Govt undeterred, Northern thrust to continue

 In the aftermath of the LTTE attack on the Anuradhapura air base, the Government yesterday emphasised that it is not deterred by the terror acts and will continue the thrust on LTTE strongholds in the Wanni in its bid to liberate the Northern people.

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Train service vital link in public transport -Dallas

Developing the railways is crucial to sustain a healthy public transport sector Transport Minister Dallas Alahapperuma said yesterday before taking the maiden ride in the newly imported Chinese locomotives from the Maradana Railway station.

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Int'l banks, markets have placed great confidence in Govt's economic policy - Media Minister

The over subscribing of the International bond issue for US dollars 500 million made by the Government showed the great confidence placed by international Banks and markets on the Government's economic development programme, said Information and Media Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa.

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