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HSBC warns customers of rise in credit/debit card scams here

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2 years ago

2024/03/31

There is a rise in scams via credit and debit cards being observed in Sri Lanka, HSBC Bank has warned its customers. In a precautionary message it said beware of a misleading SMS sent from an unknown number regarding a package delivery. This message may contain a fraudulent link that directs you to a fake website, appearing to be a government website. Scammers may ask you to provide personal/sensitive information such as your address, card details and OTP to complete the delivery of the package.

“We urge you to refrain from sharing your personal/card information with any unknown parties/websites”, it said.

“If you are expecting a package delivery, always examine the tracking number and verify with the delivery partner prior to sharing your personal information.”

“Authorising a payment through OTP is irreversible, therefore exercise caution and always verify the transaction value and the currency on the OTP SMS prior to confirming the OTP to complete the transaction,” the notification added.

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INS Sindhukesari arrives in Colombo

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8 hours ago

2026/05/5

Priyan

INS Sindhukesari, a submarine serving in the Indian Navy, arrived at the port of Colombo on 03 May 26 to undertake Operational Turnarounds.

The visiting submarine was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in precision with naval traditions.

Throughout its stay in the island, the submarine’s crew is scheduled to participate in a variety of programmes organized by the Sri Lanka Navy, including visits to several tourist attractions in Sri Lanka.

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Minister of Health of the Russian Federation attends the Sri Lanka–Russia Medical Forum

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11 hours ago

2026/05/5

Priyan

Mikhail Murashko, Minister of Health of the Russian Federation, officially visited the Russian House in Colombo to attend the Sri Lanka–Russia Medical Forum, where members of the Sri Lanka Russia Business Council and graduates from the Association of Sri Lankan Graduates from Socialist countries (ASLGSC) attended.

This historic gathering was graced by rectors and representatives from several world-class Russian medical institutions, including Kursk State Medical University, Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, and Tver State Medical University, among others.

The forum commenced with an address by Minister Murashko, during which Russian medical graduates in attendance raised pertinent questions regarding medical and pharmaceutical sector opportunities in Sri Lanka.

Levan Dzhagaryan, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Sri Lanka and the Maldives, together with Madam Maria L. Popova, Counsellor of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Sri Lanka & the Maldives and Director of the Russian House in Colombo, graced the occasion. Both officials expressed strong support for continued collaboration and future initiatives between the two nations.

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Members of Sri Lanka Cricket Transformation Committee Officially Appointed

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18 hours ago

2026/05/5

Priyan

The official appointment letters for the members of the newly established “Cricket Transformation Committee” (CTC) were handed over on Monday (04) by the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Sunil Kumara Gamage.

The following members received their letters of appointment at the Ministry premises:

Sidath Wettimuny
Thushira Radella
Prakash Schaffter
Ms. Avanthi Colombage

The Ministry also noted that veteran cricketers Roshan Mahanama and Kumar Sangakkara, who are key members of the committee, are currently overseas. Their official appointments will be formalised immediately upon their arrival in Sri Lanka.

The Cricket Transformation Committee has been mandated to oversee the administration and drive structural reforms within Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) in accordance with the powers vested in the Minister under the Sports Act No. 25 of 1973.