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India Today
2 hours ago
- Sport
- India Today
SL vs BAN: Shanto, Shadman heroics help Bangladesh stretch lead in 1st Test
After a day that saw both teams going at it blow for blow, Bangladesh claimed a 187-run lead on Friday, June 20 with Najimul Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim at the crease. Bangladesh were able to bundle out Sri Lanka for 485 and take a 10-run lead before the visitors ended the day on 177 for the loss of three wickets. advertisementSri Lanka had started the day in a comfortable spot despite the dismissal of Pathum Nissanka on 187. Kamindu Mendis and captain Dhananjaya de Silva stitched together a fine partnership but wickets started to fall for the hosts, with two in the first hour and three during the 45 minutes after lunch. Nayeem Hasan was the chief destroyer with the ball as he got the key wickets of De Silva first and then the well-set Mendis for 87 after the Sri Lankan star looked destined for another hundred. Rathnayake was rebuilding the innings with a fine knock of 39 from 83 balls, before he was sent back to the pavilion by Hasan Mahmud. This opened the door for Bangladesh as Nayeem quickly dismissed Tahrindu Ratnayake and Asitha Fernando in quick succession to end the Sri Lankan innings and pick up his 5th career five-wicket haul. Mahmud got three wickets as well. advertisementBangladesh lost Anamul Haque early on in their second innings, but Shadman Islam looked to be in fine knick. While he lost Mominul Haque, the opener scored 76 off 126 runs and added a 68-run stand with captain Shanto. Ratnayake ended Islam's stay at the crease as he trapped him in front of the stumps. After the fall of the opener, it was Shanto's time to continue his fine form and brought up a fifty with some elegant shots. He remained unbeaten on 56 and had Rahim for company as the match heads into Day 5, with many expecting the game to end in a draw. Must Watch
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Time of India
Sri Lanka deports dozens of Chinese cybercrime suspects
AP image Colombo: Sri Lanka deported 85 Chinese nationals on Friday, months after they were detained on suspicion of carrying out cybercrimes against banks. The suspects were expelled for violating the terms of their tourist visas and fined around $250 each. "They were arrested by police in October over allegations that they were carrying out online scams targeting international banks," a senior immigration official who asked for anonymity as he was not authorised to speak to media without permission, told AFP. He said the group, including 13 women, was flown to the southern Chinese city of Guangzhou on a chartered SriLankan Airlines flight on Friday morning accompanied by Sri Lankan police and Chinese security escorts. Meanwhile, Sri Lankan police said a court in the central Kandy district ordered the electronic devices seized from the group to be handed to Chinese authorities. Those deported were among around 230 Chinese men and women detained in October on cybercrime allegations, with the remainder awaiting legal proceedings. The Chinese embassy said at the time that Beijing's crackdown on cybercriminals at home may have pushed some to go abroad. Last year, police arrested another 200 suspects, mainly Indians, who were also accused of operating online financial scams.
New Straits Times
6 hours ago
- New Straits Times
Sri Lanka deports dozens of Chinese cybercrime suspects
COLOMBO: Sri Lanka deported 85 Chinese nationals today, months after they were detained on suspicion of carrying out cybercrimes against banks. The suspects were expelled for violating the terms of their tourist visas and fined around US$250 each. "They were arrested by police in October over allegations that they were carrying out online scams targeting international banks," a senior immigration official, told AFP. He said the group, including 13 women, was flown to the southern Chinese city of Guangzhou on a chartered SriLankan Airlines flight this morning accompanied by Sri Lankan police and Chinese security escorts. Meanwhile, Sri Lankan police said a court in the central Kandy district ordered the electronic devices seized from the group to be handed to Chinese authorities. Those deported were among around 230 Chinese men and women detained in October on cybercrime allegations, with the remainder awaiting legal proceedings. The Chinese embassy said at the time that Beijing's crackdown on cybercriminals at home may have pushed some to go abroad. Last year, police arrested another 200 suspects, mainly Indians, who were also accused of operating online financial scams.
Business Recorder
7 hours ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Sri Lankan shares snap ten weeks of gains
The Sri Lankan benchmark index rose on Friday, boosted by broad-based sectoral gains excluding energy, although shares ended the week lower, snapping a ten-week winning run. The CSE All-Share Index settled 1.6% higher at 17,087.95 on the day. It, however, lost 2% for the week. Ceylon Printers and East West Properties were the top percentage gainers on the benchmark index, up 13.6% and 13.1%, respectively. Sri Lankan shares log fifth straight session of losses Trading volume on the index fell to 98.9 million shares from 139.4 million shares in the previous session. The equity market's turnover dropped to 2.5 billion Sri Lankan rupees (about $8 million) from 3.32 billion rupees in the previous session, according to exchange data. Foreign investors were net sellers, offloading stocks worth 165.6 million rupees, while domestic investors were net buyers, purchasing shares worth 2.38 billion rupees, the data showed.
Listly
9 hours ago
- Listly
Top 5 One-of-a-Kind Shopping Locations in Colombo-A Lively Cultural Collection
Despite its contemporary conveniences, Sri Lanka's commercial capital remains deeply rooted in heritage, leading to a wonderful diversity of experiences. From tree-shaded, cobbled walks featuring tantalising brunch spots, retro-chic boutiques, and artisan markets to rustic street food joints and beachside promenades, Colombo's cosmopolitan attractions come with a uniquely Sri Lankan twist. Head to the iconic Barefoot Boutique for premium, one-of-a-kind handmade crafts, traditional handloom fabrics for every occasion, and stylishly quirky accessories. You can also grab a delicious bite at its lush courtyard garden café and let your senses be serenaded with vibrant displays by local artists. The Gallery Café is another romantic rendezvous on postcard-perfect Alfred House Road, complete with stunning interiors, exquisite mood lighting, and decadent desserts. Here, you can also buy exquisite mementoes and homeware, from two-toned ceramic crockery to profoundly abstract coffee table pieces.
