If we continue with traditional politics in the next Presidential Election, it will be impossible to prevent a third civil war in the country

Member of Parliament, Wajira Abeywardana, notified that adhering to traditional political ideologies in the upcoming Presidential Election could risk a return to civil war in the country. He stated that if such a situation arises, the responsible parties should be held accountable. He noted that while the new Economic Transformation Bill was unanimously passed by all 225 members of Parliament, …

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What is the Role of Leaders in building talent and capabilities ? – Eran Wickramaratne

We must spend more on human resources and education and move away from ‘hard‘infrastructure to ‘soft’ infrastructure investments as a country said Eran Wickramaratne  SJB, MP speaking at the Sri Lanka Human Capital Summit 2024 under the theme of Towards a future ready workforce at the Temple Trees Auditorium. “Let us be open to private sector and foreign suppliers on university …

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Hirunika released on bail

Former Parliamentarian Hirunika Premachandra, who was sentenced to a three-year jail term in connection with an abduction case in 2015, was granted bail today (22) by the Colombo High Court pending appeal. Colombo High Court Judge Amal Ranaraja ordered the release of Hirunika Premachandra on a cash bail of Rs. 50,000 with two sureties of Rs. 500,000 each. In addition, …

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Imthiaz Bakeer Markar  to be appointed new SJB Chairman – SJB General Secretary

SJB the party is slated to appoint national list MP Imthiaz Bakeer Markar as its new chairman in place of Sarath Fonseka. SJB General Secretary Ranjith Madduma Bandara said party seniors are currently having discussions to this effect. “We are currently discussing the matter at the moment. It is obvious that we have to appoint a new chairman as Field …

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Sri Lanka’s Fate Would Remain Tragic Even with Local Government Elections Amid Economic Recovery

President Ranil Wickremesinghe stated that if funds had been allocated to the local government elections, the country would have faced a tragic situation instead of focusing on economic recovery. The President emphasized that there were several critical areas that needed funding priority over the elections. Despite these challenges, President Wickremesinghe highlighted that the country’s economy has been strengthened and moved …

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Free land and housing rights are given to the people covering villages, towns and plantations – The President

President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced plans to develop the Western Province into a major city accommodating approximately 05 million people. The President emphasized that the government is implementing a revolutionary program to provide freehold land and housing rights to the people covering villages, towns, and plantations, aiming to alleviate hardships faced by the country’s citizens. President Ranil Wickremesinghe made these remarks …

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The country needs a political culture that prioritizes national interests over traditional politics

President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized the importance of a political culture that prioritizes the nation over traditional politics for the country’s advancement. He underscored that all political leaders, both in government and opposition, bear significant responsibility and must support initiatives aimed at improving the national economy. The President also emphasized that the responsibilities of all political leaders, from both the government …

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The True Revolution Begins with Building a Strong National Foundation

Pointing out that the “Urumaya” program has been able to create that background for the people of Sri Lanka, the President said that everyone should unite with the “Urumaya” program, which will popularize the genuine socialist ideals beyond partisan politics. The President made these remarks at the “Urumaya” freehold land deeds award ceremony held at Tambuttegama Mahaweli Stadium, where he …

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