Category: Politics
UN Secretary General applauds the people of Sri Lanka for peaceful elections
Aug 19, 2015 (LBO) – The UN Secretary-General Ban ki moon has applauded the people of Sri Lanka for the peaceful and broad-based participation in the parliamentary elections of 17 August.In a statement, he commended the President for having shepherded an inclusive process and the Election Commissioner for his exemplary efforts in helping guarantee the […]
‘s ruling UNP wins parliamentary election, eyes national government
Aug 18, 2015 (LBO) – Results of Sri Lanka’s parliamentary election shows the United National Party won enough seats to be the single-largest party in the 225-seat legislature.All eyes are now on how the party aims to move forward to secure a majority and fulfill its pledge to form a national government. The United National […]
Sri Lanka Elections 2015 *** LIVE Commentary ***
Live Updates (highlights): Three Cabinet Ministers took oath before the President. Mangala Samaraweera as the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe as Minister of Justice and D. M. Swaminathan as Minister of Rehabilitation. Three contenders for position of Finance Minister with Eran, Harsha and Ravi putting their hands up. Decision would be made today (12.12 […]
Sri Lanka Business Chamber praises poll, congratulates UNF
Aug 18, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lankans should calmly accept the final outcome of the election and demonstrate respect towards democratic ideals, the top business chamber said, praising its conduct as free and fair. “We sincerely hope that the winners as well as losers will accept the final outcome of this election, in a peaceful […]
Sri Lanka stocks close higher after parliamentary polls
Aug 18, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lankan stocks closed up 0.09 percent on Tuesday a day after parliamentary elections in the island positioned the United National Party to usurp its rivals. The Colombo benchmark All Share Price Index closed 6.66 points higher at 7,498.70 points. The S&P SL20 closed 4.10 points lower at 4,162.32, down […]
Sri Lanka’s UNP Leader asks for support to build a new political culture
Aug 18, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s United National Front for good governance leader cum United National Party leader Ranil Wickramasinghe asked people’s support to build a new political culture in the island. Releasing a statement, Wickramasinghe said the majority of the country has given approval for continuation of the good governance revolution made on […]
Sri Lanka’s 2015 General Election most peaceful election in recent history: PAFFREL
Aug 17, 2015 (LBO) – The general election that took place today was the most peaceful and fair in the recent history of the country, Sri Lanka’s election watchdog PAFFREL said. “A total of 212 incidents were reported on Election Day, but none of them were of serious consequence. The police reported 35 arrests.” its […]
Only 226 minor election violations; no major incidents reported: Polls Chief
Aug 17, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s Elections Commissioner said the election held today was conducted mainly in a free and fair manner.Speaking at a special media briefing Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya said they have received 226 minor election violation incidents and at least 50 people have been arrested in relation to electoral law violations.“We […]
Election peaceful with low incidence of law violations: Monitors
Aug 17, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s 2015 general election was conducted peacefully with few incidents of election law violence, the head of the Campaign for Free and Fair Elections (CAFFE) said.”We have experienced a very peaceful election day. Law enforcement has been strong and election law violations have been comparatively low,” Keerthi Tennekoon, the […]
Sri Lanka overall voter turnout reaches 70-pct Island wide
Aug 17, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lanka overall voter turnout has reached 70-pct Island wide, election observers said providing provisional figures. Anuradhapura 73% Badulla 70% Ratnapura 75% Kegalle 75% Kurunegala 68% Monaragala 65% Digamadulla 65% Trincomalee 75% Gampaha 70% Kalutara 65% Jaffna 60% Puttalum 67% Galle 70% Batticaloa 60% Colombo 65% Kandy 75% Mathale 70% Nuwara […]
Sri Lanka General Election in Pics
Aug 17, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s 2015 parliamentary polls began on August 17 with a total of 6,151 candidates seeking a place for 225 places in parliament.About 3,653 candidates are contesting from recognized political parties while 2,498 independents also seek a seat in parliament. Media reports say Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and ex-President Mahinda […]
22 incidents of electoral law violations today: PAFFREL
Aug 17, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s election watchdog PAFFREL says the organization has received 22 complaints in relation to electoral and general law violations from 7.00 a.m to 10.30 a.m today. There were 22 violations including 12 incidents of carrying out illegal election propaganda, the organization said.Two incidents reported in relating to state officers […]