Census for Second Phase of “Aswesuma” Welfare Benefit Program Concludes on July 31

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 in approximately 454,924 new applications. The census work related to these applications has already begun, Welfare Benefits Board Chairman Jayantha …

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how to tell if your dog is happy

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 six years ago, she was anxious and didn’t know how to use the stairs. In time, we overcame both of …

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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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10 Tips To Maintain Strong Interpersonal Relationships

Humans are social animals; we depend on our interpersonal relationships to learn, grow, and seek comfort. We need friends, siblings, colleagues, relatives, and even romantic partners to nurture our life and growth. Maintaining them can prove to be daunting but it’s not something you cannot manage! You need to keep the basic foundation stone of your interpersonal relationships – with …

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8 Effective Yoga Asanas For Headaches and Migraine

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 safe and efficient way to relieve pain. Manisha Kohli, yoga instructor and founder of Aum Your Way, discusses the benefits …

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President Affirms Support for Expatriate Workers to Build Proud Living Environments upon Return

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 advancing the country’s economy. The President made these remarks while addressing the inauguration ceremony of the “Wigamanika Harasara” initiative, held …

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Bangladesh imposes shutdown as death toll from student protests mounts

Bangladesh enforced a nationwide curfew to quash student-led demonstrations against government job quotas with military personnel and police patrolling the largely deserted streets of the capital, Dhaka. Dozens of people have been killed this week and several thousand are believed to have been injured, the Reuters news agency reported citing data from hospitals across the country. The Dhaka Medical College …

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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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It is regretted that President places blame on me for current constitutional error – Dr. Jayampathi

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 that time only to avoid a referendum, and therefore it is regretted that President Ranil Wickremesinghe placing the blame solely …

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President aims to make Sri Lanka to Become the Regional Hub for Human Capital Development

President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that efforts are underway to position Sri Lanka as the regional hub for human capital development. He stressed the need to re-evaluate the National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) to align with internationally accepted standards, such as those in Australia. He expressed his intent to seek assistance from Australia to strengthen and modernize Sri Lanka’s education system. He …

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