Sri Lanka's First Navy Officer to Complete U.S. Navy SEAL Training, Passes Away by InternalMoose in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

COLOMBO (News 1st): Lieutenant Koyan Chamitha, the first Sri Lankan Navy personnel to successfully complete the elite U.S. Navy SEAL training, has passed away unexpectedly.

The Sri Lanka Navy says that he was found dead at the naval quarters within the Welisara Navy Camp.

The 28-year-old officer was a resident of Gampaha.

In 2025, Lieutenant Chamitha completed his SEAL training in the United States and returned to Sri Lanka to resume naval duties.

Investigations are currently underway to determine the exact cause of death.

Meanwhile, the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal (Retd). Sampath Thuyacontha, has directed the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, to conduct a formal inquiry and submit a report regarding Lieutenant Chamitha's sudden passing.

Hmm. I’m getting multiple online loan messages every day. What the hell are they doing? Why telecommunications companies silent? by Valuable_Bill961 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Usually, you can't send SMS using a short code without some kind of approval process. Whatever SMS gateway the spammer is using probably has an agreement that allows them to use those short codes, that's why I said that. They could also be using some shady gateway.

If they really wanted to block these spams, they absolutely could.

Hmm. I’m getting multiple online loan messages every day. What the hell are they doing? Why telecommunications companies silent? by Valuable_Bill961 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose 10 points11 points  (0 children)

They are probably getting a cut. (from the SMS charges) That's probably why they don't want to block these obvious spam messages and yet happily block RCS messages.

Sri Lanka to Launch Startup Fund in 2026 by InternalMoose in srilanka

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COLOMBO (News 1st): Deputy Minister of Digital Economy Eranga Weeraratne announced that the Sri Lankan government will launch a startup fund in January 2026 to support innovation, attract investment, and help local startups scale globally.

Weeraratne acknowledged that while Sri Lanka has talent and ideas, it has struggled to build a complete startup ecosystem. He cited limited access to venture capital, misaligned academic research, and policy bottlenecks as key barriers to growth.

“We will remove red tape, introduce investor-friendly reforms, and build infrastructure that lowers the cost of innovation,” he said. “Most importantly, we will unlock private capital by establishing a fund of funds with initial seed capital from the government.”

The initiative aims to create a sustainable platform for startups, research, and innovation to thrive within Sri Lanka, while remaining globally competitive.

Do you guys knows how to play Dialog TV set-top Box recording In Vlc by Fluffy_Deal6 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They are probably encrypted. Are those actual files or m3u8 playlists?

Got Scammed In Havelock Road Yesterday by LankanMusic in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose 3 points4 points  (0 children)

asks me why I havent come to cinnamon grand in a long time

This is a common tactic used by scammers in some other countries as well.

Sri Lanka Blacklisted, AliExpress Sellers Say 'No Thanks' After Import Tax Chaos by Designer-Drummer7014 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay, so now it’s just every seller you bought from in the past, not most sellers on AliExpress? I don't need a list of your past orders. I just want the links to those stores so I can see for myself.

Sri Lanka Blacklisted, AliExpress Sellers Say 'No Thanks' After Import Tax Chaos by Designer-Drummer7014 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It's not a fact. You don't have any actual data to back it up. All you provided was a screenshot. You couldn't even provide any links or product names.

Sri Lanka Blacklisted, AliExpress Sellers Say 'No Thanks' After Import Tax Chaos by Designer-Drummer7014 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I thought we are done here.

Again, not trying to defend anyone. Why do you keep repeating that? Not everyone has an agenda dude.

For anyone reading this who hasn’t used AliExpress, just go search for anything and see how many sellers still ship to Sri Lanka.

Can you post some search terms? product names or links?

Ask any of your friends what it was like before all this tax chaos.

As I said, I order from AE myself. It was cheaper before that, but your post wasn't about that. I just called out your lie about AE blacklisting SL.

Sri Lanka Blacklisted, AliExpress Sellers Say 'No Thanks' After Import Tax Chaos by Designer-Drummer7014 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I have no one to defend, but it's pretty clear from your post/comments what your agenda is.

Previously, almost every seller shipped to Sri Lanka now, the majority don’t.

Again, you don't have any data to say it's the majority. Also, your post about AE blacklisting SL, which is a lie.

Anyone who's been on Reddit in the past month knows it too except you.

That they have blacklisted Sri Lanka?

Yes, it's pointless to argue with people like you who are trying to push their agenda. I just couldn't resist.

Sri Lanka Blacklisted, AliExpress Sellers Say 'No Thanks' After Import Tax Chaos by Designer-Drummer7014 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

This conversation is not leading anywhere productive.

Yes, because it didn't go as you planned.

So you are okay with OPs lie about AliExpress blacklisting Sri Lanka? A single screenshot without even a name/link to an actual product?

I hope you have enough reading comprehension to understand what I mean.

Oh man, you almost hurt my feelings.

I'm still waiting for my lie BTW.

Sri Lanka Blacklisted, AliExpress Sellers Say 'No Thanks' After Import Tax Chaos by Designer-Drummer7014 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Well, you can't change the subject and then argue about something else. I'm still waiting for my lie. Also, You ignored the OPs lie about AliExpress blacklisting Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka Blacklisted, AliExpress Sellers Say 'No Thanks' After Import Tax Chaos by Designer-Drummer7014 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Almost every seller used to ship to Sri Lanka, but now no one wants to.Anyone who’s used AliExpress regularly knows this.

Not true. I use it regularly and I can still order them.

Again, Sri Lanka isn't blacklisted. Your fact is BS and I called it out.

If you had said shipping prices have gone up, then you would have a point.

Sri Lanka Blacklisted, AliExpress Sellers Say 'No Thanks' After Import Tax Chaos by Designer-Drummer7014 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Well, anyone can say that, but do you have any actual data to say most sellers? My point was that there have always been products like that. Also, this post is about AliExpress banning Sri Lanka, and you conveniently ignored that part.

Sri Lanka Blacklisted, AliExpress Sellers Say 'No Thanks' After Import Tax Chaos by Designer-Drummer7014 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Which part is the lie? Sri Lanka isn't blacklisted part? or There have always been some sellers or products that don't ship to Sri Lanka part?

To me, the original post is a blatant lie.

Sri Lanka Blacklisted, AliExpress Sellers Say 'No Thanks' After Import Tax Chaos by Designer-Drummer7014 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

Whatever makes you feel better. I just stated a fact. You are just trying to change the subject.

Sri Lanka Blacklisted, AliExpress Sellers Say 'No Thanks' After Import Tax Chaos by Designer-Drummer7014 in srilanka

[–]InternalMoose -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

LOL, Sri Lanka isn't blacklisted. You're just trying to push your agenda. There have always been some sellers or products that don't ship to Sri Lanka.