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. State newspaper Al-Ahram said the crash involved […]
- India set to hold colourful parade to celebrate 74th Republic Day (Category: Breaking News)
- Ancient Egyptian ‘Green Coffin’ returned to Cairo by US (Category: Breaking News)
- New Turkey earthquake leaves three dead and people trapped under rubble in Hatay (Category: Breaking News)
- Dozens dead in Egypt church fire (Category: Breaking News)
By Chandre Dharmawardana chandre.dharma@yahoo.ca According to newspaper reports (The Island 16 October [1]), an NGO carrying the acronym MONLAR has accused that “the agricultural policies of successive governments have rendered millions of Lankans insecure”. It claims that “
- Education, culture and health of our rural population compromised (Category: Breaking News)
- MONLAR flays international lenders and govt., for making 5.3 mn Lankans food insecure (Category: Breaking News)
- Multi-sector combined mechanism launched to ensure food security and nutrition in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
At least 11 police officers and a security chief have been killed in Mexico’s southern Guerrero state, say local media quoting police sources. They say a security patrol was ambushed by unidentified gunmen in the Coyuca de Benítez municipality, just west of the Pacific resort of Acapulco.Some of the victims of Monday’s attack were handcuffed […]
- Twitter outage sees users told they are over daily tweet limit (Category: Breaking News)
- Trump arrives in Florida ahead of court appearance (Category: Breaking News)
- Russian court bans ‘LGBT movement’ (Category: Breaking News)
- Taliban and China firm agree Afghanistan oil extraction deal (Category: Breaking News)
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- A Great American Dilemma: Israel-Hamas War – Is It Reverse Holocaust? (Category: Breaking News)
- The Holocaust, history and today’s politics (Category: USA, Arkansas)
- The Holocaust, history and today’s politics (Category: USA, Arkansas)
- The Holocaust, history and today’s politics (Category: USA, Arkansas)
Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe revealed that a Presidential Election is set to take place in 2024 in accordance with the Constitution of Sri Lanka.The post Sri Lanka’s presidential and parliamentary elections will be held in 2024 – President appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Elections will be held in accordance with the Constitution, Presidential poll in 2024 – President (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka: Rajapakse, Wickremesinghe meet, discuss proposed constitutional reforms (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil Wickremesinghe named as next candidate of UNP for Presidential Election 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- UNP decides on candidate for next Presidential Election (Category: Breaking News)
By Sanjeewa Jayaweera The English cricketer Moeen Ali, who incidentally is also the vice-captain of the team, posted on his Instagram page a thought-provoking quote: “If you are not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed and loving the people who are doing the oppressing”. The quote is attributed […]
- Rafael Nadal does not know when he will return from injury (Category: Breaking News)
- ‘Cross border co-operation, key to stopping illegal migration’ (Category: Breaking News)
- Tamil MPs question alleged inaction on monk’s racist outburst (Category: Breaking News)
- JULY 1983: TAMILS DO NOT BLAME SINHALESE PEOPLE (Category: Breaking News)
The All Indian Fishermen Congress, a wing of the Congress party, has strongly criticized the arrest of 27 Indian fishermen and the confiscation of their boats. In response, they have called for a protest at the Sri Lankan Deputy High Commission in Chennai on 25 October, India’s Express newspaper
- Douglas threatens protest in India against poaching (Category: Breaking News)
- Douglas would be arrested when he enter to India - Indian lawyers (Category: Breaking News)
- Protest against India in Jaffna (Category: Breaking News)
- Indian fishermen continue to hurl allegations at SL Navy (Category: Breaking News)
Hamas says it offered to release two Israelis captured during its deadly raid but Israel’s government refused to take them. Israel described the claim as “mendacious propaganda”. Abu Obeida, a spokesman for the al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas’s armed wing, said that the mediator Qatar was told of the group’s intention to release the Israelis on Friday, […]
- Hamas releases 24 hostages from Gaza after truce comes into effect (Category: Breaking News)
- Israeli air strikes pound Gaza as truce with Hamas ends (Category: Breaking News)
- Israeli government says it will block Al Jazeera from broadcasting (Category: Breaking News)
- It Is Not War But Ceasefire That Is Freeing Hostages & Prisoners (Category: Breaking News)
A convict in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, who was released in Tamil Nadu, has appealed to Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe to bring him home. Santhan alias Suthenthiraraja, one of the seven life convicts granted premature release in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, has requested the Sri Lankan President to help him return to […]
- Santhan- Released convict in Rajiv Gandhi assassination case dies (Category: Breaking News)
- Rajiv Gandhi assassination- Indian court directs to expedite sending Santhan s body to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Santhan, released convict in Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, dies due to illness (Category: Breaking News)
- Freed Rajiv case convict wants to return home to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post A Journey Down The Memory Lane, Flouters Of Democracy Have Got It In The Neck appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Politics Devoid Of Doctrine Is Empty & Harmful In The Long-Run; Premadasa, RW & MR Are Examples (Category: Breaking News)
- V. Anandasangaree: The LTTE Vilified Him, But History Has Vindicated Him (Category: Breaking News)
- Two Challenges: Economic Recovery & Political Devolution – IV (Category: Breaking News)
- AKD’s Recent Climb Is Meteoric, Yet A Long Way To Go (Category: Breaking News)
Poland elects a new parliament this weekend after a bitterly fought campaign that has seen each side paint the other аs a dire, national threat. The governing, right-wing Law and Justice party, or PiS, is battling to secure a record third term in office. It says the opposition would weaken Poland with mass migration and […]
- Poland: Government under pressure over escalating cash for visas scandal (Category: Breaking News)
- Two officers injured in blast outside interior ministry in Turkey (Category: Breaking News)
- Taiwan elects William Lai president in historic election (Category: Breaking News)
- Rishi Sunak faces crunch Rwanda vote as Tory MPs split (Category: Breaking News)
A prominent Italian journalist has been found guilty of libel after insulting Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in a television interview. Roberto Saviano used a swear word to describe Ms Meloni while attacking her stance on migration in December 2020. He has been handed a suspended fine of 1,000 euros (£864). Though he will only have […]
- Italy PM Giorgia Meloni splits from partner after off-air lewd TV remarks (Category: Breaking News)
- Trump liable for fraud, judge finds in New York civil case (Category: Breaking News)
- Nikki Haley exits race but stops short of endorsing Trump (Category: Breaking News)
- French parliament passes controversial immigration law (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka cannot endorse the idea of international investigations into the island’s internal matters, President’s Media Division (PMD) said.The post Cannot endorse international investigations into Sri Lanka’s internal matters – PMD appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Cannot endorse int l investigations into Sri Lanka s internal matters - PMD (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka President promised support for debt restructuring by Japan, other nations (Category: Breaking News)
- WB approves Sri Lanka s eligibility to access concessional financing from IDA (Category: Breaking News)
- President emphasizes on climate action and international collaboration (Category: Breaking News)
, Edmund Ranasinghe, the founding Editor of ‘Divaina’ newspaper and former […]
- US backs Lankan journalists vis-a-vis Online Safety law (Category: Breaking News)
- Sports Minister denies PMD report on Cabinet decision for appointing interim committees (Category: Breaking News)
- Media must operate within respective country s legal framework  President (Category: Breaking News)
- PMD claims President’s response misinterpreted (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe lauded veteran journalist Edmund Ranasinghe as a trailblazer who catalysed transformative changes in Sri Lankan journalism. He said that Mr. Ranasinghe’s contributions to media, spanning seven decades, played a pivotal role in advancing Sri Lankan society, economy and politics. The President made this statement at the inaugural program held to pay tribute […]
Police in the Indian capital, Delhi, have raided the homes of several prominent journalists and authors in connection with an investigation into the funding of news website NewsClick. Those raided have been charged by the police under an anti-terrorism law and their mobiles and laptops seized. Officials are reportedly investigating allegations that NewsClick got illegal […]
- Inside the deadly instant loan app scam that blackmails with nudes (Category: Breaking News)
- Political violence grips Bangladesh as election looms (Category: Breaking News)
- India parliament: Security scare for MPs on attack anniversary (Category: Breaking News)
- Boeing whistleblower found dead in US (Category: Breaking News)
The tribute ceremony for senior journalist Edmund Ranasinghe, the founding editor and editorial director of the ‘Divaina’ newspaper and one of Sri Lanka’s most esteemed journalists, is scheduled for today (03) at 3:00 pm at the Presidential Secretariat.
The tribute ceremony for senior journalist Edmund Ranasinghe, the founding editor and editorial director of the ‘Divaina’ newspaper and one of Sri Lanka’s most esteemed journalists, is scheduled for tomorrow (03rd October) at 3:00 pm at the Presidential Secretariat. President Ranil Wickremesinghe
- Letter: An outstanding -- and safe -- Halloween (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
- Letter: JB Thomas proposal can become 'friendly' (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
- Letter: Lies and the president (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
- Letter: Swampscott must keep civil service (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has tested positive to COVID-19 and has been forced into virtual campaigning ahead of the October 14 election. Hipkins’ campaign team cancelled his Sunday morning plans after the Labour leader woke up unwell in Auckland. A test subsequently showed the prime minister had caught COVID-19, scotching his plans during […]
- Nine bodies recovered from flooded South Korea tunnel (Category: Breaking News)
- India becomes fourth country to land on the moon (Category: Breaking News)
- India says it has done more for Sri Lanka than IMF (Category: Breaking News)
- Security scare in India’s Parliament on attack anniversary (Category: Breaking News)
Veteran journalist Edmund Ranasinghe will be felicitated on Oct. 3 with the launch of a Sinhala book ‘Edmundge pattara vipalavya’ (Edmund’s newspaper revolution) at the Presidential Secretariat under the auspices of President Ranil Wickramasinghe. Former Editor of Irida Divaina, Divaina
- Edmond Ranasinghe 94 today (Category: Breaking News)
- President to honour senior journalist Edmond Ranasinghe tomorrow (Category: Breaking News)
- The President to preside over tribute ceremony honouring senior journalist Edmond Ranasinghe today (Category: Breaking News)
- President pays glowing tribute to Edmund Ranasinghe (Category: Breaking News)
A Brit trapped abroad in Sri Lanka after sharing videos of a civil uprising says she is ‘out of hope’ following 13 months hiding from the country’s oppressive Government. Kayleigh Fraser, 35, had her home in the south Asian island nation raided in August last year by immigration officials who claimed that she was visiting the […]
- Modi receives rockstar welcome in Australia (Category: Breaking News)
- Israel ramps up military activity along Gaza border as ground invasion looms (Category: Breaking News)
- Australia says China took port because Sri Lanka couldn’t pay (Category: Breaking News)
- Anne concludes Sri Lanka visit describing herself ‘eyes and ears’ of monarchy (Category: Breaking News)
There was a pall of silence over who accompanied our President to the Big Apple for the Big Meeting of the United Nations. Hence our curiosity was roused, minds scratched around for news. Cassandra WhatsApped a good friend of hers now living in California and asked her whether she knew who accompanied our Prez. We […]
- Thus spake Prez (Category: Breaking News)
- Prez says he is neutral (Category: Breaking News)
- Thus spake Prez (Category: Breaking News)
- Thus spake Prez (Category: Breaking News)
by SALIYA WEERAKOON and Prof. ALEX LIN CHEE LOK In 1914, Cambridge-educated D. R Wijewardena, arguably one of the most recognised entrepreneurs in the country, bought the Sinhala daily Dinamina. History also records that he purchased the English daily, Ceylon Daily News, in 1917. Consequently, Wijewardena is known as the press baron of the pre-independence of Ceylon. He […]
- Sri Lanka’s online regulations highlight restrictions sweeping South Asia (Category: Breaking News)
- US backs Lankan journalists vis-a-vis Online Safety law (Category: Breaking News)
- Champika pours out more details about latest sugar scam (Category: Breaking News)
- NMSJ asks for postponement of debate on Online Safety Bill, fresh consultations (Category: Breaking News)
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- Elitism – A Hidden Downfall Factor (Category: Breaking News)
- Do Sri Lankan Politicians Need Educational Qualifications? (Category: Breaking News)
- Electing A New Parliament & Ending The Old Presidency (Category: Breaking News)
- Is It Religious Extremism & Propagated For What? (Category: Breaking News)
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- Should The People Suffer In The Hands Of The Utterly Corrupt 1+225? (Category: Breaking News)
- Suppressing Free Speech & Religious Freedom By Labelling Them Hate Speech (Category: Breaking News)
- Minorities Within Minorities Bullied Into Giving-Up Their Right To Convert & Be Converted Religion (Category: Breaking News)
- Israel Versus Palestinians: Thank God For South Africa’s Boldness (Category: Breaking News)
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- An Open Letter To President & Judiciary – A Response (Category: Breaking News)
- An Open Letter To The President & The Judiciary (Category: Breaking News)
- An Open Letter To Securities Exchange Commission On MTD Walkers Issue (Category: Breaking News)
- An Open Letter To Securities Exchange Commission On MTD Walkers Issue (Category: Breaking News)
Inspirational stories of Shirley Jayawardana By Zanita Careem Women are the largest untapped reservoir of talent in the world, a statement made by Hilary Clinton that packs quite a punch. It’s obvious that women face many challenges when it comes to establishing them or growing their own business. Shirley Jayawardana has broken the glass ceiling […]
- To recognise and reward Women Entrepreneur (Category: Breaking News)
- Women can play a significant role in fostering digital and green economy – President (Category: Breaking News)
- WCIC Awards to recognise and honour exceptional women entrepreneurs across Sri Lanka and SAARC r... (Category: Breaking News)
- Vindya Perera wins Young Woman Entrepreneur of the Year award at WCIC Prathibhabhisheka Awards (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Losing Faith In Sri Lanka: Is Wickremesinghe Corrupt? Are Our Judges Fair? appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Tamils Come Second In IMF Considerations: Navy & Royalist Mafia Party On Tamil Property (Category: Breaking News)
- Minorities Within Minorities Bullied Into Giving-Up Their Right To Convert & Be Converted Religion (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil Wickremesinghe’s Promises: The Parrot That Waited In Vain For The Fruit To Ripen (Category: Breaking News)
- Suppressing Free Speech & Religious Freedom By Labelling Them Hate Speech (Category: Breaking News)
North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un plans to travel to Russia this month to meet President Vladimir Putin, a US official has told the BBC’s US partner CBS. The two leaders will discuss the possibility of North Korea providing Moscow with weapons to support its war in Ukraine, the official said. The exact location of […]
- Vladimir Putin signals help for Kim Jong Un but quiet on weapons (Category: Breaking News)
- China sends top envoy Wang Yi to Russia for security talks (Category: Breaking News)
- Nikki Haley exits race but stops short of endorsing Trump (Category: Breaking News)
- Kim Jong Un reveals North Korea’s ‘nuclear attack submarine’ (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka’s head of state intelligence service Suresh Sallay, who has been linked to the Easter Sunday attacks, has told a court that he and his family are under pressure. Sallay appeared before a district court on Monday in connection with a defamation suit filed by him against a Catholic priest over the 2019 Easter suicide […]
- Retired SC judge to chair committee on Easter attacks (Category: Breaking News)
- President appoints committee to probe Channel 4 allegations (Category: Breaking News)
- Mini war erupts between Maithripala and Fonseka over Easter attacks (Category: Breaking News)
- Maithripala has not implicated any Sri Lankan over Easter attacks (Category: Breaking News)
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