Total of 736,589 applications received for postal voting; 24,268 rejected : Commissioner General Elections

 A total of 736,589 applications have been received for postal voting at the 2024 Presidential election, and a total of 24,268 applications among them have been rejected, Commissioner General Elections Saman Sri Ratnayake said. Addressing the media, he said a total of 712,321 applicants are eligible for postal voting. The Commission is expecting a maximum of 800,000 applications for postal …

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Three patients go to court claiming Rs.300 million from Keheliya

Three patients who were subjected to permanent loss of sight due to the use of ‘Prednisolone Acetatean’ eye drops used after cataract surgeries at a government hospital, filed lawsuits before the Colombo District Court today claiming Rs.300 million from former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and ten others for the damage caused to their eyes and possible threats to their lives. …

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Kenyan couple ties knot in their 90s after decades of love

Ibrahim Mbogo and Tabitha Wangui married after six decades of their first love A 95-year-old Kenyan man married his 90-year-old long-time sweetheart at the weekend, six decades after they first met, local media reported on Monday. Ibrahim Mbogo walked down the aisle with Tabitha Wangui at a white wedding at a church on Sunday, private media outlet Citizen Digital reported. …

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President Wickremesinghe’s Two Years of Triumph in Overcoming the Crisis

Over the past two years, President Ranil Wickremesinghe has made significant strides in leading the country out of its most severe economic crisis, restoring stability, and setting it back on the path to progress. His comprehensive program addressed not only the collapsed economy but also every critical area necessary for stability and growth. Notably, the President’s initiatives included passing the …

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Around 35,000 Students Visit the President’s House in the Last Two Years

Over the past two years, approximately 35,000 schoolchildren have been given the opportunity to visit various educational landmarks around Colombo. These include the President’s House, the Presidential Secretariat in the Old Parliament Building, Harbour City, the Central Bank, the Parliament, and the Lotus Tower. This unprecedented initiative was launched under the directives of President Ranil Wickremesinghe. It was guided by …

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Remarks by Ambassador Chung at the Inauguration Ceremony for the “Ship in a Box” Kirinda Coast Guard Station

Officials of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard, EXBS, Aitken-Spence, Amentum Corporation, dear colleagues, and friends    It is a great pleasure to be here with you at the Inauguration of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard “Ship in a Box” simulator and to have the team that has helped build this wonderful project with us today, several of whom have traveled from …

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Sri Lanka Seeks Economic Cooperation Agreements from Japan to India, Aiming for Closer Integration with India

President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized the importance of strengthening economic cooperation and regional integration from Japan to India, with a special focus on deepening ties with India. The President made these remarks while addressing the Head of State Session of the 3rd Voice of Global South Summit, held under the theme “An Empowered Global South for a Sustainable Future.” Speaking from …

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Inauguration of the Newly Expanded American Corner Matara

On August 14, U. S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung inaugurated the newly renovated American Corner in Matara.  Open since 2018, the American Corner in Matara serves as a bridge between the people of the United States and Sri Lanka through programs, events, and learning opportunities. Following the renovation, the expanded American Corner in Matara has doubled its original …

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Parliament to meet next week only on the 21st – The Committee on Parliamentary Business decides

Mrs. Kushani Rohanadeera, the Secretary General of Parliament stated that the Parliament will meet only on Wednesday, the 21st of the second sitting week of August. This was decided at the Committee on Parliamentary Business which met on the 8th August under the chairmanship of Speaker Hon. Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena. Accordingly, on Wednesday, the 21st August time has been allotted from 9.30 a.m. to …

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How can PCOS/PCOD impact female fertility? Know from expert

Learn about the impact of PCOS/PCOD on female fertility, including irregular periods, hormonal imbalance, and more. Discover effective management options for improving the chances of successful pregnancy. In today’s world, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) or Polycystic Ovary Disease (PCOD) is a common hormonal disorder that affects a large number of women of reproductive age. While PCOS/PCOD presents a similar range …

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