10 July 2024 | Vol. 10, #123

Virakesari: “Opposition parties are attempting to gain power by hindering peace; the strikes are being conducted to disrupt progress” – Wajira Abeywardana | Various services affected due to the public sector strikes; people encounter difficulties; schools come to a standstill | Photograph: Plantation workers protest in Colombo in front of the Planters' Association building | A fortune for the officers who did not engage in strikes over the past two days; a salary increment and a certificate of commendation to…