(CHINA DAILY, CHINADAILY.COM.CN) – Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said on Sunday (05) that China will “Try to achieve better results” in terms of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth in 2017, as its growth target is set at “around 6.5 percent”. Analysts said the goal is achievable since the economy could have hit the trough last year.
"Chinese Government aims to pursue more proactive, effective fiscal policy"Author: chanaka inoj
(COLOMBO, LANKAPUVATH) – The Officer in Charge (OIC) attached to the Community Police Unit of the Maradana Police Station was found dead in his official quarters this evening (05).
"Police officer found dead in Maradana Police Station"
(RAMESWARAM, LANKAPUVATH) – 24 Indian fishermen were arrested by the Sri Lankan Naval personnel today (05) for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) and fishing in the island nation’s territorial waters, the Press Trust of India reported.
"24 Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy"
(KARACHI, LANKAPUVATH) – The management of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is returning premier service aircraft to Sri Lanka, The News International reported.
"Pakistan Airlines to return Airbus-330 to Sri Lanka"
(DOHA, LANKAPUVATH) – A Doha Criminal Court has sentenced a Sri Lankan man to 3-years in jail and subsequent deportation for illicit dealing and consumption of drug.
"Lankan jailed for peddling drugs in Qatar"
(COLOMBO, LANKAPUVATH) – 3 people including 2 women were killed and 6 others injured when a van collided with a bus at Amithirigala in Ruwanwella, the Police said.
"3 Killed, several injured in bus – van collision"
(MAHIYANGANA, LANKAPUVATH) – Enjoy up to 60% off at the Kevan’s Casa for bookings made and held before April 30. Featuring free WiFi, year-round outdoor swimming pool, and breathtaking views, Kevan’s Casa offers the best deal for a comfortable and affordable accommodation combined with luxurious services, while being one of the best budget hotels in Badulla District, Uva Province of Sri Lanka.
"Up to 60% off at Kevan’s Casa Mahiyangana"
(COLOMBO, LANKAPUVATH) – Christine Lagarde, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), will not be visiting Sri Lanka this month as she had been tentatively scheduled to, the global lender said on Sunday (05).
"IMF Chief Christine Lagarde will not make Sri Lanka visit this month"
(CHENNAI, LANKAPUVATH) – Citing the report of United Nations Human Rights Commissioner Zeid Raad Al Hussein accusing Sri Lanka of failing to comply with the Commission’s resolutions for hybrid mechanism to probe the war crimes and return of Army occupied lands to Tamils, Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) Youth Wing Leader Anbumani Ramadoss on Saturday (04) asked the Union Government to take the issue to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to ensure justice for Tamils.
"“Need Centre’s help in Sri Lanka issue,” says Anbumani Ramadoss"
(CHINA DAILY, CHINADAILY/COM.CN) – Having made headlines at the Davos World Economic Forum with his vigorous defence of globalisation, President Xi Jinping is expected to take the spotlight in another gathering with global influence: the Two Sessions in Beijing. The 5th session of the 12th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and the 5th session of the 12th National People’s Congress (NPC), will open on Friday (03) and Sunday (05), respectively.
"Two Sessions to highlight President Xi’s thoughts"