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llegal transfer of billion dollars: Businessman, four bank managers further remanded

A businessman and four private bank officials arrested over the alleged illegal transfer of more than USD 1 billion out of Sri Lanka under the guise of importing goods were yesterday further remanded…

  • Four bank managers and a businessman remanded until September 3
  • Arrests made in connection with alleged USD 1 billion transfer scam
  • Police focus on Colombo Fort money changer facilitating overseas transfers

Jobs of 7,000 Lankans in Israel in jeopardy

Chamara blows whistle on workers who abuse their contracts by Saman Indrajith Around 7,000 Sri Lankan migrant workers in Israel are facing possible deportation after taking up jobs outside the…

  • 7,000 Sri Lankan workers in Israel face potential deportation.
  • Workers took jobs outside initial employment categories.
  • Government investigating situation and seeking fair resolution.

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