LTTE not keen on N-E civilians’ welfare

Attack on ship carrying essentials to Jaffna

The LTTE's cowardly attack on a ship carrying essential items for Jaffna civilians proves beyond doubt that they are not interested in the welfare of the people of the North and East, Disaster Relief Services Minister Ameer Ali said.

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11% growth of GNP expected in 2016 through implementation of 10-year plan

Through the implementation of the 10-year plan of Mahinda Chintanaya, it is expected to achieve a 11% growth of the Gross National Product in year 2016 and consequently a considerable growth in the agriculture and service sectors as well, states a Presidential Secretariat Press release.

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Ranil - Karu talks fail

Yesterday's make or break meeting between UNP Leader Ranil Wickremasinghe and its former Deputy Karu Jayasuriya failed with the two leaders refusing to compromise over burning issues.

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'No, not fast food, but good food served fast'

'Mr. Chico Texas' is the latest, mega fast food enterprise in the country. American-franchised, glamorous and inviting, the restaurant is a marked presence in the fast developing suburb of Nugegoda. However, it is not just another fast food business, its owner and veteran businessman Mahinda Ramanayake, Chairman, Jaycey Group of Companies explains in this interview.

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