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[…]The post Debate Or No Debate, Addressing Critical Issues Is Important For Voters appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- AKD’s Recent Climb Is Meteoric, Yet A Long Way To Go (Category: Breaking News)
- Election Or No Election, Ranil Is done; He’s Not Fit For Office (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka – Nation Building, Devolution & The 13th Amendment – Part IV (Category: Breaking News)
- Aragalaya Effect Vs IMF Effect (Category: Breaking News)
In a significant move aimed at protecting the unique ecosystem of Mannar Island, environmental protection organization, Wildlife and Nature Protection Society (WNPS), has filed a fundamental rights application in the Supreme Court. This legal action challenges the recent cabinet decision to award a wind power project in Mannar Island to Adani Green Energy Limited of […]
- Adani wind energy project challenged in Sri Lanka s Supreme Court (Category: Breaking News)
- Hot Air and Ruffled Feathers (Category: Breaking News)
- Environmentalists threaten legal action against Mannar wind power project (Category: Breaking News)
- Environmentalists protest against Adani wind farm (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Shades Of An Undead Past appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Doorway 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- Kurundi: A Runway To ’56? (Category: Breaking News)
- From Absurdities To Atrocities, Again? (Category: Breaking News)
- Still, The Mirage (Category: Breaking News)
Spiritual Leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar arrived in Sri Lanka to attend an event. State Minister of Defence Premitha Bandara Tennakoon welcomed the Global Peace Ambassador at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), Saturday. Governor of the Eastern Province Senthil Thondaman was also in attendance at the airport. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is to remain […]
- China to help conclude debt restructuring process in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Fourteen Sri Lankan fishermen arrested by Indian Navy (Category: Breaking News)
- Top US official to visit Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Sri Ravi Shankar to visit Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) this week praised Sri Lanka for the progress it has made in implementing economic reforms, despite the difficulties faced by the public.The post IMF praises Sri Lanka’s economic progress amid challenges appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
- Monetary Reserves (Category: Business)
- Top Marks (Category: Business)
- IMF says Sri Lanka is doing well (Category: Breaking News)
- IMF mission concludes visit to Sri Lanka, expresses satisfaction on economic progress (Category: Breaking News)
West Indies will tour Sri Lanka for three ICC Women’s Championship ODIs followed by as many T20Is, starting 15 June. For Sri Lanka, who recently qualified for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 to be held in Bangladesh, the upcoming white-ball assignment would play a crucial role in helping them prepare for the Women’s […]
- Chamari Athapaththu to make statement on retirement claims (Category: Breaking News)
- ICC strips Sri Lanka of right to host U19 Cricket World Cup (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka confirm Group A semi-final spot (Category: Breaking News)
- Harin admits Hambantota stadium a failed project (Category: Breaking News)
…finds fault with outgoing US Amb. Julie The international community (IC) has completely failed the Tamil community here, SJB MP Mano Ganesan has alleged.Issuing a statement on Thursday (16) to mark the 15th anniversary of the ending of the war, the leader of the Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) MP Ganesan alleged that the international community […]
- Prez may change law to advance presidential election: Mano (Category: Breaking News)
- Tamil MPs question alleged inaction on monk’s racist outburst (Category: Breaking News)
- Mano Ganesan: ‘India has moral responsibility towards the Upcountry Tamils’ (Category: Breaking News)
- Mano Ganesan moots Tamil caucus in Sri Lankan Parliament (Category: Breaking News)
Saturday 18th May, 2024 Lessons that the 2022 mass uprising provided have gone unlearnt if the ruling party politicians’ unruly behaviour is anything to go by. Those who went into hiding fearing aggressive mobs that pursued them have crawled out of the woodwork; they are exuding hubris and flexing their muscles, again. Old habits are […]
- Businesswoman caught attempting to smuggle out Rs. 290 mn worth of gems (Category: Breaking News)
- BIA departure public concourse reopened for visitors (Category: Breaking News)
- Duty-free shopping available for passengers who completed quarantine (Category: Breaking News)
- BIA departure public concourse reopened for visitors (Category: Breaking News)
…proposes South Sudan, Montenegro, East Timor, Bosnia, Eritrea, and Kosovo style solution A controversial resolution has been introduced to the US Congress calling on the United States to work towards an independence referendum for Eelam Tamils and recognize the genocide committed against them by the Sri Lankan state. The resolution, introduced by Wiley Nickel, is […]
- Govt. asked how it intends to counter US-Eelam lobby (Category: Breaking News)
- Indian government responsible for Lankan genocide attack: Wickramabahu (Category: Breaking News)
- 39 Years After Black July, It Is Time For Tamil Eelam: Preparing For A Unilateral Declaration Of... (Category: Breaking News)
- Sarath Weerasekera Thinks The Tamils In Sri Lanka Are Born Slaves (Category: Breaking News)
By Easwaran Rutnam The United Nations has demanded accountability from Sri Lanka on decades of enforced disappearance. Sri Lanka’s Government must take meaningful action to determine and disclose the fates and whereabouts of tens of thousands of people who have been subjected to enforced disappearance over the decades and hold those responsible to account, a […]
- UN calls for targeted measures against Sri Lankans accused of rights abuses (Category: Breaking News)
- UN Human Rights Chief lays out “Path for Solutions” for years to come (Category: Breaking News)
- UN concerned over torture during Sri Lanka’s crackdown on drugs (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka donates tea to quake hit Türkiye (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Insights Of A Tumultuous TV Debate & Airport Assault appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- The ‘Flower Seller’ Video & Sri Lanka’s Youth: Unveiling The Challenges (Category: Breaking News)
- Video: Sithijaya - Vipula, Rasil (Category: Video)
- Video: D (Category: Video)
- Buddha: The Scientist Of Suffering & Existence (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Post Civil War: The Defrauding Opportunities Of War’s End appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Shades Of An Undead Past (Category: Breaking News)
- High Court Rejects Gail For Covid-19 Afflicted SSP Shani Abeysekera; Lawyers File FR (Category: Breaking News)
- High Court Rejects Gail For Covid-19 Afflicted SSP Shani Abeysekera; Lawyers File FR (Category: Breaking News)
- High Court Rejects Gail For Covid-19 Afflicted SSP Shani Abeysekera; Lawyers File FR (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe said that the government plans to transform Sri Lankan agriculture using modern technology, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and is committed to support the private sector entrepreneurs who are interested in this initiative. The President further mentioned that 100 Divisional Secretariat Divisions have been selected for the Agricultural Modernization Program t...
The Sri Lankan Government must take decisive steps to reveal the fates and locations of the tens of thousands who have disappeared over the years and hold those accountable, according to a UN Human Rights Office report released today (May 17).The post UN demands accountability for Sri Lanka’s enforced disappearances appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri La...
- Resolution on Sri Lanka introduced in Human Rights Council in Geneva (Category: Breaking News)
- Let’s Lockdown The Pandemic Of Enforced Disappearances: Continuous Struggle For Justice (Category: Breaking News)
- Let’s Lockdown The Pandemic Of Enforced Disappearances: Continuous Struggle For Justice (Category: Breaking News)
- Let’s Lockdown The Pandemic Of Enforced Disappearances: Continuous Struggle For Justice (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lankan star Dinara Punchihewa has ben included in Forbes’ 2024 30 Under 30 list for Asia. Forbes’ 2024 30 Under 30 list for Asia highlights a remarkable cohort of young trailblazers who are making significant strides in entertainment and sports. In the entertainment sector, the list features a diverse group of talents, including actors, […]
- Jimmy Anderson confirms England farewell (Category: Breaking News)
- Popular K-Pop singer Park Boram dies aged 30 (Category: Breaking News)
- Refugee from Sri Lanka becomes Mayor in UK town (Category: Breaking News)
- Mathews overlooked Chamari picked in The Hundred draft (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post The Deciding Factor In Sri Lanka’s Election Debate: Policy Or Public Frustration? appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Sri Lanka’s Political Landscape: Navigating A Tripartite Contest (Category: Breaking News)
- May Day Music Miscellany: Contest Between The SJB & The NPP & The UNP-SLPP Dilemma (Category: Breaking News)
- Feminist Revolt & Masculinity Pitfalls In The Bolshevik Camp: Sri Lanka’s Election Prelude (Category: Breaking News)
- JVP: From Idealism Of Anti-Indianism To Pragmatic Realism(?) (Category: Breaking News)
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says Sri Lanka is yet to finalize agreements with bondholders and creditors. Julie Kozack, Director of Communications at the IMF said that the initial debt restructuring negotiations with external bondholders ended in mid-April without an agreement, and discussions are continuing with a view to reaching agreement in principle. “And on […]
- IMF wants Sri Lanka to implement deals with official creditors (Category: Breaking News)
- IMF praises Sri Lanka’s economic progress amid challenges (Category: Breaking News)
- IMF hopeful of deal between Sri Lanka and commercial creditors (Category: Breaking News)
- Debt restructuring making progress in countries such as Sri Lanka – IMF (Category: Breaking News)
The Indian Navy arrested 14 Sri Lankan fishermen and seized five boats for crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) and fishing sea cucumber, the Hindu reported. The Sri Lankans were arrested on Thursday, May 16 for violating the Maritime Zones of India Act 1981. The Hindu quoted the Indian Navy as saying that ICGS […]
- Ferry services soon to resume between Nagapattinam and Kankesanthurai in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Troops assist students affected by floods in Puttalam (Category: Breaking News)
- Housing to be offered to Sri Lankan migrant workers (Category: Breaking News)
- Probe over fire at Sri Lanka’s Finance Ministry (Category: Breaking News)
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has highlighted Sri Lanka s commendable macroeconomic policies, rapid inflation decline, and steady economic growth.
The officers of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake have arrested two Sri Lankan passengers who were in possession of 1,083 mobile phones and 200 high-capacity pen drives, which had not been declared.
The Indian Navy detained 14 Sri Lankan fishermen and confiscated five boats for crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) and engaging in sea cucumber fishing on Thursday, May 16, 2024, as reported by The Hindu.The post Indian Navy apprehends 14 Sri Lankan fishermen for illegal fishing in Indian waters appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka |...
- Navy apprehends four Indian fishermen on SL waters (Category: Breaking News)
- Navy apprehends 18 Indian fishermen poaching in Sri Lankan waters (Category: Breaking News)
- Navy apprehends 21 Indian fishermen poaching off Sri Lankan waters (Category: Breaking News)
- Navy apprehends Indian fishermen poaching in Lankan waters (Category: Breaking News)
The US embassy yesterday (16) announced the launch of what it called the Creative Catalyst Fellowship (CCF) meant to foster interdisciplinary collaboration. The embassy said that the programme sought to form a community of creative professionals capable of pioneering sustainable solutions to local challenges. The fellowship is supported by the Promoting Positive Information (PRO-INFO) activity, [&...
- Empowerment (Category: Business)
- SLT-MOBITEL introduces mRetail, an innovative platform to digitally empower businesses (Category: Breaking News)
- Hemas partners with Hatch to support Sri Lankan innovation and entrepreneurship (Category: Breaking News)
- govi.ai captures industry attention at Future Harvest Expo 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
A series of events will be held over a period of three days beginning today (17) in the Northern and Eastern regions as well as Colombo to mark the end of war 15 years ago. There would be two major events-one at Mullivaikkal in the Vanni east and Vavuniya on May 18, the day the […]
- Sri Lanka's Killing Fields: War Crimes Unpunished (Category: Breaking News)
- No way to celebrate a Jubliee (Category: Breaking News)
- MRG calls for independent international mechanism to deal with issue of accountability in Sri La... (Category: Breaking News)
- Amnesty International head to join M’vaikkal commemoration (Category: Breaking News)
SLT-MOBITEL has reported a flat growth in Q1 2024 ending March 31, 2024, amidst a challenging business environment. However, the company’s proactive cost management initiatives have resulted in significant operational cost savings, enabling it to maintain profitability. For the quarter, the SLT Group has recorded consolidated revenue of LKR 26.93 billion, reflecting a marginal 1.4% […]
- SLT ups pre-tax profits by 29% to Rs. 4.8 b in nine months (Category: Business)
- SLT Group annual revenue surpasses Rs. 100 bn amid unprecedented challenges (Category: Breaking News)
- SLT Group annual revenue surpasses Rs. 100 Bn again (Category: Breaking News)
- SLT Group achieves stable revenues for Q1, remaining resilient despite challenges (Category: Breaking News)
by Neville Ladduwahetty The question cited above was the title of an article published in Ceylon Today by N. Sathya Moorthy (SM), who identifies himself as a Chennai based Policy Analyst/Political Commentator (Friday 10, 2024).The answer to his question is – NOT YET. For the present, stealing is limited to marine assets and the destruction […]
- Implications of India – Sri Lanka connectivity (Category: Breaking News)
- Jaishankar pledges energy support, says bilateral creditors must be equally treated (Category: Breaking News)
- Renewable energy, India extends hand to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- PM Modi’s comments: ‘Ensure dignity and respect for Tamils’ (Category: Breaking News)
The Secretary General of Amnesty International, Agnès Callamard, is to visit Sri Lanka and attend an event in Mullivaikkal to commemorate the victims of the war. Callamard will make her first regional visit to South Asia from 16 to 24 May 2024, Amnesty International said. Amnesty said that on 18 May Callamard will be joining […]
- Tamils in Sri Lanka and around the world commemorate ‘Mullivaikkal massacre’ (Category: Breaking News)
- At least 16 Sri Lankans killed fighting in Russia-Ukraine war (Category: Breaking News)
- China to help conclude debt restructuring process in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka Army declares amnesty for absentees (Category: Breaking News)
President, Ranil Wickremesinghe, has confirmed his participation in the 10th World Water Forum High-Level Meeting, to be held from May 18th to 20th, 2024, in Bali, Indonesia. This significant gathering, themed “Water for Shared Prosperity,” will convene global leaders to address pressing issues related to water management and sustainability. President Wickremesinghe will leave for Indonesia [̷...
- Shasheendra Rajapaksa sworn in as Minister of State for Irrigation and Water Supply (Category: Breaking News)
- President leaves for Indonesia (Category: Breaking News)
- President leaves for Indonesia to attend World Water Forum (Category: Breaking News)
- President warns of potential water shortage in 20 years (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe is to travel to Bali, Indonesia to attend the 10th World Water Forum High-Level Meeting from 18th May to 20th May. This significant gathering, themed “Water for Shared Prosperity,” will convene global leaders to address pressing issues related to water management and sustainability. President Wickremesinghe will leave for Indonesia on the 18th, […]
- UNP decides to pick Ranil as presidential candidate (Category: Breaking News)
- President presents budget with no “fairy tales” (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil loses his cool when questioned on Channel 4 video (Category: Breaking News)
- President to hold talks with Japanese PM in Tokyo (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Corruption In Sri Lanka: The Root Of Modern Social Instability appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- The Menace Of Political Nepotism: Sri Lanka’s Downfall (Category: Breaking News)
- House Of Fashions, House Of Chaos & Out Of Fashion (Category: Breaking News)
- The Economic Setbacks Of Yahapālanaya Government (Category: Breaking News)
- Elitism – A Hidden Downfall Factor (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Labour Party Commits To Referring Sri Lankan War Criminals To International Criminal Court appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Jaffna University Vice-Chancellor Commits Fraud Again With Impunity (Category: Breaking News)
- Man kills his two children and commits suicide (Category: Breaking News)
- India commits to help Sri Lanka on debt in prospective IMF program (Category: Breaking News)
- Man commits suicide after killing his two children in Aranayaka (Category: Breaking News)
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