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A delegation from the Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University in Russia recently briefed a group of students in Colombo. The briefing took place at the Russian Cultural Centre, where a high-profile Academic delegation from the Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University met parents of students who are already studying in Russia, parents of students […]
- Ex-military men on Russia-Ukraine front: Prez to dispatch team to Moscow (Category: Breaking News)
- Govt. delegation yet to leave for Moscow, absence of Ambassador worrisome (Category: Breaking News)
- The Latest: National Guard helps at Idaho urgent-care clinic (Category: USA, South Dakota)
- The Latest: National Guard helps at Idaho urgent-care clinic (Category: USA, South Dakota)
Founder of The Pathfinder Foundation, former Cabinet Minister and High Commissioner to India Milinda Moragoda recently published a book, titled “Ashoka Vadana,” in Sinhala. This book was translated into Tamil as “Malarum Yugathirku Pudiyathor Vadivam’ and launched at Saraswathy Hall, Bambalapitiya. The book contains selected articles from his newspaper column of the same na...
- Without a reading, book banned in Richland (Category: USA, Washington)
- 800 complaints received against facebook violations (Category: Breaking News)
- Tarantino has deal for two books on films (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
- The best online photo book services of 2021 - CNET (Category: Technology)
Rex Clementine in New York Sri Lankan fans are still trying to come to terms with the inexplicable display the team put out in their opening encounter of the ICC T-20 World Cup. Captain Wanindu Hasaranga has received lot of flak after the team was bowled out for their lowest total ever in T-20 cricket. […]
- Chamari leads ICC Women s ODI Team of the Year (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka captain Chamari quashes retirement speculation; sets sight on T20 WC Qualifiers (Category: Breaking News)
- Chamari named captain of ICC Women s T20I Team of the Year (Category: Breaking News)
- Aluthgamage asks senior cricketers to support Dilshan (Category: Breaking News)
By Saman Indrajith Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena and Opposition and SJB Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the victory recorded by his party BJP-led National Democratic Alliance at the Indian elections. Both the Prime Minister and the Opposition Leader said that the victory would further elevate the bilateral relations between […]
- Swaraj satisfied with visit to SL (Category: Breaking News)
- The Leader of the Opposition in Sri Lanka and former Prime Minister, Ranil Wickremesinghe seeks ... (Category: Breaking News)
- India s Congress leader Rahul Gandhi disqualified from parliament (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka’s Parliament congratulates Modi (Category: Breaking News)
By Shamindra Ferdinando The ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) will be in a dilemma today (06), when Parliament is scheduled to vote on the Electricity Amendment Bill. Opposition sources pointed out that it would be the first vote since SLPP leader and former President, Mahinda Rajapaksa, in a statement on May 12, urged President […]
- Is Speaker’s announcement consistent with SC determination? (Category: Breaking News)
- SJB and SLPP move SC against Online Safety Bill (Category: Breaking News)
- Parliament urged to incorporate amendments into Central Bank Bill in keeping with promise to SC (Category: Breaking News)
- 22 A: Amendments accepted at ‘committee stage’ should be subjected to SC approval (Category: Breaking News)
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) complains that the relevant authorities are reluctant to respond to Right to Information (RTI) queries sent in respect of Sri Lanka’s agreements with Adani Green Energy (Sri Lanka) Ltd. The following is the text of statement issued by TISL yesterday: Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) has filed a series of […]
- A Power Project In The Dark; RTI Voices Concern Regarding Transparency Around The Adani ‘Green E... (Category: Breaking News)
- Adani wind energy project challenged in Sri Lanka s Supreme Court (Category: Breaking News)
- Adani Green signs 20-yr agreement for wind power stations in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka protesters oppose Indian Adani’s USD 500 mn unsolicited wind power deal (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Should The Economic Transformation Bill Proceed? appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Should The Economic Transformation Bill Proceed? – Part II (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka’s Two Challenges: Economic Recovery & Political Devolution (Category: Breaking News)
- Budget 2023: A Depth Or Dearth (Category: Breaking News)
- President Ranil Wickremesinghe Rescued & Stable Economy In Sri Lanka – An Inquiry (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Historic Crimes Of The Chauvinistic Left: Struggle For Far Sighted Marxist Position appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Historic Crimes Of The Chauvinistic Left: Horror Of Indian Military & JVP (Category: Breaking News)
- Historic Crimes Of The Chauvinistic Left (Category: Breaking News)
- Abolition Of The Provincial Councils System: Reply To Milinda Moragoda’s Utterance (Category: Breaking News)
- Rise Of Ultranationalism & Elections, Tamil Nationalism & Resurrection Of LTTE Ideology In Sri L... (Category: Breaking News)
Six persons of a family from Mullaitivu in Sri Lanka arrived at Serangottai beach near Dhanushkodi in the early hours of Wednesday. The Rameswaram Marine Police interrogated them at the police station. Addressing the media, Sivarajah, 45, a member of the family, said that without regular jobs, they were unable to purchase even essentials such […]
- Two killed as train crashes into car in Enderamulla (Category: Breaking News)
- Retired top Police investigators extend support to NPP (Category: Breaking News)
- Bus topples into canal in Warakapola injuring 13 people (Category: Breaking News)
- Two SLPP and SLFP members join SJB (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka’s leading e-commerce platform Daraz announced the launch of the Daraz Mid-Year Sale, running from June 6 to 12, 2024 featuring a wide array of fashion, lifestyle, beauty, mother & baby and electronics products, with unbeatable deals and Free Delivery vouchers. This mega sale event will offer shoppers over Rs. 10 million worth of […]
- Airtel Lanka official telecommunications partner for Daraz 11.11 (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lankan investors invited to invest in Bangladesh (Category: Breaking News)
- Two killed as train crashes into car in Enderamulla (Category: Breaking News)
- Turkmenistan and Sri Lanka look at cooperation in oil and gas (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe spoke with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi over the phone and congratulated him on his historic electoral victory. Prime Minister Modi thanked President Wickremesinghe for his warm wishes. He conveyed India’s continued commitment to building stronger ties between India and Sri Lanka in keeping with India’s Neighbourhood First Policy and SAGAR vision. […]
- President decides not to extend State of Emergency (Category: Breaking News)
- Cabinet to resign after agreement reached on all-party Government (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil appointed Acting President (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil speaks to IMF Managing Director on crisis in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
In an exciting development, leading marketing technology company zMessenger has announced its sponsorship of the upcoming Privately Organized International World Ladies Golf Tournament set to take place at the prestigious Royal Colombo Golf Club on June 17th. Womens Golf Day is an international event that brings together women of all ageas and skill levels to […]
- Sri Lanka to host West Indies for white-ball series in June (Category: Breaking News)
- Starlink connection to cost Sri Lankans between US$ 400 – US$ 600 (Category: Breaking News)
- LB Finance partners zMessenger for integrated mobile service portfolio (Category: Business)
- Jeevan defends his aggressive behaviour at Point Pedro estate (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post “More Digital-Readers” Is A Consequence Of “Less Thinkers” appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Does Reading Make A Perfect Person? Clearing A Cloud Of Confusion (Category: Breaking News)
- Voracious Readers Who Killed The Public & Its Wealth (Category: Breaking News)
- Why Is AKD Of JVP Free Without Imprisonment? [This Is To Clear So Many Clouds Of Confusion] (Category: Breaking News)
- A Father For The Homeless & A Priest Of The Helpless (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced that Sri Lanka is committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040 while pursuing its economic goals. He noted that Sri Lanka is the first country in Asia to incorporate the global objective of zero carbon emissions into its national policy.
- Power Plan (Category: Business)
- President Ranil reiterates commitment towards net zero on World Environment Day (Category: Breaking News)
- Dirty secrets: What's behind carbon's rise? (Category: Technology)
- NCCSL becomes country’s first Green Chamber (Category: Business)
State Minister of Defence Premitha Bandara Tennakoon chaired a meeting today (05) with representatives of UN agencies, international non-governmental organizations (INGOs) and NGOs to brief them on the ongoing rescue and relief operations to assist adverse weather-affected communities.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced that Sri Lanka is committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040 while pursuing its economic goals. He noted that Sri Lanka is the first country in Asia to incorporate the global objective of zero carbon emissions into its national policy.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe received the credentials of five newly appointed High Commissioners and nine Ambassadors to Sri Lanka at the Colombo Fort President’s House, Wednesday. The High Commissioners representing New Zealand, the Republic of Cyprus, the Maldives, the Republic of Sierra Leone, and the Republic of Mauritius were present. Additionally, Ambassadors from the Republic of […]
- New Korean envoy to Sri Lanka and other diplomats present credentials (Category: Breaking News)
- Five High Commissioners, nine Ambassadors present credentials to the President (Category: Breaking News)
- FOREIGN DIPLOMATS PRESENT CREDENTIALS (Category: Breaking News)
- New diplomats present credentials (Category: Breaking News)
Congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the BJP-led NDA s Âhistoric achievement of securing three consecutive victories in the Lok Sabha elections, Sri Lanka s Opposition Leader, Sajith Premadasa on Wednesday reaffirmed support for India s permanent membership in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
Sri Lanka’s Parliament congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on winning the elections held in India. Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena said that Sri Lanka is committed to working with India to explore new opportunities and enhance corporation. Meanwhile, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said that India should be made a permanent member of the UN Security […]
- India should treat us like its little sister, not be Big Brother (Category: Breaking News)
- Creative Accounting (Category: Business)
- Oil Stock (Category: Business)
- Digital Trade (Category: Business)
The death toll due to the inclement weather in Sri lanka rose to 30, State Minister of Defence Pramitha Bandara Tennakoon said on Wednesday. He told Parliament that over 9000 houses had been damaged as a result of the extreme weather. The State Minister also said that Rs. 25,000 has been granted to the families of […]
- Trees posing a risk in Colombo to be cut down (Category: Breaking News)
- Environmentalists accused of blocking disaster mitigation plans (Category: Breaking News)
- Fuel shipments scheduled to begin arriving from Friday (Category: Breaking News)
- Samantha Power assures Ranil USAID support (Category: Breaking News)
Lanka Premier League (LPL) franchise Dambulla Thunders has been re-named as ‘Dambulla Sixers’ after being taken over by a California-based new owner. Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) and LPL in a joint statement released on Wednesday said, “The team will be operated under DeSilva Holdings, specifically set up for this purpose. The majority stake in Sequoia […]
- LPL to go ahead with new owners for Dambulla (Category: Breaking News)
- Michael Clarke appointed Brand Ambassador of Lanka Premier League (Category: Breaking News)
- LPL terminates Dambulla franchise following max fixing claims (Category: Breaking News)
- Aura Lanka Chairman arrested and remanded (Category: Breaking News)
By Easwaran Rutnam Sri Lanka’s Parliament congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on winning the elections held in India. Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena said that Sri Lanka is committed to working with India to explore new opportunities and enhance corporation. He said that he looks forward to working with Modi to further promote bilateral ties […]
- PM claims only draft agreement reached with IMF (Category: Breaking News)
- Prime Minister insists postponing polls not discussed (Category: Breaking News)
- India seen as Sri Lanka’s biggest friend in a time of crisis (Category: Breaking News)
- Crisis forced Sri Lanka to ensure financial discipline (Category: Breaking News)
The seven political parties representing the ÂSarvajana Balaya alliance, including the National Freedom Front (NFF), Mawbima Janatha Party (MJP), Pivithuru Hela Urumaya (PHU), the Communist Party of Sri Lanka, Yuthukama organisation and the Independent MP s Forum engaged in a peaceful protest today (05)...
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has received the credentials of five newly appointed High Commissioners and nine Ambassadors to Sri Lanka at the Colombo Fort President s House this morning (05), the President s Media Division reported.
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- 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)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe received the credentials of five newly appointed High Commissioners and nine Ambassadors to Sri Lanka at the Colombo Fort President’s House this morning (05). The High Commissioners representing New Zealand, the Republic of Cyprus, the Maldives, the Republic of Sierra Leone, and the Republic of Mauritius were present. Additionally, Ambassadors from the […]
- President receives credentials of new envoys to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- New Korean envoy to Sri Lanka and other diplomats present credentials (Category: Breaking News)
- Four new heads of mission present Letters of Credence to the President (Category: Breaking News)
- Ten Ambassadors present their credentials to the President Wickremesinghe (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe received the credentials of five newly appointed High Commissioners and nine Ambassadors to Sri Lanka at the Colombo Fort President’s House this morning (05).
Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena says that the government has planned to establish ten botanical gardens based on the climate zones in the country.
Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekara says that the government has agreed to accept all the amendments proposed by the Supreme Court to the Sri Lanka Electricity Bill .
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) today announced that Sequoia Consultants, Inc., a leading civil engineering consulting firm based in Los Angeles, California, has come forward to take over the future of the LPL team, Dambulla.
United Petroleum Lanka Pvt Ltd has entered into a contract on June 4th 2024 with Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI) as part of the agreement signed in between Ministry of Power & Energy to supply Petroleum products in Sri Lankan Market.
- Dicey Deals (Category: Business)
- Sri Lanka petroleum distributor detects substandard jet fuel shipment, averts another fiasco (Category: Breaking News)
- Petrol Loss (Category: Business)
- Fuel Test (Category: Business)
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