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May 10, 2011
Northern youth now stakeholders of development
The young men and women of the North have not taken to development kits on behalf of the motherland’s future instead of possessing the gun. This is the tale of humanity which dawn to the North through the “Uthuru Wasanthaya” Programme
The young men and women of the North lost their youth hood and their hopes for a better future dashed on behalf of a ruthless terrorist leader who was endeavouring to meet his ends. School children had to take to arms and enter the battlefront instead of going in search of methods of winning the future world through their knowledge. These innocent young men and women, forgetting their teenage were embroiled in a struggle which was not possible to be realized. This unfortunate era which devastated the future world of a generation has ended.
Thousands of youths who went in search of life through the Nanthikadal Lagoon were directed to Rehabilitation Centres for a new change in their life. Accelerated programmes were mooted on the orders of the President to make them stakeholders of the nation’s future. They are no more ready to dedicate their teenage for a dream which could not be realized at all. They are now equipped with proper training to join in national unity and brotherhood in the mega development drive which would enrich the country. Everyone witnessed how wedding bells pealed for these rehabilitated young men and women, who had earlier been brainwashed by the terrorist outfit to achieve its ends.
Wedding bells pealed for more than one hundred young men and women who had relinquished terrorism and entered new life amidst the blessings of the entire country. Armed with computer technology and vocational skills, they now look for a prosperous future. This was due to the enormous effort of the great leader of the era who highly valued humanity and the untiring effort of the gallant soldiers for a disciplined future.
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May 3, 2011
Miracle of humanity
Now we bring to you in our Prime News bulletin the feature in the month of May, when the victory of the achievements of humanity vanquishing terrorism, was being commemorated.
It was during the end of the 1970 decade that Sri Lanka where peace, reconciliation and brotherhood reigned was shattered by terrorism. The brutalism which was unveiled with the assassination of the Mayor of Jaffna Alfred Doraiappa to meet the end of the terrorist leader, brought death for many civil Tamil leaders of the North. The unarmed leaders who awakened the voices of innocent Tamil civilians gave up their lives in the face of bombs and firearms.
IS THIS THE NATURE OF THE WORLD’S OST DISCIPLINES FORCE.
LTTE terrorism started spreading stage by stage devastating villages and killing the innocent. The first round of talks between the government and the terror outfit was unveiled in Thimpu in 1985. The talks failed. The LTTE resumed killing civilians in their thousands transforming the discussions into a joke.
IS THIS THE NATURE OF THE WORLD DISCIPLINED FORCE AS SEEN BY SOME
Now India mediates in solving the Northern conflict. India attempted to find a peaceful solution through constitutional amendments granting new powers to the North. But the attempts came a cropper due to LTTE’s obstinacy. Finally the Indian Prime Minister had to sacrifice his life.
IS THIS THE NATURE OF THE WORLD DISCIPLINED FORCE
The Chandrika Kumaratunge administration extended an invitation to the LTTE for a new path on behalf of peace. A ceasefire was also declared. However, the LTTE within a short span resumed their attack, breaching the ceasefire. The third Eelam war which resumed in this manner took away thousands of lives.
IS THIS THE NATURE OF THE WORLD DISCPLINED FORCE WHICH SEARCH BOR BRUTALISM ON BEHALF OF PEACE
The LTTE again entered into a ceasefire in 2002 leaving a break for the brutalism unleashed by them devastating property and lives. The LTTE gave up the talks which were unveiled by the then government giving the optimum facilities to the terrorist outfit. However, the Government attempted to safeguard the ceasefire. But the LTTE flouted the ceasefire more than two thousand instances undermining these efforts. They also displayed their ruthlessness by not only killing the Foreign Minister but also the Deputy Chief of the Ceasefire Monitoring Office.
IS THIS THE NATURE OF THE WORLD’S DISCIPLINED FORCE
But the people’s friendly leader succeeded in ending this sour era where brutalism was spread throughout the country. Peace reigns. No bomb explosions or killings are reported. This was mainly due to the Miracle of Humanity of the war heroes who advanced in a most disciplined manner with the state leader who was dedicated on behalf of that genuine peace.
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May 3, 2011
ISN’T THIS A FLAGRANT VIOLATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS?
This is the Victory Month which commemorates the pride of re-establishing humanity after winning the second freedom struggle of the nation.
Terrosim played havoc in almost all parts of the country. A brutal terrorist leader produced human bombs on behalf of a dream that would not become a reality. Innocent civilians became victims. A fence was built dividing the brotherhood that existed between the North and the South. The track for the operation of Yal Devi from the North to the South was obstructed. It was devastated by the terrorist. They did not stop there. A bomb was hurled at the Yal Devi train and shattered into pieces. There was an era in which the rural fraternity in the villages bordering of the North and the East had to die in the face of terrorist attacks. The voices against the terrorists were subdued by the gunfire of brutality. Hundreds of lives were lost at Kithul-uthuwa, Arantalawa and in Pettah in face of terrorism while there were not protests raised from the world. Not only the Airport and the Oil Terminal, but the Central Bank was also exploded. But the country was left in the lurch.
However, the country succeeded in routing the terrorists creating a peaceful atmosphere. The children who trod the Wanni, Mannar nd Kilinochchi will hereafter not hang cyanide capsules in their necks. They can also pursue their studies in schools sans fear and suspicion. There will be no threats to children ads well as adults from the terrorists. They can breathe sigh of relief in buses, Railway Stations and even at their work places. All this has been done by a prudent leader.
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April 21, 2011
The pigmy hippos born at the Dehiwala Zoo were named in a public competition last evening (20) and are now on display.
The three cubs born in three instances during the month of January were named Sameera, Hiyara and Hapani. Over 350 contestants took part to name them where a cash prices were distributed. The three pigmy hippos were kept under observation until their health conditions improved as they were weak at birth. The parents of the three pygmy hippos are said to have arrived at the Dehiwala Zoo from China. The naming competition was held under the patronage of Bashwara Senanka, Director General of the Zoological Gardens.
February 25, 2011
A German couple who visits Sri Lanka continuously for the past 31 years say that they have been touring many countries but they have never seen a country as beautiful as Sri Lanka and that the beach here is the most beautiful beach in the world.
December 5, 2010
Pandith W.D. Amaradeva celebrates his 83rd birthday today. This is a tribute to a master musician whose contribution to the music scene in Sri Lanka spanning a period of more than five decades has been an incomparable one.
November 18, 2010
Increase in demand for Sapphires
Sri Lanka can expect a surge in the demand for sapphires in the coming months, thanks to the engagement of Prince William to Kate Middleton. Sapphires are rarer than diamonds but less expensive because demand for them is lower.
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November 12, 2010
Prime TV and Radio celebrate Anniversary
Prime Radio and Prime TV celebrate the first Birthday today. We now step into the second year with a firm dedication to further serving the nation, enhancing the knowledge while providing entertainment. This special segment is brought to you marking our 1st anniversary.
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August 12, 2010
Can you believe that it has been 5 years since Lakshman Kadirgamar was shamelessly assassinated by LTTE terrorists? His untimely demise was a great loss to our whole nation. Why I call him a modern day hero is that he was a man who had the courage, a so called back-bone that so many self [...]
August 9, 2010
Bow Wow Show!
What’s a Dog Show? Why show off your doggie?
The Kennel Association of Sri Lanka had their 76th Dog Show yesterday at the Viharamahadevi Park in Colombo. This was organised in association with Browns Company Ltd. So what’s the purpose of having an annual dog show?
Well, pedigreed dogs are a huge business. Taking care of them, training and feeding and the works can be pretty expensive. Breeding them is another matter altogether. You would want your dogs to be of a clean gene-pool but you would also want to prevent inbreeding. So you need another highly pedigreed dog to breed with your own. People spend a huge amount of money on this, so how do you find the best?
Dog Shows of course. It is here, that dogs are being judged by their breed as well as their behaviour. It is here, that your hard work and training is paid off and your pooch can earn a well deserved high value.
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August 5, 2010
Energy is one of the most important commodities in a modern community. In Sri Lanka, one of the main sources of energy is Electricity and it does not come cheap! We constantly try to find ways to reduce our electricity bill. So is there a solution to this dilemma? Can’t the authorities do something to [...]
July 18, 2010
A remedy for Dengue from Papaya leaf juice
Juice of Papaya leaf is found to be increasing white blood cells and blood platelet and normalizing the clotting profile, which are the main aspects affected when infected with dengue. A research conducted on more than 70 dengue patients including 10-15 children, proves that the use of 10 ml of papaya leaf juice helped them fully recover.
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July 15, 2010
There is an enormous surge in the number of Bahraini travellers to Sri Lanka. Arrivals rose by an unprecedented 142% in the first six months of this year compared to the same period last year. Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is resilient and the government is sparing no efforts to revitalize the tourism industry as they [...]
June 12, 2010
International Day against Child Labour.
Poverty is the main cause of child labour but it is a symptom as well. Poor parents send their children to work for reasons of economic expediency, the consequent denial of education trapping another generation of the household within poverty.
Almost every country has laws prohibiting the employment of children below a certain age. New laws periodically introduced in South Asia are shrugged off by hardened business owners and disillusioned campaigners alike.
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June 1, 2010
Expansion of canal boat service
The Sri Lanka Navy plans to introduce its boat service to more canals. The service was initially launched along the Wellawatte canal. A field discussion has already been held on the speedy implementation of the expansion project.
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May 28, 2010
Plans afoot for IIFA
Its only six days more for the IIFA 2010 Indian Film Festival. It is the biggest South Asian media event and one of the world’s most watched annual entertainment events. All arrangements are being made for the staging of the event at the Sugathadasa Stadium in Colombo.
The 11th IIFA awards would continue for three days- June 3rd to 5th.
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May 25, 2010
The process has been accelerated. It will be a boost for the fishing fraternity in the East. Fishermen experienced immense hardships in the past due to the terrorist activities which were rampant in the area. They were also unable to earn their living through fishing as restrictions were imposed due to operations of the sea [...]
May 20, 2010
First Victory Anniversary
Today is the First Anniversary of the noble victory which altered the history of the motherland. It was on the 18th of May last year that peace returned to the motherland after the defeat of the LTTE terrorists who were assumed to be indomitable. We now bring you the final segment of the Northern Victory which was aired for seven full days at a time when the Heroes Week was being commemorated on behalf of this victory.
It was in the year 2006 that the foundation was laid for this dangerous journey with the objective of devastating ruthless terrorism which
devastated the future leadership of the nation,
shattered the future generation of the nation
May 11, 2010
Sri Lanka records world’s highest growth in tourism
Sri Lanka tops another list. It has recorded the highest growth in tourist arrivals. The achievement has been made during the first two months of this year. Sri Lanka outperformed 23 other countries with double-digit growth rates.
Tourism is currently the fourth foreign exchange earner of the country, behind foreign remittances, apparel and tea.
With the average tourist arrivals which is around 425,000 to bring in a revenue around US $450 million.
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May 9, 2010
Chinese vegetables to the Chinese workers in Sri Lanka
There is a distinct difference in the Chinese kitchen at the Hambantota harbour construction site. It is due to the Sri Lankan grown Chinese vegetables. Over 60 farmers in Hambantota are involved in providing Chinese green vegetables to around 350 Chinese workers at the harbour construction site as these vegetables are not available in the normal Sri Lankan market. The project has been the result of JICA livelihood improvement programme. The program focuses on agriculture, infrastructure and institutional development and income generation.
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May 9, 2010
Visitors to the Museum on the increase
It is not only history which is showcased in Museums. A notable feature is the display the strength of a nation. The Ministry of National Heritages and Cultural Affairs claims that the influx of visitors to Museums in the country has soared with the end of the war.
There has been a vast increase in the number of visitors to the Colombo Museum. A notable features that most of them are from the North and East and particularly school children.
Visitors to the Galle Marine Archaeology Museum are also on the rise. The Museum was established in March this year.
UNESCO has pledged support to launch Sri Lanka’s first Irrigation Museum.
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May 7, 2010
First Sri Lanka Travel Guide in Arabic
The first travel guide on Sri Lanka in Arabic Language penned by a UAE national, was launched yesterday at the Sri Lanka pavilion in the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai.
The author of the book is Heba Al Mansoori. Al Mansoori said the book is a “labour of love” and proceeds from the sale of the book will be donated to a charity. The initial print run of the book is 10,000 copies in both hard bound and soft bound copies. She said that due to the many decades of national conflict in Sri Lanka, some Arab travellers had misconceptions about Sri Lanka and her attempt was to put this to rest.
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May 6, 2010
There is a huge influx of local as well as foreign tourists to view attractive sites in the island with the dawn of peace.
Hotel owners are racing to refurbish and add more rooms as foreign holidaymakers have started visiting the island with the end of the war. Leading hotel groups plan to spend millions of dollars on new décor and facilities for the influx of tourists
Foreign tourists emphasize that Sri Lanka is one of the most beautiful countries to visit. They are upbeat about the freedom that prevails in the country.
May 4, 2010
As Ambassador Jaliya Wickramasuriya welcomed guests to a colorful and abundant Sri Lankan buffet in the World Bank’s main dining room, he observed that the building was decorated with images and artifacts of his homeland. As he moved closer to the dining room, he noted, the smells of Srilanka – redolent of curries, coconut, and [...]
April 29, 2010
Colombo is making preparations for the 11th International Indian Film Academy Awards scheduled to be held in Colombo from 3rd to 5th of June.
The awards ceremony is to be held at the Sugathadasa Stadium. IIFA 2010 in Colombo is expected to be attended by more than 600 Indian film industry guests and watched by over 600 million TV viewers in 110 nations. The Indian celebrities expected in the country include Shah Rukh Khan and several other leading stars.
Three suspects have been apprehended in Nuwara Eliya along with some forged currency notes.
The Foreign Employment Bureau has mooted a relief programme for Sri Lankan workers who had returned home due to political instability in Libya.
Australia has expressed willingness to extend support for the progress of the economic, social and cultural sectors in Sri Lanka.
Minister Basil Rajapaksa has emphasized that it is the President who has a clear awareness of the Village. Joining in a programme telecast live over ITN last night from the Official Residence of the Speaker, the Minister said the people throughout the last six years are clearly aware of it.
Foreign scholarships have been awarded for Administrative Officers.
The registration of vans transporting school children within the Western Province before the end of this month is mandatory.
A silk cloth belonging to the Second Century AD has been recovered. The recovery has been made from the Rambukkana area.
