A 62-year-old Indian wants a new Covid-19 vaccine certificate without Narendra Modi’s photograph. Source link–!Thank You !–
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Outgoing Egyptian Ambassador calls on President
The outgoing Egyptian Ambassador to Sri Lanka Hussein El Saharty called on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential Secretariat today (18). Mr. Saharty, who has been newly appointed as a Coordinator for Egyptian Civil Society Organisations, said that he will continue to work to strengthen the relations with Sri Lanka. Mr. Saharty further stressed the need to enhance security ties and develop the tourism industry between the two countries. President Rajapaksa commended Mr. Saharty for his service rendered to Sri Lanka as the Ambassador of Egypt, the President’s Media Division…
Read MorePatrick Vieira says Crystal Palace deserved to win on his return to Arsenal | Football News
Patrick Vieira admitted it hurt to see his Crystal Palace side concede a last-gasp equaliser that cost him a win on his return to Arsenal. The Frenchman won three Premier League titles and captained the Gunners during their unbeaten ‘Invincibles’ campaign and his name rang around the Emirates Stadium before and after a thrilling 2-2 draw. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang put Arsenal ahead early on but from then on Palace were the better side as Christian Benteke and Odsonne Edouard struck in the second half to seemingly win the game – only…
Read MoreTrudeau visits First Nation to apologise after holiday snub
His apology comes two weeks after he skipped an event on the first Truth and Reconciliation Day. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreAgriculture Minister’s efforts in chilli cultivation appreciated by International Community
The World Food Program (WFP) has appreciated the cultivation of chillies in Galabodawatta, Nawalapitiya based on a concept by Agriculture Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage. The chilli cultivation has been initiated by distributing 100 acres of non-productive lands belonging to the People’s Estate Development Board among the young Tamil communities at the rate of half an acre each. The yield of chilli cultivation is now being collected by the farmers. The project was initiated under the One Crop for One Village (Ek Gamakata Ek Bogayak) concept by…
Read MoreLive match preview – Club Brugge vs Man City 19.10.2021
Team news and stats ahead of Brugge vs Man City in the Champions League group stage on Tuesday; kick-off 5.45pm. Team news Manchester City will be without defender John Stones for Tuesday’s Champions League Group A clash at Club Brugge. The England centre-back has not travelled due to personal reasons but Brazil pair Ederson and Gabriel Jesus could return after flying straight to Belgium following international duty last week. Winger or striker Ferran Torres is out with a broken foot but Ilkay Gundogan and Oleksandr Zinchenko are back in contention.…
Read MoreKerala floods: Couple sail to wedding in large cooking pot
Images of the pair travelling to a temple in Kerala state amid flooding are widely shared online. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreKareem Hunt: Cleveland Browns running back expected to miss several weeks and be placed on injured reserve with calf injury | NFL News
Running back Kareem Hunt went down without contact against the Arizona Cardinals in Sunday’s loss; Hunt is expected to miss several weeks for Cleveland Browns after significant calf injury; team already suffering with injury problems By The Associated Press Last Updated: 18/10/21 9:12pm Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt went down without contact against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday Running back Kareem Hunt is expected to miss several weeks because of a significant calf injury sustained against Arizona on Sunday, one of many key injuries for the Cleveland Browns. Head…
Read MoreTigray: Ethiopian government admits Mekelle airstrike
Officials had earlier denied the government was behind allegedly deadly attacks in the region. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreVerite shows how Lanka can achieve sustainable debt dynamics – The Island
Three RTI applications filed calling for information about asset declarations submitted by Nirupama Rajapaksa Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) says international cooperation through diplomatic channels is essential to hold offshore enablers and asset destinations accountable. TISL has said that in addition to a complaint filed with the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), three RTI (Right to Information) applications have been filed seeking asset declarations submitted by Nirupama Rajapaksa. TISL has also written to the FIU (Financial Investigation Unit) calling for immediate investigation into potential money laundering…
Read MoreVirgil van Dijk: Liverpool defender happy with recovery from knee injury but says he has room for improvement | Football News
Virgil van Dijk says he feels under greater scrutiny following his recovery from a knee injury that saw him sidelined for nine months and has plenty of room for improvement. It is exactly a year since the Liverpool defender was told he required surgery on an anterior cruciate ligament tear in his right knee sustained in a challenge by Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. Van Dijk, 30, went on to miss the remainder of last term but, after an extended pre-season, has since played every minute of Liverpool’s opening Premier League…
Read MoreRussia to suspend Nato diplomatic mission amid tension
“We regret these steps,” Nato spokeswoman Oana Lungescu said. “Nato’s policy towards Russia remains consistent. We have strengthened our deterrence and defence in response to Russia’s aggressive actions, while at the same time we remain open to dialogue, including through the Nato-Russia council”. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreGovt expecting to present draft new constitution by year end
Sri Lanka s Foreign Minister Prof. G.L. Peiris says that the experts committee appointed by the Prime Minister to formulate a new constitution has finalized the draft of the new constitution. MORE.. Thank you
Read MoreWorld Cup: FIFA to consult national team managers over biennial tournament proposals | Football News
National team coaches will have the chance to discuss FIFA’s plans for the future of men’s international football this week. World football’s governing body has set up online video conferences on Tuesday and Thursday to enable every international team coach the opportunity to hear about its post-2024 calendar proposals, which include biennial World Cups. The discussions will be led by former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger, now FIFA’s chief of global football development, who has helped to shape the men’s calendar proposals. England manager Gareth Southgate, who spoke with Wenger about…
Read MoreMastermind of deadly 2016 Baghdad bombing caught, Iraq says
Ghazwan al-Zawbaee is allegedly behind a 2016 attack on a shopping centre that killed 300 people. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreCovid: Death toll passes 13,500
With 23 more Covid related deaths confirmed yesterday (17) the death toll due to the Covid-19 outbreak in Sri Lanka has climbed up to 13,507. Thank you
Read MoreWho will make the NBA playoffs in the Western Conference? | NBA News
After a hectic offseason, during which teams from across the league strengthened their rosters, shook up their front offices and hired new head coaches to replace the old, it’s now time to see how things actually stack up on the hardwood. We’ve already covered the East, so now it’s time to move on and tackle matters out West. Here are our picks for the eight teams to make the playoffs out of the Western Conference with one notable – and perhaps shocking – omission. Utah Jazz Last season was a…
Read MoreNorway attack: Victims killed with 'sharp object', not arrows
Victims of last week’s bow-and-arrow attack were actually killed by a “sharp object”, police say. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreLive match preview – Chelsea vs Malmo FF 20.10.2021
Team news and stats ahead of Chelsea vs Malmo in the Champions League group stage on Wednesday; kick-off 8pm. Team news Thiago Silva and Antonio Rudiger have bolstered Chelsea’s defensive options ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League clash with Malmo. The centre-back pair missed Saturday’s 1-0 Premier League win at Brentford, but were both back in training on Monday. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player FREE TO WATCH: Highlights from Chelsea’s win at Brentford in the Premier League Experienced centre-back Silva only returned from Brazil duty on…
Read MoreChina denies testing nuclear-capable hypersonic missile
The report in the Financial Times newspaper reportedly caught US intelligence by surprise. Source link–!Thank You !–
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