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US govt proposes $31 million aid to Sri Lanka

Thursday, 11 February 2016 09:50

The US government has proposed a $31 million financial aid to Sri Lanka to encourage reconciliation efforts and support anti-corruption activities as the Island nation is undertaking major reforms after the historic political transition.

BOI briefs diplomats at Koggala zone

Thursday, 11 February 2016 09:27
The Board Of Investment (BOI) organized a special programme for 57 Nonresident Heads of mission and Defence Advisors and Defence Attachés who were visiting Sri Lanka to attend the 68th Independence Day celebrations in Colombo.

SLFP to suspend 8 leading members!

Thursday, 11 February 2016 09:17

The SLFP is to suspend eight of its leading members, who are responsible for serious disciplinary violations in breach of party decisions the past, say party sources.

Minister Rajitha dodges commission!

Thursday, 11 February 2016 08:14

A powerful minister in the government, Rajitha Senaratne has disregarded summons for the 10th time issued by the bribery commission to appear before it.

Profession dropped from new electronic ID!

Wednesday, 10 February 2016 21:19

The profession of the holder will be dropped from the new electronic national identity card to be introduced.

Warrant issued against Dilshan

Wednesday, 10 February 2016 14:26

A warrant has been issued against Sri Lanka's former cricket captain - Tillakaratne Dilshan.

Referendum for Theravada Kathikawatha Bill

Wednesday, 10 February 2016 14:21

The Supreme Court has determined that the 'Theravadi Kathikavath Bill' contravenes the constitution and as such requires a 2/3rd majority in Parliament and a referendum if the Bill is to be enacted, Speaker Karu Jayasuriya informed Parliament today (10).

CHR calls for police reform initiatives

Wednesday, 10 February 2016 14:20

Police should undergo reforms that suits a democratic society, the Center For Human Rights and Research (CHR) says.

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