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E-Traffic app freely available – police
The E-Traffic app, introduced by the Sri Lankan police on Wednesday (01), would be available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store from next week, according to a police spokesperson’s announcement on Friday (03).
Speaking at a press conference in Colombo, Police Spokesperson SSP K.B. Manathunga stated that the app had been designed in consultation with leading IT and cyber security experts. He assured the public that there is no cause for concern regarding the app’s safety.
When questioned by journalists about the recent hacking of the police’s social media accounts, the SSP said investigations are still ongoing. He clarified that only the social media accounts had been compromised and that the police’s official website remained unaffected. The cyberattack, he noted, involved foreign operatives targeting multiple entities and was not an isolated incident against the Sri Lankan police, with similar reports emerging from India.
“Our cyber security officers are professionals, and we have also sought advice from the best experts while developing the E-Traffic app. Additionally, users of the app are not required to provide sensitive information,” he explained.
The app is a mobile platform that allows citizens to report traffic violations, criminal activities, and environmental damage. It forms part of the police’s initiative to involve public participation in creating a cleaner and safer Sri Lanka. (RK)
US Ambassador Julie Chung commissioned new radiation detection equipment provided by the US Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA), Office of Nuclear Smuggling Detection and Deterrence (NSDD), through its Megaports Initiative at the Port of Colombo recently.
The equipment, valued at approximately $500,000 (Rs. 148 million), will be used at the Port of Colombo’s West Container Terminal to detect and alert authorities to the presence of radioactive materials, supporting Sri Lanka’s national port security regulations, strengthening global supply chain security and extending America’s security perimeter by detecting threats at key transit hubs before they reach US or international shores.
Senior officials from Sri Lanka Customs, the Sri Lanka Ports Authority, and the Sri Lanka Atomic Energy Board joined the commissioning ceremony and partnered with US experts to train Sri Lankan instructors and maintenance technicians.
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Lyceum Intl School Wattala swimmers shine in Melbourne Training and Cultural Exchange Programme
A group of 15 young swimmers from Lyceum International School Wattala, along with four coaches and three parent representatives, recently completed an enriching 11-day swimming training and cultural exchange programme in Melbourne, Australia.
The programme, organised in collaboration with Global Integrated Sports & Education Pvt. Ltd (Global-ISE) and Swimming Victoria, gave students the opportunity to train at Melbourne’s premier venues, including the prestigious Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) and Swimming Victoria-affiliated facilities, like Camberwell Grammar and Nunawading.
In addition to their athletic development, the swimmers participated in educational visits to top universities, including the University of Melbourne, Monash University, and Deakin University, where they learned about future academic opportunities.
Cultural highlights included tours of the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Victorian Parliament, and iconic sites like the Dandenong Ranges and Chadstone Shopping Centre.
The programme culminated with a special ceremony on April 23 at the Spicy Wicket Restaurant, where the Consul General of Sri Lanka in Melbourne, Pradeepa de Saram, presented certificates of achievement to the participants, celebrating their dedication and success throughout the programme.
Dearo Investment Ltd. was honoured with three top awards at the Business World International Awards 2025: Best MSME Finance Company of the Year, Best Project Finance Company of the Year, and Best Entrepreneur Finance Company of the Year. The awards were presented to Prasanna Sanjeewa, CEO and Managing Director of Dearo Investment, said a release.
It said: The company, known for its comprehensive financial services and innovative digital solutions, has built a solid reputation in supporting SMEs, startups, and entrepreneurs. With over 30 branches nationwide and a focus on empowering the MSME sector, Dearo Investment continues to expand its reach, offering services across various industries including finance, agriculture, tourism, and IT. Under Sanjeewa’s leadership, the company remains dedicated to fostering business growth and community development.
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