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Sri Lanka Insurance launches ‘SLIC Jeewana Shakthi’ for the Tea plantation sector

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(L-R) Hon. M. Rameshwaran MP, Hon. Ramesh Pathirana - Minister of Plantation Industries, Mr. Chandana L. Aluthgama, Chief Executive Officer – Sri Lanka Insurance, Mr. Ronald C. Perera, P.C., Chairman - Sri Lanka Insurance, Mr. Barath Arullsamy, Chairman - Plantation Human Development Trust, Hon. Jeevan Thondaman - Minister of Water Supply and Estate Infrastructure Development and His Excellency Senthil Thondaman - Governor of Eastern Province

Sri Lanka Insurance, the largest and strongest insurer in the country introduces ‘SLIC Jeewana Shakthi’, a special Life and Health Insurance cover for the Estate and Plantation workers of Sri Lanka. This special cover was developed in collaboration with the Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT) and the Ministry of Water Supply and Estate Infrastructure Development.

Sri Lanka Insurance, as a responsible insurance solutions provider taps in to new markets with new products to uplift the lifestyles of the people of the country. This stems down from their mandate of providing ‘insurance for all’ Sri Lankans. Understanding the importance of this community and their unique needs SLIC came forward to provide a suitable insurance solution for their well-being. As a result, the state owned insurer introduced ‘Sri Lanka Insurance Jeewana Shakthi’, a special life and health cover for this unique segment of customers.

‘SLIC Jeewana Shakthi’ is a life cover offered exclusively to the Estate employees and Plantation workers of the tea industry as a special insurance solution. It is offered as a family cover and it open for the employees between 18- 70 years of age and it includes critical illness benefits, hospital cash benefits, Life covers etc. The policy covers the policy holders spouse and children as well.

Commenting on introducing the ‘Sri Lanka Insurance Jeewana Shakthi’ insurance cover, Chandana L Aluthgama, Chief Executive Officer of Sri Lanka Insurance stated, SLIC continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing innovative and tailor made insurance solutions that cater to the evolving needs of the people of Sri Lanka by offering unparalleled value and comprehensive protection to its valued customers at an affordable price.

President Counsel Ronald C. Perera, Chairman of Sri Lanka Insurance said, Sri Lanka Insurance as the pioneer insurance provider of the country has always been in the forefront in understanding the pulse of the people and support them in improving their quality of life. The tea industry plays a pivotal role in the country’s economy and as responsible corporate citizens it is every organisation’s responsibility to facilitate such requirements to strengthen the economy of the country.

Barath Arullsamy Chairman of Plantation Human Development Trust said: “We stand on the threshold of a transformative moment with the introduction of ‘SLIC Jeevana Shakthi,’ a ground-breaking insurance scheme born from the collaboration between the Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT), the Ministry of Water Supply and Estate Infrastructure Development, and Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation.

Jeevan Thondaman Minister of Water Supply and Estate Infrastructure Development of Sri Lanka commented, “Today marks a profound step forward as we unveil ‘SLIC Jeewana Shakthi’ – an exceptional insurance scheme co-crafted by the Ministry of Water Supply and Estate Infrastructure Development, the Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT), and Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation. This initiative stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to the welfare of tea estate workers, underpinned by the distinctiveness of this scheme.”



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SME representatives accuse presidential aide of instigating protest against Central Bank

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Susantha Liyanaarachchi

A presidential advisor, identified as D. Gamage, had asked a delegation representing the SME sector to “surround the Central Bank” instead of troubling officers at the Presidential Secretariat, Susantha Liyanaarachchi, Chairman of the National Construction Association of Sri Lanka (NCASL) told the media yesterday near the Presidential Secretariat.

Liyanaarachchi said so following a meeting with Gamage, on Friday, during a protest staged by a group of small- and medium-scale entrepreneurs, affiliated with the MSME Joint Alliance, outside the Presidential Secretariat against parate executions.

Five representatives were permitted to enter the Secretariat, where they also submitted a 17-point proposal aimed at reviving the domestic coconut oil industry.

“Gamage said there was no point in coming to the Presidential Secretariat. He asked us to surround the Central Bank. What an awful officer. We came here to settle our issues amicably, and Gamage told us to surround the Central Bank,” Liyanaarachchi said.

Liyanaarachchi also stated that the Central Bank did not adhere to instructions given by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, exacerbating the concerns voiced by the MSME entrepreneurs.

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Govt. to seek new indictments in Lasantha murder case

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By Saman Indrajith

The government would try to initiate fresh indictments in the Lasantha Wickrematunga murder case, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya said on Friday, pledging that those responsible for the murder of journalist Wickrematunga would be held accountable. She also stated that she intended to respond personally to a letter from Wickrematunga’s daughter, Ahimsa, who has called on Parliament to impeach Attorney General Parinda Ransinghe (Jr.) over the recent release of three suspects.

Ahimsa Wickrematunga’s request for impeachment followed the release of several individuals—among them a police officer—who had been arrested on accusations of destroying evidence, including a notebook belonging to her father and key police records. Speaking in Parliament, Prime Minister Amarasuriya said, “I plan to respond directly to Ms Wickrematunga, as I fully understand her concerns and the distress she must be experiencing. We are doing our utmost to observe due process and uphold the independence of the Attorney General’s office, but justice must prevail.”

She went on to say, “We intend to seek justice for Lasantha Wickrematunga’s murder. President [Dissanayake] has met with those involved to determine the best course of action. We are examining the possibility of refiling or initiating new inquiries if necessary, as there is plenty of evidence.”

Opposition legislator Rauff Hakeem noted that the suspects were released on a technicality related to an identification parade, and expressed concern that the Attorney General was selectively releasing certain suspects, despite there being many dedicated officers within the Department. He added, “Ultimately, the purpose of all our judicial institutions is to deliver justice. If procedures obstruct that aim, we must re-examine them.”

Prime Minister Amarasuriya reiterated that the Government is open to debating the matter in Parliament, saying, “We will look at refiling charges or bringing new indictments where appropriate. We fully appreciate the gravity of this situation and the need for transparency, and we will do everything in our power to ensure justice is served.”

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Govt.’s planned buffer stock of rice a pipedream, say millers

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The private sector is purchasing paddy at prices higher than the government’s guaranteed rates, meaning the government will be unable to secure the planned buffer stock, according to the President of the All Ceylon Small and Medium Scale Mill Owners’ Association, U. K. Semasinghe. He made these remarks on Thursday during a talk show hosted by Hiru TV.

Semasinghe noted that although the government’s guaranteed price for Nadu was Rs 120 per kilo, the private sector paid Rs. 125. During the programme, the Hiru TV presenter mentioned that Dudley Sirisena, who owns Araliya Mills, had stated that if he purchased a kilogramme of paddy at Rs 120 rupees, he would have to sell a kilo of rice at Rs. 242.

However, Semasinghe explained that if small millers bought paddy at Rs 125 per kilogramme, they could sell a kilo of rice at Rs 225. He added: “In the coming two or three weeks, you will see rice produced by small and medium-scale millers available in the market at prices ranging from Rs 200 to Rs 205 per kilo.”

Meanwhile, former Director of Agriculture K.B. Gunaratne, who also participated in the show, commented that the NPP government lacked the experience, and therefore had failed to formulate an effective strategy to address the issue.

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