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A monthly discussion to review the financial and physical progress of the projects implemented this year under the Ministry of Women’s Affairs, Rehabilitation, Social Service, Cooperatives, Food Supply and Distribution, Industries and Enterprise Promotion and Trade & Commerce was held at the Governor’s Secretariat today, Wednesday (23.07.2025) under the chairmanship of the Hon. Governor of […]

“Even if you produce high-quality products, their demand largely depends on effective packaging and marketing,” said the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, Mr. N. Vethanayahan. “Therefore, I extend my sincere thanks to UNIDO for educating you on these vital aspects and more.” A workshop for local entrepreneurs, organized by the United Nations Industrial Development

Solutions were reached for various issues concerning lands under the Land Reform Commission in the Northern Province during a meeting held at the Governor’s Secretariat on Wednesday morning (23.07.2025). The meeting was attended by Mr. R.K. Nihal, Chairman of the Land Reform Commission, who participated at the invitation of the Honorable Governor of the Northern

During a discussion on the operation of the Jaffna Long-Distance Passenger Bus Terminal, it was decided that, effective 1st August 2025, all long-distance bus services—both Sri Lanka Transport Board and private—will operate from the Long-Distance Bus Terminal. Meanwhile, all local bus services, including those operated by the Sri Lanka Transport Board and private companies, will

The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, has requested the Local Authorities to continue the measures being taken against illegal constructions and never stop for anyone. The monthly discussion with the Secretaries of the Local Authorities was held at the Governor’s Secretariat today, Tuesday (22.07.2025). In his opening remarks, the Governor pointed out

“Our country is earning significant foreign exchange through the export of palm products to international markets. We are taking steps to streamline the export process in the future, making it more accessible and efficient. This will enable producers themselves to earn greater profits, reducing reliance on middlemen, and ultimately improving their livelihoods,” stated the Honorable

On the evening of Monday, July 21, 2025, a delegation headed by the Chairman of the Chavakachcheri Pradeshiya Sabha, Mr. Ponnaiya Kugathasan, met with the Honorable Governor of the Northern Province, Mr. N. Vethanayahan, at the Governor’s Secretariat for a discussion. During the meeting, the delegation submitted several requests to the Governor, including support for

Nowdays, more people are turning to bicycles for physical fitness rather than daily transportation. Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, emphasized the importance of promoting bicycle use among today’s youth, highlighting its benefits for both health and the environment. The award ceremony of the Late Augustine Memorial Cycling Race – 2025, held in

A Youth Health Exhibition and Awareness Walk, jointly organized by the Tellippalai Medical Officer’s Office, students of the Jaffna Nursing Training College, and local mothers’ associations, was held today (21.07.2025) with the participation of the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, Mr. N. Vethanayahan. Stage events were conducted at the Kavignar Ambi Kalaiyarangu of Tellippalai

The centenary events commemorating the ascetic life of the great Tamil scholar Swami Vipulananda were jointly organized today, Saturday (19.07.2025), in Manipay — marking his 78th Maha Samadhi Day. The Ministry of Buddhism and Religious Affairs, the Department of Hindu Religious and Cultural Affairs, the Jaffna District Secretariat, the Jaffna Divisional Secretariat, the All Ceylon