@2022 - All Right Reserved. Designed and Developed by Rev-Creations, Inc
210 results found in 2297 ms
Page 3 of 7
[…]The post Feminist Revolt & Masculinity Pitfalls In The Bolshevik Camp: Sri Lanka’s Election Prelude appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
The United States noted the critical role played by content creators in Sri Lanka to frame the discourse that shapes democratic societies. Liz Allen, the first U.S. Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy to visit Sri Lanka, concluded a historic three-day trip to Colombo (February 17-19), during which she interacted with young leaders, entrepreneurs, […]
By Jehan Perera Even as the date for the presidential elections approaches, there are increased speculations regarding those elections, not only who might win but also whether those elections will be held at all. There is also a debate being generated whether the presidential elections ought to be held at all. There are many who […]
By Shamindra Ferdinando Chief Organiser of Lankalokaya and former Southern Provincial Council member Pasanda Yapa Abeywardena yesterday (19) urged major political parties/alliances to consider the abolition of the costly Provincial Council system as a priority. Abeywardena asked them to take a clear stand on PCs introduced in terms of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution that was enacted […...
by Shantha Jayarathne, PhD In recent discussions, concerns have emerged about the National People’s Power (NPP) in Sri Lanka, with some fearing a return to outdated communist traditions if the party ascends to power. These apprehensions, often fueled by political agendas, particularly target those with limited political literacy. This article aims to dispel these misconceptions […]
Tuesday 20th February, 2024 The leaders of the SLPP-UNP government, troubled by the prospect of having to face elections, must be having sleepless nights. They are believed to be busy devising ways and means of putting off the presidential contest due in eight months or so. The President’s Office has however said the next presidential […]
[…]The post Choice Of Elections Or Abolition Of Presidency appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
Young leaders can be the driving force behind the rebuilding of the nation, Dr. Akihiko Tanaka, President of JICA said during a lecture titled, International Relations under Compound Crises: A Japanese Perspective. He made this remark at the closing session of JICA Chair programme held at the University of Colombo on 16 February 2024. It […]
[…]The post Poverty Of Wisdom appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe underscored the government’s commitment to safeguarding the economic and social rights of the upcountry Tamil community during a ceremony held at the Presidential Secretariat. He acknowledged their significant contribution to the nation’s economy and expressed intentions to unite political representatives from the upcountry, transcending party lines, to present colla...
Dr. Qu Dongyu, Director General of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), paid a courtesy visit to President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon (19). During the meeting, Dr. Dongyu congratulated President Wickremesinghe for his efforts in navigating Sri Lanka through the recent economic crisis and subsequent reforms. He assured the President, […]
The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) assured its unwavering support to both the Government and the people of Sri Lanka during these critical times. Dr. Qu Dongyu, Director General of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), paid a courtesy visit to President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the Presidential Secretariat, Monday, commending the President’s leadership […]
President Ranil Wickremesinghe assured a solution to the issues faced by the Tamils in the North and East. He said the Government is diligently addressing challenges one by one and currently, discussions are underway to find solutions for the issues facing the people of the North East. “Simultaneously, we must prepare to advance the nation’s […]
The United States says a free press is not an adversary to Sri Lanka but is one of its greatest allies, paving the way for a resilient and flourishing society. Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy, Elizabeth Allen, said that when Sri Lanka’s Parliament passed the Online Safety Bill in January, the United States […]
Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP S. M. Marikkar stated that he also became aware of an alleged attempt by MP Sarath Fonseka to seek intervention from the courts to prevent his removal from the position of SJB Chairman.The post SJB Members urge party leadership to take disciplinary action against Sarath Fonseka appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
… draws attention to discrepancy in beneficial interest rates for EPF members By Shamindra Ferdinando Dissident SLPP lawmaker Gevindu Cumaratunga yesterday (18) said that the Wickremesinghe-Rajapaksa government owed an explanation how the Governing Board of the Central Bank had approved a massive salary increase to CBSL employees at a time the country was experiencing developing […]
US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia, Donald Lu, hailed Sri Lanka as an example of the success of the administration’s Indo-Pacific strategy in collaboration with partners such as India. However, he also warned both Delhi and Dhaka that the security situation born out of the Rohingya refugee crisis and the general […]
[…]The post RW-Israel Honeymoon & Political Matchmaking appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
[…]The post Disturbing Echoes Of The Last Phase Of The Civil War In Sri Lanka & The Treatment Of Palestinians Under Zionist Occupation appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
N Sathiya Moorthy Chennai 18 February 2023 Now that the presidential election is going to be there later this year, the inevitable run-up-to-the-poll rumours about the imminent abolition of the Executive Presidency too have been resurrected after someone thought that the Aragalaya protests in 2002 had consumed it, full and proper. But every voter in […]
Former Minister Gamini Jayawickrama Perera passed away this morning (February 17) at the age of 83.The post Gamini Jayawickrama Perera passes away appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
ECONOMYNEXT –Sri Lankan exporters have said political stability and a consistent energy supply were crucial facilitators for export growth in 2024, according to a survey by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce. “Exporters stressed that increasing utility prices and the cost of transport and logistics posed significant challenges during 2023,” the Export Barometer Survey by The […]
by Rajan Philips 2024 is election year practically everywhere. In South Asia, it is two down and two to go. Bangladesh went first in January, and the governing Awami League won the election as predicted, with the main opposition Bangladesh National Party boycotting the election and the government fielding independent candidates to avoid the embarrassment […]
by Ajith Samaranayake Between Sri Lanka’s 35th independence anniversary and his birthday Upali Wijewardene boarded his executive Lear Jet at Kuala Lumpur and in a single fateful flash became solidified into an enigma and a legend. The flamboyant tycoon who had left with five others never arrived in Colombo. Somewhere over the Straits of Malacca […]
Promises good economic and political relations with China A National People’s Power (NPP) administration will not do anything that will undermine Indian security; however, it will maintain economic and political relations with China, the NPP delegation to India told Indian officials, NPP Leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake said on Thursday (15) night. In his first interview since […]
[…]The post Executive Ranil Turns Constitutional Interpreter, As AKD Arrives Via India appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
Sri Lanka is back in the geopolitical spotlight ahead of elections slated for later this year, and former President Maithripala Sirisena says Washington should be paying attention. Outside powers — specifically China — are exerting influence amid what Mr. Sirisena says is a moment of “great instability” for his country, a teardrop-shaped island just off […]
By Shamindra Ferdinando Sri Lanka runs the risk of being expelled from the ‘Open Government Partnership’ (OGP) over its decision to enact the controversial ‘Online Safety Bill’ (OSB) and also go ahead with another contentious piece of proposed draconian legislation, titled Anti-Terrorism Bill. Sources said it would be inevitable unless a consensus could be reached […]
By Rathindra Kuruwita A National People’s Power (NPP) administration will not do anything that will undermine Indian security, but it will maintain economic and political relations with China, the NPP delegation to India told Indian officials, JVP/NPP Leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake said in an interview with Sirasa TV, on Thursday (15). In his first interview […]