Category: Other News
VIDEO: Google introduces Gemini, their largest and most capable AI model
Gemini marks the next phase on our journey to making AI more helpful for everyone. Unlike other AI models, Gemini was trained to recognize, understand, and combine different types of information including text, images, audio, video, and code. Its state-of-the-art performance gives it remarkable new capabilities.And it’s built with safety and responsibility at its core.
OpenAI ChatGPT-4 Turbo Event: Everything Revealed in 3 Minutes
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman reveals an update to the company’s popular generative AI software with the new GPT-4 Turbo.
‘s Prime Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu has said that a ceasefire in the war in Israel-Gaza “will not happen”, describing calls for a ceasefire as “calls for Israel to surrender to barbarism”. The Israeli Prime Minister said during a press briefing: “Calls for a ceasefire are calls for Israel to surrender to Hamas, to surrender to terrorism, to surrender […]
Recognizing contribution of women in Sri Lanka towards food security and sustainable economic recovery
Achieving gender equality and empowering women is not only the right thing to do but is a critical ingredient in the fight against extreme poverty, hunger and malnutrition. As the world celebrates International Rural Women’s Day on 15th October each year, the day shines a spotlight and recognizes the significant contributions of women to global […]
Harsha proposes tax reforms to relieve burden on middle class and professionals
MP Harsha de Silva’s Tax Reform Proposal: Simplify PAYE tax structure and introduce surcharge.Surprising Revenue Figures: PAYE collection surpasses expectations, while PIT falls short.Inequality in Tax Burden: Current system disproportionately impacts middle-class professionals.MP’s Evidence-Based Approach: Proposed reforms aim to balance government revenue and reduce the tax burden.Combatting Tax Fraud: Efforts to address LKR 60 billion […]
‘s 16-point prescription for reform
In a scathing indictment of Sri Lanka’s governance landscape, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has handed down a damning verdict. MP Harsha de Silva, speaking at Wednesday’s parliament session, highlighted the gravity of the situation as he discussed the contents of the IMF’s Governance Diagnostic Assessment report. Verdict is clear: corruption has permeated every level […]
CA Sri Lanka to host member meeting of Confederation of Asian and Pacific Accountants in Colombo
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) is proud to announce that it will be hosting the member meeting of the Confederation of Asian and Pacific Accountants (CAPA) in Colombo in October. The meeting will be held on 05th and 06th October 2023, and will attract over 130 representatives from 32 […]
‘s online safety bill: Regressive overreach stifling investment and freedom of speech
● Tech Investment Threatened: Risk of deterring tech investments in Sri Lanka. Draconian Legislation: An archaic and draconian bill that overreaches. ● Truth Determination: Commission to decide truth and falsehood – a questionable move. ● Global Tech Giants: Major tech companies unlikely to accept such laws. ● Lacking Foresight: Ignoring future tech advancements like AI. ● Investment vs. Freedom: The contradiction between investment and freedom of […]
Eran asks, Can politicians always deceive the people?
Looking back at the recent history of Sri Lanka, the Rajapaksas have deceived this country and the people for power, over and over, using different tactics. In 2005, placing national security first, in 2010, on the basis of sympathy showing the electric chair, and in 2015, Mahinda campaigned presenting a concrete desert as development. 2019 […]
UN HR Commissioner says, Call for historic transformation is far from being realised in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka suffers from a continuing accountability deficit – be it for war crime atrocities, more recent human rights violations, corruption, or abuse of power – which must be addressed for the country to move forward, according to a UN Human Rights Office report published on Wednesday. “More than a year ago mass protests demanded better governance […]
Thriving on TikTok: A soul laced with dance
In a digital age where everyone is showcasing their unique personalities, there are a few who stand out with exceptional talent. TikTok’s dance community is a diverse melting pot of talent, bringing together individuals from various backgrounds, cultures, and skill levels.From professional dancers to enthusiastic beginners, everyone has the opportunity to showcase their creativity and […]
Agarapatana Plantations Ltd debuts trading on the CSE
The shares of Agarapatana Plantations Limited (CODE: AGPL-N-0000) commenced trading on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) on 04 th September 2023. The shares have been listed on the Diri Savi Board of the CSE under the Food, Beverage & Tobacco sector. The occasion was marked with a special Bell Ringing Ceremony. The company’s Initial Public Offering (IPO) for 83,070,111 ordinary voting shares has been oversubscribed […]