Archive for November 10th, 2008
ITN Sinhala NEWS 2008 - 11- 10
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Task Force 1 troops crossing marshlands of Ponneryn
Amide vile weather and heavy terrorist resistance, Army Task Force 1 troops have stepped into the great marshlands of Poonaryn, the final obstacle they have to clear before achieving their mission, defence sources said.
According to the sources, heavy fighting have been reported since last evening (Nov 9) in the Chempankundu area, as infantrymen started crossing the extremely hostile terrain that runs about 18 Km, west to east from Chempankundu to Nivil. The marshlands that have about 2 km width at some parts stand as an excellent defence for the terrorists, the sources said. However, troops are not in a mood to slow down their pace of advance despite whatever barricade stand against them, the sources added.
Troops of 583 brigade, attacked an LTTE strong point in Chempankundu around 6.10 PM and reported heavy damages to the terrorists. Few soldiers laid own their lives and several others sustained injuries. Meanwhile, troops of 582 brigade confronted with a group of terrorists in the Mulaikoduttavil area around 7.40 AM. Troops claimed heavy damages to the terrorists.
Snipers deployed in the forward areas reported shooting down of two terrorists in the Navalladi and Pallai areas during the day.
Task Force 1 launched their operations early this year to dominate the northwestern coast of the island. So far, troops have marched about 75 km along the Mannar- Poonaryn road (A-32) and established their forward boundaries 7km south of Poonaryn at present.
Defence observers are in the view that troops would be able to wrest full control over the A-32 road once they cross the marshland. The accomplishment of this would open a land route to Jaffna peninsula after 20 years, they add.
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Troops of the Task Force -1, engaged in route clearing operations along the A-32 Mannar- Pooneryn main road at Chempankundu. |
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Jayalalitha appeals to Karunanidhi to resign from his post
(Colombo-Lankapuvath-November 10) AIADMK General Secretary Jayalalitha told if Chief Minister M Karunanidhi resigns from his post that would be a solution for his family problems as well as innocent Tamil Nadu people on all fronts.
She further added that Chief Minister is not able to solve either the problems of Tamil Nadu people or the affected Sri Lankan Tamils .She made these comments in a statement recently.
If Karunanidhi resigns, all problems of Tamil Nadu people will resolve and their future will be prosperous, she said.
Mrs. Jayalalitha said inefficient administration of Karunanidhi, made all sectors lag behind in progress.
Courtesy: Lankapuvath
Sri Lankan women cricketers win the third ODI against West Indies
The Sri Lankan women’s cricket team beat West Indies by 08 wickets in the third One Day International (ODI) yesterday (09).
After winning the toss the West Indies elected to bat and at the end of the 44th over they could only achieve 125 runs to the loss of all wickets.
Sri Lanka reached the score of 126 runs in 36 overs for the loss of only three wickets.
The cricket series between the West Indies and Sri Lanka consists of five matches and Sri Lanka is in the lead by winning two matches from the three matches held so far.
The fourth ODI against the two teams will be held at the R Premadasa stadium tomorrow (11).
Courtesy: Lankapuvath
High quality cement in the Sri Lankan market
A high quality Cement imported from Pakistan has been introduced to the Sri Lankan market said Chairman of Sri Lankan Cement Coperation, Mr Sisra Paranagama speaking to Lankapuvath.
The specialty of the imported cement is that, when used building, steel does not corrode and also in every 50kg bag of cement there is an extra 1 kg as a special offer to the consumers.
He further added that a bag of cement can be purchased from the open market for Rs 785.00 or less.
Courtesy: Lankapuvath
