The peaceful protest by the Tamil mothers searching for their kith and kin who either surrendered, handed over or went missing during the final phase of the war has entered the eighth year.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized the restructuring of vocational education to align with the demands of the modern world, ensuring that the youth of the country are equipped to excel in the competitive global job market.
Tamil fishermen from Sri Lanka’s northern province have issued a stark warning that “consequences” can’t be avoided if the poaching by the Indian fishermen in the Sri Lankan territorial waters does not stop.
Minister Vidura Wickramanayake has been taken to courts by his elder sister over a personal dispute.
The United Republic Front will present a hybrid solution for the country’s crisis, said its leader Patali Champika Ranawaka.
Prime minister Dinesh Gunawardena is due to meet government executive officers today (22) at 11.00 am to discuss their issues.
Minister Tiran Alles has affirmed his support for present President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the presidential polls, declaring him as the preferred candidate.
Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said in Parliament yesterday that the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has agreed to reduce the increased electricity tariff imposed last October.
The Supreme Court’s determination on the antiterrorism bill will be studied and subjected to an extensive dialogue before deciding the course of action, said justice minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe.
A government notification has been issued, increasing the special commodity levy imposed on several items including black grams, green grams and cowpeas.
