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The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has decided to back the no-confidence motion against Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena. Opposition political parties had this week signed a no-confidence motion against Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena. Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa said the no-confidence motion is to be submitted to Parliament accusing the Speaker of unlawfully authorising […]
- No-confidence motion against Speaker handed over (Category: Breaking News)
- No-confidence motion against Speaker- Two-day parliamentary debate begins today (Category: Breaking News)
- Supreme Lanka Coalition to support no-confidence motion against Speaker (Category: Breaking News)
- Dates fixed for No-Confidence motion against Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena (Category: Breaking News)
An interim order was issued prohibiting the sale of shares at Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) and Lanka Hospitals after the move was challenged by Lycamobile SARL and a couple of other companies. A writ petition was filed at the Court of Appeal after the documents submitted by the said companies to secure shares at SLT […]
- Court dismisses petition challenging changes to SLFP constitution (Category: Breaking News)
- Supreme Court orders funds allocated for polls to be released (Category: Breaking News)
- Court blocks attempt to frame Indonesians trafficked to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lankan prosecuted in Vietnam over property theft (Category: Breaking News)
In his address at the Pathfinder Indian Ocean Security Conference phase III held at Cinnamon Grand Colombo on Wednesday (28), President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized Sri Lanka’s dedication to maintaining a strategic position aimed at ensuring the absence of major power rivalries and upholding freedom of navigation in the Indian Ocean. The President highlighted that Sri […]
- Sri Lanka announces offshore gas discovery (Category: Breaking News)
- Greedy Fleets (Category: Business)
- Sri Lankan president to be sworn in for second term; opponents boycott (Category: Breaking News)
- Boom times for Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post NPP’s Economic Diplomacy; Non-Aligned In The Best Interests Of The Nation appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Anura’s Visit To India, Its Signs & Importance (Category: Breaking News)
- The Influence Of Sirima Bandaranaike & Ranil Wickremesinghe On The Foreign Policy Of Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka’s Asian Heritage (Category: Breaking News)
- NPP & Bird Cage Economy (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Gaza: Creating Hell On Earth appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Putting Palestine In Perspective (Category: Breaking News)
- What Is Necessary In Gaza? Ceasefire Or Peace Keeping, Or Both? (Category: Breaking News)
- Israeli Right To Defend & Palestinian Right To Be Free (Category: Breaking News)
- From ‘Never Again’ To ‘Here Again’ – World’s Shameful Indifference To Israeli Impunity! (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Unity Fosters Inclusivity & Diversity Entails Celebration appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Reflecting Back On The Politics Of My Lifetime (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka – Nation Building, Devolution & The 13th Amendment – Part VI (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka – Nation Building, Devolution & The 13th Amendment (Category: Breaking News)
- JVP-NPP & Lankan Left Populism’s Lacunae & Lapses (Category: Breaking News)
In his address at the Pathfinder Indian Ocean Security Conference phase III held at Cinnamon Grand Colombo today (28), President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized Sri Lanka’s dedication to maintaining a strategic position aimed at ensuring the absence of major power rivalries and upholding freedom of navigation in the Indian Ocean. The President highlighted that Sri Lanka’s commitment to freedom of ...
- Hambantota 2018 Unveils Emblem for Commonwealth Games Bid (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka’s strategic skills in the Indian Ocean (Category: Breaking News)
- President Wickremesinghe holds one to one discussions with President Emmanuel Macron (Category: Breaking News)
- Western Australia Premier discusses renewable energy and agricultural development with President... (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe underscored the on-going efforts to nurture female entrepreneurs capable of adapting to the country’s economic transformation. The President highlighted the significant role women entrepreneurs can play in fostering the digital and green economy, affirming the government’s commitment to supporting the empowerment of the women business community. President Ranil Wickr...
- Women can play a significant role in fostering digital and green economy – President (Category: Breaking News)
- DFCC Bank Champions Women Entrepreneurs as Diamond Sponsor of WCIC Prathibhabhisheka Awards 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- Indian Foreign Minister to arrive in Sri Lanka next week (Category: Breaking News)
- President assures economic growth despite adverse effects on publicPresident assures economic gr... (Category: Breaking News)
In his address at the Pathfinder Indian Ocean Security Conference phase III held in Colombo today (Feb.28), President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized Sri Lanka s dedication to maintaining a strategic position aimed at ensuring the absence of major power rivalries and upholding freedom of navigation in the Indian Ocean.
- Looking west as focus changes (Category: Western Australia)
- Ocean Rescue (Category: Business)
- Grrrr... (Category: Business)
- Hazard Warning (Category: Business)
A team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is set to arrive in Sri Lanka for the second review of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program, which is scheduled to begin on March 07, 2024, according to State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe.The post IMF Team to conduct second review of Sri Lanka’s EFF program in March 2024 appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News ...
- IMF second review of Sri Lanka s bailout package begins today (Category: Breaking News)
- IMF team in Colombo this week for first review of Extended Fund Facility (Category: Breaking News)
- IMF team to visit Sri Lanka for second EFF review (Category: Breaking News)
- First review of IMF’s Extended Fund Facility for Sri Lanka to commence today (Category: Breaking News)
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Sri Lanka announced the opening of the One Stop Centre in Kilinochchi offering comprehensive services, including support for survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV). The One Stop Centre is a groundbreaking initiative introducing a new service delivery model in Sri Lanka, offering comprehensive Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services, support [̷...
- UNFPA regional Director to visit Sri Lanka to advance collaboration and support (Category: Breaking News)
- UNFPA explores opportunities to further support Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- UN FAO to support Sri Lanka during these critical times (Category: Breaking News)
- Modi committed to support Indian origin Tamils in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
The Secretary General of the Parliament, Kushani Rohanadeera has informed the Chairman of the Election Commission of Sri Lanka, in writing, of the parliamentary vacancy created following the resignation of Uddika Premarathne, representing the Anuradhapura Constituency.
Santhan, a Sri Lankan convict in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, succumbed to his illness at the Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital in Chennai. Aged around 55, he was suffering from cryptogenic cirrhosis, a liver disease. He was admitted to the hospital in January due to liver failure and experienced a cardiac arrest early Wednesday. […]
- Rajiv Gandhi assassination convict’s body flown to Sri Lanka for final rites (Category: Breaking News)
- Scotland thrashed by Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup qualifier (Category: Breaking News)
- Nepal batsman Airee smashes six sixes in an over (Category: Breaking News)
- Hollywood star congratulates Sri Lanka for working together to make positive change (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka urged members of the UN Human Rights Council not to allow short-term political gains or “domestic vote bank politics” to overtake the work of the Council. Addressing the High-Level segment of the 55th Session of the Council through a pre-recorded video statement Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ali Sabry highlighted that despite the severe constraints […]
- Nineteen Indian fishermen detained in Sri Lankan waters (Category: Breaking News)
- Another 21 Indian fishermen arrested in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Iran’s Foreign Minister to undertake official visit to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka Navy detains 32 Indian fishermen (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe highlighted the significant role women entrepreneurs can play in fostering the digital and green economy while affirming the government’s commitment to supporting the empowerment of the women business community. President Ranil Wickremesinghe made these remarks addressing the ‘Prathibhabhisheka Women Entrepreneur Awards 2023’ held at the Colombo Hilton yesterday (27)...
- Elimination of terrorism is the greatest gift given to women – President (Category: Breaking News)
- NH Primary Source: Four Democratic women of color named ceremonial chair of NH Biden-Harris elec... (Category: USA, New Hampshire)
- 'I see myself in her': Park School girls react to historic swearing in of Kamala Harris (Category: USA, Maryland)
- NH Primary Source: Four Democratic women of color named ceremonial chair of NH Biden-Harris elec... (Category: USA, New Hampshire)
The year 2023, marked a key milestone for Union Bank with CG Capital Partners Pte. Ltd., indirectly acquiring the majority shareholding through its ownership in Culture Financial Holdings Ltd. CG Capital Partners Pte. Ltd., is an affiliate company of the international powerhouse CG Corp Global (CG). The improved macroeconomic outlook during FY2023 positioned Union Bank […]
- Union Bank posts steadfast 9 months performance (Category: Breaking News)
- Union Bank posts strong performance in 1H2023 (Category: Breaking News)
- Union Bank expands support to SMEs (Category: Breaking News)
- Union Bank appoints Dilshan Rodrigo as Deputy CEO (Category: Breaking News)
LinearSix, a pioneering force in the digital transformation of the financial services industry, proudly marks its seventh anniversary as a leader in promoting financial inclusivity through innovative technology solutions. Since its inception in 2017, LinearSix has played a pivotal role in driving digital growth in Sri Lanka’s banking and financial sector, demonstrating a commitment to [̷...
- LinearSix celebrates seven years of transforming financial services by unveiling cutting-edge fi... (Category: Breaking News)
- HNB unveils the future of rapid customer onboarding in partnership with Lime by LinearSix (Category: Breaking News)
- GOLDEN GLORY OF DIGITAL TITANS, LOLC CLINCHES FIVE GOLDS AT TECHINNOVATION 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- Why digital economy is key to Sri Lanka’s economic growth (Category: Breaking News)
Two Indian Coast Guard Ships Samarth and Abhinav have reached Sri Lanka after concluding the 16th Dosti trilateral exercise in Malé, the Maldives.
The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has announced its endorsement of the no-confidence motion to be brought against the Speaker of Parliament Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena.
A team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is to arrive in Sri Lanka for the second review of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme which is to begin on 07 March, according to State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe.
A teenager of Sri Lankan origin took his own life after he was blackmailed on Snapchat over nude photographs, a UK inquest has heard.
Responding to the escalating atmospheric heat, the Education Ministry in Sri Lanka has issued a directive to all school authorities, urging them to suspend strenuous outdoor activities for students until Friday (March 01).The post Sri Lanka’s education ministry halts outdoor school activities due to heat appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- School outdoor activities suspended as atmospheric temperatures rise (Category: Breaking News)
- Education Ministry’s update on school activities for next week (Category: Breaking News)
- Education Ministry calls for immediate investigation on death of student due to school wall coll... (Category: Breaking News)
- Schools to operate as per normal schedule on all five days from Monday (Category: Breaking News)
The Court of Appeal on Wednesday (28 Feb.) issued an interim order suspending all measures regarding the divestiture of Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) and Lanka Hospitals until 12 March.
The Education Ministry has instructed all respective school authorities to refrain from making students participate in strenuous outdoor activities until Friday (March 01) at schools as the prevailing high atmospheric temperatures are expected to rise further.
Santhan alias T Suthendiraraja, a Sri Lankan national who was one of the six convicts released in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, died on Wednesday morning at the Rajiv Gandhi Government Hospital (RGGH) in Chennai.The post Santhan, released convict in Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, dies due to illness appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Santhan- Released convict in Rajiv Gandhi assassination case dies (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka issues travel documents for Rajiv Gandhi assassination convict to return home, TN govt... (Category: Breaking News)
- Rajiv Gandhi assassination- Freed convict says he wants to return to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Rajiv murder convict appeals to Ranil to bring him home (Category: Breaking News)
Santhan alias T Suthendiraraja, a Sri Lankan national who was one of the six convicts released in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, died on Wednesday morning at the Rajiv Gandhi Government Hospital (RGGH) in Chennai.
Leading a significant drive to improve public governance and service delivery, India s National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) in Mussoorie has commenced the second phase of its capacity building program for senior civil servants from the Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka.
A former army soldier, wanted for his involvement in a recent shooting in Mahabage and other crimes, was shot and killed by Special Task Force (STF) personnel during a shootout in Sooriyawewa, according to police.The post Suspect wanted over Mahabage shooting killed in clash with STF appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- STF arrests Army Corporal over Mahabage shooting that killed “Ukkuwa” (Category: Breaking News)
- Wanted murder suspect shot dead in Minuwangoda during shootout with Police STF (Category: Breaking News)
- Underworld gunman killed in shootout with STF in Ganemulla (Category: Breaking News)
- Wanted gunman killed in shootout with Police Special Task Force (Category: Breaking News)
Former Finance Minister Ronnie de Mel passed away on Tuesday (February 27) at the age of 99 while receiving treatment at a private hospital in Colombo.The post Ronnie de Mel passes away appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Former Finance Minister Ronnie de Mel passes away (Category: Breaking News)
- Fmr Finance Minister Ronnie de Mel passes away (Category: Breaking News)
- President pays his final respects to the late Ronnie de Mel (Category: Breaking News)
- The open economic policy introduced by J.R Jayawardene and steered by Ronnie De Mel significantl... (Category: Breaking News)
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) is slated to deliver its decision on the electricity tariff reduction proposal mooted by the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) today (Feb.28).
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