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WUSC (World University Service of Canada) held its first entrepreneurial ecosystem convening and knowledge sharing events on 27 February 2024 in Colombo and 14 March in Jaffna, under its newest project GRIT – Growth, Resilience, Investment and Training, a Gender-Responsive Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Development Project in the North of Sri Lanka, said a press release. The […]
- Canada and Sri Lanka sign MoU to implement a Volunteer Cooperation programme (Category: Breaking News)
- Mobile interactive space on ‘Journey of Transformation and Women’s Empowerment’ launched (Category: Breaking News)
- FCCISL to host ‘Entrepreneur of the Year Award’ for 17th consecutive year (Category: Business)
- Canada to contribute towards sustainable economic growth in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
Fox Hill tragedy: By Norman Palihawadane Army Commander Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage has ordered that assistance be provided to the families of those who were killed and injured at the Fox Hill Supercross 2024. Army spokesman Maj Gen Rajitha Kumara told The Island yesterday compensation would be paid by a private company that organised the […]
- Army appoints investigation panel to probe deadly Fox Hill crash (Category: Breaking News)
- Fox Hill crash- Organisers evade responsibility, blame shifted to spectators (Category: Breaking News)
- Seven killed, dozens injured in Fox Hill Supercross mishap (Category: Breaking News)
- Army appoints committee to probe deadly Fox Hill accident (Category: Breaking News)
The chairman of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), Dilshan Wirasekera, discusses opportunities for capital raising and the stock market outlook for 2024 in the following interview: Give us an overview of the current market landscape and discuss the CSE’s overall outlook for the year 2024. We believe the overall outlook of the CSE, for the […]
- CSE conducts Issuer Relations Forum in Anuradhapura (Category: Breaking News)
- Funds raised via CSE up 65% to record Rs. 47.1 b in 2011 (Category: Business)
- Bourse still draws a beeline (Category: Business)
- SEC chairman calls for positive mindset, better housekeeping and collaborative synergies (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka insisted that rice donated by the World Food Program (WFP) was suitable for human consumption after public health inspectors raised concerns over the stocks. The President’s office said that the Veyangoda warehouse complex has only issued rice stocks deemed suitable for human consumption by the expert committee appointed by the Gampaha Divisional Health […]
- Parents in Sri Lanka cutting back on their food to feed children (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka on brink of food crisis after economic meltdown (Category: Breaking News)
- US funded fortified rice shipments begin arriving at Colombo Port (Category: Breaking News)
- Renowned astrologer Chandrasiri Bandara passed away (Category: Breaking News)
By Easwaran Rutnam Tight security will be in place during Iranian President Dr. Ebrahim Raisi’s visit to Colombo this week. The Foreign Ministry said that Dr. Ebrahim Raisi is scheduled to make an official bilateral visit to Sri Lanka at the invitation of President Ranil Wickremesinghe to jointly declare open the Uma Oya Multipurpose Development Project […]
- Iran’s President to visit Sri Lanka and launch several water projects (Category: Breaking News)
- Iranian President Dr. Ebrahim Raisi arrives in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Iranian President invited for state visit to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Sajith not given separate meeting with Iran President (Category: Breaking News)
Malaysian budget carrier AirAsia and Sri Lankan budget airline FitsAir are among six bidders for Sri Lanka’s state-run carrier SriLankan Airlines. AirAsia Consulting has submitted a request for qualification from potential investors for the acquisition of shares in SriLankan Airlines Limited, a statement released by Sri Lanka’s finance ministry said. FitsAir, Sri Lanka’s privately-owned low-cost [...
- New investor will get new planes for SriLankan Airlines (Category: Breaking News)
- AirAsia and FitsAir among bidders for SriLankan Airlines (Category: Breaking News)
- SriLankan flight which faced technical issues in Melbourne returns (Category: Breaking News)
- Government threatens to scrap monopoly given to SriLankan (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post A Tale Of Shifting Sentiments & Political Chess appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Elitism – A Hidden Downfall Factor (Category: Breaking News)
- NPP’s Visit To India & Learning From India’s Success (Category: Breaking News)
- The Driving Forces Behind NPP’s Popularity (Category: Breaking News)
- Is It Religious Extremism & Propagated For What? (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Ramayana Trail – The Sacred Mission appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- India and Sri Lanka begin joint work to establish land bridge (Category: Breaking News)
- India pledges wholehearted support for developing Ramayana Trail in SL (Category: Breaking News)
- India & Sri Lanka: Identifying New Opportunities & Forging New Bonds (Category: Breaking News)
- Canadian PM reiterates strong opposition to Tigers (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe called on the Chief Prelates of the Malwathu and Asgiri Chapters on Sunday (21) to seek their blessings. First, the President visited the Malwathu Maha Viharaya and paid his respects to the Chief Prelate of the Malwathu Chapter, Most Ven. Thibbatuwawe Sri Sumangala Nayaka Thera after which he visited the Asgiri Maha […]
- Lets unite the UNP and make changes in the country : Karu Jayasuriya (Category: Breaking News)
- President calls on Chief Prelates of Malwatu and Asgiri chapters (Category: Breaking News)
- President receives blessings from Malwathu, Asgiri Maha Nayaka Theras (Category: Breaking News)
- President receives blessings from Malwathu, Asgiri Maha Nayaka Theras (Category: Breaking News)
Three persons, including an eight-year-old boy, from Sri Lanka reached the Dhanushkodi islet in India in the early hours of Monday. On information, the marine police brought them to the shore and conducted inquiries, The Hindu reported.
A historic milestone in the Indo-Sri Lankan cultural and religious bond was marked yesterday (21) with the official launch of the Sri Ramayan Trails project at Taj Samudra in Colombo, the President s Media Division (PMD) reported.
President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Dr. Ebrahim Raisi is scheduled to make an official bilateral visit to Sri Lanka at the invitation of President Ranil Wickremesinghe to jointly declare open the Uma Oya Multipurpose Development Project on 24 April (Wednesday), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed.
- Kamala Harris' VP win is huge for HBCUs, Tougaloo president says (Category: USA, Mississippi)
- Shribman: Gorman, summoned to participate, is celebrated (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
- Shribman: Gorman, summoned to participate, is celebrated (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
- Shribman: Gorman, summoned to participate, is celebrated (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
The Department of Census and Statistics (DCS) has revealed in its latest report that the overall rate of inflation in Sri Lanka, as measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI) on a Year-on-Year basis, decreased to 2.5% in March 2024, compared to 5.1% in February 2024.The post Sri Lanka’s inflation eases to 2.5% in March 2024 appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News...
- CB says a big drop in inflation this month (Category: Breaking News)
- Price Trend (Category: Business)
- Sri Lanka’s consumer inflation eases in May 2023 (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka consumer inflation dips to 49.2% year-on-year in March (Category: Breaking News)
Malaysian budget carrier AirAsia is among six bidders for Sri Lanka’s state-run carrier SriLankan Airlines as the island nation looks to reduce losses incurred by government-owned enterprises under a US$2.9 billion (RM13.8 billion) International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme.The post AirAsia and FitsAir among bidders for SriLankan Airlines appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News...
- AirAsia and FitsAir among bidders for Sri Lanka’s national carrier (Category: Breaking News)
- AirAsia and FitsAir among bidders for SriLankan Airlines (Category: Breaking News)
- SriLankan Airlines poses questions on public concerns (Category: Breaking News)
- AirAsia planning further talks on SriLankan Airlines (Category: Breaking News)
Malaysian budget carrier AirAsia is among six bidders for Sri Lanka s state-run carrier SriLankan Airlines as the island nation looks to reduce losses incurred by government-owned enterprises under a US$2.9 billion (RM13.8 billion) International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme.
The overall rate of inflation as measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI) on Year-on-Year basis has been decreased to 2.5% in March 2024, compared to 5.1% in February 2024, the Department of Census and Statistics (DCS) revealed in its latest report.
The two drivers involved in Sunday’s tragic accident at the Fox Hill SuperCross races in Diyatalawa, who were arrested while undergoing treatment in hospital, have been remanded until April 30 by the Bandarawela Magistrate’s Court.The post Fox Hill SuperCross racers involved in fatal crash remanded after arrest appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Deadly Fox Hill crash- Arrested race car drivers granted bail (Category: Breaking News)
- Six killed, 21 injured in accident during ‘Fox Hill Super Cross’ in Diyatalawa (Category: Breaking News)
- Army appoints investigation panel to probe deadly Fox Hill crash (Category: Breaking News)
- Drivers of two racing cars involved in Fox Hill crash remanded (Category: Breaking News)
Australia and Sri Lanka discussed ways to strengthen the longstanding bilateral relationship between both countries. Australian Foreign Affairs Deputy Secretary Michelle Chan, who is on a visit to Sri Lanka, met Sagala Ratnayaka, the Chief of Staff to President Ranil Wickremesinghe. The Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Paul Stephens, said the discussions focused on […]
- India lifts export ban on onions for Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka to hold Foreign Office Consultations with Kazakhstan (Category: Breaking News)
- SLPP Anuradhapura District MP Nandasena passed away (Category: Breaking News)
- Australia proud to partner with Sri Lankan military (Category: Breaking News)
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu’s political party won 70 seats and secured a “super majority” in the parliamentary elections, seen as a strong endorsement of his pro-Beijing foreign policy, as both India and China closely watched the polls amidst regional power dynamics in the archipelago nation, preliminary results suggested on Monday. Muizzu-led People’s National Congre...
- Sri Lanka congratulates Maldives President and VP elect (Category: Breaking News)
- Clashes erupt among MPs in Maldives Parliament (Category: Breaking News)
- India notes increase in investments in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Ballot boxes for Maldives’ polls to be placed in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Corruption In Sri Lanka – Some Random Reflections appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Restoring Parliamentary Government (Category: Breaking News)
- Are We Rotting Or Rotten? (Category: Breaking News)
- Moral Crisis Proving More Toxic Than The Economic Crisis! (Category: Breaking News)
- Calm Before The Storm! Aragalaya -’22 Has Rested Enough!!! (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Palestine & Ukraine: Two More Nails In Imperialism’s Coffin? – Part II appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Palestine & Ukraine: Two More Nails In Imperialism’s Coffin? (Category: Breaking News)
- War On China? – V: A “Carnival” Of Quads (Category: Breaking News)
- Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping & Joe Biden (Category: Breaking News)
- Putin’s Last Stand (Category: Breaking News)
Astrologer Chandrasiri Bandara passed away this morning (April 22) while undergoing treatment in a private hospital, as confirmed by family members.The post Astrologer Chandrasiri Bandara passess away appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Astrologer Chandrasiri Bandara passes away (Category: Breaking News)
- Now get your personalised horoscope read through an Etisalat connection (Category: Breaking News)
- Renowned astrologer Chandrasiri Bandara passed away (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lankan sports minister slams cricket board (Category: Sports)
Minister of Transport Bandula Gunawardena stated that loans are now required even for the maintenance of railways.
Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe declared the government’s commitment to ensuring inclusivity in strengthening the country’s economy, prioritizing both economic growth and citizen welfare.The post Sri Lanka President initiates monthly rice distribution for low-income families appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Cabinet nod to provide rice to 2 million low-income families (Category: Breaking News)
- Every low-income family to receive free rice in April and May (Category: Breaking News)
- Government to provide 10 kg of rice to 2 million families (Category: Breaking News)
- President ensures all those in need will be included in paddy-purchase programme (Category: Breaking News)
By Norman Palihawadana Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith yesterday (21) said the leaders of all faiths had joined the Galle Face protest campaign, but the Catholics had been singled out for criticism. Declaring that the protest campaign had been fueled by the economic crisis, the Cardinal emphasised that justice was yet to be served […]
- Those who failed to prevent carnage going places -Cardinal (Category: Breaking News)
- Cardinal Ranjith s request to President Ranil (Category: Breaking News)
- Easter attacks- Gotabaya responds to allegations made by Cardinal Ranjith (Category: Breaking News)
- Pope advises Cardinal not to let up on Easter issue (Category: Breaking News)
by PRIYAN DE SILVA Seven persons, including an eight-year-old girl, were killed and more than 20 others injured, some critically, in an accident during the Fox Hill Supercross at Diyathalawa on Sunday (21) afternoon. The Fox Hill Supercross was held, after a lapse of five years, by the Sri Lanka Military Academy, in collaboration of the Sri […]
A Foreign Ministry delegation is currently in New Zealand to discuss the opening of a new diplomatic mission there.A spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry said that an official delegation, led by Director General, Overseas Assets Management and Development Division of the Ministry, Pradeepa Saram, was there to discuss matters related to the opening of the […]
- South Africa calling (Category: Breaking News)
- PM appointed as the authority of delegation for defence ministry (Category: Breaking News)
- PM appointed as the authority of delegation for Defence Ministry (Category: Breaking News)
- Saudi Business Delegation calls on Foreign Minister Sabri (Category: Breaking News)
By A Special Sports Correspondent St. Peter’s College did well to beat Royal College Colombo 10-5 in the final of the all-island ‘Elite Rugby Sevens’ and clinch the Cup Championship at Royal Sports Complex in Colombo on Sunday (April 21). St. Peter’s did well to survive a scary second half where they were down to […]
- St. Peter’s bag Dialog Schools Rugby League after a lapse of 13 years (Category: Breaking News)
- Trinity Lift Crown But Rugby The Final Winner In Exciting Season (Category: Breaking News)
- Isipatana bury Kingswood 32-8 with a powerful display of rugby (Category: Breaking News)
- Isipatana and Anthonians move in for the kill during rugby’s Super Round (Category: Breaking News)
The United States Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and Sri Lanka Navy will partner for the Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Sri Lanka 2024 exercise from April 22-26 in Trincomalee.
- Bond Auction (Category: Business)
- ‘SL will implement home-grown solution’ (Category: Breaking News)
- Market Flavour (Category: Business)
- Seeking Direction (Category: Business)
The Government is maintaining a deafening silence on the investigations over a number of emblematic cases. Current President then Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe had in 2015 assured justice over the murders, including that of former Editor Lasantha Wickrematunge and rugger player Wasim Thajudeen. However, President Wickremesinghe and his administration have not provided any assurances to [R...
- Graveside memorial service to mark 14th anniversary of Lasantha’s murder (Category: Breaking News)
- Graveside memorial service to mark 15th anniversary of Lasantha’s murder (Category: Breaking News)
- The Hague ‘people’s tribunal’ urges justice for Lasantha (Category: Breaking News)
- Two unidentified bodies recovered from Kurundu Oya (Category: Breaking News)
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