February
- By Mannar Correspondent S.R. Lambart A high-level environmental assessment team, led by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) and comprising officials from 23 government departments, was forced to withdraw from their field visit today (February 19) due to massive public opposition against mineral sand excavation in the Konnayan settlement area.
February
Mannar Correspondent – S.R. Lambart A high-level preparatory discussion was held this morning (19) at the Thiruketheeswaram Temple Sambandar Hall in Mannar in anticipation of the Maha Shivaratri Festival scheduled for February 26, 2025.
February
February
Mannar Correspondent - S.R. Lambart The “Clean Sri Lanka” initiative was officially launched today (Saturday, 15th) in Mannar under the auspices of the National Youth Services Council (NYSC).
February
(Mannar Correspondent – S.R. Lambart) A vibrant and inspiring sports festival for persons with disabilities was held today (Tuesday, 11th) at the Mannar Public Sports Ground.
February
(Mannar Correspondent: S. R. Lambart) The Mannar Magistrate’s Court has ordered the remand of seven suspects involved in the January 16 shooting incident that took place in front of the Mannar courthouse.
February
A total of 13 Indian fishermen, who were arrested for allegedly engaging in illegal fishing in Sri Lankan waters, have been released, while four others have been further remanded by court orders.
February
A research team that arrived at the coastal area of Vankalai village in Mannar for an ilmenite sand study was forced to leave by the local villagers on Tuesday evening (4th).
February
Mannar Correspondent - S.R. Lambart Mannar Magistrate’s Court has ordered the remand of 10 Indian fishermen, who were arrested for illegally entering Sri Lankan waters and engaging in fishing activities, until February 17.
February
Mannar Correspondent – S. R. Lambart The government has yet to provide a proper solution to the ongoing struggles of farmers in the Northern and Eastern regions, according to Member of Parliament Selvam Adaikalanathan.