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Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe delivered a compelling address at the Summit of the Heads of State and Government of the G77 & China in Havana, Cuba yesterday (September 15).The post Sri Lanka President addresses G77 & China Summit in Cuba appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
By Rathiindra Kuruwita The Sri Lankan government has neither attempted to enforce the agreements that doctors enter into before leaving for foreign training nor have they attempted to improve the conditions of doctors in the country and these are the reasons why a large number of health professionals are leaving the country, Sri Lanka Medical […]
President Ranil Wickremesinghe delivered a compelling address at the Summit of the Heads of State and Government of the G77 & China in Havana, Cuba yesterday (15). In his speech, President Wickremesinghe emphasized the crucial role of science, technology and innovation in overcoming the current development challenges faced by developing nations worldwide. President Wickremesinghe began […...
Minister of Agriculture Mahinda Amaraweera has assured that egg and chicken prices are likely to decrease next year and remain stable thereafter.The post Egg prices expected to drop, imports unnecessary from next year – Minister appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
Interesting reading on the Internet about the likely name change of India to Bharat. Curious how before any change was officially made, PM Modi sat at the head of the discussion table of G20 delegates behind the country name-board ‘Bharat’. Curiouser it was that the government decided to send out invitations to G20 delegates for […]
Text of the speech delivered by Prof. Jayadeva Uyangoda at the launch of the book, Democracy and Democratization in Sri Lanka: Paths, Trends and imaginations, September 09, 2023, at Kamatha Cultural Center Auditorium, BMICH. Prof. Uyangoda is the Editor of this two-volume publication. I have no doubt at all that the Chairperson of the BCIS, […]
Talks between Sri Lanka and its international bondholders will seek common ground on how much of a hit should be incurred by domestic banks and holders of debt of the country's state-owned enterprises (SOEs), two sources with direct knowledge said.The post Sri Lanka bondholders talks focus on state enterprise debt, domestic banks – sources appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breakin...
The first review of the International Monetary Fund’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Sri Lanka is slated to commence today (September 14).The post First review of IMF’s Extended Fund Facility for Sri Lanka to commence today appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
Thursday 14th September, 2023 Everyting is weaponised in politics and war, and not even corpses are spared. A long time before the advent of biological warfare in its present form, Mongolian warrior-ruler, Genghis Khan, used infectious agents as a military weapon. Historical records reveal that he had rotting corpses catapulted into the fortresses his army […]
[…]The post The Health Sector In Crisis; Causes & Possible Curse appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
Daily automated price revising system will be implemented at all fuel stations under Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CEYPETCO) in Sri Lanka from next year, Minister of Power and Energy Kanchana Wijesekera said.The post Sri Lanka to introduce daily automated fuel price revising system from 2024 appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
By Easwaran Rutnam The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) and the United National Party (UNP) are likely to form a grand alliance ahead of the next elections, Colombo Gazette learns. Sources told Colombo Gazette that talks in this regard are at the initial stages and includes attempting to agree on a common policy and framework […]
Australia is keen to promote closer links with Sri Lanka as Sri Lanka is seen as an important country in South Asia, Australia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles has said. Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to Australia Chitranganee Wagiswara paid a courtesy call on Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence of […]
The Russian Federation has handed over a consignment of sunflower oil to Sri Lanka, in an emergency operation to support those affected by the economic crisis in Sri Lanka, the Russian Embassy in Sri Lanka announced.
India has urged the Sri Lankan government to “work meaningfully” towards early implementation of its commitments to ensure fundamental freedoms and human rights of all its citizens, including Tamils, are fully protected. “As a close neighbour and friend of Sri Lanka, India has consistently supported Sri Lanka’s efforts towards relief, rehabilitation, resettlement and reconstruction process […...
Former State Minister Dr. Nalaka Godahewa, MP, says that the ruling party politicians were labouring under the misconception that the very individuals responsible for the unprecedented economic crisis could be the architects of the economi recovery process. The Gampaha District MP said that unless
Wednesday 13th September, 2023 There has been a surge in serious and organised crimes over the past several months, if media reports are any indication. Hardly a day passes without several incidents of violent crimes being reported from different parts of the country, which is awash with illegal firearms and narcotics. The Western and Southern […]
Having picked up his career-best ODI figures of 5-40 to derail India’s batting earlier in the day, Dunith Wellalage then top-scored with 42 not out but the efforts weren’t enough as Sri Lanka fell short by 41 runs in a riveting Asia Cup contest on Tuesday in Colombo. (September 12). This result ensures a berth […]
Sri Lanka has accepted offers to exchange about $10 billion worth of defaulted local debt for new bonds, the Finance Ministry said on Tuesday, taking it a step towards meeting debt restructuring requirements ahead of an International Monetary Fund (IMF) review.The post Sri Lanka announces $10 billion local bond swap deal ahead of IMF visit appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News...
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The European Union (EU) has called for concrete actions by Sri Lanka while taking note of plans for reconciliation mechanisms. In a statement delivered at the 54th Session of the UN Human Rights Council, the EU reaffirmed its commitment to Human Rights, reconciliation and accountability in Sri Lanka. “While the EU recognizes the challenges Sri […]
Muttiah Muralitharan believes Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is to be blamed for this fiasco due to the high ticket prices set by the board, who is the official host for the continental tournament.The post Muttiah Muralitharan criticizes Pakistan Cricket Board’s costly tickets for Asia Cup 2023 appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
[…]The post Mind Of Junious II: A Look Into July 1983 After Channel 4 Revelations appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
By N.A.de S. Amaratunga Adequate nutrition is vital for both physical as well as mental growth and development of the human being. If this development is inadequate the whole nation would not advance in all spheres of human activity, the economic, cultural, sports etc. The creativity, thinking ability, and learning capacity of the nation as […]
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Impunity in Sri Lanka is to be raised at the UN Human Rights Council which meets for its regular session from tomorrow (Monday). Crisis Group’s Senior Consultant on Sri Lanka Alan Keenan said that as members of the UN Human Rights Council prepare to convene in Geneva starting on 11 September
By HIMAL KOTELAWALA ECONOMYNEXT – If Sri Lanka allows elections to distract from the path of recovery, stabilization and growth, the country will be hit by a fresh crisis far worse than any before, former central bank governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy said. Speaking at a forum organized by Cal
[…]The post Channel 4’s Easter Sunday: The IMF Descends Amid An Over The Horizon Operation Staring ‘Sonic-Sonic’? appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
The no-confidence motion initiated by the opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) against Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella was defeated in Parliament. The motion was defeated by a majority of 40 votes following three days of debate. A total of 113 MPs voted against the motion and 73 MPs voted in favour. The no-confidence motion accused the […]