New Zealand FM to visit India and Sri Lanka

 New Zealand FM to visit India and Sri Lanka“I also intend to discuss progress towards reconciliation following the end of the civil war and human rights issues.” McCully to visit India and Sri Lanka Foreign Affairs Minister Murray McCully will depart Monday on a trip to India and Sri Lanka.In India, Mr McCully will meet the External Affairs, Sports and Commerce ministers to discuss ways to further strengthen the bilateral relationship. “This...

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Sri Lanka looks to give the freedom of getting incoming payments through Paypal

Sri Lanka looks to give the freedom of getting incoming payments through Paypal"We have to move with the times"Sri Lanka is looking to give the freedom of getting incoming payments through Paypal, a cost-effective global remittance and payments system that has helped boost e-commerce in many countries, the current Governor of the Central Bank  Ajith Nivard Cabraal said.Lack of Paypal incoming remittance...

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GREY GROUP Welcomes new head for Sri Lanka

Rachita Dutta GREY GROUP new head for Sri Lanka"We are delighted to have her back,” said Singh"Grey Group has appointed Rachita Dutta, as its new country head for its Sri Lanka operations. In this role, Dutta is responsible for developing and executing strategies to expand Grey’s client base and capitalize on the business opportunities arising as a result of digital media and a shift towards the integration of media campaigns. The industry veteran...

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UNP Parliamentarian Dr. Jayalath Jayawardhana passed away

UNP Parliamentarian Dr Jayalath Jayawardhana passed awayUNP Parliamentarian Dr. Jayalath JayawardhanaUNP Gampaha District Parliamentarian Dr. Jayalath Jayawardhana passed away in Singapore hospital. the parliamentarian passed away while he was receiving treatment at a hospital in Singapore.Dr. Jayalath Jayawardana was born in 1953 and obtained his MBBS Medical Degree from the Medical Faculty of the University of Colombo. ...

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Injured Chanaka Welagedara replaced by Dilhara Lokuhettige

Injured Chanaka Welagedara replaced by Dilhara LokuhettigeICC Champions TrophySri Lanka fast bowler Chanaka Welagedara will be replaced by Dilhara Lokuhettige for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy in England following an ankle injury to Welagedara,Sri Lanka Cricket announced. The decision was approved by Sports Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage.Mahindananda Aluthgamage has approved the above replacement. SLC have written to the ICC Event...

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14th Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2013

 14th Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2013 "Re-Balancing the Economy"The Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2013 organized by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce to be held in Colombo in July 2013 will focus on "Re-Balancing the Economy" with seven sessions focusing on seven subtopics,announced the Island’s premier business Chamber.The summit under the rebalancing economy theme will comprise sessions on ‘Managing the Fiscal Deficit, Export...

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Russia to donate eight helicopters to Sri Lanka

 Russia to donate eight helicopters to Sri LankaSri Lanka is prepared to help RussiaRussia Federation announced that it has taken steps to provide eight large helicopters to Sri Lanka as a total donation; the Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Office said.Russia, which has submitted a bid for obtaining “Expo 2020” Exhibition to Russia also urged Sri Lanka’s support for the same. He told that they are not prepared to give up that opportunity at...

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David Beckham retires from football

David Beckham retires from football"I wouldn't have achieved what I have done today without my family. I'm grateful for my parents' sacrifice, which made me realise my dreams,"The former Manchester United and Real Madrid superstar David Beckham will bring the curtain down on his glittering  20-year carer after Paris Saint-German's final home game of the season against Brest.The former England captain made 115 appearances for his country...

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Massive protest on the 21st against the electricity tariff hike

Massive protest on the 21st against the electricity tariff hikeProtest against Government urging to withdraw power tariffsTrade unions, opposition parties and civil society organizations are to hold a massive protest on the 21st against the electricity tariff hike and the performance of the government.The Coordinating Committee for a Joint Trade Union Alliance of Sri Lanka that has called for the nationwide strike on the 21st says it would be a protest...

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Rolls Royces and BMWs to be imported for CHOGM

Rolls Royces and BMWs to be imported for CHOGMCommonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) The External Affairs Ministry has made arrangements to import 12 Rolls- Royce's and 100 BMW's cars for the use of the heads of state, scheduled to visit Sri Lanka to participate in the 23rd Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in November,news source said.However it is not known whether these vehicles are to be re-exported after use. The price...

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NPC polls in first week of September 2013

NPC polls in first week of September 2013Wayamba and Central PCs laterPolls for Central and Wayamba provincial councils are likely to be postponed.the government is planning to hold the Northern Provincial Council elections in early September and to conduct the polls for the Central and Wayamba Provincial councils later in the same month,news source said.The official announcement by President Mahinda Rajapaksa regarding the holding of Northern...

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Tokyo Cement’s new frontier - Sri Lanka’s first cement company to offer products online

Tokyo Cement’s new frontier - Sri Lanka’s first cement company to offer products onlinewww.tokyocement.lkSri Lanka’s premier manufacturer of cement, The Tokyo Cement Group (TKYO), has reinvigorated their online presence with a fresh, new website that facilitates unprecedented access between consumer and cement manufacturer. The launch of this refreshed website will make Tokyo Cement the nation’s first-ever cement manufacturer to offer a direct-to-consumer...

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BBS challenges Sri Lankan Minister over claim of Norwegian funds

BBS challenges Sri Lankan Minister over claim of Norwegian fundsBBS accuse Minister Wimal Weerawansa Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) challenged the Construction, Engineering Services and Common Amenities Minister Wimal Weerawansa to prove his accusation that it has raised funds from Norway or any international non governmental organization (INGO) or other western countries."If anyone could prove that our organization had taken money...

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UNP drafts a new constitution for Sri Lanka

UNP drafts a new constitution for Sri LankaNew constitution for the countrySri Lanka's main opposition United National Party (UNP) has taken measures to draft a new constitution for the country to address the current issues and decided to appoint a committee to draft the constitution. Parliamentarian and former Bar association President Wijedasa Rajapaksa is slated to be appointed as the Chairman of the committee,party sources said.UNP general secretary...

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Sri Lanka ensures safety of fishermen

Sri Lanka ensures safety of fishermenNational Fishing Safety PlanSri Lanka has launched a national plan to ensure the safety of fishermen and fishing vessels at sea under the patronage of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Development Minister Dr. Rajitha Senaratne.According to the Minister the plan formalizes the national approach to safety at sea in Sri Lanka and creates a strong foundation for activities which were previously taking place on...

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Samsung launches Galaxy S4 in Sri Lanka

Samsung launches Galaxy S4 in Sri Lanka“The GALAXY S4 brings people together, makes everyday living better and sets the standard in mobile innovation” Samsung Electronics today announced the launch of the much-anticipated Samsung GALAXY S4, the next generation handset that’s designed to bring people together and enrich everyday life, into the Sri Lankan market.“The GALAXY S4 brings people together, makes everyday living better and sets the standard...

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Air Arabia Cancels Mattala/Hambantota Service

Air Arabia Cancels Mattala ServiceSri Lanka's second international airportAir Arabia, the Sharjah-based United Arab Emirates has cancelled its services to Sharjah – Mattala/Hambantota route,just 6 weeks after it became the first foreign carrier to service the newest international airport in Sri Lanka.The airline previously operated twice weekly service.Reservations on the airline's website is no longer available, the Airline Route...

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Sri Lanka to boost deep sea fishing

Sri Lanka to boost deep sea fishingincrease exports from $250 million to $500 millionSri Lanka is planning to boost deep sea fishing and double tuna exports by 2015 with the help of new vessels from Japan and China."We hope to increase exports from 250 million US dollars to about 500 million" Fisheries Minister Rajitha Senarathne has said.He said Kiyoshi Kimura of Japan known as Tuna King has visited Sri Lanka and he expects...

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Heavy rain continues-Sri Lanka Meteorology Department

Heavy rain continues-Sri Lanka Meteorology DepartmentThe island will experience heavy rains during the next few daysMore than 2000 persons from Gampaha, Kandy and Matale districts have been affected by heavy rains during the past two days, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.In Wattala, 2212 persons from 479 families are affected from flash floods while 331 persons are presently housed in temporary shelters. During the last 24 hours, Colombo...

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Coca-Cola & Habitat for Humanity dedicate revitalized wells and schools in Batticaloa

Coca-Cola & Habitat for Humanity dedicate revitalized wells and schools in BatticaloaCoca-Cola Sri LankaCoca-Cola Sri Lanka and Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka dedicated more than 1700 wells and 4 play schools to the community members and students of Batticaloa today, under a joint community revitalization project. The project was begun in 2011 after the devastating floods in the Eastern Province of the country rendered 1 million people homeless,...

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David Cameron to attend CHOGM in Sri Lanka

David Cameron to attend CHOGM in Sri LankaCommonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) British Prime Minister David Cameron, and Foreign Secretary William Hague, will be attending the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Sri Lanka, Dr Chris Nonis, Sri Lankan High Commissioner to the UK confirmed.The Commonwealth biennial meeting in November this year, will be preceded by the Commonwealth People’s Forum, the Commonwealth Youth...

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Import tax on potatoes increased by 10 rupees

Import tax on potatoes increased by 10 rupeesCompetitive market for the local farmerThe Import tax on potatoes has been increased by Rs.10 per kilogram  with effect from today(03-05-2013), Finance Ministry said.The aim of the measure is to ensure a competitive market for the local farmer.Accordingly, special commodity levy charged per kilo of imported potatoes has been increased from Rs.15 to Rs.25.“The Government provides seeds and...

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Sri Lanka Champions Trophy Squad

Sri Lanka Champions Trophy SquadICC Champions Trophy 2013Sri Lanka Cricket announced the 15-man squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2013,to be played in England in June 2013. The Sri Lanka team will be led by Angelo Mathews while Dinesh Chandimal acts as his deputy. Experienced TM Dilshan, Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene will join the squad along with Lasith Malinga, Rangana Herath and Nuwan Kulasekara.Off-spinner...

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