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Government
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Reconstructing The Notion Of Innovation: Towards Indigenous Technological Development
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The President talks smilingly about the politics of clay figures and cobra walking sticks.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasizes that political groups operating without a clear vision and a formal organizational structure, with restless minds, create anarchy within society. In contrast, he points out that formal political campaigns
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Billions in Export Earnings at Risk, Hundreds of Thousands of Jobs in Danger! Could New Anti-Terrorism Bill Cost Sri Lanka Its GSP+ Concession? Apparel Industry Raises Concerns!
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‘What kind of thinking is this?’ President questions pin-sticking protests
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Presidential Secretariat to address environmental concerns in Gampaha following Cardinal-led meeting
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Vasu Urges Substantial Public Relief in Budget 2027, Warns of Rising Discontent
Former Minister Vasudeva Nanayakkara has called on the Government to deliver significant financial relief to the public in the 2027 Budget, cautioning that ignoring the economic hardships of ordinary people could deepen public dissatisfaction and inv
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Retired Supreme Court Judge V. K. Malalgoda appointed new Chairman of Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission
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The Presidential Pardon In Sri Lanka: Institutional Value & Organisational Failure
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PAFFREL questions new bills in letter to President
The People's Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL) has urged the Government to ensure that national security measures do not undermine fundamental human rights, raising concerns over two proposed laws intended to replace the Prevention of Terr
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NDC highlights state-private sector cooperation in countering cyber threats
A strategic dialogue on safeguarding national security in the digital age was held at the National Defence College (NDC) in Colombo, as part of its 'Diners' Club' event. Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), the Deputy Minister of Defence attended
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Labour reforms aim to strengthen workers’ rights, says Deputy Minister
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Key economic reform bills stuck at understaffed Legal Draftsmen’s dept.
Many draft laws, including the new State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) Act, have got stuck at the Legal Draftsman's Department, casting doubt on the government's plan to pass the SOE legislation by the end of the year, according to Labour Minister and Depu
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President chairs review on 2027 tourism budget proposals and key sector projects
President chairs review on 2027 tourism budget proposals and key sector projects
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Plans to introduce a house arrest law - Statement from the Minister of Justice
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Amendments and Mechanisms for Overseas Voting
Another round of discussions regarding legislative amendments to enable overseas Sri Lankans to vote in elections was held yesterday. The meeting was held between officials of the Election Commission and the committee appointed to look into and make recommendations on voting for overseas Sri Lankans. Commissioner General of Elections Rasika Peiris stated that voter registration for expatriates was discussed at length. He added that a framework is scheduled to be drawn up starting next year in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He further noted that deliberations are ongoing to determine the voting mechanism-whether through advance voting, postal voting, or another suitable method which will be formally proposed and finalized in due course.
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Chief Prelates did not request the release of Gnanasara Thera, Cabinet spokesperson clarifies
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New anti-terrorism law to target organised crime, not ordinary citizens, Minister assures
The proposed legislation to protect the State from terrorism is primarily aimed at safeguarding the country against terrorism and combating organised crime, Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated. Minister Jayatissa made these remar
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This week’s Cabinet decisions
A number of decisions have been taken at the Cabinet meeting held yesterday (Oct.26). The decisions taken by the Cabinet of Ministers are as follows :
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Sri Lanka Steps Up Financial Crime Prevention Efforts as International Assessment Begins
Sri Lanka Steps Up Financial Crime Prevention Efforts as International Assessment Begins
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