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Robert Blake refuses to comment on US human rights probe on Sri Lankans and Rudrakumaran issue

Fri, 2009-12-25 06:26 — editor

Daya Gamage – US National Correspondent Asian Tribune

Presenting hard facts about New York immigration lawyer Visuvanathan Rudrakumaran’s direct links to Sri Lanka’s violent terror group Tamil Tigers (LTTE), a designated foreign terrorist organization (FTO) in the U.S., to which State Department’s Robert Blake described him as ‘only an advisor and not a well known Tiger operative’ in his December 9 press briefing in Colombo Blake refused to comment when Asian Tribune raised the issue with him.

Irreparable harm to forces by former Army Commander, Sri Lanka cabinet says

Thu, 2009-12-24 12:40 — editor

By Sugeeswara Senadhira

The Cabinet of Ministers unreservedly condemned the war crime allegations made by the former Army Commander General (Rtd) Sarath Fonseka. The Cabinet said no Commander of the Army has inflicted such irreparable harm on men of loyalty and courage who have served under him.

Anti-Fonseka Group within the TNA prevails

Wed, 2009-12-23 04:51 — editor

By K.T.Rajasingham

Attempts made by the Tamil National Alliance’s SMS leadership (R. Sampanthan, Mavai S. Senathirajah, and Suresh Premachandran) – a subtle move to thrust a decision on the rest of the TNA Parliamentary Group MPs to back General (retd.) Sarath Fonseka, the decimator of Tamils’ resistance, has again come to a cropper yesterday, with the majority of the parliamentarians present stiffly resisting the move.

Suicide attack on Journalists’ club kills three in northwest Pakistan

Wed, 2009-12-23 01:49 — editor

Farzana Shah Reporting from Pakistan

A suicide bomber attacked a club for journalists in Pakistan's northwest city of Peshawar on Tuesday, killing three people including a woman and wounding 17.

LTTE’s Biggest Ship Seized & Brought to Colombo

Mon, 2009-12-21 16:59 — editor

By Anjana Jayashan in Colombo

MV 'Princess Christina'; a ship belonged to the LTTE terror outfit was seized and brought to the Colombo Harbor this morning (December 21) by the Sri Lanka Navy, the Media Centre for National Security (MCNS) announced.

Telephone-gate showcases Foneska ‘corruption’

Sun, 2009-12-20 06:18 — editor

By K.T.Rajasingham

Gen Sarath Fonseka, who has entered the presidential fray on an anti-corruption platform, misused the official satellite phones to make personal overseas calls to the US in particular and used Army Welfare Fund to settle the bills, Asian Tribune investigations show.

Nose cut to Ranil: Failed to impress Indian leaders on Fonseka’s credentials as future President of Sri Lanka

Sat, 2009-12-19 05:36 — editor

With nominations closed and President Mahinda Rajapakse and former Army Commander Sarath Fonseka emerging as the two major candidates at the forthcoming Sri Lankan Presidential election, the international community is watching with great interest the outcome of the January poll.

Mosque suicide blast kills 11 in northwest Pakistan

Sat, 2009-12-19 03:55 — editor

By Farzana Shah-Asian Tribune Correspondent in Pakistan

At least 11 people including a woman and two children were killed and another 28 injured when a suicide bomber riding an explosive laden double cabin pick up exploded the vehicle in front of the police headquarters at Balambat Timergara in the Northwest Frontier Province (NWFP) during Friday prayer.

Presidential election is an opportunity for the Tamils to air their grievances and aspirations - Sivajilingham

Thu, 2009-12-17 20:47 — editor

By K.T.Rajasingham

The Presidential election is an opportunity provided to bring to the notice, the grievances and aspirations of the Tamil nation. Therefore this golden opportunity should not be allowed to go by.

Presidential Election: A challenge to the son of the soil Mahinda by foreign elements involved in destabilizing the country

Thu, 2009-12-17 06:39 — editor

By K.T.Rajasingham

The forthcoming Presidential election is a challenge between the son of the soil - Mahinda Rajapaksa and the foreign elements and their agents involved in destabilizing the country.

Pakistani Supreme Court declares NRO (amnesty ruling) null and void -Orders govt to reopen Swiss cases against Zardari

Thu, 2009-12-17 03:27 — editor

By Farzana Shah-Asian Tribune Correspondent in Pakistan

The Supreme Court of Pakistan while terming National Reconciliation Ordinance (NRO), unconstitutional has declared it null and void.

Sri Lanka: Northern Katpaka Tharu - Palmyara palm becomes a victim of ministerial whims.

Wed, 2009-12-16 05:38 — editor

By K.T.Rajasingham

R. M. Dharmadasa Banda -Minister of Supplementary Crops Development is allowing Palmyra sector which provides livelihood to hundreds of thousands in the Northern Sri Lanka where it is considered as Katpaka Tharu is put on a state of stagnation .

TNA’s Sivajilingam Made Deposit to Contest the Presidential Election

Tue, 2009-12-15 16:19 — editor

By Anjana Jayashan in Colombo

The Tamil National Alliance MP MK Sivajilingam made money deposit indicating his interest in contesting in the Presidential election which is due on January 26.

The Dirge for TNA in its final break- up

Mon, 2009-12-14 06:08 — editor

By K.T.Rajasingham

A Revolt within the Tamil National Alliance is seriously on the card and it is imminent that the TNA is to break up soon into three to four groups.

21 Questions to Sarath Fonseka for straight replies and to clear his name

Sun, 2009-12-13 03:25 — editor

By K.T.Rajasingham

Notwithstanding Gen (retd.) Sarath Fonseka’s loud assertions that his son-in-law Danuna Tilakaratne is clean, more shoddy deals and scams are tumbling out.

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Palestinians appeals Sri Lanka Muslims to vote for Mahinda Rajapaksa

Fri, 2009-12-25 06:10 — editor

Palestinians in and out of Palestine have extended an appeal to Muslims of Sri Lanka to wholeheartedly support President Mahinda Rajapaksa in the forthcoming Presidential election.

“No decision to sue EU; It is just a view expressed by Prof. Peiris” – Samarasinghe

Fri, 2009-12-25 05:27 — editor

By Poorna Rodrigo

Despite Prof. Peiris’ claim on suing the EU over temporary suspension of the GSP plus to Sri Lanka, Human Rights Minister Mahinda Samarasinghe today said there is no such decision adding it is “just a view expressed” by the former.

Nepal former PM proposed for Noble Peace Prize

Fri, 2009-12-25 05:23 — editor

Kosh R. Koirala Reporting from Nepal

Nepal government has officially proposed former prime minister and President of Nepali Congress as a candidate for the Noble Peace Prize next year. A meeting of the cabinet held on Thursday made a decision to this effect.

Karunanidhi goes nostalgic about Christian missionaries who enriched Tamil, greeting Christians on X’mas

Fri, 2009-12-25 05:17 — editor

From Gopal Ethiraj, Chennai

Greeting the Christians in the State on Christmas eve, the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi went nostalgic about those Christian Missionaries of the 17th and 18th centuries who did yeomen service to the Tamil language and contributed for its enrichment.

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Opposition Candidate’s Plans are Ambiguous – Minister Ranawaka

Fri, 2009-12-25 04:10 — editor

By Anjana Jayashan in Colombo

The opposition presidential candidate retired General Sarath Fonseka has not yet revealed his plans on developing and ruling the country, if he wins the election. The two major parties which support him have different ideas and have made contradictory statements several times, Environment Minister Patalie Champika Ranawaka said yesterday at a media briefing held in Colombo.

Sri Lankan President on building new bridges of tolerance and understanding

Fri, 2009-12-25 02:18 — editor

The spirit of Christmas is one of loving and giving. It brings together families and communities to share the joy of the birth of Jesus Christ who brought with him the great teaching of love that is at the core of Christianity.

Sri Lanka: “Government Will Face Any Investigation – But The Damage Is Irreparable,” – Media Minister

Fri, 2009-12-25 02:02 — editor

By Anjana Jayashan in Colombo

The opposition’s presidential candidate General Sarath Fonseka’s controversial statement just cannot be neglected and as it had done a grave damage to the country, Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa said.

While Fonseka is barking the wrong tree the Navy seize Prabhakaran's escape ship

Fri, 2009-12-25 01:45 — editor

Dr.P.A.Samaraweera - Australia

Gen.Fonseka's (Rtd) statement levelling charges against the Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapakse had led to his condemnation from various quarters.

Nepal PM to make six-day official visit to China

Fri, 2009-12-25 01:39 — editor

By Kosh R. Koirala from Nepal

Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal is leaving for China on Saturday for a six-day official visit to the northern neighbor.

Chinese funding worth US$ 410 million for projects in Sri Lanka

Fri, 2009-12-25 00:47 — editor

Three framework agreements amounting to US$ 410 million were signed between Secretary to the Treasury P.B. Jayasundera and the Vice Minister of Commerce of China Chen Jian on 23rd December 2009, under which the Chinese government will provide concessional funding for several projects in Sri Lanka, including the second international airport at Mattala.

Telangana lawmakers threaten to quit

Fri, 2009-12-25 00:43 — editor

From S Murari, Chennai

The Government of India's decision to take a second look at the formation of a separate Telangana led to protests in the region on Thursday, with 82 of the 119 members of the Andhra Pradesh legislature from the region as well as 11 of the 12 Congress members of Parliament threatening resignation, the newly-formed all-party joint action committee calling for a shutdown and studends of the Osmania University in Hyderabad clashing with the police.

Seva Vanitha Unit donates Rs.4 Million for Seruwila Hospital

Fri, 2009-12-25 00:33 — editor

The Seva Vanitha Unit of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs recently made a donation of Rs. 4 million to the Ministry of Health for the construction of a 20 bed Ward for women and children at the Seruwila Hospital in Trincomalee, making its total contribution to the Seruwila hospital to be more than Rs. 6 million.

India Will Have To Lift Its Game

Fri, 2009-12-25 00:16 — editor

By Ramu Sharma - Syndicate Features

Whatever is happening to Indian hockey? There was a time when gloom descended on the whole country if the team performed badly in a major international tournament. Today, there is no reaction, not even if it is mauled by Pakistan.

Sri Lanka to decide over the known devil or the unknown angel

Thu, 2009-12-24 14:06 — editor

By Shenali Waduge

Post May 2009 heralded what most believed to be as Sri Lanka’s real independence. A country suffering almost 30 years of terrorist activity was able to finally be happy that the LTTE terror reign was now over and the country was able to salute its heroes and kick start its future.

Telangana on hold, Delhi again for wider consultations, 48-hour strike paralyses life

Thu, 2009-12-24 13:03 — editor

By M Rama Rao, India Editor, Asian Tribune

The Telangana proposal stands rolled back sparking a new wave of protests, and resignations. Life is paralysed in Hyderabad and Telangana districts from Thursday morning under a 48-hour long general strike called by pro-Telangana parties and groups.

No more merchandising with ‘human rights’ by NGOs, societies: State Human Rights Panel

Thu, 2009-12-24 05:16 — editor

From Gopal Ethiraj, Chennai

The State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) has barred the use of the word ‘human rights’ by any society, Non Governmental Organisation (NGO) or association in Tamil Nadu.

Nepal Maoists lift months-long House obstruction

Thu, 2009-12-24 05:12 — editor

Kosh R. Koirala Reporting from Nepal

In a major political development in the country, the agitating Unified Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) on Wednesday unilaterally decided to lift House obstruction it was enforcing since May.

General Fonseka Should Write to UN & Say It a ‘political utterance’ – Media Minister

Thu, 2009-12-24 03:51 — editor

By Anjana Jayashan in Colombo

Former Army Commander and the presidential candidate Sarath Fonseka’s statement to a weekend English newspaper has brought the country towards an unnecessary international scrutiny, said Media Minister Lakshman Yapa Abeywardene.

Pennagaram assembly by-election on January 20

Thu, 2009-12-24 03:31 — editor

From Gopal Ethiraj, Chennai

Hardly the present heat of by-elections to two Assembly constituencies in the State ended, there is fresh round of political activity getting triggered up, with the Election Commission announ¬cing the schedule for for the Pennagaram Assembly segment.

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