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President to address the nation today: Semasinghe

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2 years ago

March 21, 2023

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Finance State Minister Shehan Semasinghe yesterday (20) said that President Ranil Wickremesinghe will address the nation today (21) on the main step forward in obtaining the assistance of USD 3 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Mr. Semasinghe said that the necessary background to obtain the IMF approval was created as a result of the patience of the people as well as the unpopular but necessary reforms implemented by President Wickremesinghe.

“With the irresistible courage and commitment of the President, the Ministry of Finance, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka and other institutions, as well as the support of the IMF, we received the opportunity to access the IMF credit facility at the end of a massive process of eight months with the help of the creditors of our country and other countries. This approval was essential for the country at this time. The time has come for all of us to work together to strengthen the country’s economy,” he said.

Mr. Semasinghe said that he has performed the duties assigned to him by the President not only as a public representative but also as a Sri Lankan.

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Man injured in Panadura shooting

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11 minutes ago

July 11, 2025

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A 32-year-old man was injured in a shooting incident in Malamulla, Hirana, Panadura early this morning (July 11), police said.

According to reports, an unidentified individual had broken a window of the victim’s house and opened fire before fleeing.

The injured man has been admitted to Panadura Hospital for treatment.

Police suspect that a pistol was used in the attack but say the motive remains unknown.

03 police teams are investigating to identify and arrest the suspects, the Police Media Division said.

The police also suspect that the shooting targeted an associate of “Kudu Salindu” amid the conflict between “Kudu Salindu” and “Nilanga”.

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2025 G.C.E. A/L exam dates announced

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21 minutes ago

July 11, 2025

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The Commissioner General of Examinations – A.K.S. Indika Kumari has announced that the 2025 G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination is scheduled to be held from Nov. 10 – Dec. 05, 2025.

Meanwhile, the 2025 G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination is scheduled to be held in February 2026.

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Rain and winds forecast today

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2 hours ago

July 11, 2025

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Several spells of showers will occur in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Galle and Matara districts today (July 11), the Department of Meteorology said.

A few showers may occur in the North-western province as well.

Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in the Uva province and in the Ampara and Batticaloa districts during the afternoon or night.

Fairly strong winds of about 30-40 kmph can be expected at times over the Western slopes of the central hills and in North-western, North-central and Southern provinces.

The general public has also been requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.