Soldier killed, 9 others injured in Mankulam accident

Mahinda hints he may contest for Prime Minister at next election

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has hinted at the possibility at contesting for the post of Prime Minister at the next General election. Asked by Japan Times about his future plans, Rajapaksa pointed out that now he is barred from seeking a third term as president, but, flashing his signature smile, did not rule out running for prime minister. ?Politicians never retire,? he says. Speaking about the war, Rajapaksa said that in his view, LTTE?leader Vellupillai Prabhakaran misjudged the situa

18 Jun, 2016

French man to go on trial for abusing boys including Sri Lankans

A French man is to go on trial in France for abusing young boys, including boys in Sri Lanka. Thierry D, aged 53 has been accused of sexually abusing 66 young boys in Egypt, Tunisia and Sri Lanka. The French media reported that the trial will commence on Monday. The French man had made contact with the boys through the internet?and abused the boys after visiting the countries?claiming?he was doing humanitarian work. (Colombo Gazette)

18 Jun, 2016

Jayalalithaa demands immediate release of Indian fishermen in Lankan custody

Taking up the latest detention of three Tamil Nadu fishermen by the Sri Lankan navy, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa today appealed to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take steps to secure the release of all 24 fishermen and 93 boats under?Sri?Lankan custody at the earliest, the Press Trust of India reported. She also requested the Prime Minister to evolve a “permanent” and “pragmatic” solution” to end their woes. Three fishermen in their mechanised fishing boat from Pudukottai

17 Jun, 2016