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Better conditions for Sri Lankan tea workers, urges Caritas
Wednesday, 13 April 2016 09:55
Caritas has urged the Sri Lankan government to increase the wages and housing rights for marginalized tea workers whose ancestors were brought from India by the British.
Veteran artiste IPB Some no more
Wednesday, 13 April 2016 09:22Veteran artiste - Somapala Hewakapuge better known and much loved by many as IPB Some, has passed away.
UK Labour Party reiterates commitment to the rights of Tamils (video)
Wednesday, 13 April 2016 09:04The leader of the British opposition Jeremy Corbyn reiterated the Labour party’s commitment to achieving justice and self-determination for the Tamil people.
Central Bank probing into Panama Papers
Wednesday, 13 April 2016 08:52The Government is moving ahead with an investigation on leaks contained in the ‘Panama Papers’, although clear information is not yet available, Central Bank Governor Arjuna Mahendran told reporters yesterday (12).
John Kerry extends best wishes for the New Year
Wednesday, 13 April 2016 08:46US Secretary of State John Kerry has extended his best wishes for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year.
Decision to remove MR's Army protection, unchanged
Wednesday, 13 April 2016 08:16There is no change with regard to the decision to remove the Army security provided to former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, Defence Secretary Karunasena Hettiarachchi said.
‘Ensure equitable women’s representation in constitutional reform’
Tuesday, 12 April 2016 21:30There is a mood of anticipation in the country as the government moves to institute constitutional reforms that improve governance in the country within a short time frame, says the National Peace Council.
PSD’s conduct questioned over president’s security
Tuesday, 12 April 2016 21:26There is a serious issue with regard to the security of president Maithripala Sirisena, warns the citizens’ organizations collective convener Saman Ratnapriya.