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High Opposition participation at Independence Day celebrations

Srilanka, Feb. 4 -- A large number of Opposition MPs participated in the Independence Day celebrations held at Independence Square today. Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, Chief Opposition Whip Ga... Read More


UNP, SJB to contest Local Government polls together?

Srilanka, Feb. 3 -- The United National Party (UNP) and the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) are aiming to form an alliance to contest the Local Government elections, MP Gayantha Karunathilleka indicated ... Read More


Sri Lankan corporate leader Deshamanya Ken Balendra passes away

Srilanka, Feb. 3 -- Sri Lankan corporate leader and executive Deshamanya Kandiah ("Ken") Balendra passed away at the age of 85 today, his family confirmed. Born in 1940, Balendra held numerous influe... Read More


Political leaders should not suppress people: Cardinal Malclom Ranjith

Srilanka, Feb. 1 -- Politicians should not suppress people through rigid rules and regulations but should take care of the people with tenderness, Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malclom Ranjith said t... Read More


UNP SJB talks, initial discussions successful but still a long way to go

Srilanka, Feb. 1 -- Initial discussions between the United National Party (UNP) and Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) which is aimed at a political alliance is positive but there is a long way to go, Gener... Read More


Former MPs to support Opposition for more representation in Parliamentary Committees

Srilanka, Jan. 31 -- Former Members of Parliament from the parties not represented in Parliament are to back the Opposition parties in Parliament to get more slots in various committees in the House, ... Read More