covering the face in the name of “national security” , a…
In Sri Lanka, only 30% of people are active online. This shows both a challenge and a chance for growth. Businesses in the country are getting more innovative, with a Digital Quotient (DQ) of 35. This is higher than the global average. It means that the impact of government policies on the Sri Lankan economy…
Jeremy Hunt, the United Kingdom’s Foreign Secretary, announced Thursday April 25 that he would advise against travel to Sri Lanka, where the attacks on Sunday April 21 left more than 300 dead. The United Kingdom announced Thursday April 25 that it would advise against travel to Sri Lanka, where the manhunt continues to try to…
Lunar rocket debris is expected to disintegrate over Sri Lankan waters on Friday, according to the European Space Agency. Space debris likely from a lunar rocket will enter the atmosphere on Friday and disintegrate over Sri Lanka’s territorial waters, according to the European Space Agency (ESA), which intends to study the phenomenon. “This event presents…
Authorities in Sri Lanka have accused a local Islamist movement in the investigation into the series of attacks that hit churches and hotels on Sunday, leaving 290 dead and around 500 injured, according to a new death toll. In Colombo, it is astonishment and a time of mourning, as the investigation led to the arrest…
The Post-Pandemic Recovery Strategies in Sri Lanka’s Tourism Industry aim high. They are not just about boosting the economy. They represent the country’s strength and ability to bounce back. This recovery is carefully planned by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority. It focuses on sustainable tourism growth in Sri Lanka. The goal is not just…
Sri Lanka’s finance minister announced on Friday April 26 that the Easter Sunday attacks could cause up to $ 1.5 billion in lost revenue to the island’s tourism sector. The Easter Sunday attacks in Sri Lanka could cause up to $ 1.5 billion in lost revenue to its tourism sector this year, the island’s finance…
The Sri Lankan navy “miraculously” rescued an elephant in distress in the open sea where the current had deported it, its spokesperson announced on Wednesday. It took no less than twelve hours for the navy, once the animal was reported, to rescue the pachyderm which was struggling to stay on the surface eight kilometers from…
In the shadow of the new nationalist president of Sri Lanka, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, alias Terminator, lurks all the siblings… As before. The speech is soporific, the voice barely audible… But the place speaks for him. It was from the largest temple in Sri Lanka that Gotabaya Rajapaksa, 70, was sworn in on Monday, November 18….
In our digital world, Cybersecurity Trends change fast to guard against complex threats. It’s all about making Data Protection stronger. This shields important info in every field. Now more than ever, we see a lot of cyber attacks. This means we need better Cybersecurity Measures and Data Security Strategies. It’s crucial everywhere, even in booming…
Two elephants were rescued on Sunday as they were swept away by the current in the open sea in Sri Lanka. Two young elephants were rescued from drowning on Sunday while in the open sea, the Sri Lankan navy said. The two pachyderms were brought back to earth after “colossal efforts” which required the efforts…
For centuries, the Nallur Kandaswamy Temple has been an iconic landmark in the northern region of Sri Lanka. With its grand architecture and rich history, it has become home to the Hindu community and an increasingly popular destination for tourists. But beyond its impressive exterior, lies a deeper spiritual significance that draws worshippers from all…
Two Muslim brothers, among the suicide bombers, are believed to be behind the deadly attacks in Sri Lanka which left more than 300 dead. The Sri Lankan government attributes the attacks to a little-known Islamist group, the NTJ. The Islamic State also claimed responsibility for the attacks on Tuesday, April 23, without giving any evidence….
A huge swarm of wasps descended on a temple in Mundal, 110 kilometers north of Sri Lanka’s capital, Colombo, as pilgrims celebrated Buddha’s birthday there. Fifty of them had to be hospitalized. Wasp attacks are particularly feared in the country, which also proceeded on Tuesday to clean up nests in a tea plantation district in…
The Inspector General in charge of the Sri Lankan police refuses to resign, despite the appointment of his deputy to his post by the country’s president. This Monday, he still occupied his official residence. Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena on Monday appointed a new police chief even though his predecessor, dismissed following the jihadist attacks…
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The Christian community of Sri Lanka has just been struck by eight explosions, in the midst of the celebration of Easter. A seventh explosion killed at least two people in a Colombo hotel. These explosions caused the death of at least 158 people, according to the police report which remains provisional. 35 foreigners perished in…
Seven elephants have been found dead in Sri Lanka since Friday. They were probably poisoned by villagers, police said. The facts are technically punishable by death in the country. In Sri Lanka , wildlife officials have discovered seven dead elephants since Friday. They were arguably poisoned by villagers infuriated by these animals which cause fatal…