The Department of Meteorology has forecast that the prevailing showery condition is expected to reduce to some extent from today. The Met Department said that showers or thundershowers will be experienced at several places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Central, Uva and North-western Provinces after 2 pm. It also said that showers may occur in
The Airport Customs have foiled an attempt to smuggle in a haul of cigarettes. The stock of cigarettes was seized at the Katunayake International Airport. A passenger who had come from Dubai had concealed the cigarettes in his baggage. The suspect is a resident of Narammala. Customs officials said that 162 cartons of cigarettes were
The President and the Prime Minister has paid their final respects to former Minister of the Northwestern Province B.M. Wijenaike. The Late B.M. Wijenaike, former Minister of Food and Cooperatives of the Northwestern Province was the father in law of Minister Akila Viraj Kariyawasam. The President arrived at the residence situated at Noel Seneviratne Mawatha
The Sri Pada Pilgrimage season comes to an end today. The casket carrying the sacred relics, the statue of God Saman and the sacred objects are being brought back to the Galpoththawela Sripada Rajamaha Vihare from the Sri Padaya after the conduct of special religious observances at the Sri Pada Maluwa. The procession carrying the
Wesak Zones and Dansalas are among the programmes that are in progress in view of the Wesak Festival. The Annual Wesak Perahera of the historic Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy paraded the streets yesterday. The Perahera which commenced from the Dalada Maligawa proceeded along Dalada Veediya, D.S. Senanayake Veediya and Temple Road and returned to
Sri Lankans living in Melbourne are celebrating Wesak on a grand scale with various creations. Sri Lankans as well as a large number of foreigners joined in viewing the Wesak creations that are on display at the main auditorium of Nobel Park College in Melbourne. On display are the Wesak Pandal and Wesak lanterns put
Sri Lankans living in Japan had organized various Pinkamas commemorating the Wesak Festival. A religious programme organized by Sri Lankans domiciled in Japan marking the Wesak Festival was held at the Sri Sambuddhaloka Vihare in the Ibaraki Prefecture in Japan. It was held under the patronage of Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to Japan Prof. Dhammika Ganganath
The Bauddhaloka Wesak Zone is being held on an elaborate scale. Its opening took place yesterday under the patronage of President Maithripala Sirisena. The Bauddhaloka Wesak Zone is being organized this year under the guidance of the All Ceylon Buddhist Congress for the 17th occasion. Religious observances were held after the President placed the Sacred
The opening of the Pandal of the Pepiliyana Daya Group of Companies took place under the patronage of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremasinghe. It is being organized for the 13 occasion. The Pandal depictsthe Raajopavaada Jathaka story. Expressing views after the opening of the Pandal Prime Minister Ranil Wickremasinghe said that The Wesak festival is being
The exposition of the sacred relics kept at the Temple Trees and Buddhist artifacts commenced yesterday under the patronage of President Maithripala Sirisena and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremasinghe. A large number of devotees was present yesterday to pay their obeisance to the Sacred Relics which is on display parallel to the Buddha Rashmi Wesak Zone.
The Consumer Affairs Authority has said that canteen and hotel owners will not be permitted to increase food prices citing the price increase of gas as a base. Based on the decision of the Ministerial Sub Committee on the Cost of Living, action was taken to increase the price of a cylinder of gas by
The Government has decided to hold the funeral of internationally acclaimed Film Director Dr. Lester James Peiris also known as the Father of the Sri Lankan cinema at the Independence Square in Colombo on Wednesday with full state patronage. The Funeral Committee said that his remains will be lying at his residence at Lester James
Various religious programs have been organized around the country in connection with the Wesak Full Moon Poya Day. A large number of devotees were seen visiting the historic Kandy Sri Dalada Maligawa from early morning today. Officers of Sri Lanka Army’s 5th Infantry Regiment offered morning Alms giving to devotees who have observed Sil. The
The Sawanak Ras programme which is telecast on every Poya Day took place at the Kadawatha Sri Bimbarama Temple. A large number of devotees attended the religious program. Many religious events were held in the Sawanak Ras Poya Day program which took place at the Kadawatha Sri Bimbarama Temple. The morning Dhamma discussion was headed
President Maithripala Sirisena took part in religious programmes at the Bambalapitiya Siri Vajira Ramaya in connection with the Wesak Full Moon Poya Day. The President who went to the Bambalapitiya Sri Vajira Ramaya engaged in religious practices. The offering of the renovated Dhamma Hall of the Vajira Rama Temple to the Mahasangha under the name
President Maithripala Sirisena issuing a message in connection with the Wesak Full Moon Poya day says that Buddhists all over the world celebrate the Vesak Festival with much religious fervor and enthusiasm to commemorate the important events that took place in the life of Gauthama Buddha on this day. He says the birth of Siddhartha
The landslides warnings issued to Ratnapura and some other areas have been extended. The Disaster Management Centre has asked the public to be vigilant about landslides due to the prevailing rainy weather conditions. Assistant Director of Disaster Management Centre Pradeep Kodippili said that steps are being taken to clear the Neluwa – Morawaka Road. He
Prime Minister Ranil Wickremasinghe says that young leaders have performed a major service to make the United National Party stronger. Issuing a statement the Prime Minister says that new young leaders were appointed to main portfolios of the party with the aim of getting the youth strength to the front. Navin Dissanayaka was appointed as
The exposition of the sacred relics kept at the Temple Trees and Buddhist artifacts will commence today. The sacred relics exposition to coincide with the Rashmi Wesak Zone, takes place from 5.00 p.m. today for the devotees to pay their homage. The sacred relics at Saaraanaath, Waranasi in India and Thakshila Museum in Pakistan were
Today is the Wesak Full Moon Poya Day which marks the birth, enlightenment and passing away of the Buddha. Religious programmes have been organized in the temples around the county in connection with the Full Moon Poya Day. It is on a Wesak Full Moon Poya Day that Prince Siddhartha was born, attained Buddhahood and
President Maithripala Sirisena says that he will not take decisions without consulting the Mahasangha. The President said this while attending the state Wesak Festival. Addressing the gathering the president said that the development of temples including Tampita Vihara has been commenced already. The state wesak festival was held at Bingiriya Devagiri Rajamaha Viharaya. The Wesak
Special train services will be operated tomorrow and day after in connection with the Wesak Festival. Two trains will be operated at 4.30 a.m. and 7.40 a.m. from Maradana to Kalutara South. Two trains will also be run from Kalutara South to Maradana at 6.30 a.m. and 3.20 p.m. Another train will be operated from
17 people were injured in an accident on Southern Expressway this morning. The bus has toppled near 91st mile post between Baddegama and Pinnaduwa on Southern Expressway. A group of people who were on a pilgrimage to Kataragama from Elpitiya had been travelling in the bus. 17 people with injuries have been admitted to Baddegama
A discussion took place at the Presidential Secretariat to find immediate solutions to the problems faced by the farmers due to the decrease of prices of dry zone vegetables. The discussion was held under the patronage of Minister Sarath Amunugama and President’s Secretary Austin Fernando on the instructions of President Maithripala Sirisena. Farmers in dry
Religious activities have been organized island wide in connection with the Wesak Festival. The Annual Wesak Cultural Procession organized by Matara Dickwella Dheegawalukaramaya Rajamaha Viharaya was held in a grand scale for the 181st time. 25 Buddhist Monks went on seeking offerings of medicine to coincide with the procession. A sermon organized in connection with
The National Youth New Year Festival, Sanhindiyawe Sooryamangallaya 2018 was held at Matara Morawaka Keerthi Abeywickrema National School Grounds. The National Youth New Year Festival was held under the patronage of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremasinghe. The Prime Minister commenced the festival by performing traditional rites. Thereafter the Prime Minister went to watch the games at
United National Party General Secretary Akila Viraj Kariyawasam says that changes in the UNP is made only on the requirement of the party. He mentioned this after calling over on the Mahanayaka Theras and receiving their blessings. Minister Akila Viraj Kariyawasam called over on the Mahanayaka of Ramanna Nikaya Most Venerable Naapane Premasiri Thera and
State Minister Dr. Harsha de Silva says that the exports sector which collapsed during the time of the previous government, is developing at present. He said this during a media briefing at the Ministry of National Policies and Economic Affairs. State Minister Harsha de Silva said that the primary aim of the government is to
Minister Sajith Premadasa says that 25 villages will be built for Artists. He said this while attending the ceremony to launch the constructions of Lester James Peiris Village for Artists. The village, Sinepathi Lester James Peiris Arts Village is constructed to appreciate the services of Dr. Lester James Peiris to local cinema. The village will
Acting Director General of Sri Lanka Standards Institute Nayana Satharasinghe says that the Buddhist Flag should be prepared according to SLS 802 National Standards. She disclosed this during a media briefing in Colombo on the standard of Buddhist Flag. She said that it is not appropriate to use any symbols or verses on the Buddhist
The Tuition Master who went missing after his luxury jeep fell in to Viyana Canal at Mahiyanganaya Maapakadawewa 17th mile post area, has surrendered to police. He has been questioned for about 5 hours. Police said some of his statement cannot be accepted. The accident occurred around 4.30 a.m. on Friday. Following an information received
The lawsuit filed by the Bribery Commission against former Media Minister Keheliya Rambukwella is due to be taken up for hearing on the 13th of July. This is for allegedly causing an unlawful loss of 230,984 rupees to the government after paying the former Minister’s mobile phone bill by using SPC funds, while functioning as
The Consumer Affairs Authority has taken action to remove substandard Buddhist flags found at 10 business locations in the Gampaha town. The inspection of business locations was undertaken following complaints received from the public that substandard Buddhist flags were being sold. The order of the colours of some Buddhist flags had been changed. The Consumer
President Maithripala Sirisena joined in viewing the maiden screening of the film “Yashodara.” The maiden screening of the film “Yashodara” alias “Bimbadevi” took place at the Savoy Cinema Hall in Wellawatte. It is directed by Prof. Sunil Ariyaratne. President Maithripala Sirisena joined in the occasion as the Chief Guest. Among those who were present included
The International Cricket Council has asked an internal panel to suggest harsher punishment for ball-tampering and other misbehaviour by players in its bid to establish a “culture of respect”. The game’s image was sullied in Cape Town last month when Australia batsman Cameron Bancroft was caught on camera tampering with the ball during the third
Toyota’s Jari-Matti Latvala raced to the fastest time in the final shakedown before the start of Rally Argentina. The Finnish driver, who last won in Argentina in 2014, finished three-tenths of a second faster than Irishman Craig Breen, who narrowly finished ahead of Citroen teammate Kris Meeke of the UK. Norway’s Andreas Mikkelsen, the only
The European Space Agency’s mission to search for life on Mars has reached an important milestone with its six-wheeled surface rover prototype ready for its “shake and bake”. Built by Airbus Defence and Space just north of London in Stevenage, Britain’s unlikely “Space City”, the so-called Structural Thermal Model is being packed off to Toulouse
That is a core belief of the “Filling the music” project, created in Switzerland, where youngsters from 5 to 18 are taught to perform covers of hit songs. The resulting videos from the talented youth choir aren’t just great for kids’ self-confidence. They have also gone viral on YouTube! The incredible success has seen tens
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Astana cyclist Omar Fraile outfought Bahrain’s Sonny Colbrelli in a final sprint to the finish line on Yesterday to win the first stage of the Tour de Romandie in Switzerland.The stage from Fribourg to Delemont was a hilly affair with La Mondiale’s Alexis Gougeard and Wanty’s Marco Minnaard taking a significant lead for much of
26Former world number one Novak Djokovic suffered a surprise second-round exit from the Barcelona Open on yesterday, when the Serb was beaten 6-2 1-6 6-3 by world number 140 Martin Klizan.Djokovic, who received a bye in the opening round, has not reached the last eight of a tournament since last year’s Wimbledon and has struggled
Many young Parliamentarians have been appointed to high positions of the United National Party. Noteworthy was the appointment of many active young members being appointed to several responsible positions of the Party at the Working Committee meeting. Appointments were made yesterday to key positions of the United National Party under the Party’s reorganization programme. Accordingly
A new Electoral Organizer and a new District Organizer have been appointed for the Sri Lanka Freedom Party. They took their oaths before the President. Ajith Basnayake has been appointed as the Gampaha Electoral Organizer of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party. He received his letter of appointment from President Maithripala Sirisena at the official Residence
The Police Life Saving Unit have launched operations in search of those who had disappeared after a jeep had toppled into the Viyana Canal. The Road Development Authority said that they have taken immediate action to build a fence at dangerous points of the Canal. A car had been found floating in the Viyana canal
British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka James Duaris has pledged full support for economic development in Sri Lanka. The British High Commissioner gave this assurance when he met Minister Rishad Bathiudeen. The meeting took place at the Ministry of Industries and Economic Affairs. The British High Commissioner further said that his country will extend total
Sri Lanka has won several medals including three gold medals from the International Young Scientists competition. The International Young Scientists competition was held in Belgrade, Serbia recently. Three students represented Sri Lanka. The three of them were able to achieve significant victories in the competition. There were competitors from many countries such including Russia, the
The Wesak Week begins. The Wesak week which commenced today will continue until the 02nd of next month. All arrangements are in place to hold the State Wesak Festival at the Bingiriya Devagiri Raja Maha Vihare premises. The State Wesak Festival is being held with the blessings of the Maha Sangha including the Mahanayake Theras.
The Indian High Commission in Colombo said that the most revered Relics from Sarnath will be in Sri Lanka for public exposition on the occasion of Vesak. This is the first time these Sacred Relics are being brought to Sri Lanka from India, and special arrangements have been made by the Government of India for
The judiciary has ordered that the case reports be handed over to the Criminal Investigations Department to compile the necessary documents to get down Arjun Mahendran, the chief suspect in the bond scam case. The Criminal Investigations Department has issued red notices to 192 countries for the arrest of Arjun Mahendran via the international coordination
The Police are soliciting the support of the public to identify the suspects involved in the shooting incident during a musical show in the Attanagalla area. Photographs of the suspects have been released to the media. One individual was killed and four others sustained injuries during a shooting that happened at a musical show held
The U.S. Navy hospital ship USNS Mercy has arrived in Trincomalee. The ship has arrived in the island for the conduct of the 2018 Pacific Partnership mission. Pacific Partnership 2018 will continue through May 8 and will feature U.S. and other military doctors and medical personnel working side-by-side with Sri Lankan medical professionals to provide
A new project for the construction of new houses for low income families in the Polonnaruwa District has been launched. The project has been launched under the “Yali Pibidena” Polonnaruwa Programme. The houses are being constructed for low income families within seven Divisional Secretariat Divisions in the Polonnaruwa District under the President’s “Yali Pibidena” Polonnaruwa
K.M. Bandara who avoided a train accident within the Singimale Tunnel has been given a promotion and also awarded a cash donation. K.M. Bandara who was on inspection duty of the rail track succeeded in avoiding a danger of derailment of the Udarata Menike train plying from Colombo Fort to Badulla on the 04th of
Action has been initiated for the release of 50,000 acre feet of water from the Moragahakanda Reservoir to the Kantale Reservoir for the farmers to undertake cultivation within the Yala season. As a result the farmers claim that they can successfully undertake their cultivation within the Kantale Farmer Colony. Water was released today for more
The 2018 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2018) kicked off , with more than 1,000 models and dozens of concept car presented to auto enthusiasts. A total of 105 car models are also being displayed for the first time at the show. More than 1,200 exhibitors from 14 countries and regions, including industry behemoths
The European Space Agency launched its latest environment observation satellite on Wednesday aboard a converted Russian missile.The Sentinel 3B environmental monitoring satellite will observe Earth’s oceans, lakes and vegetation.The modified Russian ballistic missile, originally built to carry nuclear warheads, lifted off from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome launchpad about 500 miles north of Moscow.
Japanese engineers unveiled on yesterdaya robot that transforms into a car that can actually carry people on board, in what they said was the first-ever such accomplishment in the history of robots. The 3.7-metre (12.1-feet)-tall two-seater robot “J-deite RIDE” can transform into a sportscar in a process that takes about a minute. It can technically
Models wearing luxurious swimwear paraded down the catwalk on yesterday as Lenny Niemeyer and Salinas houses presented their summer collections at Sao Paulo fashion week. Light, flowing fabrics in muted earth colours covered Lenny Niemeyer swimsuits in prints that alluded to Brazil’s natural beauty, with animal prints and geometric shapes accented by splashes of subdued
The Sri Lanka Freedom Party’s Central Committee has decided to overhaul the Party. This decision was reached when the Central Committee met yesterday under the patronage of President Maithripala Sirisena who is the Chairman of the Party. General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party Minister Duminda Dissanayake has issued a statement with respect to
The Police will implement a special programme in view of security and the handling of vehicle movement during the Wesak season. Police Media Spokesman SP Ruwan Gunasekara said that three thousand Police Officers have been deployed to maintain security within the Colombo City. The Police Media Spokesman said that there will be five Wesak Zones
All arrangements have been finalized for the conduct of the state Wesak Festival at the Devagiri Raja Maha Vihare precincts in Kurunegala. The Buddha Sasana Ministry pointed out that many programmes will be held centering the Vihare from tomorrow until the 02nd of next month. The State Wesak Festival is being held with the blessings
Indictments have been filed against six suspects including former Deputy Minister Sarath Kumara Gunaratne and five defendants, arrested on charges of misappropriating state funds worth nearly 14 million rupees. They are accused of misappropriating these funds allocated for the development of the Negombo Lagoon Development Project. Accordingly the Colombo High Court released each of the
Agriculture Minister Duminda Dissanayake has assured an insurance cover of 40,000 rupees per acre to each farmer during the Yala season. The Minister gave this assurance joining in a special agricultural promotion programme organized in the North Central Province under the theme “Rise up Together to win this Yala.” The Special agricultural promotion programme will
A Sri Lankan woman is among the 10 killed in a fatal van accident that happened in the city of Toronto in Canada. She was a resident of the Uduwa area in Horana. The victim was 44 year old Renuka Amarasinghe mother of one child. She was living in Canada along with her seven year
The Department of Meteorology has forecast a slight change in the prevailing weather from today. The Department said that showers or thundershowers may occur over most Provinces in the island after 2.00 p.m. Fairly heavy falls above 75mm can be expected at some places, particularly in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces and in
The second and third suspects linked to the murder of veteran journalist Lasantha Wickrematunge were further remanded until the first of next month. They were remanded when they were produced in the Mount Lavinia Magistrate’s Court today. Lawyers of the third suspect, former Senior DIG Prasanna Nanayakkara, requested from the Magistrate’s Court to grant him
Two accidents had happened in the Mundalama and Habarana areas. One was killed and another four suffered injuries and have been hospitalized. One accident happened when a lorry collided with a three wheeler in the Sembetta area in Mundalama. The three wheeler driver who was critically injured succumbed to injuries after being admitted to the
Several criteria has been put forward for the holding of Dansalas for the Wesak season. This has been done by the Samastha Lanka Sasanarakshaka Bala Mandalaya and the Department of Buddhist Affairs in collaboration with the Buddha Sasana Ministry. Commissioner General for Buddhist Affairs Nimal Kotawalagedara told the ITN News Division that this initiative has
The Government Information Department has said that there is no truth with regard to statements published in certain media that neither the Government, the Cabinet nor Parliament will be dissolved if the vote taken at the end of the Throne Speech on the 08th of May, the day the Parliamentary sessions commence, is defeated. President
Education Minister Akila Viraj Kariyawasam expressed views with respect to a future Cabinet reshuffle. The Minister said that he is aware of a Cabinet reshuffle. He said the President and the Prime Minister are due to discuss the matter. Thereafter a Cabinet reshuffle will be announced. It is during their discussions that a decision would
President Maithripala Sirisena who participated in the Commonwealth Summit held in London returned to the island. Noteworthy was the many benefits that he was able to gain in the social and economic spheres. The Commonwealth Summit which opened in London on the 16th of this month continue until the 21st. Its theme was “Towards a
Rashid Khan proved yet again as to why he’s the top-ranked bowler in T20 when he helped Sunrisers Hyderabad to dismantle Mumbai Indians in a crucial IPL encounter at Mumbai last night. Batting first, SRH scored 118 and in reply, MI was bowled out for 87 runs. The SRH’s total was their second lowest score
Australian Michael Matthews took the prologue of the Tour de Romandie in Switzerland. Finishing narrowly ahead of local favourite Tom Bohli and Slovenia’s Primoz Roglic. Matthews finished the 4 kilometre time trial in Fribourg in 5 minutes 33 seconds, just a second ahead, as defending champion Richie Porte finished 14 seconds behind the leader in
The eighth and final season of the fantasy drama television series Game of Thrones was announced by HBO. Unlike the first six seasons that each had ten episodes and the seventh that had seven episodes, the eighth season will have only six episodes. Like the previous season, it will largely consist of original content not
President Maithripala Sirisena says a responsible and credible cabinet of Ministers that would be recognized by the general public will be appointed. The President made the comment giving an interview to the BBC Sinhala Service. President Sirisena was interviewed during his visit to London for attending the CHOGM. The President said that the new cabinet
The court today issued warrants to arrest former Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the US, Jaliya Wickramasuriya. The court granted permission to Jaliya Wickramasuriya to go abroad for two months to obtain medical treatment, previously. The court also issued warrants against his wife and sister for placing personal bails on behalf of him. The magistrate
The biggest Solar panel system in a government organization was unveiled at the Department of Examinations, today. The Department of Examinations has been empowered with solar energy under the ‘Surya Bala Shakthi Sangramaya’ national program. Minister Akila Viraj Kariyawasam presided over the opening ceremony. It is expected to generate 250 kilo watts of power by
The Excise Department has mooted a special program to discourage alcohol related crimes. The program will be in effect from the 27th of this month to 3rd of next month. The liquor centers island wide will be inspected during the period. The Excise Department said that special teams will be deployed to raid the places
The Central Environmental Authority says that the mayhem occurred at the Bellapitiya rubber factory recently due to lack of adherence to proper procedures in regard to handling chemicals. The Central Environmental Authority is conducting an investigation regarding the incident. Five people were killed by inhaling ammonia at the rubber factory at Bellapitiya in Horana. 20
Media Unit of the Speaker’s Office vehemently rejects the media reports mentioning that 1,000 million rupees has been allocated for refurbishment purposes of the parliamentary building. The press statement issued by the speaker’s Office states that only 200 million rupees has been allocated for the refurbishments, this year by the government. The parliamentary building older
Kings XI Punjab continued their impressive form as they edged out Delhi Daredevils by four runs in a closely-fought Indian Premier League encounter. Shreyas Iyer’s brilliant half-century gave the hosts hope throughout as they needed five runs off the last ball. However, Iyer couldn’t time the ball well and was dismissed for 57 runs. Chasing
Five athletes arrived after crossing the main ridge of the Alps from Reichenau a der Rax in Austria to the French city. Swiss Bernhard Hug, Philipp Reiter of Germany, Austria’s David Wallmann and the American pair Janelle and Mark Smiley completed the journey in a record time of 36 days. The group covered 1721 kilometres
Sao Paulo Fashion Week continued featuring basic designs based on a sustainability theme from Osklen and sparkling pieces from Samuel Cirnansck, featuring Hello Kitty. Green and brown earthtones dominated Osklen’s As Sustainable as Possible which included sweatshirts, t-shirts and loose-fitting pants. Meanwhile, Samuel Cirnansck took his show in a different direction, introducing it with Hello
The second and third suspects linked to the murder of veteran journalist Lasantha Wickrematunge were further remanded until the first of next month. They were remanded when they were produced in the Mount Lavinia Magistrate’s Court today. Lawyers of the third suspect, former Senior DIG Prasanna Nanayakkara, requested from the Magistrate’s Court to grant him
Today was the final day of the Japan Expo Sri Lanka 2018 Exhibition. The closing ceremony marked under the patronage of Education Minister Akila Viraj Kariyawasam. The Exhibition commenced at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Hall premises on the 21st of this month. There were many exhibition booths depicting the Japanese culture and traditions. Our correspondents reported
Two accidents had happened in the Mundalama and Habarana areas. One was killed and another four suffered injuries and have been hospitalized. One accident happened when a lorry collided with a three wheeler in the Sembetta area in Mundalama. The three wheeler driver who was critically injured succumbed to injuries after being admitted to the
Several criteria has been put forward for the holding of Dansalas for the Wesak season. This has been done by the Samastha Lanka Sasanarakshaka Bala Mandalaya and the Department of Buddhist Affairs in collaboration with the Buddha Sasana Ministry. Commissioner General for Buddhist Affairs Nimal Kotawalagedara told the ITN News Division that this initiative has
The Government Information Department has said that there is no truth with regard to statements published in certain media that neither the Government, the Cabinet nor Parliament will be dissolved if the vote taken at the end of the Throne Speech on the 08th of May, the day the Parliamentary sessions commence, is defeated. President