AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPassenger Drones: Sri Lanka began testing a Chinese-made, pilotless air taxi at Colombo Port City, with trials expected to run for about five months before any commercial launch. Cricket: Dhananjaya de Silva’s century helped Sri Lanka recover to 301-4 against Pakistan in the first Test, replying to 434-9. Pakistan has moved the second Test from smog-hit Lahore to Rawalpindi. Weather: Meteorologists warn a Bay of Bengal disturbance could bring heavy rain, especially to the east, from around November 15; fishing and naval communities are urged to follow advisories. Regional Health: Colombo is hosting the first BIMSTEC Health Ministers’ Meeting, with Sri Lanka’s Nalinda Jayatissa elected chair as members discuss disease control and emergency preparedness. Sport: Lahiru Achintha won silver in the 1,500 metres at the Youth Olympic Games, Sri Lanka’s second-ever medal at the event. Business Reform: A pilot aims to cut sole-proprietor and partnership registration to five working days, replacing a process dating back to 1918. Water Investment: The ADB approved $300 million for water and sanitation projects, with service improvements and accountability now key challenges.
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