The plantation sector workers will receive their long-awaited revised daily minimum wage of Rs. 1,350 along with an additional allowance of Rs. 50 for each extra kilo of harvest from 10 October.
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Friday, October 4, 2024
Saravanapavan’s latest book Taking readers through the ‘Most Dangerous Moment in Ceylon’
The role of the Canadian Air Force to save Ceylon from an impending military disaster at the height of World War II has been brought to the limelight in author K. Saravanapavan’s latest book ‘The Most Dangerous Moment in Ceylon – Ceylon Aerial Engagement : Canadian Reconnaissance Vs. Japanese Bombers’.
Are the Apex Court Judges retiring too early?
During the last few months or so, news items popped-up more often than not, on the appointment and non-appointment of judges to the Supreme Court and Court of Appeal due to the retirement of judges in both courts.
Increase in spreading influenza among children, advised to wear masks: Pediatrician
Colombo, October 4 (Daily Mirro) - There has been an increase in the number of children showing symptoms of influenza and doctors advise vulnerable groups to wear masks, Lady Ridgeway Hospital (LRH) Consultant Pediatrician Dr. Deepal Perera said.
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Will agriculture farmers be forced to pay taxes for water?
Water is one of man’s primary needs of humans. Water is a key factor in agriculture as well as for consumption. Throughout history, from the times of ancient kings to future leaders, reservoirs and dams were built to meet the need for water. At present, the Irrigation Department of Sri Lanka and the Mahaweli Authority of Sri Lanka ensure the supply of essential water. Accordingly, water is provided for agriculture, which is one of the country’s basic needs.
Sri Lanka faces Rs. 237 billion annual burden due to alcohol-related health issues
The Sri Lankan government incurs an annual cost of Rs. 237 billion to address health problems linked to alcohol consumption, highlighting the significant social, economic, and health challenges posed by alcohol, according to the Alcohol and Drug Information Centre (ADIC).
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Kadugannawa the gateway to Kanda Uda Rata
When the journey towards Kandy is made from Colombo via the A1 road, a delightful scenery is met within Kadugannawa Pass, overlooking the Bible Rock. The grandeur of the view at the vantage point tempts the traveller to pull over and immerse himself with the peace and quiet of the surroundings with corn on the cob or a king coconut.
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