A few showers may occur in Uva province and in Batticaloa, Ampara, Matale, Nuwara-Eliya and Hambantota districts.
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H.E. Jacqueline Mukangira, High Commissioner of the Republic of Rwanda to Sri Lanka based in New Delhi, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Prime Minister’s Office on February 3. The meeting served as an opportunity to reinforce diplomatic ties between Rwanda and Sri Lanka, with discussions focusing on key areas of bilateral cooperation and mutual interests.
This year, we commemorate a special Independence Day. Rather than merely reflecting on our past, this year we celebrate Independence Day looking forward to the future. Today, we celebrate Independence Day, at a juncture when people from the northern, southern, eastern, and central regions of our country collectively dream of a future defined by a prosperous Sri Lankan State, a modern Sri Lankan nation.
Independence is not just about sovereignty; it is about dignity, justice, and the right to a life free from oppression. Today, as we reflect on our journey, we recognize that true freedom comes from an inclusive and equitable society where every community; regardless of ethnicity, religion, caste, gender or class has an equal stake in shaping this nation and feels valued and respected.
Let Us Unite for National Revival
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The initial step in the digitalisation of government services, ‘GovPay’, will be officially launched under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Disanayake on February 7th, 2025.
The UAE has expressed its interest in investing in ports and aviation in the country, says UAE Ambassador to Sri Lanka Mr Khalid Al Ameri.
The Minister of Energy, Eng. Kumara Jayakody, has appointed Dr. Thushara Ratnayake as the new Chairperson of the Sri Lanka Atomic Energy Authority.
Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in Galle, Matara, Kalutara and Rathnapura districts in the evening or night.
Justice Mohammed Thahir Laffar, the most senior judge currently serving on the Court of Appeal, has been appointed as the Acting President of the Court of Appeal.
Pakistan Naval Ship (PNS) ASLAT arrived at the Port of Colombo on a formal visit yesterday (01).
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government says that all arrangements are in place to hold the 77th Independence Day celebrations in a dignified manner at the Independence Square premises under the theme 'Let's join the national renaissance".
The Ministry has planned to hold this year's Independence Day celebrations at a low cost, with minimal inconvenience to the public and with greater public participation.
The military parade has been limited to 1,873 military personnel, a reduction of 1,511 compared to last year.
It has also been decided not to use armored vehicles from the three armed forces for this year's parade. Last year, 19 aircraft were used for the Independence Day celebrations, while this year only three aircraft will be used to carry the nation's flag in the air.
The traditional 25-gun salute conducted by the Navy aboard a ship at sea at 12.00 noon on Independence Day will also be held this year.
