In defiance of all the health rules imposed by the coronavirus crisis and labor law, Sri Lankan immigrants have been asked to leave their factory located in Romania. It’s a story that says a lot about the failings of globalization and the Covid-19 pandemic which exacerbates them even more … A major exporter of cheap…
The attacks which left at least 290 dead in churches and hotels on Sunday April 21 were allegedly carried out by the small group NTJ (National Thowheeth Jama’ath), according to the government. Since the end of the civil war, friction between communities has remained very frequent in this predominantly Buddhist country. The civil war that…
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…
Sri Lanka has been facing the worst floods since 2003 for several days. In a new report released by the government, 196 people were killed and 93 others are missing. According to a new report published on Tuesday by the Sri Lankan government, the floods that hit the country have left 196 people dead, while…
A few hours after the Ganesh parade, a major Parisian meeting for the Sri Lankan community, fourteen men were arrested by the police on Sunday afternoon. All of Sri Lankan origin, they were armed with axes, machetes and knives. The brawl left two injured. The 14 men remained in police custody for two days. The…
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…
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Bruised by a series of terrorist attacks at Easter, the Sri Lankan Catholic Church has given up its plan to allow the resumption of masses, this Sunday, May 5. The faithful will have to be patient. Churches remain closed and masses will not be able to resume, as planned, this Sunday, May 5, in Sri…
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…
The South Asian country, bereaved after a series of attacks on Sunday, declared a State of Emergency and a night curfew from Monday. The Sri Lanka declared a state of emergency Monday and tracked the leaders of suicide attacks that killed at least 290 dead on Easter Sunday , including dozens of foreigners , an…
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…
Sri Lankan government fired security official after his teams chased couples holding hands at a public Colombo site In Sri Lanka, a conservative Buddhist country, this decision marks a significant departure from the previous government which regularly allowed the police to arrest young lovers kissing in public. Deputy Foreign Minister Harsha de Silva said he…
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…
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…
On Sunday, a series of attacks on Sri Lankan soil left several hundred dead and injured. Dilip Fernando, a Sri Lankan Catholic recounts how, for lack of space, his life was saved that day. His family, who remained outside the church, are convinced of having crossed paths with the suicide bomber, a young man who…
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…
The Cinnamon Grand hotel in Colombo was the scene of an attack that claimed the lives of 20 people, including five employees. It reopened its doors a few days ago with an important security device. But the tourists are not yet back. At the Cinnamon Grand Hotel in Colombo, which has just reopened its doors…
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….
This island in the Indian Ocean is like a zoo without a fence. Its rich fauna is revealed naturally. In the footsteps of elephants The green Jeep slows down and weaves its way between the vehicles stopped on the dirt road. The bust of tourists emerges through the open roofs. The fingers are pointed towards…
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…
The political crisis in Sri Lanka is likely to degenerate into a “bloodbath”, worried the Speaker on Monday after the disputed dismissal of the Prime Minister replaced by the former strongman of the island. In a surprise decision on Friday, Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena removed Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe from his post. Denouncing his…
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…
Sri Lanka shines as a bright example in the e-commerce world. The digital economy makes up 4.37 percent of its GDP. This marks a big leap, especially for local businesses jumping into online markets. This shift is backed by the country’s move towards more tech use and better digital setups. It’s creating a huge success…
Their Christmas tree should break all records. The Sri Lankans have erected, despite many delays, the tallest artificial Christmas tree in the world (this will need to be confirmed by Guinness World Records). Its height: 57 meters. It will be illuminated Saturday evening by 600,000 colored bulbs, and adorned with a six-meter Santa Claus with…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Sri Lanka declared a ten-day state of emergency nationwide on Tuesday after riots against the Muslim minority that left at least two dead. It was the Minister of Urban Planning Rauff Keem who announced it: a ten-day state of emergency has been declared in Sri Lanka . Reason? Riots directed against the Muslim minority which…