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2nd January 2009 Volume 02 Issue 01
SL Army captures Karadipokku Junction in Kilinochchi
Troops of Task Force 1, advancing towards the heart of Kilinochchi, have reported another victory against LTTE terrorists by gaining control over the Karadipokku junction located between Paranthan and Kilinochchi along the A-9 main road on January 1st.(Lankapuvath)
Cabinet Reshuffle – President Minister of Media
President Mahinda Rajapaksa has taken over the media ministry with immediate effect following a mini Cabinet reshuffle on January 1st. (Lankapuvath)
All that you lost due to terror will be restored” – President assures people of Jaffna
“All that was lost to you due to terrorism will be restored. It will not be long before your brothers and sisters who are trapped in areas such as Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu can be happy. That is when, just like the New Dawn in the East, there will be the New Spring in the North,” said President Mahinda Rajapaksa in a message to the people of Jaffna in connection with the “Future Minds of Jaffna" exhibition currently being held in Jaffna. (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
Minister of Foreign Affairs’ New Year Message
In his New Year message, Minister Bogollagama stated that the past year has been quite significant in raising Sri Lanka's international profile. The notable highlight of our successful diplomacy was the hosting of the 15th SAARC Summit in Colombo, with the participation of 8 Heads of State or Government and 7 Observers, he said. He added that the assumption of the SAARC Chair has imposed a heavy responsibility on Sri Lanka. However, Sri Lanka under the dynamic leadership of President Mahinda Rajapaksa will be equal to the task of discharging its responsibilities for the greater benefit and welfare of the peoples of the SAARC region in the coming year. (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
Sri Lanka wins first test match against Bangladesh
Sri Lanka won the first Test match against Bangladesh by 107 runs. The match was played at Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka on December 31st , 2008.(Lankapuvath)
Intercity train service between Colombo and Anuradhapura
The Government is to commence an intercity train service between Colombo Fort and Anuradhapura with a maximum travel time of three hours. (Dept. of Information)
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