Sri Lanka is open for business – CB
Governor tells the world
[February 09, 2010]
We will
give a
strong
message
to the
international
community
that Sri
Lanka is
open for
business,
stated
the
Governor
of the
Central
Bank,
Ajith
Nivard
Cabraal,
in an
interview
with the
BBC.
"We have
brought
peace
back to
the
country,
there's
hope,
there's
expression
of
continuous
confidence
in the
economy",
he
continued
and
emphasized
that Sri
Lanka
has
brought
its
macro
economic
fundamentals
into
good
shape.
"Everything
is in
place
now for
the take
off", he
said and
pointed
out that
the
international
and
local
business
community
recognize
this.
FULL STORY
President holds fruitful talks with Russian
counterpart
[February 09, 2010]
President
Mahinda
Rajapaksa
met the
President
of the
Russian
Federation,
Dmitry
Medvedev
in
Moscow
yesterday
(08
Feb).
The
two
heads of
states
held
discussions
on
strengthening
bilateral
relations
between
the two
countries.
FULL STORY
Fonseka
arrested
[February 09, 2010]
Former
Army
Commander
and
Chief of
Defence
Staff,
General
(Retd.)
Sarath
Fonseka
was
arrested
by the
Military
Police
yesterday
(February
8)
evening.
more..
Sri
Lanka to
receive
record
grant
from
Saudi
Arabia
[February 09, 2010]
Saudi
Arabia
will
fund
Saudi
Riyal
172
million
(Rs.5,332
million)
for the
construction
of a dam
in Sri
Lanka,
which
will be
the
highest
grant
offered
to the
island
since
1981.
more..
Share
market
hit new
record
[February 09, 2010]
The
Colombo
Stock
Exchange
hit an
all-time
high on
Monday
(Feb 8)
with
2.53
percent
in the
All-Share
Price
Index.
more..
All ex- LTTE
child
soldiers to
be released
by mid year
[February 09, 2010]
All
former
LTTE
child
soldiers
will be
released
by the
middle
of this
year,
said
Chairman
of the
National
Child
Protection
Authority
(NCPA)
Jagath
Wellawatta.
more..
Lanka to
produce
own
thyroxin
[February 09, 2010]
Sri
Lanka is
to
produce
its
entire
requirement
of
Thyroxin
tablets
from
next
month.
more...
Russia
to
explore
oil off
Mannar
IDP
children
admitted
to
Vavuniya
schools
Two new
spokesmen
appointed
[February 09, 2010]
Russia
will
start
oil and
gas
exploration
in the
seas off
Mannar
after
President
Mahinda
Rajapaksa
held
discussions
with the
Russian
Gas and
Oil
company
Gazprom,
Moscow
yesterday
(08
Feb).
[February 09, 2010]
Over
2,000
IDP
children
living
outside
welfare
centers
were
admitted
to 59
schools
in
Vavuniya
yesterday
(Feb.
08).
[February 09, 2010]]
The Sri
Lanka
Army
yesterday
re-appointed
Major
General
Prasad
Samarasinghe
as the
new
Military
Spokesman
and
Director,
Directorate
of Army
media.
Mega ICT exhibition in
Jaffna
Deyata
Kirula
topped
two million
visitors
yesterday
JVP -
UNP &
LTTE:
New
nexus in
UK?
[February 09, 2010]
The
Federation
of IT
Industry,
Sri
Lanka
(FITIS)
will
hold an
exhibition
later
this
month in
the
Jaffna
peninsula
to
create
ICT
awareness,
hold ICT
training
programmes
and
feature
an ICT
career
guidance
programme
for
youth in
the
Northern
Province.
[February 08, 2010]
The
number
of
visitors
for the
Deyata
Kirula
has
topped
two
million
by noon
yesterday
and is
increasing
each
day.
[February 08, 2010]
A
sinister
nexus
seems to
be
surfacing
between
the
JVP-UNP
alliance
and
pro-LTTE
groups
abroad,
which
will be
detrimental
to the
sovereignty
and
territorial
integrity
of Sri
Lanka,
...
India to
implement
coal-based
power
project
Cinnamon
production
modernized
Water supply project in CP
[February 08, 2010]
With the
re-election
of
President
Mahinda
Rajapaksa,
India’s
largest
power
generator,
NTPC,
hopes to
implement
a 500-Mw
imported
coal-based
power
project
in Sri
Lanka by
the end
of this
month
(February).
[February 08, 2010]
To
consolidate
Sri
Lanka's
status
of
world's
top
cinnamon
supplier,
the
Export
Development
Board
has
taken
measures
to
modernize
cinnamon
production
units by
introducing
a
procedure
known as
“Good
Manufacturing
Process”
which is
hygienic
and
efficient.
[February 08, 2010]
The
Local
Government
and
Provincial
Councils
Ministry
has
begun a
safe
drinking
water
supply
project
to
fulfill
a long
felt
need of
the
people
of
Gurubebila
and
Wewalawewa,
...
February
08 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Record increase in containers handled by Ports
Authority
*
Canada court overturns IRB ruling allowing Tamil
free
*
Japan gifts mobile libraries to IDP children
February
07 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Sri Lankans have made desire for peace, progress and
democracy very clear - President Rajapaksa
*
“Many EU concerns relating GSP+ addressed”
February
06 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
President arrives in Moscow
February
05 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Large crowd at Deyata Kirula
*
President to leave for Russia on official visit
*
Support us as we build a peaceful and successful Sri
Lanka – President tells world in Wall Street Journal
*
Fresh census in Jaffna an urgent need - Polls Chief
*
1,573 prisoners freed
*
India gives shelter material for IDPs
*
USAID & Hayleys help Eastern farmers
*
Small Tank system for NWP drought risk reduction
***
Reminiscing three rewarding years of the Min. of
Environment
February
04 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Nation building through corruption-free commitment
and discipline – President
*
Chinese President vows to promote China- Sri Lanka
relations to new heights
February
03 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
62nd Independence Day has special significance -
President
*
Computer expert rejects Opposition's allegations
*
All set for first Independence after defeating
terrorism
*
*
Polls Chief refutes allegations of election
malpractices
*
President Obama vows to continue long lasting
relations with SL
**
Mannar Bridge, causeway nearing completion
*
Tea smallholders to be uplifted
*
Three Tamils in Australia plead guilty for LTTE fund
raising
*
Rail tracks in Madhu road to be re-laid
February
022 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
President's new term to begin in November 2010 rules
Supreme Court
*
Sri Lanka, fastest growing IT market in the region -
Business Monitor International
*
Clear election result an opportunity for lasting
peace - Solheim
**
More aid from WFP for IDPs
*
India receives confirmation of Prabha's death
*
India on alert against LTTE attacks
*
Security enhanced in Kandy for Independence Day
**
Shares hit new record
*
1,200 persons resettled today
February
01 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Menon expresses confidence about a solution
acceptable to all
*
Presidential Elec. held in overall peaceful
environment - EU
*
Two LTTE supporters in US sentenced for conspiring
to provide material to LTTE
*
Major Gen. Daya Ratnayake appointed Chief of Staff
of the Army
*
HRW undermining Human Rights in Sri Lanka
*
President revokes expulsion order on Swiss
journalist
*
Rehabilitated ex-LTTE cadres handed over to parents
**
WB helps road network
January 31 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
President’s thanks for victory of democracy
*
Independence Day celebrations in Kandy
*
Lahugala and Kumana re-open to the public
January
299 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
President pledges to create a society where the law
will apply to all in an equal manner
*
US, India look forward to strengthen relations with
Sri Lanka
January 28 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Vote for a new beginning of peace and prosperity,
President
*
Election victory reflects people's trust reposed in
President – Indian PM
*
US commends Presidential polls
*
'Sri Lanka’s presidential election concluded free of
violence' - UN Sec. Gen.
*
Sri Lanka assumes Chairmanship of Asia Pacific Group
in UNESCO
*
Green Building Council for construction industry
January 27 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Rajapaksa triumphs with ease
**
President Rajapaksa heads for a comfortable victory
January 26 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Peaceful presidential polls end with over 70 percent
voter turnout
*
Brisk polling in urban centres
January 25 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
President ensures a brighter future
*
President calls for democratic and peaceful poll
*
Sri Lanka ranks World's Eighth Fastest Economy
*
Govt wholly committed to a free and fair election
**
End of conflict conducive to peaceful poll - Foreign
Minister
*
Tight security for tomorrow's election
*
Sri Lanka, a thriving economy
*
‘Jetliner’ embarks on new journey
*
Bogambara prison to be relocated
January 24 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Record favours incumbent Presidency
January 23 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Perpetrators of undemocratic acts will be severely
dealt with - President
*
Cowardly attack aimed at disrupting the election,
Govt expresses grave concern
*
All set for IDPs to vote
*
Campaigning ends today
*
Two pro- LTTE Canadian Tamils sentenced in US
*
India reassures commitment to East development
*
Mahinda Chintanaya takes Sri Lanka towards economic
independence
January 22 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Experts elated by SL's upgrade to 'Middle Income
Emerging Market' status
*
Fonseka only carried out orders of the govt to
defeat LTTE – Ranil tells GTV
**
SL gives further relief to Haiti
*
Jaffna values freedom to vote - BBC
*
Huge employment opportunity for youth soon
*
UN Chief calls for violence free election
*
SL Eye Bank, world's biggest human eyes donor -
Japan Times
*
Govt. helps Samurdhi Families
January 21 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Asian polls team begins observations tomorrow
*
SL upgraded to 'Middle Income Emerging Market'
Status
*
Failed groups seek other means to divide country -
President
*
1st Fundamental of Victory against terror: Political
Will - Indian Defence Review
**
President opens Homagama International Sports
Complex
*
SL's first mega solar power project soon
*
Agriculture developing rapidly in A’pura
January 20 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Development continued even during war against
terrorism - President
*
Sri Lanka deemed “the best place we’ve ever been” by
Travel Writers
*
The nation is ever grateful to President, says
Prelate
*
Northern artistes perform in Colombo today
*
Rs.10mn fishing equipment for resettled IDPs
**
Pay hike for private sector
*
USAID assists dairy farmers in Batti
January 19 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Politicians should be disciplined to lead younger
generation - President
*
President Rajapaksa restored Sri Lankan dignity
-Expatriate Sri Lankans
*
Basu, a towering figure in Indian politics says
President
*
All set for forthcoming Presidential election
*
Farmers allowed cultivation in Jaffna HSZ
*
TNA trying to drag India into SL politics - Former
Indian MP
**
Five more bridges to East
*
Special State hospital to treat infertility
*
Motor Traffic Department streamlined
*
CB's policy interest rates remain
*
HDFC expands in N & E
January 18 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
NFF MP Muzamil file bribery charges against Sarath
Fonseka
*
Alleged Rs.430b fraud refuted
*
President pays last respect to slain SLFP supporter,
Saman Pradeep
*
New security and continuous development helped
develop tourism sector - President
*
Tamils should vote for Rajapaksa - India's Janata
Party
**
We will defeat all conspiracies to divide country -
President
*
Allegations on Govt. misusing LTTE assets, baseless
- National Intelligence Chief
*
Luxury bus service to Jaffna
*
SL Army contingent in Haiti relief operations
*
Moderate Canadian Tamils pledge support to President
*
20% Bonus Interest to Senior Citizens
*
Tea plants varieties introduced
*
Japan assists fishing industry
January 15 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
I want to be the democratically elected leader of
the entire country – President Rajapaksa
*
Expansionism on cards to find land for the unborn
*
SL still faces separatist threat; refused TNA
demands - President
*
Suspicious political motivations of so-called
Permanent People’s tribunal
*
World Bank aid IDP welfare
*
Speedy police action on violent acts
*
15 buses daily between Colombo & Jaffna
**
Power supply expanding in North
January 13 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
I will not allow anyone betray hard earned freedom -
President
*
Government condemns violence at Tangalle
*
Thai Pongal celebration in all parts of SL emphasize
our society's plurality - President
*
60 - 65 % cast postal votes on first day
*
Banners and cutouts for immediate removal -
President instructs IGP
**
US urges peace in first nation- wide election in
united SL
January 12 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Sri Lanka, a valuable model for international
community - President to Philadelphia Inquirer
*
Postal voting begins today
*
President opens Pannipitiya flyover
*
Madhu Church opens sans restrictions
*
Tougher sentences for Canadian LTTE supporters
*
India assists railway line construction in North
*
Sri Lanka shares hit new peak
*
Thiruketheeswaram Kovil to be developed
*
Business loans for Jaffna youth
*
Etihad Airways back in Colombo
January 11 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
President makes commitment to a Brighter Future
Forward Vision of Mahinda Chinthana launched
**
Sri Lanka, the focal point in Asia - President
*
North-South bonds will be restored - President
*
Sri Lanka #1 tourist destination - NY Times
*
Govt. to upgrade state hospitals
*
Yacht sails to be manufactured in SL
January 08 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Sri Lanka will firmly resist endeavors negative to
her interest from any quarter – Foreign Minister
*
Tamil media praises govt. for speedy normalization
of north
*
President reminds UN of protocol
*
Alston not followed protocol- Foreign Minister
*
Safe water for thousands in Ampara
*
WB to provide Rs.7.4bn for Northern recovery
*
USAID helps Anuradhapura farmers
*
World Heritage City Foundation to Kandy
*
Foreign Ministry clarification
January 07 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
TNA fulfilling its aims through Fonseka – Minister
Samarasinghe
**
Tamil Tigers throw weight behind General who crushed
them – The Independent, UK
*
Only 79,965 IDPs remaining in Vavuniya
*
Fonseka’s son-in-law admits his company was awarded
arms contracts
*
Over 500 families resettled in Jaffna HSZ
*
A 9 open 24 hours
*
Japan provides Rs. 20.4 million for livelihood
projects
*
Palaly transmission station opened
*
Tourist arrivals increasing
January 06 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
I will never merge North and East - President
*
Gen Fonseka awarded tender to son-in-law’s firm
flouting tender procedure - Leader of the House
*
Emergency rule not for petty political gains – PM
*
Housing loan scheme for govt servants
*
Suspected LTTE militant arrested in India
*
Another large haul of explosives recovered
*
More charges against Rajaratnam
*
Salary increment to teachers
January 05 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
Resettled Northern children commence education
*
Development continues while overcoming obstacles –
President
*
North, East re-merger on polls radar
*
CSE hits new record
*
Banners of Prabhakaran removed in Chennai
*
CB relaxes controls on foreign exchange transactions
in 2010
*
Sri Lankans blessed with bright future - Indian HC
January 04 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
New outlook towards development solves unemployment
problem - President
*
Annual Inflation Rate lowest in 24 years
*
UK lifts travel restriction to East and Jaffna
District
*
400 km roads to be upgraded
*
Govt to launch massive condominium project
*
Special loan scheme for re-settled IDPs
*
First anniversary of the fall of Kilinochchi
*
Colombo Dockyard builds first & largest passenger
ship
January 01 ,
2010 |
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>>
*
President seeks dedication and efficiency for
unprecedented development
*
Fishing restrictions lifted in Eastern sea
*
Curfew lifted in Jaffna
*
Media speculations on former Thai PM not true - Govt
*
UPF leader & Minister, P. Chandrasekeran passes away
*
Agriculture lending rates reduced
*
Upgrade for Lady Ridgeway
*
Issuance of commemorative Rs.1000 note justified -
CB
December
31,
2009 |
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>>
*
Rapid progress & development is the cherished goal
for the New Year
December
30,
2009 |
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>>
*
Over 173,000 IDPs resettled within five months
*
Kohona to Co Chair UN Working Committee
*
Obama vows to use 'every element of power' to
eliminate terrorism
*
I fulfilled 98% of my promises - President
*
Petrol price reduced
*
33 power sets for railway development
*
More facilities to Kilinochchi hospital
December
30,
2009 |
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>>
*
Petrol price reduced
*
33 power sets for railway development
*
More facilities to Kilinochchi hospital
December
29,
2009 |
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>>
*
CSE hits fresh record; All-Share Price Index
increased 3,350.50
*
More travelers use A-9 road
*
Appreciation from All Ceylon Hindu Congress on
Govt’s IDP resettlement process
**
Temporary ICs issued for PC polls valid
*
Power transmission link between India and Sri Lanka
*
Chamber team to visit Sri Lanka
*
No misuse of funds for election purposes
*
Govt. to develop Colombo
December
28,
2009 |
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>>
*
President on economic policies
*
There’s genuine sense of hope for the first time in
years – President
*
Alston letter referred to Special Committee on State
Dept. Report
*
Citizens’ duty is to treasure motherland more than
life - President
*
President on incident at Vatican
*
After the defeat of terrorism, community bonds have
become very powerful – President
*
Nation building in 7 Districts
*
Bonus Interest scheme for senior citizens
*
Indian experts assist de-mining
*
Singapore extradites terror suspect to US
*
Govt calls for biz proposals at Hambantota Port
December
24,
2009 |
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>>
*
No Commander has inflicted such irreparable damage
on his men - Cabinet
*
Love will build new bridges of tolerance and
understanding - President
*
Sri Lanka to hold tsunami preparedness drill
*
China gives Rs.128mn worth tents to IDPs
*
Free hotline to inform of child abuse
*
Gampaha flyover nearing completion
*
Rs.4mn from Seva Vanitha Unit for Seruwila Hospital
December
23,
2009 |
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>>
*
SL under needless scrutiny again with Fonseka’s
allegations
*
Schools no longer used as IDP centres
**
Stop vindictive politics - President
*
Foreign exchange reserves boost
*
ADB predicts a higher economic growth rate for SL
next year
*
EU to build infrastructure in North & East
December
22,
2009 |
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>>
*
Foreign forces seek to betray Sri Lanka’s freedom
and strengthen separatism
*
Support assured to all exporters if GSP+ removal
strategy succeeds - President
*
Three Melbourne men to admit backing LTTE
*
India extends US$ 425million credit line
*
Sri Lanka becoming a popular cruise call
*
Security relaxed around schools in Jaffna
*
Japan assists three livelihood projects in Trinco,
Anuradhapura and Hambantota
*
CSE hits record high
*
Northern irrigation project begins
December
21,
2009 |
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>>
*
UN questions Govt on Fonseka’s allegations
*
A brighter future for all - President
*
Navy seizes 'Princess Christina'
*
No travel restrictions on A9 road
*
Hasty decision on GSP +, EU influences election? -
Foreign Minister
*
Govt rejects Times news contents
*
Orugodawatte flyover opens
*
Postal votes on Jan 12 & 13
*
Meeting with Tamil expatriates held in Colombo
*
Vavuniya–Jaffna railway nearing target
*
ADB helps waste water management
December
18,
2009 |
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>>
*
Development war will be won – President
*
Sri Lanka GDP records growth
*
CSE makes history
*
WB supports reconstruction
*
SL, Pak to boost trade
*
Recruitments, transfers and promotions halted
*
Govt & ADB to establish 150 schools
*
Netherlands helps Disaster Response Network
December
17,
2009 |
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>>
*
22 nominations accepted
*
Two UNP frontliners join govt
*
President hands over nomination
*
Canada relaxes travel advice to SLL
*
SL joins ‘space race’
*
Kokavil tower to function soon
*
Govt steps in right direction – EC
*
CB to establish new guarantee scheme
*
Allai irrigation project nearing completion
December
16,
2009 |
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>>
*
Swift measures to assist flood victims
*
Rajaratnam indicted in US hedge fund probe
*
Conditions in welfare centres improved – David
Miliband
*
Sri Lanka should take advantage of Gwadar Port –
Karachi Chamber of Commerce
*
Historic Hindu shrine in North opens for pilgrims
*
Sri Lanka opens consulate in SW China
*
SL to build largest fishery harbour
*
Southern expressway nearing completion
*
500mn worth lands distributed
December
15,
2009 |
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>>
*
General retreats
*
I will never commit treachery against Security
Forces - President
*
Reconciliation a priority of Govt- Kohona;
*
TRO financial Head arrested
*
Emirates to increase flights to Sri Lanka
*
SL Current Account to record a surplus in 32 years -
CB
*
More transhipment business for Colombo Port
*
Credit card interest rates can be reduced - CB
December
14,
2009 |
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>>
*
Govt refutes retired General's statement
*
President orders removal of his posters
*
SL offers permanent secretariat for BIMSTEC
*
Cargo Plane detained in Thailand not headed to Sri
Lanka - Military Spokesperson
*
Former LTTE child soldiers sit O/Ls
*
UN envoy on children and armed conflict commends
local authorities
*
SL to use bio gas
*
Relief loans to resettled people
*
Japan helps to upgrade Jaffna hospital
December
11,
2009 |
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>>
*
India welcomes govt. progress on IDPs
*
End to conflict is opportunity for prosperity –
British HC
*
Use of force justified on humanitarian grounds;
*
Govt assists university entrants of Samurdhi
families
*
Modern tourist hotel to Jaffna
December
10,
2009 |
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>>
*
Killing or capturing bin Laden critical to defeat
al-Qaeda – Gen McChrystal
*
HR Day significant to SL with end to terrorism -
President
*
Cairn begins oil exploration in Mannar
*
US praises resettlement progress
*
President visits Menik Farm
*
Navy celebrated 60th year
*
Kilinochchi Hospital re-opened
December
09,
2009 |
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>>
*
President visits key areas in North
*
Sri Lankan wins World Challenge global competition
*
Probable LTTE links among boat people in Canada
*
LTTE overseas assets will be used for development -
PM
*
Massive tourism development in Kalpitiya
*
Any sacrifice for law abiding society - President
*
LTTE trained Naxalites - Naxal leader
*
Tourist arrivals increases
*
Seylan Bank expands in North
December
08,
2009 |
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>>
*
Govt resettlement programme satisfactory – Robert
Blake; IDPs down to 94,000
*
Govt committed to welfare of armed forces -
President
*
Sri Lanka elected to UN Migrant Workers Committee
*
HR Action Plan to be implemented soon
*
Collective self- reliance essential - President
*
Hotel in Arugambay to promote tourism
*
Milk production reaches highest ever mark
December
07,
2009 |
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>>
*
Less confrontation towards Sri Lanka – US Senate
Committee
*
IDPs exercising freedom of movement - UNHCR
*
Deposit submitted for Presidential election
*
Leaders key initiators of e- gov vision – Secretary
to President
*
Hosting CHOGM 2013 an important milestone – Foreign
Minister
*
Outer Circular Highway construction begins
*
Kankesanthurai harbor to be renovated
December
04,
2009 |
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>>
*
Over 70 percent IDPs have left relief centers
*
CB reiterates accuracy of its GSP+ impact
*
Displaced Jaffna voters can vote in Colombo
*
President pays tribute to disabled servicemen
*
Indian HC dismisses litigation seeking to ban India
from playing SL
*
Govt. to boost food assistance in N & E
*
Govt to boost up North banking system
December
03,
2009 |
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SL to get solar electricity generation system
*
President Rajapaksa - LMD’s Sri Lankan of the Year
*
Govt to freeze LTTE overseas assets
*
SL supports Palestinian people for their inalienable
rights- Kohona at UN
*
Navy rescues Indian fishermen in distress
*
Govt. to renovate 13 airstrips
*
Garments delegation concluded successful tour to UK
*
$ 280,000 investment for leather products
December
02,
2009 |
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*
ICT- only tool breaking all barriers to progress -
President
*
IDP situation, always a humanitarian issue – FM to
BBC
*
Fonseka nomination: South Asian Bonapartism - Hindu
*
Govt allows Freedom of Movement for IDPs
*
Toronto LTTE supporter reveals group's atrocities
*
Germany relaxes advisory on travel to Sri Lanka
*
A seminar for Tamil expatriates
*
60mn investment to manufacture tea
November
30,
2009 |
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*
Sri Lanka to host 2013 Commonwealth Heads of
Government Meeting
*
Decisions taken at forums must be implemented – PM
*
President to present an extended version of Mahinda
Chintana
*
LTTE supporters should be severely punished -
Indian Union Minister
*
Free and fair election assured - Elections
Commissioner
*
LTTE cadres fleeing Sri Lanka via India
*
Realistic changes in emission patterns required -
Foreign Minister
*
Committee for Administration of Justice in North
*
Railway expands service
November
27,
2009 |
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*
External forces can’t change my decisions that
benefit the motherland - President
*
Presidential Election on January 26, 2010
*
Eradication of terrorism not an individual victory
- President
*
Spirit of unity should be shared with all –
President
*
SL’s second International Airport commences
construction
*
Australia welcomes progress on IDPs, considers more
assistance
*
President prohibits alienation or transfer of state
property
*
New International Cricket Stadium in Pallekale
*
Sri Lanka elected to the FAO Council in Italy
*
Pro-LTTE film director arrested in Canada
*
Kuwaiti leadership keen to strengthen relations
with SL
November
26,
2009 |
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*
No more Jaffna IDPs at Vavuniya welfare centers
*
SAARC Ministers praise SL progress in English and
IT
*
Achala Jagoda, new Minister of Tourism
*
CB acquires gold from IMF
*
Developing countries should receive funds on
concessional terms: Foreign Minister
*
Latest Wimax technology in SL
*
IndiGo extends aircraft maintenance contract to SL
November
25,
2009 |
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*
Opportunity for N & E to elect their leader after
three decades - President
*
Growing interest from UK for business in SL –
British High Commission
*
More traces of explosives found on Tamils' ship
*
France praises Govt. decision on IDPs
*
Rural industries to further develop
*
Govt. to upgrade higher educational institutions
November
24,
2009 |
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*
President's proclamation gazetted; Presidential
Election first
*
French court jails LTTE cadres for extortion
*
SL supports Tajikistan for flood relief
*
UN Humanitarian Chief welcomes SL move to empty
welfare centers
*
Rs.200 m to develop Sri Pada
*
Four new diplomats present credentials
November
23,
2009 |
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>>
*
Presidential election first
*
U.S. relaxes Sri Lanka Travel Advisory
*
President declares open Ranajayapura mega housing
scheme
*
Govt. committed to ensure equal education for all -
President
*
UK lauds freedom of movement to IDPs; More support
from UK
*
Service provided by women is immeasurable –
President
*
Free higher education for children of Lankan
refugees: Madras University
November
21,
2009 |
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*
Freedom of Movement for all IDPs from December
November
20,
2009 |
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*
Total number of IDPs; 136, 328
*
SL to start national space capability
*
UN welcomes govt progress on resettlement
*
Phase II of Puttalm Coal Power Project to commence
soon
*
Pakistan sends its largest business delegation to
SL
*
SL- Korea to develop food & agriculture
November
19,
2009 |
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>>
*
Dawn of a new era and work of four years
*
Current visit under more positive circumstances -
John Holmes
*
Security clearances eased-off from North to South
*
Japan relaxes Travel Advice & Warning in North,
East
*
CB reduces rates to support economic activity
*
Foreign media has created a false picture of
welfare villages - Malaysian delegation
*
Schools for equality in education
November
18,
2009 |
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>>
*
Victory was possible due to public support -
President
*
Happy birthday dear President
*
Rajapaksa’s fight against LTTE an important chapter
in any history of counter-terrorism
*
Tourist arrivals increasing
*
Inter-religious leaders hand over report to the
President
*
Rice Bowl area to re-cultivate
*
Industrial Park to be set up in Kadawatha
*
Bhopal-Colombo direct flights soon
*
SAARC Science & Tech Ministers in Colombo
November
17,
2009 |
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>>
*
East has great potential for new investments -
USAID
*
Heroes emerge among those who love the motherland -
President
*
A commemorative note issued to mark peace,
prosperity to SL
*
John Holmes arrives SL today
*
Oman Air commences operations in Sri Lanka
*
‘France gives Rs.1, 600m for hospitals
November
16,
2009 |
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*
‘We will surprise the world with our development’-
President
*
Sri Lanka has an opportunity to shape history –
Pranab Mukherjee
*
Air Chief assigned to perform duties at CDS office
*
LTTE not only armed, trained ULFA too – Former ULFA
leader
*
Oluvil Port ready in one year
*
Tunnel way to East
November
14,
2009 |
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>>
*
You have stepped on soil free of terrorism –
President to Expats
November
13,
2009 |
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>>
*
Figure of IDPs reduced further
*
Entire world appreciates President’s successful
campaign to eradicate terrorism
*
TN assistance to improve facilities at welfare
centers
*
Five Sri Lankan artists honoured at Bunka Awards
November
12,
2009 |
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>>
*
No push factors to leave SL, only pull factors from
Australia - Kohona
*
Senior General Than Shwe in Sri Lanka
*
Conditions of IDP centres are good and impressive -
SA Foreign Minister
*
SL gems captivate the Chinese market
*
Over 17,000 jobs for graduates
*
No support for LTTE proxies in South African soil -
SA Foreign Minister
November
12,
2009 |
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>>
*
More filling stations to North
*
1509 houses for war heroes
November
11,
2009 |
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>>
*
‘We place enormous faith in youth and their
potential’ - President
*
SL shines at World Tourism Award honorees 2009
*
IOM steps up assistance for resettlement of IDPs
*
Loan scheme for Northern entrepreneurs
*
US support to revitalize dairy industry in East
November
10,
2009 |
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>>
*
Nation-building is everyone's duty - President
*
Any attempt for anarchy will be firmly dealt with -
President
*
"Alex" discovered to be a Toronto gang member
*
SL's economic developments stronger than expected
-IMF
*
SL - Cuba celebrate 50th Anniversary of the
establishment of Diplomatic Relations
*
Hong Kong to produce quarry material in SL
*
Japan provides Rs.3bn to Jaffna hospital
November
09,
2009 |
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*
SL will help bring to justice the masterminds
involved in migrant smuggling – President
*
Inability to comprehend SL situation causes
misunderstandings - French HR Ambassador
*
Civilian movements from welfare centres will
increase by January end – Prof. Wijesinha
*
Australian Foreign Minister in Sri Lanka
*
Sri Lanka’s stamp for man’s best friend
*
SL’s Gross Official Reserves exceed US dollars 4.8
billion
*
Norway to cultivate & process fruits in SL
*
New ITZs in Kilinochchi and Trinco
*
BOI grants approval to manufacture apparels
*
Mullaitivu schools re-open
November
06,
2009 |
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*
SL observations on EC GSP + report handed over
*
President appoints committee to examine US report
*
91999 resettled up to date – Minister Samarasighe
*
Sri Lanka becomes a member of UN REDD
*
The humane stamp on rabies eradication
*
2 migrants confirmed to be LTTE - CBC
*
IDP figure continue to reduce
*
Messages on Humane Stamp issue
*
Sri Lanka, Kuwait sign Investment Promotion &
Protection Agreement
*
CB expects further reduction in lending rates by
Finance, Leasing Companies
*
SL donates corneas to South Africa
*
India provides further relief for IDPs
*
Air Force museum opens for public
November
05,
2009 |
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*
Exec. Presidency must remain – Choksy
*
President to be honored by Peoples Friendship
University of Russia
*
120,000 IDPs resettled - Foreign Minister
*
General Fonseka was not subjected to any questioning
in U.S.
November
04,
2009 |
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*
President meets security forces and resettled IDPs
in the North; Announces pay rise to security forces
*
LTTE will look to regroup in Canada: expert
*
Await pay hike in January - President
*
Raj Rajaratnam to keep personal investments in SL
*
Inflation continues to decelerate
*
Sri Lanka’s e-society programme gets pride of place
*
Sri Lanka, Pakistan lucrative investment
destinations for exporters - KCCI
*
Sri Lanka an ideal destination for tourists -
Iranian MP
November
03,
2009 |
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*
Independence of judiciary essential for nation
building - President
*
LTTE's impact on Canada could be 'devastation'- RCMP
Commissioner
*
Fiji's Australian envoy ordered to leave over SL
judges' visa issue
*
Alleged Singaporean LTTE arms supplier to be
extradited to US
*
New IGP appointed
November
02,
2009 |
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*
Govt. firmly behind CDS – Foreign Minister
*
Strong EU – Sri Lanka relations help country’s
progress: Presidents of Bulgaria & Sri Lanka
*
Firm response to unwarranted statements from OHCHR –
Human Rights Minister
October
30,
2009 |
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>>
*
Sri Lanka, an example to the world – Former Nepal PM
*
Failure to maintain integrity of GSP + impacts not
only SL - Michael Foster
*
President dedicates 'Sri Lanka Maha Viharaya' in
Nepal to Maha Sanga
*
'Time has come for Sri Lankan expatriates to rebuild
nation' - President
*
SL, Pakistan target $1bn trade
*
Kumpuruppidi to be a top tourist resort
*
SL not consulted on asylum seekers' fate
October
29,
2009 |
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>>
*
Robust peacekeeping should not be taken for peace
enforcement - Kohona
*
President on official visit to Nepal
*
US welcomes IDP resettlement
*
Death threats to Sunday Leader Editor-in-Chief:
President orders full investigation
*
Shan Wijayalal, Southern Province Chief Minister
*
UNHCR reiterates commitment to work closely with
Govt.
*
SL 16th in Gender Gap Index
October
28,
2009 |
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*
US should support SL, not interfere – WT
*
State banks loan interest rates down
*
End to war is not a reason to relax - President
*
Customs to implement AW system
*
UK to develop SL's Agri-Forestry
October
27,
2009 |
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*
SL business delegation visits Jeddah
*
Conquer the world without giving into wealth and
power – President
*
Vavuniya IDP figure below 200,000 for the first time
*
Russian FM assures continued support to SL
*
CIC & USAID to increase diary product
October
26,
2009 |
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>>
*
President to appoint committee to examine US report
*
Minister Samarasinghe condemns comments of UN HR
spokesman
*
Dangerous alliance found between Maoists and LTTE:
Indian CIA
*
Sri Lanka - Vietnam for mutual cooperation
*
Migrant smuggling ship revealed to be LTTE’s
*
Russian FM in Sri Lanka
*
Aircrafts to be manufactured in SL
*
SLIM takes marketing education to North
*
Eastern & North Central Roads to be developed
October
23,
2009 |
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*
SL's bravery and bold steps taken to defeat
terrorism is appreciated - Vietnamese President
*
Resettlement deep in tiger terrain too
*
Assam militants pay LTTE for arms
*
'Friends of Sri Lanka' support SL trade with Europe
*
Assistance from Vietnam for de-mining
*
President pays tribute to late Vietnamese leader Ho
Chi Minh
*
Vietnam- Sri Lanka trade to reach US$100mn by 2012
*
Sri Lanka - Vietnam sign 5 agreements
*
Thailand considering adopting tactics of SL
October
22,
2009 |
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*
You are on the threshold of a new beginning in life
- President tells IDP families
*
State Dept allegations unsubstantiated with no
corroboration - Ministry Foreign Affairs
*
President leaves for Vietnam
*
Over 40,000 IDPs being resettled in 4 Northern
Districts
*
SLT provides mobile directory information
*
Rs.182 mn from UK to assist IDPs resettlement
*
BOI signs Rs.4bn investment agreement with Unilever
*
Jaffna hospital to be further developed
October
21,
2009 |
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>>
*
Prof. GL urges EU not to use GSP+ as weapon against
SL sovereignty
*
President opens Dehiwala flyover
*
SL exports in apparel sector increasing: CB
*
SL - Myanmar trade & investment to increase
*
Japan funds to uplift Dambana Hospital
*
SL, a source to assist developing countries - UNIDO
*
EU using trade deals to achieve non-trade ends - FT
October
20,
2009 |
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*
Sri Lanka will continue engagement with EU in spirit
of mutual respect
*
BBC wrong on RR nationality
*
Eastern province experiencing massive development -
President
*
President opens Kinniya bridge
*
ADB to help reconstruction in North
*
High powered team to develop Jaffna
*
President inaugurates work on first Adhisthana
cetiya
*
Singapore urges investors to look at SL
October
19,
2009 |
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>>
*
Rajaratnam still under investigation - CB
*
We are always committed to defend our war heroes
with dedication - President
*
India offers $100 mn to help IDPs
*
Etihad to resume flights to Sri Lanka
*
Singapore, Sri Lanka discuss possible bilateral Free
Trade Agreement
*
New York billionaire accused of funding LTTE
*
China to set up a tractor manufacturing plant in Sri
Lanka
*
Sri Lanka to open consulate in Sichuan Province,
China
*
Ex Child soldiers opt for higher education
October
16,
2009 |
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>>
*
US - SL trade to increase
*
India reiterates support to Sri Lanka
*
BOI best in South Asia - World Bank/IFC
*
ACD pledges cooperation in trade, tourism &
transportation
October
15,
2009 |
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>>
*
Reliance on own people and capabilities: The path
ahead for Asia - President tells ACD
*
Tamils' welfare looked after by SL - Karunanidhi
*
Beware of gold sale scams – CB
*
Malaysian investor signs agreement with BOI
*
Postal services on land to North
*
4 bridges to boost economic activities in East
October
14,
2009 |
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>>
*
Govt not changing ethnic ratio in Vanni – Governor
Northern Province
*
Sri Lanka hosts Asia Cooperation Dialogue
*
LTTE meeting in Oslo: Lanka expresses deep concern
to Norway
*
'We give highest priority to female migrant workers'
safety': HR Minister
*
No change in interest rates - CB
*
Lanka a focal point in Asia for Japan
*
US-SL to expand public-private partnership
*
President directs to open Renal Care Hospital
October
13,
2009 |
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>>
*
President meets Tamil Nadu MPs
*
President to meet expats for development
*
22 LTTE suspects on trial in Paris
*
Rs.400mn Malwatu Oya bridge expedited
*
Lanka can now detect melamine
*
'President Rajapaksa gave freedom to North' - Jaffna
Mayor
*
ICTA to develop dairy industry
October
12,
2009 |
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>>
*
UPFA Grand Slam in provincial polls
*
Overwhelming victory of the people – President
*
Western countries demand terrorists set free
*
Sri Lanka’s sovereign rating stable
*
President to open Kinniya bridge
*
Sri Lanka attracting Fortune No. 1 Company
October
09,
2009 |
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*
Govt. takes all measures to safeguard IDP rights &
security - PM
*
Pro-LTTE hunger striker tucks into Big Macs
*
BOI promotes another Chinese - SL venture
*
IMF – Stand-by Arrangement: September targets
achieved - CB
*
SPC polls tomorrow
*
Sri Lanka to open first Korean language school
*
Rs. 85 m vocational training centre to Kilinochchi
*
Govt. receives humanitarian assistance from Russia
October
08,
2009 |
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*
Aim of govt is total eradication of LTTE – Secretary
Defence
*
Intelligence agencies in hunt for key LTTE cadres
*
India refuses pro-LTTE Lankans to stay in TN
*
IDP resettlement our priority - FM
*
UK tourist arrivals up with 16.9%
*
Rs. 4.7 bn for A-26 Road renovation
October
07,
2009 |
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>>
*
No more days for rural children to learn under many
difficulties - President
*
Govt.’s priority - safety and convenience of IDPs -
DHC Chennai
*
India to provide free artificial limbs in Jaffna
*
Sri Lanka to test tsunami warning system
*
New investment promotions to Qatar & Egypt
*
Tank Farm Project begins at Hambantota Port
October
06,
2009 |
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>>
*
President appreciates US clarification
*
IDPs registration in Vavuniya successfully completed
*
SL ranks high in human development
*
SL draws American big business
*
Sri Lanka shares at record high
*
Welfare centres braced for monsoon
*
Textile trainings to IDPs
October
05,
2009 |
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*
'US clarification is welcome' – Minister Mahinda
Samarasinghe
*
No recent evidence of rape used as a weapon of war
in SL - State Department
*
Moratuwa university the world’s best
*
A conference and an exhibition in Jaffna after 30
years
*
Mahatma Gandhi schols for SL students
*
India to consider citizenship to SL Tamil refugees -
Home Minister
*
Rs.900 mn to develop Mankulam
*
Investment from France to cultivate medicinal plants
October
03,
2009 |
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*
EU for greater assistance to Sri Lanka -
Ferrero-Waldner
October
02,
2009 |
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>>
*
Sri Lanka refutes Clinton's baseless allegation
*
Don’t use IDPs as political tool – Sri Lanka to Euro
MPs
*
SL port in talks on new services
*
Professionals' participation, key to rebuild Nation
- President
*
EU provides school building to Ampara
*
Samurdhi Authority develops villages
*
Inflation down to 0.7 per cent in September
October
01,
2009 |
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>>
*
Alleged LTTE dealer arrested in Singapore
*
Obama administration against providing support to
LTTE
*
Malaysian VoA to Lankan expats
*
More facilities needed for elders - President
September
30,
2009 |
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*
Over 6,000 Tamil youth seek to join police
*
SBS breached broadcasting rules over two episodes on
LTTE - ACMA
*
NCPA to launch CRC in braille
*
Another 15 production villages to be established
*
SPC polls: Postal voting end today
**
Investment from Czech Republic to set up BPO
September
29,
2009 |
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*
Hidden LTTE cadres threaten IDPs and all of Sri
Lanka - Minister to UNCHR
*
Army to celebrate Diamond Jubilee
*
SL obtains US$5 million for de-mining
*
New BOI ventures to offshore software development
*
P.B. Jayasundera, Sec. to the Treasury
September
28,
2009 |
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>>
*
Cairn seeks offshore rig for drilling in Sri Lanka
*
Incentives to best exporters in private sector
*
Govt. to construct more hydropower plants
*
Jaffna and Vavuniya Universities will be upgraded
*
Over 100 heavy vehicles join Northern development
drive
*
8th ACD Ministerial Meeting in Colombo
*
UN should not interfere in the internal affairs of
States
*
Habitat Week to commence today
September
25,
2009 |
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>>
*
SL concerned over changing EU expectations for GSP+
*
'Resurgence of LTTE must be prevented'- PM to Asia
Society
**
Country on the road to development - President
*
Interest rates in Treasury Bill market declines to a
single digit - CB
*
Thermal power project in final stage
September
24,
2009 |
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>>
*
Freedom of expression should not lead to hatred and
enmity - Govt.
*
Sri Lanka - Russia negotiated a Mutual Legal
Assistant Treaty
*
Australia welcomes SL's cooperation against people
smuggling and trafficking
*
LTTE were set to get new aircraft
September
23,
2009 |
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>>
*
'Never forget this is your motherland' - President
to children
*
U.S. stadiums, hotels on alert amid terror probe
*
SL's economic developments stronger than expected -
IMF
*
Japan helps welfare centres
September
22,
2009 |
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>>
*
Archbishop Malcolm Ranjith calls on EU to continue
with GSP+
*
Non-traditional fishery projects to North
*
Reintegration of ex-combatants before month’s end
*
German / Hong Kong apparel manufacturer invests in
SL
*
Indian companies eyeing Sri Lanka for projects
*
PM to meet UN Chief in New York
September
21,
2009 |
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>>
*
President's Id - Ul - Fitr Message
September
18,
2009 |
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>>
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You have better story than is getting out today –
Pascoe to President
*
Sri Lanka targeted for defeating LTTE terror –
Defence Sec
**
Govt. Welcomes Alston’s doubts on Channel 4 video
*
India committed to welfare of SL's displaced Tamils
- Indian PM
*
UNDP gives identification documents to IDPs
*
CSE records highest ever market capitalization
*
SL expects $ 100-mn FDI from India
*
SL shipyard wins repair orders
September
17,
2009 |
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>>
*
Seven diplomats present credentials
*
Only country with school exams for IDP kids
*
ADB $70 mn for roads in North & East
*
IMF second installment this month
**
FM tells Honorary Consuls to promote SL
September
16,
2009 |
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>>
*
IDPs not held under conditions of internment - AG to
HRC
*
UK retailers urge EU caution over Sri Lanka
*
UN Under-Secretary General visits SL
*
FM requests India for the early release of Sri
Lankan fishermen
*
SL's foreign reserves exceeds to highest
*
Keep watch for LTTE funding lines - Indian Security
Advisor
September
15,
2009 |
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>>
*
Sri Lanka expands outreach campaign with SL
communities in US
*
Govt's responsibility: Security of all Sri Lankans
*
New Secretary to Media Ministry
*
Kohona presents credentials to UN SG
**
New Indian - SL Trade deal in 2010
*
Ambani Group to explore oil in SL
*
Australia increases funds for IDPs
September
14,
2009 |
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>>
*
Sri Lanka poised for greater economic growth - World
Bank : 'Gemi Diriya' achieving goals
*
SL to present RRR plans to HRC
*
State Literary Festival - 2009
*
India denies visa for US critic of lanka
*
India remains on alert for LTTE
**
Pakistan team to visit Colombo to probe Lahore
attack
*
Flow of foreign investment
*
More machines to speed up de-mining
September
11,
2009 |
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>>
*
Govt. to resettle more IDPs today
*
New BOI venture to manufacture fiberglass products
**
Indian agricultural team to visit Sri Lanka next
week
*
Tourist arrivals up in August
September
10,
2009 |
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>>
*
“The West has to help Sri Lanka instead of being
critical” - President to Le Figaro
*
US Pacific Command boosts de-mining in SL
*
Court refuses to restrain Indian cricket team
touring SL
*
'India fully aware of actual ground situation in SL'
- Health Minister
*
Japan gives Rs.36 mn for Battti livelihood support
September
09,
2009 |
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>>
*
Govt to release IDPs to relatives
*
"Uthuru Wasanthaya" develops 35 villages in Vavuniya
*
Road Development in Uva and East
*
IMF team in SL for progress review
*
Pro-LTTE law students arrested in India
**
Compensation for families of deceased ME employees
September
08,
2009 |
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>>
*
Refute or regret – Minister tells Channel 4
*
Ready to work together for peace and prosperity –
TNA tells President
*
CB to protect customers’ unclaimed assets in banks
*
Chinese to boost SL women’s training
*
Wind power to illuminate Colombo
*
Gratis visas for 100 Umrah pilgrims
*
BOI expands apparel production
September
07,
2009 |
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>>
*
Asia’s main Shippers Council shifts to Colombo
*
President and Defence Secretary conferred with
doctorates by Colombo University
*
CBSL to issue International Sovereign Bond of US$
500 mn
*
27 political leaders got money from LTTE - Swamy
**
Govt. committed to re-settle IDPs in shortest time
Sri Lankan assures to UN
*
UK supports rehab & reintegration of ex-combatants
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