When the copper wires of the highway lights were stolen by druggies in Sri Lanka I was sad to see how low Sri Lanka has fallen. But seems even LA has similar problems
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The images coming from Iran is horrific! Everyday humans loosing their lives seeking freedom is honestly heartbreaking! Where is the global outcry regarding Iranian government’s brutality? Where are the activists?
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Incredible! Just Incredible! How many lives would have been saved cuz of his bravery!
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Rukshan— retweeted
When people stop talking, bad things happen.
Rest in peace, @charliekirk11
Rukshan— retweeted
MSNBC Guest: "We don't know if this was a supporter shooting their gun off in celebration or..?"
Are you serious???
MSNBC is an ABSOLUTE JOKE.
Rukshan— retweeted
Sri Lanka cannot impose or enforce a blanket ban on one nationality. Especially not a heavily western-backed one considering geopolitical implications.
But as #lka is (still) heavily reliant on tourism, we need stronger laws and importantly, effective enforcement.
E.g. Bali👇🏽
Cardinal Malcom Ranjith being in consideration is really heartwarming to see!
🚨🇻🇦WHO’S NEXT? TOP 5 CONTENDERS TO SUCCEED POPE FRANCIS
With Pope Francis gone, the Catholic Church may be heading for a reset - and insiders say the next pope likely won’t be another disruptor.
From Sri Lanka to Italy, the top contenders bring a mix of tradition, diplomacy, and doctrine-tightening energy.
Expect less stirring the pot, more “let’s clean up the kitchen.”
Here’s the shortlist:
Luis Tagle (Philippines) – once Francis’ protégé, now seen as too soft on hot-button issues.
Pietro Parolin (Italy) – the Vatican’s diplomat-in-chief, and a safe, center-right bet.
Jean-Marc Aveline (France) – a decentralizer with left-leaning cred; loved by progressives, feared by conservatives.
Willem Eijk (Netherlands) – strict, smart, no-nonsense; thinks doctrine isn’t a suggestion.
Malcolm Ranjith (Sri Lanka) – a bridge between Benedict and Francis with ties to the rising Catholic south.
Source: NY Post
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If you're sliding into married women’s DMs with zero game and blaming them when it backfires, it means you're lazy and you have no self-control. That’s it. No ifs or buts.
@gayaradesilva @rowmewan1
If you’re fat, it means you’re lazy and you have no self control.
That’s it. There’s no ifs or buts.
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Holding on to the wounds of the past and not allowing yourselves to heal has got to be crazy painful!
The pathetic state of diaspora Eelam Tamils promoting Sri Lankan tourism and normalizing Sri Lanka as a nation.
Sri Lanka’s tourism revenue not only funds the occupation of the Tamil homeland but is also heavily invested in colonization schemes, military-run restaurants, cultural genocide, and much more.
Eelam Tamils in Tamil Eelam launched campaigns like ‘Don’t Visit Sri Lanka’ to hold the country accountable for its crimes, only for ignorant people like him to whitewash them.
Imagine a Palestinian promoting Israel,
why even have the tiger in your bio if you are so unprincipled?
This only highlights the lack of political consciousness and sheer ignorance among Tamils in the diaspora.
instagram.com/reel/DHu2m3Ess…
It’s about time the current government stops blaming the previous administrations and start providing solutions. Definitely should take a leaf out of Trump administration!
I voted for action! Not excuses!
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Interesting read!
Always wondered how Sri Lanka would handle potential oil found in mannar basin!
In 1970, the UK and Norway both discovered oil in the North Sea.
The UK sold their reserves to private markets while Norway kept state ownership.
This ONE decision created the biggest wealth gap in European history.
Here's the full story: 🧵
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🇱🇰 Budget 2025: A Well-Planned Roadmap, But Can Revenue Keep Up?
1. Spending Priorities Hit the Mark
⭕️ The government has allocated funds strategically, focusing on trade, modernization, digitalization, and research – critical drivers for a post-crisis economy.
⭕️ Social sectors like child welfare, autism support, and prison reforms also received attention, addressing often-overlooked gaps. No glaring missteps; the budget ticks almost all policy boxes. ✅
2. Salary Hikes: A Slow Burn to Boost Confidence
⭕️ Public sector salary increases are phased over multiple years, a smart move to manage fiscal pressure. This creates optimism about future earnings without straining the Treasury’s immediate cash flow.
Note: At first glance, state sector salaries appear to have had the greatest increase ever, but the devil is in the details. For some professionals, the reduction in OT & ED rates could mean their take-home pay next April might actually be less than what they earn in March. (Just for optics—this cannot be intentional, but somebody at the treasury screwed up pretty badly.)
3. No Populist Pitfalls
⭕️ The budget steers clear of the JVP-style rhetoric (think unsustainable subsidies or aggressive nationalization). Instead, it leans into pragmatic reforms, signaling a shift toward fiscal discipline and pro-growth policies.
4. Revenue Side: High Hopes, Big Hurdles
⭕️ While spending is well-calibrated, revenue targets look ambitious. The push for digitalization and cashless transactions could improve tax compliance over time, but tangible gains may lag.
⭕️ The revenue plan leans on inefficient refunds (10% WHT, SVAT cancellation) to retain state liquidity. This exploits systemic inefficiencies in refund processes – a quick cash fix but not stimulative for businesses or the economy.
5. Key Agencies Under the Microscope
Key revenue generating agencies (IRD, Customs) face stretch targets meeting these goals will demand exceptional performance – think faster digitization, reduced leakage, and stricter enforcement. A tough ask without systemic reforms.
6. The Bottom Line
⭕️ For a country rebuilding from crisis, this budget is as good as it gets. It checks all the boxes: growth sectors funded, social gaps addressed, and fiscal discipline mostly intact. If the government walks the talk, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 could be on the cusp of a new chapter.
#SriLanka #Budget2024
