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GL calls on all Lankans to have united stand on UNHRC resolutions against SL

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5 years ago

2021/04/2

All Sri Lankans should have a united stand on the UNHRC resolutions against Sri Lanka, Minister of Education Prof. G. L. Peiris said on Thursday night addressing an event for SLPP lawyers at Battaramulla.

“This is important if we want to protect the war heroes, independence and sovereignty of Sri Lanka,” he said.

Minister Peiris said that within 12 hours of passing the resolution, UNHRC had called in applications for 12 vacancies as regards a mechanism to investigate Sri Lanka.

“USD 12.8 million has been allocated for this. Moreover, the sources of information in its previous reports will not be divulged for 20 years. How can we answer them? On the other hand, wife of Anton Balasingham is still in England. She is living safe and sound there. There is a conspiracy against Sri Lanka. We must stand together.”

Prof. Peiris said that even the SJB MP Harsha de Silva had asked the UN to furnish us with the evidence it had. This is a commendable move, the Minister said.

“As lawyers you have a big role to play. You Can play a big role in improving the legal system,” Minister Peiris said.

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Indian Air Force Chief pays homage to the sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy

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14 mins ago

2026/05/22

Thilina Walpola

Chief of the Air Staff of the Indian Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh visiting the Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy on Wednesday (20)

The Chief of the Air Staff of the Indian Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, accompanied by his spouse, visited the Sri Dalada Maligawa on Wednesday (20) to pay homage.

The Indian Air Force Chief and his delegation were warmly received upon their arrival at the temple premises by the Diyawadana Nilame Pradeep Nilanga Dela.

A notable feature of the visit was Air Chief Marshal Singh’s adherence to his cultural heritage; honouring his Sikh identity, the Air Chief Marshal was attired in traditional Sikh clothing during his visit to the sacred temple.

Text and Pic By S.K. Samaranayake

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Police recruitment application deadline extended

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14 mins ago

2026/05/22

Thilina Walpola

Police yesterday announced that the closing date for applications to recruit Apprentice Police Constables, Women Police Constables, and Police Constable Drivers has been extended until June 1, 2026.

Recruitment is being conducted in line with Government Gazette Notification No. 2482 dated March 27, 2026, with applications accepted exclusively through the online system.

The initial deadline was May 8, 2026, but according to Gazette Notification No. 2489 dated May 15, 2026, the closing date has now been extended.

Applicants facing difficulties in submitting online applications have been advised to contact the Police Apprentice Recruitment Division for assistance via the telephone numbers 071-8591925, 011-2505202, or 011-2552953.

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Lanka expresses concern over treatment of Global Sumud Flotilla detainees

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14 mins ago

2026/05/22

Thilina Walpola

The Sri Lankan Government yesterday expressed deep concern over footage posted by Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir allegedly depicting the dehumanising treatment of detainees linked to the Global Sumud Flotilla.

Issuing a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism said Sri Lanka was engaging with the Israeli Foreign Ministry through diplomatic channels to secure immediate consular access to the affected Sri Lankan national.

The Ministry said discussions were also underway to obtain assurances regarding the individual’s safety, wellbeing and dignity, while facilitating her swift and safe return to Sri Lanka.

The statement further emphasised that the Government remains fully committed to safeguarding the welfare and protection of Sri Lankan citizens overseas.