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Minister of State for Technology Kanaka Herath said that the “DIGIECON 2030” program will be started next October with the aim of taking Sri Lanka to digitization.The Minister of State also said that this program implemented on the instructions of President Ranil Wickramasinghe will be started based on several aspects including technology exchange in the country and the use of international technical standards.Minister Kanaka Herath mentioned the introduction of the Artificial Intelligence Act, the introduction of a six-month IT course for arts graduates who leave the university, and the provision of a new digital identity card to every citizen of…

Transport and Highways Minister Bandula Gunawardena said that the renovated railway line from Anuradhapura to Omanthai was officially opened for running yesterday (13).It is said that the renovated railway has the capacity to run trains at 100 kilometres per hour.

McLarens Lubricants, a leading player in the Sri Lankan lubricant industry, is proud to announce its partnership with top dealers in Sri Lanka to unveil the groundbreaking McMart concept – an exclusive Oil Mart chain. With the opening of the inaugural outlets in Rathmalana, Kadawatha, Embilipitiya, Horana, and Boralesgamuwa, McLarens Lubricants is set to provide an unparalleled shopping experience for automotive lubricant products.McMart aims to offer customers a comprehensive range of lubricant products, all conveniently located under one roof. This innovative concept allows automotive enthusiasts and vehicle owners alike to access an extensive selection of lubricants offered by Mobil and…

The ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup starts today (13) in Sri Lanka. 8 teams including Sri Lanka will play in this tournament and the tournament is scheduled to be held until July 23.Starting the tournament, two matches are scheduled to be held today and the match between the host Sri Lanka A team and the Bangladesh A team is scheduled to be held at the SSC Stadium in Colombo. And the match between the Afghanistan A team and the Oman A team will be held at CCC Stadium.Get more sports news and information by connecting with Buzzer.lk and Buzzer Sports.

The British government has decided to give 50 million pounds (64.65 million US dollars) in aid to Ukraine, which is suffering from Russian military attacks. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said that these 50 million pounds will be given to Ukraine for the development of Ukraine.The British Prime Minister announced the financial aid to Ukraine when he attended the ‘NATO’ conference in Lithuania. In addition to financial aid, the British Prime Minister has also agreed to provide military aid to Ukraine.Meanwhile, while the ‘NATO’ conference was held in Lithuania, foreign media reported that Russian forces increased their attacks on…

The Department of Meteorology says that there may be several periods of rain in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-Western provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Matara districts. The department stated that rain or thundershowers may occur at a few places in Uva province and Ampara and Batticaloa districts in the evening or at night.The Department of Meteorology has further informed that the winds blowing from time to time in the western slopes of the central mountains, in the northern and north-central provinces and in the districts of Puttalam, Hambantota and Trincomalee can become strong winds between 40 and 45…

The examination department says that the practical tests of the 2022 GCE General Examination will start on 02 August. Accordingly, the department stated that the practical tests related to the subjects of music, dance, drama and performing arts will be held until the 12th of August.It is stated that there is no change in the evaluation method used for the practical tests held in the previous years and this year also the exams will be held following the same method. The examination department further stated that the examination tickets of school and private applicants will be received by mail in…

Minister of State for Finance Ranjith Siyambalapitiya says that measures will be taken to relax the import restrictions of 300 other essential goods.Minister of State for Finance Ranjith Siyambalapitiya has mentioned this in a note on his official Twitter account.Find out more political news and information by engaging Buzzer.lk and Buzzer Politics.

Australia’s commitment to stopping illegal people smuggling has been reinforced this week in a visit to Colombo by Commander Joint Agency Task Force Operation Sovereign Borders, Rear Admiral Justin Jones, CSC, RAN.The visit follows an Operation Sovereign Borders interception and returns in early May, where 41 Sri Lankan individuals, who left Valaichchenai, were attempting to migrate illegally by boat to Australia.Speaking in Colombo, Rear Admiral Jones said the success in suppressing the illegal people smuggling trade is an ongoing success of both governments, but there is always more work to be done.“The partnership between the Sri Lankan and Australian governments…

The 2023 Esala festivals of the Kataragama Kiri Vehera and the Ruhunu Kataragama Maha Devalaya, two important places of worship in Sri Lanka, are being illuminated by The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC the pioneer herbal – personal care products manufacturer. The illumination is done under the theme of “Swadeshi Khomba Aloka Puja Sathkaraya”The ongoing events began on June 19th and ended on July 04th 2023, and Swadeshi is sponsoring the Aloka Poojawa for the 22nd consecutive year.Ms Amari Wijewardene, Chairperson of the company said that as a Sri Lankan-owned company, we consider it a duty to safeguard the culture and…