DMK Leader MK Stalin graced the annual 'Mupperum Vizha'held in the Municipal Grounds in Villupuram on Saturday. Perasiriyar Anbalagan was also present.
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SC landmark verdict a warning to the Executive to abide by the constitution: PAFFREL
The People's Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL) has hailed that the Supreme Court verdict delivered on Thursday is a strong warning to the Executive to abide by the Constitution and not to contravene the constitution. -
Mahinda Rajapaksa has decided to quit: Namal Rajapaksa
Mahinda Rajapakse is expected to resign from the premiership on Saturday after an address the nation. This has been revealed by his son Parliamentarian Namal Rajapakse. -
SC landmark verdict triumph for parliamentary democracy: Rishad Bathiudeen
All Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC) Leader MP Rishad Bathiudeen has hailed that the landmark verdict of the Supreme Court is not just a victory against unconstitutional dissolution but a triumph for Parliamentary democracy itself. -
Three pillars of democracy with checks and balances are sine qua non for sovereignty of citizens: Ranil Wickremesinghe
United National Party Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe has observed that the three pillars of democracy- the Legislature, Judiciary and the Executive with their checks and balances are essential to ensure the sovereignty of the citizens. -
Anura Dissanayakea urges punishing conspirators, passage of 20A and resolution to dissolve Parliament
JVP Leader Anura kumara Dissanayaka has observed that three steps must be taken to ensure democracy. The conspirators of the political crisis must be punished. 20 A must be passed. Finally a resolution must be brought to dissolve the Parliament. -
People’s verdict will be the final say on current issues: Dinesh Gunawardene
Joint Opposition Leader Parliamentarian Dinesh Gunawardene has observed that it is the verdict of the people at a general election that will be a final say in the current crisis. -
It is the masses not Executive, Legislature, Judiciary that can resolve the current crisis: Dullas Alahapperuma
UPFA MP Dullas Alahapperuma has observed that the Executive, the Legislature and the Judiciary can’t find a solution to the prevailing political impasse. It is only the people who could bring to an end this crisis by way of a General Election. -
Safeguard constitution, listen to verdict of the House : Sajith tells President
United National Party Vice President Sajith Premadasa has urged President Maithripala Sirisena to accept the verdict delivered by the House on December 12 expressing confidence on Ranil Wikcremasinghe to be Prime Minister and act accordingly in the larger interest of the country. -
Speaker conveys passage of motion of confidence on Ranil in the House
Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has intimated to Presidnet Maithripala Sirisena the passage of the motion of confidence on Ranil Wickremasinghe by the House. -
House passes motion of confidence on Ranil with a majority of 117 votes
Parliament today, Wednesday, December 12 th passed a resolution expressing confidence on Ranil Wickremasinghe to be Prime Minister of the island. -
Motion expressing confidence on Ranil Wickremesinghe to be moved in the House today
A motion of confidence for UNP leader Ranil Wickremesinghe is expected to be taken up for debate at the Parliament today, Wednesday, December 12. It is included in the agenda of the House. UNP Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa will move the motion. -
Attempt to bribe MPs; Transparency International Sri Lanka urges CIABOC to probe based on President’s statement
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) has requested the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) to investigate on the basis of the statement made by the President concerning the attempts to bribe members of Parliament.
Tamil Nadu Governor Banwarilal Purohit has observed that a decision will be taken in a fair manner and in accordance with the constitution in regard to the recommendation by Tamil Nadu State government to release all the seven Rajiv case convicts.
Major opposition parties in Tamil Nadu have welcomed the recommendation made by the Tamil Nadu cabinet to the Governor to order the release of the seven convicts in the former Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Ghnathy assassination case.
Former President Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday paid homage to late DMK leader M. Karunanidhi at his Gopalapuram residence. He was in Chennai on a visit. TMC leader G.K. Vasan. DMK president M.K. Stalin, Treasurer Duraimurugan and Parliamentarian Kanimozhi were present.
Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam General Secretary Vaiko has welcomed the Supreme Court judgement on the release of seven convicts in the Rajiv assassination case as a panacea for State governments, because till date, the powers conferred on State governments under Article 161 were often interrupted by the Centre.
Trincomalee UC Budget passed
- By S.Kathiravan
The Budget of the Trincomalee Urban Council for the year 2019 was passed at the meeting of the Council held on Thursday, December...
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Prince Casinader no more
A reputed educationist in the east and former Batticaloa Parliamentarian Prince Casinader passed away on Thursday after a brief illness. He was 93 at the...
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Subramaniya Bharathiyar’s 136th Janana Thinam celebrated in Jaffna
A simple ceremony was held at Arasady Junction in Jaffna town recently to mark the 136 th Janana Thinam of Subramaniya Bharathiyar. It was held...
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12 acres of land released by Security Force Headquarters East...
The Security Force Headquarters-East (SF-E) has formally released some 12 acres of lands. The relevant documents were handed during a brief meeting, held with Governor...
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