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Ugly incidents that took place in the House are abominable, against cultural norms: Buddhist Monk

Ven. Ittepane Dhammalankara Thera, the Mahanayake of the Kotte Parshwaya of the Kalyani Dharma Gree Maha Sanga Sabha has observed that the ugly and unruly acts performed by elected representatives in the August Assembly are condemnable, abominable and against all norms and the cultural traits of the island nation.
Demise of late Sri Buddharakkhitha Thero ; President pays last respect

Benthara Wallalawita korala keerthi Sri Wageshawaracharya, chief incumbent of historical Kande Vihara, Ven. Batuwanhene Sri Buddharakkhitha Thero passed away recently.The body of the sangha was kept at the historic Kande Vihara.
ACMC Parliamentarians will support Ranil at this crucial hour: Rishad

All Ceylon Makkal Congress Leader Parliamentarian Rishad Bathiudeen has stated that all ACMC Parliamentarians will support Ranil Wickremesinghe at this crucial hour during a motion to establish Ranil’s majority in the House on Dec 12.
Current political instability can be easily resolved, we need patience : Mahinda Rajapaksa

- By J.M.Hafeez Former President, Kurunegala Parliamentarian Mahinda Rajapakse has observed that the political instability that we now experience can easily be resolved, but as this matter is before Courts, we have to act with patience.
Sri Lankan constitution unique: Law Asia delegation

A high-profile delegation representing Law Asia has observed that the Sri Lankan Constitution was unique as it contained clarity leaving no doubt for interpretation.
Country has fallen into a bottomless pit, the House must intervene: Jayatissa appeals

Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) Parliamentarian Dr. Nalinda Jayathissa has lamented that during the last five weeks the country has fallen into a bottomless pit destroying the economy and the diplomatic recognition the country had. The House must intervene to enable the country to return to normalcy.
68th anniversary of the SL Navy; Flag blessing ceremony at Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi

A religious ceremony was held at Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura recently to invoke blessings on naval flags. It was held under the patronage of Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Sirimevan Ranasinghe. It was part of a series of celebratory events held to mark the 68thanniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy.
President in the north, vests Iranamadu Tank with the nation

President Maithripala Sirisena vested the Iranamadu tank with the nation on Friday. Earlier, he made an inspection tour of the Iranamadu tank. The spill gates of the reservoir were opened by him.
Petition seeking general election handed to Mahinda

A petition seeking with 5 million signatures of the public seeking a General Election was handed to Kurnegala Parliamentarian Mahinda Rajapaksa by the Chief Incumbent of Abhayaramaya, Narahenpita Ven. Muruththettuwe Ananda Thera of the Pevidi Hada (Voice of Clergy) Association on Thursday. The event was held at the Abhayaramaya in Narahenpita.
Foreign Companies express grave concerns over current uncertainty in the island

The European Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (ECCSL), the American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM) and the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) have expressed grave concerns over the present political turmoil in the country.
David Mckinnon calls on Jaffna Mayor

Canadian Envoy to Sri Lanka David Mckinnon called on Jaffna Mayor Emmanuel Arnold recently and held talks. The meeting took place at the Mayor’s office in the Jaffna Municipal Council. They discussed the program of the Municipal Council to develop the Jaffna town.
Implement development programs despite political turmoil : President

President Maithripala Sirisena has urged all public officials to implement development programs despite political turmoil in the country.

Interim order restraining dissolution of Parliament extended till December 10

Supreme Court on December 7 extended the interim order that restrained the operation of the gazette notification issued by President to dissolve Parliament till December 10.
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Father of Jaffna Co-operative Movement Veerasingam…

A simple ceremony was held in Jaffna to commemorate the 54 th death anniversary of the Father of the Jaffna Co-operative Movement V.Veerasingam.

United Nations officials visited Mullaitivu on Wednesday and met civil society activists and held discussions about their problems. They also met with the members of the families of missing persons.

Governor of Northern Province Reginald Cooray has appointed a three member committee to probe a financial fraud allegedly committed by former Minister of the Northern Provincial Council Ananthi Sasitharan.

EP Governor Rohitha Bogollagama paid last respect to slain Police Constable late Ganesh Dinesh who was killed in Vavunatheewu recently. His funeral was held at his residence at Periyaneeavanai in...

A demonstration was held near the bus stand in Jaffna on Saturday in support of former President Mahinda Rajapakse. It was held under the patronage of the Sri Lanka Podujana...

Many posters have been put up in Batticaloa hailing Speaker Karu Jayasuriya for upholding the privileges of Parliament and playing the role of a guardian of Parliamentary democracy.

A demonstration was held opposite the Vavuniya Bus Stand demanding general election to resolve the current political impasse. The demonstration was staged under the patronage of the Sri Lanka Podujana...

A demonstration was held in the Second Cross Street in Vavuniya recently to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. It was organized under the patronage...

A demonstration and march was held in Trincomalee town demanding the government to hold general election in the country. It was held under the patronage of the Sri Lanka Podujana...

EPDP Leader Douglas Devananda participated in poojas at Ratnapuram Pillaiyar Temple in Kilinochchi and met with Ayyappa devotees in the premises and held discussions. He assured to help them in...

Demo in Kantalai supports Maithri-Mahinda moves
A demonstration was held opposite the office of the Kantalai Pradesa Sabha recently in support of President Maithripala Sirisena and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa.
World Fisheries Day in Poonakari
World Fisheries Day was held in Poonagari in Kilinochchi on November 21. Deputy Director of Fisheries Niruparaj was the Chief Guest. There were cultural events too at the ceremony.
Tree Planting Campaign launched in Jaffna
A tree planting campaign to make the Jaffna City into a green city was launched recently under the patronage of Northern Province Governor Reginald Cooray.

Senior Journalists in the North honoured
Several senior journalists in the North were honoured at a simple ceremony held in Jaffna to mark the sixth anniversary of the Yarl Oodaga Maiyam. Veteran Editor Kanamaylnathan was among…
EP Governor Rohitha Bogollagama chairs Disaster Management meeting in Batticaloa
Eastern Province Governor Rohitha Bogollagama chaired the meeting held recently to discuss Disaster Management in the Batticaloa district. The meeting was held at the Batticaloa Secretariat.
Thol Thirumavalavan calls on Wigneswaran
Leader of Tamil Nadu Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi Thol Thirumavalavan paid a courtesy call on former Chief Minister of Northern Province Justice Wigneswaran and held talks. The meeting took place at…

Raviraj remembered in Chavakachcheri
Former Tamil National Alliance Parliamentarian Nadarajah Raviraj was remembered on his 12th year of commemoration ceremony held at the foot of his statue in the premises of the Chavakachcheri Pradesa…
Douglas Devananda accorded reception in Kilinochchi
Newly appointed Minister of Resettlement EPDP Leader Douglas Devananda was accorded a welcome, when he visited Kilinochchi recently. A special pooja was conducted at the Pillaiyar temple in Killinochi. The…
Thampalakamam inundated following torrential rains
- By S.Kathiravan The agricultural village of Thampalakamam in the Trincomalee district has been inundated following continuous torrential rains for several days. The paddy fields are flooded with rain water. Some…

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