The collapse of a 91-meter-high landfill killed at least 21 people, including three teenagers, and injured a dozen others on Friday night in the Sri Lankan capital, Colombo. Hopes of finding survivors faded on Sunday Hundreds of soldiers, however, continued on Sunday to dig in the middle of the refuse and 145 houses destroyed by…
At least 207 people were killed and 450 injured this Sunday, April 21, in a series of explosions in luxury hotels and churches in Sri Lanka in the midst of Easter celebration, police said. Eight people were arrested but the wave of attacks had not been claimed at the end of the day. There are…
An Emirates Airbus A380 was forced to make an emergency landing in Sri Lanka at Bandaranaike airport. Smoke had been detected in the cockpit An Emirates A380 carrying more than 500 people was forced to make an emergency landing in Sri Lanka on Friday after pilots detected smoke in the cockpit, an official at Colombo…
A 45-year-old Muslim trader died in northwest Sri Lanka on Monday after being lynched by mobs during anti-Muslim riots. A Muslim shopkeeper was fatally lynched by mobs during riots in Sri Lanka in retaliation for the Easter attacks, which targeted churches in particular, police said on Monday. A 45-year-old man died of his injuries shortly…
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…
The death toll from the collapse of a mountain of garbage in Sri Lanka rose to 26 on Monday after three people in hospital died of their injuries. Without much optimism, hundreds of soldiers continued to dig in the debris of the rubbish and the 145 houses destroyed by this disaster on Friday in the…
Sri Lankans are now electing their deputies. Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, seven months after his presidential defeat, wants to make his comeback. Beaten by reformist Maithripala Sirisena – who was his minister – in January, Mahinda Rajapaksa, 69, is now running for prime minister after having presided over the country for ten years. A double…
Sri Lankan police on Friday discovered the body of a 24-year-old journalist from the British daily Financial Times. The young man would probably have been killed by a crocodile. Paul McClean’s body was discovered by divers in the peat moss of a lagoon in the coastal village of Panama, Sri Lanka , in the southeastern…
A train struck and killed a female elephant and her three cubs in northern Sri Lanka on Wednesday, local police said. The accident happened in Cheddikulam, about 260 km north of Colombo. “One of the cubs was dragged 300 meters of track after being hit,” said a local police official, who said it was possibly…
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…
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…
Over 30 million users in Sri Lanka are now connected to mobile. This pushes businesses to rethink their online strategies. With the rise of content marketing in Sri Lanka, there’s a huge move towards a mobile-first approach. This is changing how marketing works in the region. In 2023, companies are getting more creative with their…
Passing through the capital of Sri Lanka, the son of Julio Iglesias provoked behaviors on the part of women considered indecent by the president of the country. “Indecent” . This is the term used Sunday, December 27 by Maithripala Sirisena , the president of Sri Lanka, to describe the concert of Enrique Iglesias . During…
In Sri Lanka, churches will remain closed “until further notice” after suicide bombings in churches and hotels on Easter Sunday that left 359 dead. All the Catholic churches in Sri Lanka will remain closed and no Mass will be celebrated until the “improvement of the security situation” after the Passover bombing s , who made…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the game in every industry. But as AI takes over, we face new challenges. It’s crucial to focus on Responsible AI and Algorithmic Fairness. This ensures our technological progress is fair and just for everyone. Bias in AI can sneak in, even with careful coding. We must spot and fix…
For the past year, the department has been dealing with illegal immigration from Sri Lankans seeking asylum. The population is divided on their welcome. Close game, concentrated faces and knowing smiles, four men are playing carrom. Between two scooter rides, teenagers in turn place pawns on the wooden board. This table game, very popular in…
Blockchain technology is changing how industries handle data and transactions. It used to be all about cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. Now, it’s driving innovation and changing various sectors as of March 2024. This technology opens new ways for industries to deal with global economic challenges. Blockchain’s innovative system offers security and transparency. It is transforming data…
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…
The government of Sri Lanka has reinstated the death penalty, but has no executioner. Next week, she will publish an advertisement for a post of “responsible for executions”. A job offer that may not find a taker right away. The government of Sri Lanka has reintroduced the death penalty for drug traffickers in the country,…
The Sri Lankan police discovered, this Monday, April 22, 87 detonators in a station of Colombo, the economic and political capital of the country. On Sunday, a wave of attacks left more than 290 dead and 500 injured in the country. Sri Lanka police on Monday discovered 87 detonators in a bus station in the…
In Sri Lanka’s dynamic digital market, an amazing 89% of marketers see email as key for finding new leads. This shift towards digital marketing strategies marks a new era for email in Sri Lanka, specifically designed for its distinct audience. Email’s power in persuasion is sparking a change in how online revenue is made. Sri…
Sri Lanka’s outgoing president Mahinda Rajapakse has been re-elected, state broadcaster Rupavahini reported. “It’s a resounding victory for the president” . Even though the formal announcement of the electoral commission is not due until later today, the spokesman for the head of state, Chandrapala Liyanage, claimed that Rajapakse won the presidential election with a majority…
In today’s world, digital marketing has become an integral part of business growth. With the increasing use of the internet, businesses are seeking to establish a strong online presence to connect with their target audience and increase their customer base. However, navigating the complex world of digital marketing can be a daunting task for entrepreneurs…
Sri Lanka’s ruling United National Party won the legislative elections, which will help its reform plans, but failed to secure an absolute majority. Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe’s PNU won 106 out of 225 seats, dashing the hopes of former island strongman Mahinda Rajapakse to return to power. The United People’s Alliance for Freedom (APUL) led…
After the wave of attacks that hit the country on Easter Sunday and claimed 253 lives, Sri Lanka is seeing bookings and tourists fleeing the country. Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera said he expects a 30% drop in arrivals this year, a shortfall of around $ 1.5 billion. The dust had not settled on hotels and…
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….
Sri Lanka recognized this Wednesday April 24 a “failure” in terms of state security, unable to prevent the jihadist attacks on Easter Sunday which killed around 360 people, despite prior information from the intelligence community . The management of the Sri Lankan authorities in the days leading up to the suicide attacks that killed 359…
In today’s world, digital integration is key to business success. Surprisingly, 70% of companies have a strategy for digital transformation or are planning one. For Sri Lanka, a country full of potential, the path to faster digital growth is filled with both challenges and opportunities. The analysis of Sri Lanka’s business environment shows that to…
Unusual scene in the town of Nochchiyagama, Sri Lanka: a two-meter crocodile broke into the police station. The building was evacuated while the animal was captured. A two-meter-long crocodile broke into a police station in Sri Lanka and settled there overnight, forcing its occupants to evacuate the scene until it was captured. The reptile entered…
The Sri Lankan authorities announced on Friday that they are looking for 140 people suspected of having links with the jihadist group Islamic State. On Friday, a shooting erupted in eastern Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan police are looking for 140 people suspected of links to the Islamic State (IS) , five days after the attacks…