DIFFERENT PRIORITIES IN THE SINHALA AND TAMIL PRESS |
Tamil Headlines
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Virakesari: “New Anti-Terrorism Bill is to prevent public uprising”; Sumanthiran expresses deep dissatisfaction with government’s actions | “Voice of Tamil parties insufficient regarding provincial council elections; they are also responsible for the delay” – Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe’s frustration | 3 killed in accident Thinakaran: Interpol may release traces of Sara Jasmine; some fear truths will be revealed | Large crowds visit to venerate the sacred Buddha relics | “An economy suitable for the new world will be created; those who have nothing left to talk about are trying to incite racism” – The President |
Thinakkural: “The Kivul Oya project, which will destroy 5,000 acres of ancient forest, is a massive conspiracy; Our party will certainly provide full support to the Tamil side’s protest” – Rishad Bathiudeen states | Sri TELO Leader Uthayarasa arrested; 7 days in detention Thamilan: Investigation against the Speaker! Action taken by the CIABOC | Postal rates increased from today |
Sinhala Headlines
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Lankadeepa: Eight allegations of corruption; Bribery Commission set to investigate Speaker | Contempt of court: lawyer jailed for three years, disbarred by Supreme Court Divaina: Were the rocket launchers discovered in the Thoppigala (Baron’s Cap) forest hidden for a planned attack? No other weapons were found, despite searches by three STF teams, all three launchers in active condition Mawbima: Mother and daughter killed by a broken electric cable caused by Ditwah; CEB yet to repair it despite being informed | Bribery Commission begins investigation into the Speaker
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Dinamina: UN allocates Rs. 6,720 million in compensation for those affected by Ditwah; Relief assistance already provided to 216,000 people across 25 districts Aruna: Overtime pay cut triggers crisis at National Institute of Education; all classes, exams and workshops postponed Anidda: This paper is published only on Fridays |