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The release of the empowered rice granted by the World Food Program to the schools to provide a nutritious meal to the school students started yesterday (19) at the Weyangoda food warehouse premises.Aiming to reduce iron deficiency among school children, fortified rice is provided for school meals and the Director General of the Partnership Secretariat for the World Food Program under the Presidential Secretariat, M.H.A.M. It is reported that this distribution has been done under the supervision of Riflan.Accordingly, under the first phase, the release of 735 metric tons of rice at the provincial level started today and will continue…

CameraLK, the leading camera retail giant in Sri Lanka, in collaboration with Sony, orchestrated ‘Alpha Connect Day 2024’, the nation’s biggest photo and video competition of its kind. This exciting event, which offered prizes worth 10 million rupees, unfolded on March 23rd at Trace City Colombo, marking a significant moment in Sri Lanka’s creative landscape.The competition featured two distinct categories, photography, and videography, each offering coveted prizes to participants. In the photography category, the grand prize comprised the latest Sony 7CR camera paired with a 24-70GM2 lens. The videography category offered the Sony FX30 camera and Sony 10-20G lens to…

With the heated situation between Israel and Iran, the price of crude oil has increased in the world market today (19). Accordingly, the price of a barrel of WTI crude oil has increased by 2.30% and its price is $84.63.Also, the price of a barrel of BRENT crude oil has increased by 2.15% and the price of a barrel of MURBAN crude oil has increased by 1.76%, according to foreign media.Find out more financial news and information by engaging Buzzer.lk and Buzzer Financial.

Hatch, the esteemed accelerator/incubator, and Orion City, the foremost IT park, have unveiled an innovative digital platform, signalling a transformative shift in Sri Lanka’s tech ecosystem and business operations. This innovative app is set to streamline access to essential services and facilities across three strategic locations: Hatch Works in Colombo 1, Orion Nest at Orion City in Colombo 09, and the upcoming Orion City Colombo in Colombo 3. Promising a seamless experience for entrepreneurs and businesses alike, this collaboration will provide unprecedented opportunities for growth and collaboration in Sri Lanka’s thriving tech ecosystem.Meanwhile, Hatch, located in a meticulously restored building…

Russian President Vladimir Putin called on Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi. The Russian President has asked the Iranian President not to allow the crisis with Israel to escalate. Iran attacked Israel using missiles and drones on the 13th. This is Iran’s first direct attack on Israel.Israel was able to prevent the attack, and Israel has said that as soon as the ‘right time’ comes, it will launch a counterattack on Iran. Iranian President Raisi responded by saying that Iran is ready to face any attack by Israel. Iran attacked Israel in retaliation for Israel’s missile attack on the Iranian consulate in…

The Department of Immigration & Emigration says that the e-Visa system will be implemented from today (17) only for tourists. Its Controller General Harsha Ilukpitiya stated that the e-Visa can be applied in five languages ​​at the beginning.It is also mentioned that information about the online system will be provided through the website www.srilankanevisa.lk. Harsha Ilukpitiya further stated that tourist visas can be obtained for 6 months through the new system.Find out more by engaging Buzzer.lk and Buzzer Travel.

Sri Lanka’s super runner Yupun Abeykoon has won first place in the 150-meter event in the Florence Sprint Tournament held in Rome, Italy, by finishing with a time of 15.19 seconds.That time is said to be the second fastest time ever recorded by him in the 150m event. It is special that Yupun Abeykoon also holds the Asian record in the 150m event.Get more sports news and information by connecting with Buzzer.lk and Buzzer Sports.

The UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has moved to name Pakistan as the most dangerous country not to visit.According to foreign media, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has prepared a list of countries as the most dangerous countries to travel to, where there is a lot of violence, armed conflicts, political and economic crises, and Pakistan is at the top. The list includes eight other countries.Afghanistan, Burkina Faso, Central African Republic, Chad, Haiti, Iraq, Israel, Lebanon, Libya, Mali, Niger, North Korea, Somalia, South Sudan, Syria, Venezuela and Yemen are also included in the list. (AFP)Find out more by…

Kristalina Georgieva has been selected to serve as the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund for the second time.It is reported that this appointment has been made according to a unanimous decision of the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund.Accordingly, Kristalina Georgieva will hold the position for another 5 years from October 1st.Find out more financial news and information by engaging Buzzer.lk and Buzzer Financial.

The Scottish authorities are preparing to get help from NASA to find the truth or lie about the swimming reptile a giant dinosaur, also known as ‘Nessie’, which is believed to be in the Loch Ness lake in the Scottish mountains.Loch Ness is very famous in the world because of this mysterious creature called ‘Nessie’. It is also said that the Loch Ness Center and the Loch Ness Exploration team have requested the help of NASA scientists to search for the animal.Stay connected with Buzzer.lk and Buzzer History to find out more of this kind of exciting information.