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[…]The post Deshamanya Dr Nissanka Wijeyeratne: A Rare Personality Above Normal Human Frailty appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- A Global Tropical Coral Bank: Responding To The Increasing Frequencies Of Coral Bleaching & Loss (Category: Breaking News)
- Exploring The Silent Wilderness Of Self-Discovery (Category: Breaking News)
- Madame Ambassador Chung, Your Message Will Live On Forever! (Category: Breaking News)
- Lasantha Wickrematunge’s Assassination: Empty Promises Of Accountability (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Evolution Of A Movement: From JVP To NPP: From Violent Offensive Against Police Stations To Being Embraced By Them! appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Black & White; No Shades? (Category: Breaking News)
- Feminist Revolt & Masculinity Pitfalls In The Bolshevik Camp: Sri Lanka’s Election Prelude (Category: Breaking News)
- Why Is AKD Of JVP Free Without Imprisonment? [This Is To Clear So Many Clouds Of Confusion] (Category: Breaking News)
- ‘Risk’ And ‘Fear’ (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post President RW Emphasizes He Has Not Deviated From The Principles Of The Democratic Socialist System appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Crisis-hit Sri Lanka’s interim budget aims ambitious revenue, debt cut targets (Category: Breaking News)
- Despite signs of stabilization, full economic recovery not yet assured – IMF Mission (Category: Breaking News)
- India ready to restructure its Colombo debt: What about others? (Category: Breaking News)
- IMF says full economic recovery in Sri Lanka is not yet assured (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Buddhist Revolutionist In The Making – Kekirawe Sudassana Thero appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Elitism – A Hidden Downfall Factor (Category: Breaking News)
- Is It Religious Extremism & Propagated For What? (Category: Breaking News)
- Exploring The Silent Wilderness Of Self-Discovery (Category: Breaking News)
- Exploring Interfaith Dialogue & Cooperation: Sri Lanka’s Religious Landscape (Category: Breaking News)
Former Inspector General of Police (IGP), Chandra Fernando says that it cannot be expected that the political groups who have engaged in violent political activities in the past will not resume such activities in the future.
Thursday 13th June, 2024 It appears that President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Opposition and SJB Leader Sajith Premadasa and JVP/NPP Leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake are taking part in a promise-making competition, as it were, in the North and the East in a desperate bid to secure the support of the TNA and other Tamil political parties for […]
- Muslims oppose bid to remerge North and East, Minister tells party leaders (Category: Breaking News)
- Never-ending APCs (Category: Breaking News)
- SLPP rebel MPs urge GR to break his silence on 13 A (Category: Breaking News)
- Implementation of Yahapalana strategy President’s real intention – Manohara (Category: Breaking News)
USA had several things going against them. The conditions: Before today, they’d never played at Nassau County Stadium; this was India’s fourth game at the venue. Personnel: Monank Patel, the designated captain, was out injured. The toss: Rohit Sharma called correctly and asked USA to bat in seaming conditions. Experience: A motley crew with day […]
- USA outclass sloppy Pakistan in thrilling Super Over finish (Category: Breaking News)
- Ali Khan and Monank Patel take USA to historic T20I series win over Bangladesh (Category: Breaking News)
- USA vs Canada: oldest rivalry renewed at cricket’s biggest T20 World Cup (Category: Breaking News)
- Bumrah spearheads India’s defence of 119; Pakistan on brink of elimination (Category: Breaking News)
The Expert Committee to make recommendations to commemorate those who died as a result of the armed conflict, political unrest, or civil disturbances in Sri Lanka during the period 1983-2009 as a means of healing and reconciliation among communities, handed over its report to the Hon. President on May 31, 2024, at the Presidential Secretariat.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe reiterated that the Government’s Economic Program is the only path to national progress and if the people are satisfied with the government’s program, they can support it or face the consequences of living in a country with a collapsed economy. He said that the upcoming presidential election will not be about his […]
- President hosts youth-oriented organizations to “Youth Dialogue – Sri Lankan Youth Leaders of To... (Category: Breaking News)
- President says polls will decide country’s success or failure (Category: Breaking News)
- HC Bogollagama presents credentials to King Charles III (Category: Breaking News)
- 250 new bridges will be built to boost rural connectivity – President (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka will start talks on a free trade agreement with Malaysia, as it seeks to improve trade ties to support its recovery from a financial crisis, the Cabinet spokesperson said on Wednesday.
Israel and Hamas have been accused of committing a litany of war crimes and human rights abuses since 7 October in a new independent report to the UN Human Rights Council. The damning accusations, compiled by investigators from the UN’s Commission of Inquiry, accused both sides of war crimes for mounting attacks against civilian populations […]
- Scores killed in Israeli operation to free four hostages in Gaza (Category: Breaking News)
- Implement SC order on accessibility! (Category: Business)
- Biden unveils Israeli proposal to end Gaza war (Category: Breaking News)
- Economic way forward; corruption; stunning SC ruling (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post NPP: The Unrivalled Choice In Sri Lanka Politics appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- The NPP Factor: Rise Of Left-Wing Populism In Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Brahmins Demand A Debate On Debt (Category: Breaking News)
- NPP & Its Critics (Category: Breaking News)
- Two Challenges: Economic Recovery & Political Devolution – IV (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Historic Crimes Of The Chauvinistic Left: Why Defending Marxist Position Is Important appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Historic Crimes Of The Chauvinistic Left: Struggle For Far Sighted Marxist Position (Category: Breaking News)
- Historic Crimes Of The Chauvinistic Left: Horror Of Indian Military & JVP (Category: Breaking News)
- Historic Crimes Of The Chauvinistic Left (Category: Breaking News)
- RIP: Comrade R Singamapanar: The First Tamil Political Activist From Chunnakam (Category: Breaking News)
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) says Sri Lanka’s economic crisis offers a historic opportunity to optimise the use of resources for SDG attainment. UNDP in Sri Lanka, Resident Representative, Ms. Azusa Kubota said that there needs to be concerted efforts to strengthen the linkages among planning, budgeting, monitoring and oversight and citizens’ engagement. The United […]
- UNDP and Sri Lanka discuss impact of regressive tax policies (Category: Breaking News)
- CA Sri Lanka seminar focuses on recent tax amendments (Category: Business)
- Sinopec Unveiled its First Renovated Filling Station with a New Image & New Facilities (Category: Breaking News)
- UNDP and Michelin Foundation partner to procure essential medicines for Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that the upcoming presidential election isn't about his personal victory or defeat but about the success or failure of the entire country.The post Sri Lanka President calls for National Focus on Economic Reform ahead of Elections appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
- Sri Lanka needs strong new economic system, not reforms - President (Category: Breaking News)
- President Ranil s message for 75th Independence Day (Category: Breaking News)
- President urges private sector to become engines of growth in Sri Lanka s economy (Category: Breaking News)
- US envoy meets President Ranil, discusses ongoing crisis situation (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe says the upcoming presidential election will not be about his personal victory or defeat, but that of the country’s success or failure. The President noted that if the people are satisfied with the government’s program, they can support it. Otherwise, they will face the consequences of living in a country with a […]
- Government’s Economic Program is the only path to national progress – President (Category: Breaking News)
- Elon Musk thanks Ranil for greenlight to launch Starlink (Category: Breaking News)
- President invites King Charles III to visit Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Death toll from inclement weather in Sri Lanka rises to 30 (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka called on BRICS to ensure a rules-based order, not only when it suits the rich and powerful, but as an equitable and justifiable model for a sustainable world order. Foreign Minister Ali Sabry undertook an official visit to Russia at the invitation of his counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the […]
- Russian Foreign Minister assures Sri Lankans will not be recruited for war (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka looks to enhance ties with Russia (Category: Breaking News)
- Foreign Minister of Maldives Moosa Zameer to visit Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Russia and Sri Lanka discuss issue related to Sri Lankans in Ukraine war (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post AKD’s Speech On Police & Rule Of Law: Merits & Demerits? appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Challenges In The Forthcoming Presidential Elections (Category: Breaking News)
- Anatomy Of A Change; From Wijeweera’s JVP To AKD’s NPP (Category: Breaking News)
- Anti-Terrorism Bill Terrifies The Public (Category: Breaking News)
- ‘Rule By Law’ Is Not Rule Of Law (Category: Breaking News)
Nepal, which earlier hesitated to completely pivot towards China because of several economic and geopolitical factors, seems to have tilted heavily towards its big northern neighbor, giving it an opportunity to further increase its footprint in the Himalayan country’s political, economic, and social space. Yet what concerns Nepal watchers the most is the Himalayan nation’s […]
- India makes inroads into Sri Lanka under China’s long shadow (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka asks China to defer arrival of ship after India objects (Category: Breaking News)
- China’s developmental projects impacts climate, environment: Experts (Category: Breaking News)
- China must develop a more consensual approach to Himalayan water (Category: Breaking News)
Ananda Walk 2024 will take place on July 07, with the participation of old and present Anandians, teachers and well-wishers. Addressing the media at the College on Monday, Executive President of the Ananda College Old Boys’ Association Prof. Athula Kaluarachchi said that this year’s walk would be organized to educate and empower the youth to increase their […]
- ‘MAN OF THE MATCH’ (Category: Breaking News)
- Ananda walk to mark Anniversary (Category: Breaking News)
- Ananda win Western Province Under 20 Inter School Rugby 7s title (Category: Breaking News)
- CSI appoints veteran principal to steer school (Category: Breaking News)
In the wake of the SLPP reiterating its commitment to President Wickremesinghe, two groups of MPs – New Alliance and the SLFP among the ruling party – announced their partnership at a meeting held at Ambalantota on Saturday (08). Among the lawmakers present were Leader of the House Susil Premjayantha, Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera, Trade […]
- Vote on Electricity Amendment Bill today: Will SLPP group disregard MR’s declaration? (Category: Breaking News)
- Over 20 MPs flout party decisions at Budget vote (Category: Breaking News)
- SLPP ensures passage of Electricity Amendment Bill (Category: Breaking News)
- 2024 Prez poll: Champika denies alliance with MR-Ranil grouping, won’t contest (Category: Breaking News)
The 48th Annual Convention of Y’s Men International Sri Lanka Region (YSMISL) is scheduled to be held on 15th June 2024 at the “Rainbow” Room of the Grand Oriental Hotel in Colombo Fort. A media release said that the President of the Asia Pacific Area, representing the100 year old organization’ Y’s Men International Geneva (YMI). […]
- Prez promotes use of AI in local film industry (Category: Breaking News)
- President tells Arab envoys Lanka wants immediate ceasefire in Gaza (Category: Breaking News)
- Increase in workers’ remittances (Category: Breaking News)
- Fellowship night of Buddhist Overseas Tour organizers’ Association (Category: Breaking News)
Two care home owners in the UK say they would be unable to cope without the help of foreign staff from countries like Sri Lanka. Lakshmy and Philip Pengelly, who own Ashley Court Care Home in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, said they had been forced to cut occupancy at their home because of staffing issues – until […]
- Sri Lankan asylum seekers feel unsafe in Diego Garcia (Category: Breaking News)
- Refugee from Sri Lanka becomes Mayor in UK town (Category: Breaking News)
- Jimmy Anderson confirms England farewell (Category: Breaking News)
- Anne concludes Sri Lanka visit describing herself ‘eyes and ears’ of monarchy (Category: Breaking News)
At least 49 people from the Horn of Africa have died after their boat capsized off the coast of Yemen, according to the UN’s International Organization for Migration (IOM). Among the dead were six children and 31 women. Survivors told rescuers that the vessel, carrying 260 migrants, sank on Monday in strong winds. The search […]
- Many feared dead in massive Papua New Guinea landslide (Category: Breaking News)
- First results announced from South Africa election (Category: Breaking News)
- Mexico elects Claudia Sheinbaum as first woman president (Category: Breaking News)
- Passengers recall horror onboard flight SQ 321 (Category: Breaking News)
National People’s Power (NPP) Leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake held talks with the Illangai Thamil Arasu Katchi (ITAK) in Jaffna. Dissanayake had talks with ITAK MPs and members, including M.A Sumanthiran and Mavai Senathirajah. The NPP said the talks focused on the current political developments and economy. Dissanayake also had talks with religious leaders in Jaffna. […]
- Ranil meets Wigneswaran for talks in Jaffna (Category: Breaking News)
- Retired top Police investigators extend support to NPP (Category: Breaking News)
- India notes steady progress in relations with Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Erik Solheim returns to Jaffna after over 20 years (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Uncertainty About Elections Can Cause Instability appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- System Change Happening In Wrong Direction (Category: Breaking News)
- IMF & LG Elections: Presidential Machinations & Opposition Myopia (Category: Breaking News)
- The Impact Of The Next Election On The Economic Reforms (Category: Breaking News)
- Supreme Court Shows Democratic Route To Government (Category: Breaking News)
A fundamental rights petition filed against pastor Jerome Fernando will be taken up for consideration before a three-judge bench chaired by the Chief Justice, on 22 July. Several religious leaders have filed the petition seeking an order to prosecute pastor Jerome Fernando under the United Nations International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) over […]
- Pastor Jerome files FR seeking court order preventing his arrest (Category: Breaking News)
- SC: Jerome’s petition fixed for support (Category: Breaking News)
- Pastor Jerome s FR petition fixed for consideration (Category: Breaking News)
- Date fixed for hearing of Pastor Jerome s petition (Category: Breaking News)
Political sources say Janaka Bandara Tennakoon, MP, and his son, Pramitha Bandara Tennakoon, State Minister for Defence, were not invited to an SLPP meeting held at Rattota over the weekend. The meeting, chaired by SLPP National Organizer Namal Rajapaksa, was addressed by party General Secretary Sagara Kariyawasam, parliamentarians Johnston Fernando, Tissa Kuttiarachchi and several others. […...
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- Fargo MLK award winners announced (Category: USA, North Dakota)
- Fargo MLK award winners announced (Category: USA, North Dakota)
Tuesday 11th June, 2024 Nothing is more disconcerting to an unpopular regime than the prospect of losing power. Hence the SLPP-UNP government’s desperate efforts to cling on to power by fair means or foul. The Opposition has let out howls of protests against a government move to extend the term of Attorney General (AG) Sanjay […]
- Opp. asks if AG, EC backing conspiracy to put off LG polls (Category: Breaking News)
- SJB slams AG over delay in responding to its RTI query (Category: Breaking News)
- Acquittal of Rishad: AG owes explanation – MP (Category: Breaking News)
- X-Press Pearl controversy: Prof. Peiris zeroes in on AG (Category: Breaking News)
By Shamindra Ferdinando Pivithuru Hela Urumaya (PHU) leader Udaya Gammanpila yesterday (10) condemned Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa for declaring his intention to fully implement the 13th Amendment to the Constitution. Attorney-at-Law Gammanpila alleged that the declaration was made by presidential candidate Premadasa with his eye on Northern Province Tamil vo...
- Muslims oppose bid to remerge North and East, Minister tells party leaders (Category: Breaking News)
- CVW asks govt. not to create conditions for redeployment of IPKF (Category: Breaking News)
- 13 A: Political parties miss Ranil’s Feb. 04 deadline for submitting their proposals (Category: Breaking News)
- Police & Land Powers; Friends Of The Provincial Council Solution Falling Into The Lap Of Its Ene... (Category: Breaking News)
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