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Time of India
4 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
4 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
5 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
7 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.
Fox Sports
7 hours ago
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Nayeem's five-for helps Bangladesh gain slender lead against Sri Lanka in 1st test
Associated Press GALLE, Sri Lanka (AP) — Off-spinner Nayeem Hasan spun a fine web around the Sri Lankan lower order to finish with a five-wicket haul as Bangladesh eked out a slender first innings lead of 10 runs on Day 4 of the series-opening cricket test Friday. It was Nayeem's fourth five-for in test cricket and he was ably supported by the lively Hasan Mahmud, whose three-wicket burst proved pivotal in tilting the balance after lunch. The drama unfolded in a flurry after the interval, as the pitch — placid for the better part of four days — finally began to show signs of wear. The spinners suddenly found bite, bounce, and turn and the Sri Lankan tail was swiftly undone. The tall and wiry Mahmud ended Milan Rathnayake's valiant vigil. Rathnayake had stitched together a partnership of 84 runs for the seventh wicket with the ever-composed Kamindu Mendis. The alliance gave Sri Lanka hopes of a handy lead, but those hopes were dashed when Rathnayake played on, dragging one back onto his stumps. The very next over proved decisive. Nayeem delivered a double blow. First, he removed the well-set Mendis for 87. Mendis was undone by extra bounce and could only feather an edge to the keeper. Then, Nayeem made short work of debutant Tharindu Rathnayake, beating his tentative prod and rattling the timbers. With the end in sight, he returned to remove Asitha Fernando, cleaning him up to complete his five-for. Earlier, Mendis was inching closer to yet another test century. The prolific lefthander was unbeaten on 83 at the interval, aiming for what would be his sixth test hundred in just 12 matches. Resuming Friday at 368 for four — still 127 in arrears — Sri Lanka had a a brief wobble early when skipper Dhananjaya de Silva departed for 19, edging behind tamely, and Kusal Mendis (5) followed soon after. But Kamindu found an able partner in allrounder Rathnayake, who was unbeaten on 38 in a 79-run stand for the seventh wicket. Rathnayake had some luck on seven when Taijul Islam dropped a sharp return catch. ___ AP cricket: recommended in this topic
