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Sri Lanka President slams Sweden quran burning, questions HRC silence

Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe has criticized the burning of the Quran in Sweden, emphasizing that it violates Freedom of Worship & cannot be justified as Freedom of Expression. He questions the silence of the HRC in Geneva, warning of a potential divide between the Global South & Western values if they classify it as such.     Sri Lanka …

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The Masjid of Jamiah Naleemiah has been officially reopened

The Masjid of Jamiah Naleemiah has been officially reopened for daily prayers on July 2, 2023, following an extensive expansion, renovation, and upgrading project. The society’s president, the board of management, and the Rector came together to declare its reopening. The event was graced by the presence of numerous attendees, including members of the society, staff, and a large number …

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Special Gazette published for professionals in 14 different categories

A special gazette notification has been issued making it mandatory for professionals belonging to 14 categories to register themselves with the Inland Revenue Department (IRD). The communiqué was issued by President Ranil Wickremesinghe on May 31, in his capacity as the Minister of Finance, Economic Stabilization & National Policies, pursuant to the powers vested in him under Sub Section 03 …

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Naleemiah Institute of Islamic Studies to Celebrate Golden Jubilee & General Convocation 2023

The Naleemiah Institute of Islamic Studies is preparing to mark a significant milestone as it celebrates its Golden Jubilee and General Convocation 2023 on 24th of June at BMICH. With a rich history of 50 years of academic excellence, the institute eagerly anticipates honouring the accomplishments of the last seven graduating batches during this momentous event. On the occasion of …

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Hope with Safa Counselling Centre

Why the name Safa? Safa means peace, we named it because it provides a safe haven for people who are disturbed. Ameena Faiz Mustapha President and senior counsellor said “our projects are open to all communities and faiths””We are focused on bringing ease and solace to those in distress and in need . At the inception we did a housing …

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Duty-free allowances to expatriate workers at airport increased from May 1: Minister

Duty-free allowances for expatriate workers given at the airport will be increased from May 1, and a circular notifying this has been issued, Labour and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara said. While addressing the media at the Government Information Department yesterday, he said a memorandum was presented to the cabinet seeking approval to increase the duty-free allowance and it was …

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