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Additional 10,000 jobs in Malaysia!

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1 year ago

March 16, 2023

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In addition to the 10,000 job quota approved by the Malaysian Government, another quota of 10,000 jobs has been allocated for members of the security forces in Sri Lanka, Labor and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara said yesterday (15) at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall in Colombo.

Speaking at an award ceremony to recognize foreign employment agencies, the minister said Sri Lanka is now looking for new destinations and Malaysia has become a unique destination.

“The previous Malaysian Government approved a quota of 10,000 jobs for us. In addition to this quota, the current Malaysian Government has given us more jobs starting from 10,000 and going up to 100,000. We were able to approve a quota for the members of the security sector in the country.”

“Meanwhile, we have made plans to move towards a monthly foreign remittance target of one billion dollars. Therefore, the goal and responsibility of directing the largest number of people to foreign jobs in history has been entrusted to the employment agencies. We as the government are focusing on the welfare of the migrant workers. Accordingly, we are working to provide many projects and facilities including daycare centers and hostels for the children of migrant workers,” he said.

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Fmr. Army Chief joins SJB

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2 hours ago

May 17, 2024

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Former Army Commander Retired General Mahesh Senanayake has joined with the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB).

In a Facebook post, party leader Sajith Premadasa said that the Former Army Chief joined the SJB to support the program to rebuild Sri Lanka.

Mr. Premadasa had appointed General Mahesh Senanayake as the Chief of the Samagi Ranaviru Balawegaya.

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Colombo HC sentences 9 Pakistani drug traffickers to 10 years in prison

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3 hours ago

May 17, 2024

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Nine Pakistani nationals, who were arrested on charges of smuggling a large cache of drugs, have been sentenced to 10 years in prison by the Colombo High Court.

During a joint operation carried out by the Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) and the Sri Lanka Navy on January 01, 2020, the Pakistani nationals were apprehended while transporting 614 kg of ‘Ice’ (Crystal Methamphetamine) and 581 kg and 34 grams of suspected drugs by boat.

The report of the Government Analyst has confirmed that the seized parcels contained over 491 kilograms of ‘Ketamine’ drugs and nearly 472 kilograms of ‘Ice’ (Crystal Methamphetamine).

The accused pleaded guilty to the charges when the case was taken up before the court, and were subsequently sentenced to 10 years in prison, police said.

Furthermore, the police mentioned that measures are underway to extradite the suspects to Pakistan in order to serve their sentences.

(adaderana.lk)

(This story, originally published by adaderana.lk has not been edited by SLM staff)

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Uni. exams postponed due to non-academic staff strike

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3 hours ago

May 17, 2024

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The University Grants Commission said all examinations of undergraduate students in universities have to be postponed, due to the ongoing strike launched by the university non-academic trade unions.
UGC Vice Chairman Senior Prof. Chandana P. Udawatte said as a result, over 50,000 undergraduates will not be able to complete their degree within the planned timeframe.

He said the issuance of the university admission manual, which includes the details on how to apply for degree courses, for those who pass the Advanced Level Examination, was also delayed due to the strike action.

Prof. Udawatte said the Minister of Education has already submitted the necessary proposals to the Cabinet to resolve the issues of the university non-academic staff.

However, Co-Convener of the University Trade Union Alliance Dhammika S. Priyantha said the strike will continue indefinitely until favourable solutions are provided to their demands.

The strike is ongoing for the 16th day.

(News1st)