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Pakistan Ambassador to the European Union, Belgium and Luxembourg Amna Baloch and Sri Lankan Ambassador (Designate) to Belgium and the EU Chandana Weerasena on Monday discussed matters of mutual interest.
GL alleges Mahinda Yapa an extension of executive By Shamindra Ferdinando Alleging that Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena functioned as an extension of the executive, Prof. G. L. Peiris, MP, yesterday (26), declared that the main Opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB)would move a No-Confidence Motion (NCM) against the SLPPer over the enactment of Online Safety law (ONLINE SAFETY […]
- GL urges AG to ensure compliance with SC recommendations before Speaker certifies Online Safety ... (Category: Breaking News)
- UNHRC concerned about constitutional jugglery to suppress Opposition: GL (Category: Breaking News)
- HRC finds five sections of new Act inconsistent with SC determination (Category: Breaking News)
- Opposition: Parliament prorogued to derail finance committee probes (Category: Breaking News)
by Rex Clementine Umpire Lyndon Hannibal has become a marked man with plenty of criticism placed at his doorstep after he failed to detect a no ball in the tensed third T-20 International between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan on Wednesday at Dambulla. Hannibal was the on-field umpire in the third T-20 International and he was […]
- Umpire hora! (Category: Breaking News)
- Hannibal unfit for international games – Hasaranga (Category: Breaking News)
- Afghanistan bowl first in second T-20 International (Category: Breaking News)
- Wanindu Hasaranga conundrum (Category: Breaking News)
We, the Central Bank Executive Officers’ Union (CBEOU), as a professional union representing the Executive Officers of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, wish to clarify some facts, as it was evident that the discourse on the recent salary revision of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka is extremely partial and raised without proper knowledge […]
- COPF recommends deferment of CBSL salary increase (Category: Breaking News)
- CBSL officials summoned by parliamentary committees over 70% salary hike? (Category: Breaking News)
- Over 70% salary hike for CBSL employees: Gevindu demands explanation from FM (Category: Breaking News)
- 29% - 89% salary hikes given to CBSL employees- PM reveals in parliament (Category: Breaking News)
Tuesday 27th February, 2024 Sri Lankan politics is turning red in tooth and claw; the battle for the coveted executive presidency is getting down and dirty with every passing day. The presidential election is about eight months away, but the prospective contenders are already trading blows below the belt. At this rate, they might even […]
- Govt. formed by Ranil-Rajapaksa camp not an all-party arrangement – JVP (Category: Breaking News)
- JVP unveils its economic policy today (Category: Breaking News)
- Domestic debt restructuring and pension funds : JJB alleges Prez trying to influence judiciary (Category: Breaking News)
- Prez recalls co-operation between JVP and Yahapalana govt., requests Opposition’s help for natio... (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Risk Of Repeating The Past Continues appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Don’t Disregard The Less Privileged (Category: Breaking News)
- The Hardware & Software Of Reconciliation (Category: Breaking News)
- Dream Team For National Reconciliation (Category: Breaking News)
- Weaponising Of The Law (Category: Breaking News)
By Hiram H. Senewiratne The stock market began trading on a positive note yesterday but by the middle of the session it noted heavy selling pressure due to month- end profit takings. During the session, Nawaloka shares were suspended for trading due to heavy borrowings from HNB, market analysts said. Amid those developments, both indices […]
- Some across-the-board sales at CSE following dampening of investor sentiment (Category: Breaking News)
- Prospects brighten for banking sector counters; indices move up (Category: Breaking News)
- Lanka IOC and banking sector stocks propel bourse to positive trajectory (Category: Breaking News)
- External opinion climate helps boost bourse (Category: Breaking News)
MILO Football Champs 2024 Sixteen teams from Mannar qualified from the first leg of the MILO Football Champs 2024 – Northern Province (under 10 and under 12) tournament held in the Mannar District on Saturday. The first leg of the tournament in Mannar drew 64 teams, including 16 girls’ teams. The tournament held under two […]
- St. Sebastian’s and Sangamitta Balika clinch ‘Super A’ team titles (Category: Breaking News)
- St. Anthony’s, Anura clash for first ever Division II cricket title (Category: Breaking News)
- Tamil medium scholarship cut off marks released (Category: Breaking News)
By Steve A. Morrell Brokers’ comparative analysis of tea production in Sri Lanka for January 2024 and January 2023 did not yield any noteworthy and positive statistics that merit elaborate commentary. Year 2023 ended with a production of some 256 million Kgs, with 2021 recording around 299 million Kgs. Data gleaned from the Asia Siyaka […]
- January to June 2022 tea income records a hike of 28 per cent over same period last year (Category: Breaking News)
- Tea test (Category: Business)
- November tea exports higher than 2010 (Category: Business)
- Lanka’s crisis powers 22% spike in Indian tea exports (Category: Breaking News)
Under 19 Cricket by Reemus Fernando Shahan Kaushalya excelled with a five wicket haul and a double century as Lumbini took complete control of the Under 19 match against President’s College, Rajagiriya at Colts ground on Monday. Kalushalya’s five wicket haul was key to dismissing President’s for 84 runs. In their reply, Lumbini reached 377 […]
- Shahan, Vishwa score centuries (Category: Breaking News)
- Thamindu century powers Richmond (Category: Breaking News)
- Isipatana, Thurstan record big victories (Category: Breaking News)
- Royal recover as Manchanayake cracks unbeaten double century (Category: Breaking News)
By Usvatte-aratchi ‘The executive of the modern state is nothing but a committee for managing the common affairs of the whole bourgeoisie.’ The Communist Manifesto (1848) ‘… where political and business elites are intertwined in corrupt dealings, each reliant on the other’s power for survival… the downfall of one party can drag the other down […]
- Heritage Matters: Federation (Category: South Australia)
- Using SORTITION to prevent electing of same crooks to parlimant (Category: Breaking News)
- 75 Years Of Non-Democracy In Our Democratic Nation (Category: Breaking News)
- Enemies of progress (Category: Breaking News)
Adjudged overall runner-up and joint winner in Banking sector for 2022 Annual Report The 2022 Annual Report of the Commercial Bank of Ceylon was adjudged the overall runner-up and joint winner in the Banking category at the Sustainability Reporting Awards presented recently by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). Awarding the overall runner-up award […]
- Pace at which young CAs leave SL has increased over past 18 months – CA Sri Lanka president (Category: Breaking News)
- HDFC Bank wins ACCA Award for second consecutive year (Category: Business)
- 47th Annual Report Awards grand finale tonight (Category: Business)
- Sustainable Business (Category: Business)
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)
- Why digital economy is key to Sri Lanka’s economic growth (Category: Breaking News)
- GOLDEN GLORY OF DIGITAL TITANS, LOLC CLINCHES FIVE GOLDS AT TECHINNOVATION 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lankan economy seen as showing consolidation over past several months (Category: Breaking News)
The Deloitte Consulting leadership in South Asia convened in Sri Lanka, marking a significant move to drive growth in the South Asian region. A resolute commitment was made to scale collaboration, nurture talent, and embrace sustainability while shaping the future trajectory of the region’s business landscape. “As we strive for unprecedented growth in the South […]
- Gartner places Deloitte on top again for biz consulting (Category: Business)
- South Asia’s economic landscape: Hope and hurdles on path to prosperity (Category: Breaking News)
- Growth in South Asia to slow down in 2023, WB (Category: Breaking News)
- Writing on the wall for South Asia from climate change, several studies point out (Category: Breaking News)
Deshabandu Tennakoon was appointed as the 36th Inspector General of Police (IGP) of Sri Lanka by President Ranil Wickremesinghe. The Acting IGP was given the appointment letter by Secretary to the President Saman Ekanayake. Tennakoon had been serving as the Acting IGP since November last year. (Colombo Gazette)
- New IGP meets with Speaker (Category: Breaking News)
- Kahawate killings: IGP wants public to come forward with evidence (Category: Breaking News)
- Illegal Cutouts Not Seen By EC Or IGP (Category: Breaking News)
- UPDATE: IGP Mahinda Balasuriya resigns (Category: Breaking News)
Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police Deshbandu Tennakoon has been appointed as the new Inspector General of Police. The letter of appointment was presented to him by Secretary to the President Saman Ekanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon (26) This appointment, in compliance with Articles 41C.(1) and 61E.(b) of the Constitution of the Democratic […]
Deshabandu Tennakoon has been appointed as the 36th Inspector General of Police (IGP) of Sri Lanka.The post Deshabandu Tennakoon appointed as Inspector General of Police (IGP) of Sri Lanka appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Deshabandu Tennakoon appointed IGP (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka President appoints Deshabandu Tennakoon as acting IGP (Category: Breaking News)
- Deshabandu Thennakoon to be appointed as New Police Chief in Sri Lanka? (Category: Breaking News)
- Two Petitions filed against appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as IGP (Category: Breaking News)
Deshabandu Tennakoon has been appointed as the 36th Inspector General of Police (IGP) of Sri Lanka.
The inaugural edition of the Lanka T10 League is scheduled to be held from 12 Â 22 December, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced on Monday (26 Feb.).
[…]The post Modi’s Civilizational Duty & Connectivity Bordering Soft Colonization appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- SL Stands For Sheep Loom: Obedience Above Intelligence (Category: Breaking News)
- SL Stands For Sheep Loom: Obedience Above Intelligence (Category: Breaking News)
- Separation Of Powers, Rule Of Law, Corruption & SL Bankruptcy (Category: Breaking News)
- SL Debt Justice Collective Writes Open Letter To IMF On DDO (Category: Breaking News)
United Petroleum Australia Pty Ltd has entered into a contract with the Ministry of Power and Energy to supply petroleum products in the Sri Lankan market, a statement from the company said.The post United Petroleum enters Sri Lanka’s fuel market, secures supply contract appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- United Petroleum Australia enters Sri Lanka s retail fuel market (Category: Breaking News)
- Three companies get cabinet approval for the importation, storage, distribution and sale of petr... (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka Signs Contract Agreement with Sinopec to Secure Fuel Supply (Category: Breaking News)
- Cabinet approval for 03 foreign firms to enter fuel retail market in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lankan opposition parties, led by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, have decided to bring a no-confidence motion against Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena today (February 26).The post Sri Lankan opposition parties sign no-confidence motion against speaker appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- National People’s Power (NPP) supports No-Confidence motion against Speaker (Category: Breaking News)
- Dates fixed for No-Confidence motion against Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena (Category: Breaking News)
- SLFP to support no-confidence motion on Speaker (Category: Breaking News)
- No-confidence motion against Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena handed over (Category: Breaking News)
Globetrotting chefs Jeremy Lee, Karam Gokani, Cynthia Shanmugalingam, James Lowe, and O Tama Carey have already graced the Gourmet Galle stage in the past month carrying out profound masterclasses and hosting delectable dinners in and around historic and artisan locality of Galle. Hailing from culinary capitals such as Japan, London, New York, Sydney, and Singapore, […]
- Musical shows and political gatherings banned at Galle Face Green (Category: Breaking News)
- Over 230 suspects arrested over unrest (Category: Breaking News)
- President wants Government institutions out of Galle Fort (Category: Breaking News)
- Galle Face protesters to withdraw today (Category: Breaking News)
The Legends Cricket Trophy, the premier cricket extravaganza uniting iconic players in a thrilling new tournament, proudly announces Star Sports as its official broadcast partner for its upcoming tournament. Set to take place from March 8th to 19th 2024 at the Pallakele Stadium in Kandy, Sri Lanka, the event promises fans across the globe a […]
- Legends trophy to kick off with a clash between Yuvraj and Harbhajan in Kandy (Category: Breaking News)
- Isuru Udana finds joy playing for New York Superstar Strikers in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Inaugural edition of Lanka T10 to be held in December 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- Bollywood stars to storm Kandy for Legends Cricket Trophy (Category: Breaking News)
Several opposition parties, led by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, signed a motion of no confidence against Speaker of Parliament Mahinda Yapa Abeywardene on Monday (26 Feb.), claiming that he had violated the Constitution of Sri Lanka.
United Petroleum Australia Pty Ltd has entered into a contract with Sri Lanka s Ministry of Power and Energy to supply petroleum products into the local market.
In an effort to support the education of Sri Lankan children, President Ranil Wickremesinghe introduced the “Presidential Academic Scholarship Program 2024/2025.” This special scholarship initiative, launched through the President’s Fund, aims to provide financial assistance to 100,000 students from Grade 01 to Grade 11 across all 10,126 schools in the country. A total allocation of […]
India’s interim budget focus on poor, youth, farmers and women will not only uplift more than 60 percent of the population in India but also have a spillover effect in South Asia. It sets an example for the developing countries to uplift the downtrodden, facilitate the youth, farmers and empower the women. Overall, it will […]
- Pro-poor growth and Economic growth in Sri Lanka - A critical analysis (Category: Breaking News)
- Can J&K’s GSDP to reach $28 billion with 7.5% growth in 2023-24 (Category: Breaking News)
- Can J&K’s GSDP to reach $28 billion with 7.5% growth in 2023-24 (Category: Breaking News)
- Investing in the Northern Province: Constraints and countering them (Category: Business)
Across South Asia, an ominous great game is unfolding. China is battling for regional influence, with smaller buffer states caught in the middle as pawns. Far from peaceful rise, China’s tactics reveal a belligerent dragon pulling neighbors ever tighter into its orbit through debt-trap diplomacy, data colonialism and brazen political interference – a 21st century […]
- Undermining Stability: Chinese Interference in South Asia (Category: Breaking News)
- Forbes: Lanka, Pakistan and Maldives among biggest debt burdens to China (Category: Breaking News)
- Debt owed by Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh to China rise to record levels: Data (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka turmoil highlights risk for Chinese firms investing overseas (Category: Breaking News)
A Public Health Inspector (PHI) residing in Pathiraja Mawatha, Elpitiya, was shot dead this morning (February 26).The post Public Health Inspector (PHI) shot dead in Elpitiya appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Public Health Inspector shot dead in Elpitiya (Category: Breaking News)
- PHI shot dead at his residence (Category: Breaking News)
- Murder suspect of Health Inspectors’ Association treasurer nabbed at BIA (Category: Breaking News)
- PHI arrested for accepting Rs.10,000 bribe (Category: Breaking News)
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