Today’s News Digest: Your go-to summary of the key events and headlines that shaped the day. From major developments to breaking news, we bring you everything that happened today, all in one quick and easy read.
Govt denies Cabinet reshuffle speculation, PM change
Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Nalinda Jayatissa dismissed rumours of an impending Cabinet reshuffle or a change in the Prime Minister’s position, stating that no such discussions have taken place within the government.
Water Board confirms no data breach after SMS hoax
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board reported that approximately 10,000 fraudulent messages were sent via its SMS portal due to unauthuorized access. However, officials confirmed that no customer data was compromised during the incident.
SJB poised to nominate Riza Zarook for Colombo Mayor?
The Department of Pensions says a recent cyberattack did not result in data loss or service disruption, with systems now restored. The attack, reportedly linked to the Cloak ransomware group, is under investigation by SLCERT. Authorities have strengthened cybersecurity measures, while experts urge swift action amid rising threats.
Metro Bus Unit to modernize urban transport
The Cabinet has approved the establishment of a Metro Bus Unit under the Sri Lanka Transport Board. This initiative aims to deploy 100 high-tech, low-entry buses along major urban corridors, including Colombo, Kottawa, Kaduwela, Kadawatha, and Moratuwa, to enhance public transportation services.
MP Dayasiri Jayasekara apologizes for inaccurate BMW tender claim
Opposition MP Dayasiri Jayasekara issued an apology for his earlier statement alleging that a BMW was sold by the North Central Provincial Council for under Rs. 5 million. He acknowledged that the information was incorrect and clarified that the vehicle was sold for Rs. 21.8 million.
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