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- July 27th, 2024
Four candidates have officially submitted their cash deposits for the 2024 Presidential Election today (26). The Election Commission confirmed this in a statement. The candidates who placed their deposits are: Ranil Wickremesinghe – Independent Sarath Keerthirathne – Independent Oshala Herath...
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Together, Let’s Advance This Program. Advancing the Country by Building a Progressive, Export-Centric Digital and Green Economy – President stated Launching the Digital Economy Strategy 2030 Program in Kegalle. Smart Classroom Equipment Provided to 42 Pirivens and 62 Schools in...
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The Presidential Election would be conducted on Saturday, September 21, the Election Commission has officially proclaimed. The Gazette Notification said that the nominations would be accepted on August 15, while the election would be held on Saturday, September 21.
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Full Implementation of Anti-Corruption Legislation. National Anti-Corruption Strategy for 2025-2029. Expanded Powers for the Auditor General. Increased Authority for the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). Transparency in State Procurement: Disclosure of state procurement information exceeding one...
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The Election Commission announced that an extraordinary gazette notification will be issued tomorrow (26) to announce the date of the Presidential Election. The Commission said it holds no responsibility for remarks made by various individuals and parties on the day...
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Economic Transformation to Be Implemented Over the Next 10 Years Education System Reforms to Align with New Technology – President at the 106th College Day Celebration of Bandaranayake College, Gampaha. President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced that Sri Lanka will implement a...
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The Supreme Court today issued an interim order restraining Deshabandu Tennakoon from functioning as the Inspector General of Police. The order will be effective until the final determination of nine Fundamental Rights Applications filed challenging his appointment as IGP. The...
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"The government is planning to totally scrap the divorce law and introduce a new law named 'no fault divorce'," Justice Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe said yesterday (23). The Justice Minister said the new Bill will authorize the court to give a...
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The National Election Commission is slated to announce date for the 2024 Presidential Election before Saturday (27). Sources also indicated that the election date has already been finalized. Further, the Gazette notification for announcing the Presidential Poll will be published...
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The Specialist Committee to Address Salary Discrepancies in the Government Service is now accepting proposals for revising salaries and allowances. You can download the application form from the official website of the Presidential Secretariat at www.presidentsoffice.gov.lk .All proposals must be prepared using...
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Confirming the release date of his upcoming comedy flick, actor AKshay Kumar shared a motion posters on his Instagram account featuring all the lead stars. Khel Khel Mein will now clash with John Abraham's Vedaa and Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao's...
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The census for the second phase of the “Aswesuma” Welfare Benefit Program is scheduled to be completed by July 31. Additionally, for families who missed the opportunity to apply during the first phase, applications were called again in February, resulting...
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There are a few questions I find myself pondering again and again: how would I do as a contestant on Survivor? Should I learn Italian? And is my dog happy? When Cleo, a nine-year-old mutt, first came home with me...
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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...
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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...
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If you've had a splitting headache for years or were newly diagnosed with a migraine, it may be time to roll out that yoga mat. Even though there are numerous therapies for headaches and migraines, yoga is regarded as a...
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced plans to ensure returning migrant workers can live with dignity after completing their service abroad. He thanked these workers for their vital contributions of foreign exchange during the recent economic crisis, acknowledging their crucial role in...
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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...
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The former MP Dr. Jayampathi Wickramaratne who played a key role in drafting the 19th Amendment , said the upper limit of the term of President and Parliament as mentioned in Article 83 of the Constitution was not touched at...
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There is No Doubt – We will Win the Upcoming Election – President Remarks Before Former Heads of Local Government Institutions. The President Has Never Made False Promises – State Minister Janaka Wakkumbura. President Ranil Wickremesinghe stated that if funds...
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President Calls for Single Agency to Oversee Post-School Education and Training Centres to Align NVQ Qualifications with International Standards. Highlights Strategic Connectivity and Education Reforms. President Ranil Wickremesinghe has performed an extraordinary effort in restoring stability to the country following...
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Ever wondered how babies view the world? An intriguing study published on Thursday revealed that infants between the ages of four and 12 months use their mother's scent to recognize faces. According to the research published in the Child Development...
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The Court of Appeal today ordered to release BBS General Secretary Ven. Galabodaatte Gnanasara Thera on bail pending an appeal. Ven. Gnanasara Thera was ordered to be released on a cash bail of Rs.50,000 with two sureties of Rs.500,000. The...
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Humans are obsessed with hair. We love it; we hate it; we want more of it; we want less of it; we dye it green sometimes. Many of us also shave it. We shave legs, faces, armpits, crotches, chests, toes....
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EDB in collaboration with Sri Lanka Embassy in Jakarta organized a briefing session to discuss on “Indonesian Investment opportunities for Foreign Investors” with Directorate of Investment Promotion of Indonesia and the Ministry of Investments of Indonesia on 12th July 2024....
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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...
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Minister of Water Supply and Estate Infrastructure Development Jeevan Thondaman, announced that the reduction of water tariffs is being studied alongside the new electricity tariff revision, with a decision expected by the end of this week. The Minister also highlighted...
In view of the forthcoming Presidential election, President Ranil Wickremesinghe has submitted a Cabinet paper for the approval of the Cabinet of Ministers to ensure the safety of the candidates. This proposal suggests the appointment of a committee to conduct...
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Consumers Using Less than 90 Units Benefit Most from the Electricity Price Revision. Future Electricity Tariff Expected to Decrease Further in 03 years – Minister of Power and Energy, Kanchana Wijesekera. Minister of Power and Energy, Kanchana Wijesekera highlighted that...
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Media Release Sri Lanka Cricket will host the Annual Conference of the International Cricket Council (ICC) in Sri Lanka from July 19th to 22nd, 2024. The mega cricket conference will bring together over 220 delegates from 108 ICC member countries...
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Currently, there are efforts by various individuals to undermine the economic framework that propels the country forward – Says the President at the Lawyer’s meeting. The support that was given to President Mahinda, who won the civil war, should now...
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The Fundamental Rights petition filed by a lawyer seeking a declaration that the Presidential election should not be held without a referendum on the 19th amendment to the Constitution, was dismissed by the Supreme Court with a Rs. 500,000 cost...
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The Attorney General today raised preliminary objections challenging the maintainability of the Fundamental Rights petition filed by Attorney-at-Law Aruna Laksiri seeking a declaration that the Presidential election should not be held without a referendum on the 19th amendment to the...
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Working Together Beyond Political Differences for National Advancement. Celebrating Two Years of Achievements Rooted in Nonpartisan Efforts- President. President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that true revolutions are not about violence or destruction, but about creating a foundation where people can advance...
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Former US President Donald Trump was rushed off stage after gunshots erupted at a rally in Pennsylvania in an apparent assassination attempt. Footage showed him grimace and raise a hand to his right ear, before ducking as several sharp cracks...
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The Vehicular Emission Test Trust Fund (VET) of Motor Vehicles has announced that vehicles emitting excessive smoke will be blacklisted. VAT explained that if a vehicle is observed emitting excessive smoke, a maintenance order will be issued to the vehicle...
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Renal health and blood pressure can be regulated by diet. A crucial element of such a diet is lean protein. But what exactly does lean protein imply, and why they are beneficial to individuals with kidney and blood pressure issues?...
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Finally, the most-awaited day of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding has arrived. From former UK PM Tony Blair to Kim Kardashian, celebrities worldwide have arrived in Mumbai to attend the year's biggest wedding. Anant Ambani, the younger son of...
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I want to ask the President why he is creating the confusion particularly at this time when the Presidential election is in the offing. When we all know, the constitution in Section 30 (2) very clearly says that the term...
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The India National Men’s Team will tour Sri Lanka during the months of July and August for a white ball tour. They will engage in a three-match T20I series and a three-match ODI series during the tour. The India National...
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The Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Audrey Azoulay will visit Sri Lanka from 16 – 19 July 2024 at the invitation of the Government of Sri Lanka. During the visit, Director-General Azoulay will call...
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Mr. K. Parinda Ranasinghe P.C. was sworn in as the Attorney General of Sri Lanka this morning (12). The ceremony took place at the Presidential Secretariat, where he took the oath before President Ranil Wickremesinghe. This appointment, made by President...
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Saliyapura Gajaba Regiment on July 17. Kurunegala Vijayaba Regiment on July 19. Kalutara Police Training College on July 23. Based on a concept of President Ranil Wickremesinghe, freehold land deeds were presented unconditionally and free of charge to war heroes...
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Following discussions with Transport Minister Bandula Gunawardana, the Sri Lanka Railways Station Masters' Union (SLRSMU) has decided to call off their ongoing train strike starting tonight. Accordingly, the Minister informed the union officials that no disciplinary action will be taken...
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The President’s philosophy emphasizes perseverance during adversity. Schools urged apply for scholarships for students from Grade 1 to Grade 11. The Presidential Scholarship award for A-Level students and students from Grade 01 to 11 from low-income families will commence at...
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Australia SHOCKER: 12-year-old girl eaten alive by crocodile while enjoying swimming with her family
Rangers have shot dead a 14-foot crocodile in northern Australia after it killed a 12-year-old girl while she was swimming with her family last week, police said Wednesday. The girl’s death was the first fatal crocodile attack in the Northern Territory...
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Star of India's title-winning campaign in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2011, Gautam Gambhir has been named as the new head coach of the India men's cricket team. India have announced former opener Gautam Gambhir as the new head...
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Ownership of 130 homes across 31 Apartment Complexesin Colombo District Granted. President Ranil Wickremesinghe, reflecting on the destruction of his home by fire two years ago, emphasized the importance of having a secure home. This realization prompted him to launch...
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Media Release President’s Secretary Mr. Saman Ekanayake responded to a letter from the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) regarding the appointment of the new Attorney General following the retirement of Mr. Sanjay Rajaratnam, PC. Mr. Ekanayake highlighted that the...
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New obesity diagnosis goes beyond BMI! Researchers propose including waist-to-height ratio to identify high health risks from fat distribution. Researchers have introduced a new framework for diagnosing and managing obesity, stating that it should no longer be defined solely by...
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Older women, especially those going through menopause are more prone to osteoporosis. Thus, they must include calcium-rich foods in their diet or they must take calcium supplements. When women reach the age of 45 to 55, they go through menopause....
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Government unable to fulfill such demands burdening the people. In order to grant a Rs. 10,000 pay hike, the government will need another Rs. 140 billion annually. In order to grant a Rs. 20,000 pay hike, the government will need...
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The Fundamental Rights petition filed by a businessman seeking an order restraining the Election Commission from holding the Presidential election in 2024 was today dismissed by the Supreme Court with Rs.100,000 cost. The Supreme Court five-judge-bench comprising Chief Justice Jayantha...
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'Club Wasantha' (Surendra Wasantha Perera) was killed and several persons including singer K. Sujeewa have been hospitalised following a shooting at Oruwala Junction in Athurugiriya a short while ago, police said. They said the injured were admitted to the Athurugiriya and...
While raising preliminary objections against the Fundamental Rights petition seeking an order restraining the Election Commission from holding the Presidential election in 2024, the Attorney General today moved the Supreme Court to dismiss this petition in limine at the outset....
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People holding photos of those lost in Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 and Lion Air Flight 610 wait for the start of a Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019, about...
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Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 08 July 2024 The prevailing showery conditions are expected to continuetoday in the south-western part of the island. Showers will occur at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Galle and Matara districts....
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The Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) has seized a luxury BMW registered on Piyumi Hansamali"s name from a garage in Nawala. The car was found at a two-storied house belonging to a businessman arrested for importing kush and cocaine worth over...
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11 year old Ajsa, is photographed on the 1st of June 2016, in front of a laptop, with her head in her hands. The capture was taken for the promotion of the “END Violence Online” campaign, in the city of...
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Former Sri Lankan captain Jayasuriya has been appointed as the interim Head Coach of the Sri Lanka men's national cricket team. Jayasuriya will lead the team for the home series against India and the Test tour to England. Jayasuriya also...
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xr:d:DAFJyAAjpcs:2,j:33268305634,t:22081916 June is the #Pride month where we commemorate, celebrate and recognize Two-Spirit (North American specific term to recognize two-spirit Indigenous folks), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer, Questioning, Asexual and additional sexual orientations and gender identities (2SLGBTIQQA+) activism, culture...
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Government Employees Receive Salary Increases Despite Economic Crisis. Upcoming Budget to Allocate Necessary Provisions for Salary Increases. Despite Calls to Cut Public Service Amid Economic Crisis, Salaries Were Paid on Time. As the Country Recovers from Economic Crisis, Unified Effort...
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe informed the Maha Nayaka of the Ramagna Maha Nikaya Most Ven. Makulewe Wimala Thera that he had informed the Election Commissioner of the need to hold the Presidential election on the scheduled date. The President visited the...
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The Labour Party has won a landslide victory in the UK general election, sweeping hundreds of seats across the country and ending 14 years of Conservative rule. Sir Keir Starmer is set to be appointed prime minister later on Friday,...
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe said today that Chamindra Dayan Lenawa, who filed a fundamental rights petition before the Supreme Court to halt the Presidential election, had not consulted the President or his legal representatives before filing this application, the President's Media...
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After the extravaganza in the USA and the West Indies, a glance at how the next Men's T20 World Cup could look in 2026 in India and Sri Lanka. As the world enjoyed a spellbinding 20-team event in the USA...
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Maintaining Discipline is Key to Sustaining Education in Our Country. Strict Measures against Disruption of School Hours, 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM, Ensured for Future. No Unjust Treatment in Teacher Promotions or Transfers. Future Systems for Teacher Transfers and Promotions...
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At least 121 people have been killed in a crush at a religious gathering in northern India, officials have said. The incident took place at a satsang (a Hindu religious event) in Hathras district in Uttar Pradesh state. The victims,...
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The SJB parliamentary group unanimously approved a resolution that the party will not support any national government under President Ranil Wickremesinghe, SJB General Secretary Ranjith Madduma Bandara said today. The resolution was proposed by MP Buddika Pathirana when the Parliamentary...
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A grace period until 2028 for principal loan repayment. Substantial reduction in interest rates. Extension of the loan repayment period by 8 years. Substantial fiscal capacity includes efforts to restore the economy, bolster reserves, establish fiscal buffers, and enhance debt...
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While delivering a speech in Parliament today, President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced that an agreement was reached on June 26 with Sri Lanka's official creditors about debt repayment, the President's Media Division (PMD) said. They said the authorised Cabinet officials have...
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Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 02 July 2024 Several spells of showers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Galle and Matara districts. Showers or thundershowers may occur at several places in Uva province and...
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Approximately 27 foreign players will add the glamour to the five-cornered Lanka Premier League showpiece night cricket grandeur that takes off today with Kandy Falcons taking on Dambulla Sixers in the curtain raiser at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium....
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Agriculture Industry Reaping Benefits of New Technology Introduction. Youth Agri Entrepreneurship Project Boosting Opportunities in Agriculture. Railway Service Utilized to Minimize Crop Damage During Transport – Secretary to the Ministry of Agriculture and Plantation Janaka Dharmakeerthi. Introduction of Fertilizer and...
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The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has reduced its fuel prices with effect from tonight. Accordingly, a litre of Lanka Petrol 92 Octane Euro 4 (Rs. 355) has been reduce by Rs. 11, and its new retail price will be Rs....
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Helping India lift the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Barbados, Jasprit Bumrah's campaign was capped off by Aramco Player of the Tournament accolades. Jasprit Bumrah's T20 World Cup 2024 will go down in history as one of the greatest...
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Learn from Me: Building the Country Together Comes First, Politics Second – President. President Urges Opposition: Join the Path of Unity for National Progress. Extensive Work for the Country: President Unites Patriots over Past Two Years. Communicate to Protect and...
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe declared a Rs.25 million allocation for the restoration of tanks in the Divisional Secretariat Division, which issues the highest number of deeds under the “Urumaya” freehold land deeds program. He highlighted that these efforts are geared towards...
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The Judicial Service Association of Sri Lanka (JSASL), the organization representing all the District Court Judges and Magistrates in the country, has decided to call a Special General Meeting tomorrow (30) to discuss unwarranted criticisms directed at the judicial system,...
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The Election Commission has informed several major institutions to prepare for the upcoming presidential election. Accordingly, the Government Printing Department, the Inspector General of Police, the Ceylon Electricity Board, the National Water Supply and Drainage Board and the Sri Lanka...
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Former Colombo district Parliamentarian Hirunika Premachandra was found guilty of her involvement in the abduction of a youth using a Defender and was given a three-year prison sentence by the Colombo High Court today. Colombo High Court Judge Amal Ranaraja...
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The India captain wants his side to keep it simple when taking on South Africa in the T20 World Cup final in Barbados. India captain Rohit Sharma has urged his team to remain calm and stay composed as they seek...
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Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 28 June 2024 Several spells of showers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Matara districts. Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in Uva province...
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Mr. Chris Silverwood, head coach of the national team, has tendered his resignation from the position, citing personal reasons. “Being an international coach means long periods away from loved ones. After lengthy conversations with my family and with a heavy...
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe visited Balangoda Sri Dharmananda Vidyayathana Pirivena today (27) and received blessings from Most Ven. Karagoda Uyangoda Maithri Murthi Maha Nayaka Thera, Chairman of the Amarapura Maha Sangha Sabha and the Mahanayake of the Rassagala Chapter of the...
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While some are struggling for the presidency, I struggle for the nation. The child, referred to as Mother Lanka, was safely carried across the perilous vine bridge. Just like in the story of the ‘Caucasian chalk circle’, those who provided...
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Against the use of tear gas and water cannons to disperse the protestors, the Ceylon Teachers' Union has decided to continue their sick leave campaign for the second day tomorrow, CTU General Secretary Joseph Stalin said. Joseph Stalin told the...
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State Minister of Women and Children’s Affairs, Mrs. Geetha Kumarasinghe, stated that in Sri Lanka’s political history, no bill addressing women’s rights or equal status has ever been introduced. The State Minister also highlighted that the Women’s Empowerment Bill, introduced...
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No Tolerance for Deprivation of Inheritance Rights, Affirms President. Acknowledgement for Dedicated Officials in Urumaya Program Success. Political Unity Urged by President for Urumaya Initiative. President Ranil Wickremesinghe has revealed that while numerous government officials are diligently working on the...
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Patali, Rajitha, Fonseka to join hands with President -Aimed at strengthening ruling party's administrative framework ahead of upcoming presidential polls -Reshuffle rumored to occur within the next two weeks Speculation is rife within the political circles of an imminent cabinet...
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Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 25 June 2024 Showers will occur at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Matara districts. Heavy showers about 100mm are likely at some places in Western and Sabaragamuwa provincesand in Kandy...
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe will address the nation on Wednesday, June 26, to brief on the country's economic challenges and provide an update on the foreign debt restructuring efforts. In his address, the President will brief the public on the current...
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It is the rating agencies that should announce that a nation has come out of bankruptcy, Dr Harsha De Silva said today. “We have heard that President Ranil Wickremesinghe is to announce that Sri Lanka had come out of...
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Animals or animal products will not be allowed to be imported into Sri Lanka from any country where bird flu has been reported, the Animal Production and Health Department’s Director General Dr. Hemali Kothalawala today announced. Dr. Hemali Kothalawala said...
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Teachers, principals, teacher instructors and Piriven teachers are set to launch a one-day sick leave campaign next Wednesday (26) to protest against unresolved salary anomalies and other demands, the Ceylon Teachers' Union (CTU) General Secretary Joseph Stalin said. He told...
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The country cannot prosper under leaders who abandon it in times of crisis President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that a nation cannot prosper under leaders who flee during times of crisis. He further highlighted that had he not taken charge during...
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Dr. Chamil Wijesinghe, spokesperson of the Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) warned of a wave of economic crisis-driven brain drain among medical professionals, as 25 percent of them have already taken the necessary exams to find employment abroad. “If we...
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The Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Committee selected the following 18-member Sri Lanka squad to tour England. The Honorable Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs, Harin Fernando, approved the squad. The team during the tour will play three One Day Games...
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Joint ventures between India and Sri Lanka in the energy sector will be expedited to benefit the people of both nations. Dedicated to fostering new development for the people of the North who have endured 30 years of conflict –...
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‘’We also did not think that Mr. Ranil Wickramasinghe would be able to recover the country from the economic crisis in such a short period of time. But we have to accept it today. If you are a person who...
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Energy Sector Cooperation Takes Center Stage. Sampur Solar Power Plant Construction Set for July Kickoff. India Boosts Sri Lanka’s Liquid Milk and Fertilizer Industries. In a significant diplomatic exchange, President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar...
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WEATHER FORECAST FOR 21 June 2024 Issued at 12.00 noon on 20 June 2024 Showers will occur at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Matara districts. Fairly heavy showers above 75 mm are likely...
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Commissioning of Three Development Projects Enhances Bilateral Cooperation and Community Benefits. Indian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. S. Jaishankar, commenced his official visit to Sri Lanka with a significant meeting with President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the President House in Colombo...
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Some individuals are accustomed to taking every issue to court. The development of the country cannot be achieved through constant litigation; it must be driven by a cohesive national policy – The President remarks at the Opening of the International...
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Amidst growing concerns over the spread of Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS), or commonly known as 'flesh-eating bacteria' across Japan, Sri Lankan health authorities have moved to reassure the public, emphasizing that there is no cause for panic. However, Sri...
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Call for Parliamentary Select Committee to Review Supreme Court’s Decision on Gender Equality Bill. Bill Unrelated to Same-Sex Marriage. Protection of Buddhism and Women’s Rights must be assured – President. President Ranil Wickremesinghe delivering a special statement to Parliament today...
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Russian leader will have talks with Kim Jong-un with shared aim of expanding security and economic cooperation Vladimir Putin has praised North Korea for supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine, as he travels to Pyongyang to seek continued military support from one...
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WEATHER FORECAST FOR 19 June 2024 Issued at 12.00 noon on 18 June 2024 The prevailing rainy condition in the south-western part of the island is expected to be somewhat enhanced in the next few days from tomorrow (19th). Showers...
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Secretary to the Ministry of Justice, Prison Affairs and Constitutional Reforms, Mr. M. N. Ranasinghe. Secretary to the Ministry of Justice, Prison Affairs and Constitutional Reforms, Mr. M. N. Ranasinghe, stated that the period from 2022 to 2024 will be...
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PRESS RELEASEClarification on Imputed Rental Income Tax The recent publication of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) supported ExtendedFund Facility (EFF) programme related documents make reference to a proposedproperty tax to be implemented as an imputed rental income tax. The purpose...
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The citizens of this country, while seeking political solutions, have not prioritized addressing economic challenges – Says the President addressing the Youth Conference in Mannar. President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that the future of Sri Lanka will be determined by the...
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Sri Lanka Women had it easy making light of the West Indies Women handing out a 6-wicket thrashing with 95 balls to spare in their first ODI played at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium in Hambantota yesterday. The West...
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe met with Most Rev. Dr. Fidelis Lionel Emmanuel Fernando, the Bishop of Mannar, Diocese of Mannar at the Mannar Bishops House today (16). The bishop of Mannar commended President Ranil Wickremesinghe for his economic reform efforts aimed...
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vacant properties by 2025 IMF, in its latest report on Sri Lanka has proposed an imputed rental income tax from owner-occupied and vacant residential property to be introduced by April 1, 2025, with an exemption threshold and a graduated tax...
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Sri Lanka is urged to advance in digitalization as part of its new economic transformation agenda- President. The landmark event, the official launch of the Public Learn Education Platform http://www.publiclearn.lk/ for the Sri Lankan youth community took place at the Chamber Hall...
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The IMF said Sri Lankan authorities have formulated an initial roadmap to ease restrictions on motor vehicle imports by 2025. This plan will commence with public passenger and special purpose vehicles in the third quarter of 2024, followed by goods...
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I’m Committed to Ensuring Adequate Living Standards for All Citizens and Rapid Development for the Nation. President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that he has not deviated from the principles of the democratic socialist system in Sri Lanka. He noted that two...
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The Cabinet has approved the introduction of amendments to the Penal Code criminalizing all forms of sexual harassment and sexual harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual harassment in public places. The clearance of the Attorney General has been received for...
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Committee of Inquiry to be chaired by Ms. A.N.J. De Alwis, Retired Judge of the High Court. Report on the findings due by September 15, 2024. President Ranil Wickremesinghe has appointed a Committee of Inquiry to investigate the actions taken...
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Si Lanka’s hopes of going to the Super Eight of the ninth edition of the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup were good as over after heavy rains caused their third fixture of Group D against Nepal to be abandoned at...
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe has appointed a specialist committee to address salary anomalies in the government service. This committee, chaired by a former presidential secretary Mr. Udaya Seneviratne, comprises various distinguished members including Director General of the National Budget Department S.D.J....
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Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthening Indo-Sri Lankan Relations. President Ranil Wickremesinghe extended his warm congratulations to H.E. Narendra Modi, who was sworn in for a third consecutive term as Prime Minister of India. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining...
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UNP General Secretary Range Bandara stated that the same JVP which killed Police and Army personnel in the past is gathering retired police officers and holding meetings today. Range was speaking at the opening of the Election Operations Office of...
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Highlights U.S.-Sri Lanka People-to-People Ties The U.S. Embassy is proud to support the visit of acclaimed American physicist and best-selling author, MIT professor Dr. Alan Lightman, to Sri Lanka. On May 31, Dr. Lightman delivered an inspiring lecture at the...
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Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 10 June 2024 Several spells of showers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Matara districts. Fairly heavy showers above 50 mm are likely at some places in Sabaragamuwa province and...
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe, unlike his predecessors, was not elected by the people of Sri Lanka. He was appointed by SLPP MPs to replace the ousted President Gotabaya Rajapaksa. Mr Wickremesinghe is working to build a popular base, asserting that he...
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Sri Lanka suffered their second successive defeat yesterday in the 2024 T20 World Cup at the hands of Bangladesh by two wickets following another pathetic batting display by the frontline bar Pathum Nissanka 47 and 21 from Dhananjaya de Silva...
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe arrived in India this morning (09) via Indira Gandhi Airport to attend the swearing-in ceremony of H.E. Narendra Modi, who has been elected as the Prime Minister of India for the third consecutive term. President Wickremesinghe was...
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In a more or less Now or Never face off against Bangladesh in their second Group D fixture at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas tomorrow Saturday morning, Sri Lanka’s top order batsmen face the major challenge of coming smoking...
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The President has instructed the introduction of relief packages for the education and fishing sectors. State Minister of Technology, Kanaka Herath, announced that the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) has granted preliminary approval for ‘Starlink’ to provide satellite-based...
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe inaugurated his new political office in Colombo today (06) at an auspicious moment. The office, located on Sir Ernest de Silva Mawatha, will serve as the center for future political operations. The ceremony included religious rites and...
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The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) has granted preliminary approval for Starlink to provide satellite-based internet services in Sri Lanka, Technology State Minister Kanaka Herath announced. Minister Kanaka said the approval will be given following a formal public...
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Eran Wickramaratne Mr. Eran Wickramaratne, the opposition member praised the government and the Women Caucus in Parliament for having brought a progressive bill to empower women while addressing the debate, he said that with the amendments presented by the opposition,...
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Major General U.L.J.S Perera RSP USP psc assumed duties as the 38th Commandant of the Sri Lanka Military Academy (SLMA) on 03 June 2024. The incoming Commandant was welcomed in a Guard Turnout and a customary Guard of Honour at...
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Following the seasonal pattern where activities across many sectors slowdown during the traditional new year celebrations, Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Construction (PMI - Construction) decreased to an index value of 31.9 in April 2024. This indicates a contraction...
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The Cabinet has approved the memorandum presented by President Ranil Wickremesinghe to provide food and essential services to residents in Kolonnawa and other areas in the country affected by recent floods as a result of adverse weather conditions. This decision...
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe received the credentials of five newly appointed High Commissioners and nine Ambassadors to Sri Lanka at the Colombo Fort President’s House this morning (05). The High Commissioners representing New Zealand, the Republic of Cyprus, the Maldives, the...
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Sigiriya Rock, known as the 'eighth wonder' by Sri Lankans, is a popular tourist destination not only among Sri Lankans but also among foreign tourists. Sigiriya, site in central Sri Lanka consisting of the ruins of an ancient stronghold that...
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xr:d:DAEZbMzpoj4:9352,j:39010933634,t:22102513 Left-arm fast bowler Binura Fernando being hospitalized due to a chest infection. Spinner Ramesh Mendis has been brought into the squad as a standby player, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said.
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People often like to eat gram as a snack, but if you include soaked gram in your diet, then you will get many benefits from it. Let us tell you, that protein, carbohydrates, fats, fibre, calcium, iron, and vitamins are...
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The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) successfully held its 24th Exporters’ Forum on the 25th of this month. The forum, a platform for discussing and resolving issues faced by exporters, was presided over by State Minister of Investment Promotion,...
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Prototype, initially launching with select publishers and users, set to challenge Google’s dominance of online search OpenAI is testing a new search engine that uses generative artificial intelligence to produce results, raising the prospect of a significant challenge to Google’s...
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xr:d:DAFnXDbZRoo:36,j:4282192976072233294,t:23070602 The Monetary Policy Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, at its meeting held on 23 July 2024, decided to reduce the Standing Deposit Facility Rate (SDFR) and the Standing Lending Facility Rate (SLFR) of the Central Bank...
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Unbeaten starts to the Asia Cup from Sri Lanka and India has helped a group of their player progress on the updated rankings list. Sri Lanka’s unbeaten start to the Women’s Asia Cup has seen a host of their star...
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