Colombo: While Sri Lanka's state media chose to ignore Sarath Fonseka's release from prison, pro-government newspapers said on Tuesday that the former Army Chief had become a "political pawn" in the hands of foreign countries against President Mahinda Rajapaksa. The story of Fonseka's release on Monday dominated the local media on Tuesday, with many a speculation about the war hero's future political plans. The English, Sinhala and even Tamil press...
12:00 PM, May 22, 2012
Colombo: Sri Lanka's main opposition parties on Saturday warned the government that it will carryout agitations similar to those sweeping the Arab world as they planed a major protest against the detention of former army chief Sarath Fonseka. The United National Party (UNP) of former premier Ranil Wickremesinghe said the attack against its MPs and supporters on Friday was a clear sign that the government was not willing to allow...
06:34 PM, Feb 05, 2011
The general who led the war against the LTTE was found guilty of making irregular purchases by a military court. ...
11:48 AM, Oct 01, 2010
The upcoming contest will be another bitter race between the govt and the opposition. ...
10:57 AM, Feb 10, 2010
It was even promised on an pro-LTTE website that he would return soon. ...
10:04 PM, May 24, 2009
Rehabilitation of Tamil civilians in the war-ravaged island nation will be discussed. ...
12:29 PM, May 20, 2009
Sri Lanka army says it has inched closer to Prabhakaran's hideout. ...
01:50 PM, May 09, 2009
Murthy decided to withdraw from being the advisor due to personal reasons. ...
05:57 PM, Feb 18, 2009
An original ban on the LTTE was lifted in September 2002. ...
01:06 AM, Dec 31, 2008
The Chennai Super Kings' skipper says while they have to start from a scratch, utility players hold them in good stead. ...
12:04 PM, Jan 12, 2008
Bangalore; After extending their unbeaten run in the World Cup with a win over Ireland, India skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Sunday said his side is improving with every single match and also praised the Irish players for their fighting spirit and outstanding fielding. India beat Ireland by five wickets to take the top spot in their group B but the hosts had to work had as Ireland made the...
02:34 AM, Dec 27, 2007
New Delhi: A billion hearts will beat for Sachin Tendulkar as he attempts to win the World Cup for India in his record-equalling sixth appearance in cricket's showpiece event. Tendulkar will not be short of support in what is expected to be his last World Cup -- even his team-mates want to win it for him.The most celebrated cricketer of the modern era has amassed 32,331 international runs and hit...
11:58 PM, Dec 13, 2007
Bangalore: Their confidence sky high after drubbing England, Australian vice-captain Michael Clarke on Saturday said consistency would be the key when his team begins chasing a record fourth consecutive World Cup starting February 19. Clarke, who returned to form in the seven-match one-day series against England after a disappointing Ashes campaign, said to win ICC's showpiece event, Australia need to play as a unit. Our ODI form has been pretty...
09:45 PM, Dec 13, 2007
Three Sri Lanka ministers were stripped of their positions amid allegations that they were working against the President. ...
10:54 PM, Feb 09, 2007
Pro-LTTE website says Prabhakaran is alive. Killed while fleeing | A profile ...
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