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EU delegation calls on Sampanthan

A special delegation of the European Union called on Tamil National Alliance Leader Parliamentarian R.Sampanthan and held discussion. Sampanthan briefed them of the problems of the Tamils and the need to enact a new constitution for Tamils to live as equals in the island.
Alice Wells at St.Anthony’s shrine in Kochchikade

The US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Alice Wells visited the St. Anthony's Shrine in Kochchikade, one of the churches bombed by Muslim extremists on April 21, and laid a wreath in remembrance of the victims.
Rajitha hands over 20 endoscopy machines to hospitals

Health Minister Dr.Rajitha Senaratne handed over 20 endoscopy machines to authorities to be distributed to various hospitals in the island at a ceremony held recently. Health Services Director Dr.Anil Jayasinghe and Health Ministry Secretary Wasantha Perera were also present.
Ranil graces opening of Green Valley Apartment Complex in Kaduwela

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe graced the ceremony held to mark the opening of the Green Valley apartment complex in Ranala Kaduwala on Sunday as its Chief Guest.
Our next president will be one selected democratically by the UNP: Mangala

Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has observed that the next president of Sri Lanka will be the person democratically selected by the United National Party and its allies to stand on a platform of democracy, safeguarding the judiciary, public service and other independent institutions and putting ordinary citizens before any family.
Rajapaksa’s with new party, new slogans are the same - a Kobeyya will never be an eagle: Ranil

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on Sunday has charged that even though the Rajapaksa family was attempting to return to power with a new party, new candidate, and new slogans, voters must understand that “a kobeyya (dove), whether it is fried or cooked in milk, is still a kobeyya, and will never be a rajaaliya (eagle).”
I will make Sri Lanka a peaceful, secure, safe country: Gotabaya in his maiden address

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Presidential candidate has observed that if entrusted with the stewardship of this country by the people, his first task would be to ensure complete safety and security throughout the nation. He had complete confidence that we would once again be able to make Sri Lanka one of the most peaceful, secure, and safe countries in the world. He would accept responsibility for people’s safety, and the safety of children and loved ones.
Gotabaya is SLPP’s Presidential candidate: Mahinda announces

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Leader Mahinda Rajapakse has announced that former Defence Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa would be the Presidential candidate of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna.
US Assistant Secretary Alice Wells calls on Mahinda

United States Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asian Alice Wells called on Opposition Leader Mahinda Rajapaksa at his official residence in Wijerama on Sunday morning, August 11 and held discussions. She is currently on a regional tour visiting India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
SLPP leadership handed to Mahinda Rajapaksa

The Leadership of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) has been handed to the Opposition Mahinda Rajapaksa at its National Convention held at the Sugathathasa Indoor Stadium today, Sunday, August 11.
Govt plans to sign agreements violating the constitution: Dinesh charges

Joint Opposition Parliamentarian MEP Leader Dinesh Gunawardena has charged that the government was entering into international agreements detrimental to the country and in violation of the constitution.
Navin Dissanayake at Naga Vihara

Plantation Minister Navin Eranjan Dissanayake visited Yarl Naga Vihara on Saturday, August 10 during his visit to Jaffna.

: 22 April 2015

Basil under arrest

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Former Economic Development Minister Basil Rajapakse was arrested by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division today, reports quoting his lawyer state. Earlier, he appeared before the FCID to make a statement following an order by Kaduwela Magistrate. His statement was recorded from 11am to 5 pm today.

: 22 April 2015

‘Bribery Commission functions independently’ :Wijedasa

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Justice Minister Wijayadasa Rajapakshe has observed that the Bribery Commission functions independently. There is no political interference.

: 22 April 2015

Leader of the House on protest by parliamentarians

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Leader of the House Lakshman Kiriella has observed that the underlying motive of protesting parliamentarians was hindering the passage of 19 A. He was addressing media meeting at the Parliamentary Complex yesterday.

: 22 April 2015

Journalist Kariyakarawana no more

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Reputed journalist Kariyakarawana passed away at the age of 94 yesterday. He was former Editor of silumina, Dinamina and Janata newspapers. He was also one of the founder Secretaries of the Sri Lanka Press Council.

: 22 April 2015

Debate on 19 A put off

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The debate on the 19 A has been put off for April 27 and 28. The postponement decision was taken after a meeting of party leaders who sought time to study the bill.

Latest Headlines

EU delegation calls on Sampanthan

Alice Wells at St.Anthony’s shrine in Kochchikade

Rajitha hands over 20 endoscopy machines to hospitals

Ranil graces opening of Green Valley Apartment Complex in Kaduwela

Our next president will be one selected democratically by the UNP: Mangala

Rajapaksa’s with new party, new slogans are the same - a Kobeyya will never be an eagle: Ranil

I will make Sri Lanka a peaceful, secure, safe country: Gotabaya in his maiden address

Gotabaya is SLPP’s Presidential candidate: Mahinda announces

US Assistant Secretary Alice Wells calls on Mahinda

SLPP leadership handed to Mahinda Rajapaksa

Govt plans to sign agreements violating the constitution: Dinesh charges

Navin Dissanayake at Naga Vihara

Basil under arrest

‘Bribery Commission functions independently’ :Wijedasa

Leader of the House on protest by parliamentarians

Journalist Kariyakarawana no more

Debate on 19 A put off

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