Joint opposition decides to boycott SLFP anniversary

Manusha resigns and extends support to Ranil

United People’s Freedom Alliance (UPFA) Parliamentarian Manusha Nanayakkara resigned from his Deputy Minister post in the Government today. He said that he resigned as he could not agree with the decision taken by President Maithripala Sirisena to prorogue Parliament and appoint a new Government. Nanayakkara, who met United National Party (UNP) leader Ranil Wickremesinghe today, noted that the international community and Speaker Karu Jayasuriya have not supported the political moves of the Pre

06 Nov, 2018

Mahinda appeals to Tamils and Muslims to support him

Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa today appealed to Tamils and Muslims in the country to support him. Speaking at a United People’s Freedom Alliance (UPFA) rally in Battaramulla today,?Rajapaksa assured that he will work towards addressing the issues of the Tamils and Muslims. He also stressed that his relationship with President Maithripala Sirisena cannot be broken no matter what is said. Speaking here,?President Maithripala Sirisena also assured that he will resolve the issues faced by Tami

05 Nov, 2018

President under fire over “butterfly” comments

President Maithripala Sirisena has come under fire over his “butterfly” comments made at the United People’s Freedom Alliance (UPFA) rally in Battaramulla last evening. The President had accused former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe of going behind butterflies, which was seen as a?homophobic comment. “Disgraceful and homophobic utterances by @MaithripalaS only showing us what a weak and pathetic leader he is. All citizens should be treated equally Mr. President,”?Equal Grounds Sri Lanka t

06 Nov, 2018