Despite concerns Ravi says economy is on track

Army extends General Amnesty for AWOL soldiers

The?Army today announced an extension of the General Amnesty for soldiers?Absent Without Official Leave (AWOL). Army Headquarters said that the amnesty which ends tomorrow has been extended to November 22, 2017. A total of 8034 Officers and Other Rankers of the Army who are Absent Without Official Leave have so far reported back to their respective Regimental Headquarters to receive their legal discharge under the ongoing General Amnesty period which began on 23 October 2017. The General Amne

14 Nov, 2017

Sri Lankans not affected by earthquake in Iran, Iraq

Sri Lankans have not been affected by the deadly earthquake in Iran and Iraq, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. According to the Foreign Ministry, the Sri Lanka Missions in Tehran and Baghdad have confirmed that no Sri Lankans are reported as affected by the earthquake in Iran-Iraq. “The Missions remain alert and in contact with local authorities,” the Foreign Ministry said. (Colombo Gazette)

14 Nov, 2017

EU to help reduce poverty in Uva and Central Provinces

The?European Union launched?one of the largest programmes of development support in the country. The European Union will contribute?Rs. 5.4 billion in to reduce poverty in the provinces by improving the income of poor people living in rural areas and helping to ensure that they have enough food to eat, even in times of hardship. Speaking at the launch alongside the?Governors, Chief Ministers and Chief Secretaries of Uva and Central Provinces, Tung-Lai Margue, the Ambassador of the Delegation of

14 Nov, 2017