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Asian Tribune is published by World Institute For Asian Studies|Powered by WIAS Vol. 11 No. 292               

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Ambassador Sarrath Kongahage presents the Letters of Credence

Thu, 2012-02-09 02:08 — editor


Sarrath Kongahage, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka to the Swiss Confederation, presented to Eveline Widmer-Schlumpf, the President of the Swiss Confederation, the Letters of Credence at the Federal Palace in Berne, Switzerland, on 10th January 2012.

Nearly 64 per cent vote in first phase of polling in Uttar Pradesh

Thu, 2012-02-09 01:51 — editor
From R. Vasudevan—Reporting from New Delhi

An impressive 62 to 64% turnout was registered on Wednesday in the first phase of Assembly elections in 55 seats in Uttar Pradesh where stakes are high for Mayawati's ruling BSP which is facing a tough challenge from Congress, BJP and Samajwadi Party.

How to strengthen the image of Sweden and exports - Ewa Björling launches promotion calendar for 2012

Thu, 2012-02-09 01:47 — editor

Minister for Trade Ewa Björling has initiated the 2012 promotion calendar for the creative industries. The aim is to increase the focus on five selected industries - music, food, film, fashion and literature - which are thought to have particularly great potential for increasing exports. The month focusing on music started on 01 February.

Lanka 'Pranama' Awards for two Palestinians on Independence Day

Thu, 2012-02-09 01:33 — editor
By Hiba Issa - Ramallah

Two prominent personalities in Palestine were bestowed with ‘Lanka Pranama’ honors at the Independence Day celebration held in Ramallah, Palestine where Representative Office of Sri Lanka in Palestine marked the 64th Independence Day with a colorful reception held in Ramallah.

Do you know House maid Indika Bandira Udapitiya?

Thu, 2012-02-09 01:14 — editor

The Consular Division of Sri Lanka’s Ministry of External Affairs has sought the public assistance to find out the next of kin of House maid Indika Bandira Udapitiya who committed suicide in “Malas Ladies’ Prison in Saudi Arabia.

Famous cine playback singer S Janaki injured:Fallen in a Hotel Bath Room

Wed, 2012-02-08 17:18 — editor
By Sathyalaya Ramakrishnsan

Famous multi lingual cine playback singer S. Janaki sustained a head injury after she slipped and fell in a hotel she was staying in at Tirupati on Tuesday. She is declared out of danger and may be ready for discharge by Wednesday morning.

Santorum sweeps all 3 contests changing campaign dynamic overnight

Wed, 2012-02-08 14:17 — editor
By Philip Fernando in Los Angeles

Rick Santorum swept Colorado, Minnesota and Missouri contests clearly establishing his potential as a top-rung contender armed with winsome populous oratorical skills in contrast to Mitt Romney’s drab business-like rhetorical pitch.

Sri Lanka assures cooperation in bringing peace and stability in Maldives

Wed, 2012-02-08 06:05 — editor

Sri Lanka Government has described the people and police protest, the resignation of the President of the Maldives Mr. Mohamed Nasheed and the swearing in of its Vice-President, Dr. Mohamed Waheed as internal matters of Maldives.

Foreign Intelligentsia Targeted Baloch Leaders’ Family?

Wed, 2012-02-08 05:27 — editor
By Zaheerul Hassan

On January 31 , Balochistan assembly member Mir Bakhtiar Khan Domki's wife Zamur Domki, 32, and daughter Janan Domki, 13, and family driver Barkat Baloch were killed by some unknown terrorists near Gizri area Bridge in Clifton of Karachi Pakistan commercial capital.

Embassy of Sri Lanka in Stockholm celebrates the 64th Independence Day

Wed, 2012-02-08 05:07 — editor


The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Sweden held the 64th Independence Day celebration at the Embassy premises on Saturday, 04th February.

Delayed Union Budget to be presented on March 16

Wed, 2012-02-08 03:55 — editor
From R. Vasudevan - Reporting from New Delhi

The Union Budget, delayed because of elections in five states, will now be presented on March 16, four days after Parliament begins its Budget session.

Sri Lankan Independence Day Celebrated In Bangkok

Wed, 2012-02-08 03:37 — editor
By Neville de Silva


Sri Lanka's 64th Independence anniversary was celebrated at the residence of the Sri Lankan Ambassador Gen. Shantha Kottegoda with the hoisting of the national flag, the singing of the National Anthem and religious observances.

Four Sri Lankan Nationals Jailed In UK Immigration Fraud Case

Wed, 2012-02-08 03:30 — editor

Four Sri Lankan men have been jailed in the UK for their part in a conspiracy to supply fraudulent identity documents. The last of the four men was sentenced to 13 months’ imprisonment on 3 February after he pleaded guilty to a charge of conspiracy to facilitate a breach of the UK’s immigration laws.

Norway Minister conveys concern over 2G licence cancellation

Wed, 2012-02-08 03:25 — editor
From R. Vasudevan - Reporting from New Delhi

Initiating dialogue at diplomatic level post cancellation of Uninor’s 2G licences, Norway’s IT Minister Rigmor Aasrud on Tuesday met Telecom Minister Kapil Sibal and discussed way forward while raising concern over its investments in Indian operations.

University Education and Virginity Test: Sri Lanka Vs UK

Wed, 2012-02-08 03:21 — editor
By Nalin Abeysekera

Few months back there was news from leading University in Sri Lanka that Vice Chancellor has sent some students for virginity test. Even though the news was not confirmed it is imperative to relate this with the scenario of UK Universities. Following statistics has been taken from studentbeans.com, which the web has done a survey among 2818 students from UK to ascertain their sex life, sexual health and relationship.

EC bans exit, opinion polls till March 3

Wed, 2012-02-08 03:12 — editor
From R. Vasudevan-Reporting from New Delhi

The Election Commission on Tuesday banned exit polls till March 3, till the completion of assembly elections in five states of UttarPradesh, Goa, Punjab, Uttarakhandand Manipur.

Subramanian Swamy says he is anti-LTTE but pro-political solution in Lanka - Mano Ganesan

Wed, 2012-02-08 02:55 — editor

Leader of Janata party of India Dr. Subramanian Swamy has told that he is anti-LTTE but pro-power devolution and political solution in Sri Lanka. He told this to DPF Leader Mano Ganesan.

UP Minister declares assets worth Rs 187 crore!

Wed, 2012-02-08 02:48 — editor
From R. Vasudevan - Reporting from New Delhi

In a telling commentary on the extent of corruption prevailing in Chief Minister Mayawati’s regime, Uttar Pradesh's Energy Minister Ramvir Upadhaya has declared assets worthRs187 crore, while his MP wife Seema Upadhaya has property worth Rs 2.09 crore.



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