Annual Budget Proposals-2017

*Five Hundrad Thousand new houses for low and middle income groups from  next year

*Rs.25 million allocated to esrablish Amaradeva Music Acadamy in memory of late pandith W.A.D Amaradeva

*New Domestic  Air Line to be established from 31 st of March

*Telecommunication Levy to be increased by 25 percent.Corporate income tax revised.

+Ceylon Tobacco  Company requested  to donate Rs.500 million to Presidential Fund to be utilized  for the Anti Smoking campaign

*Levy imposed on foreign films and tele dramas dubbed into Sinhala and Tamil to be incteased from Rs.90,000 to Rs.300,000 per 30 minutes

*Cess Tax imposed on 100 items to be removed with imediatte effect

*PAYE Tax will be excluded upto Rs.Rs.100,000 per month

Annual Budget-2017: More Concessions- 1

*CattleFarming Zones to be established

*The Expressway fees have been reduced by Rs.50 from 9 p.m to 5.a.m

*Monthly allowance of Rs.2500 recommended for Pirivena (Temples) Students

*Twenty Five Essential Commodities will be provided for concessionary prices through Lak Sathosa outlets island wide

*Rs.50 million allocated to recognized new talents in sports field and developing their talents

*Rs.50 million allocated to establish a film preserve preserving unit to preserve  award winning films of local cinema legend Sir Lester James Pieris like "Gamperaliya" and "Nidanaya"

Rs.one milion with One hundrad percent tax concession will be provided to University Graduates who will be forming new companies

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Prices Of Several Essential Commodities Reduced Through The Budget

The prices of several  commodities are being  reduced through the 2017 Annual Budget, Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake had announced  during his budget speech.

Accordingly  the price of White Sugar has been reduced by Rs.2 per Kilo Gramme,Dhal by Rs.10 per Kilo Gramme,Sprats by Rs.5 per Kilo Gramme,Green Gram by Rs/15 per Kilo Gramme,Potatoes by Rs.5 per Kilo Gramme ,Kerosene by Rs.5 per Liter and Domestic Gas Cylinder by Rs.25.

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Kegalle Provincial High Court Passed A Death Sentence To Three In A Same Family

The Kegalle Provincial High Court has today(10) passed a death sentence to three accused belonging to a same family over a murder of a person at Kalvana Area in Aranayake,Kegalle on 12th of March 2005.

Three accused received the death sentence are residents in Kalvana Area in Aranayake,Kegalle.

Health Tip

Why Eat Beets? 6 Top Reasons

Beet roots have always been included in my most recommended vegetables list, although they are in the "use sparingly" category because of their high carbohydrate levels.
Although beets have the highest sugar content of all vegetables, most people can safely eat beet roots a few times a week (and their greens in unlimited quantities), enjoying not only their sweet, earthy flavor but also their powerhouse nutrients that may improve your health in the following ways.

1. Lower Your Blood Pressure
Drinking beet juice may help to lower blood pressure in a matter of hours. One study found that drinking one glass of beet juice lowered systolic blood pressure by an average of 4-5 points.³
The benefit likely comes from the naturally occurring nitrates in beets, which are converted into nitric oxide in your body. Nitric oxide, in turn, helps to relax and dilate your blood vessels, improving blood flow and lowering blood pressure.
2. Boost Your Stamina
If you need a boost to make it through your next workout, beet juice may again prove valuable. Those who drank beet juice prior to exercise were able to exercise for up to 16 percent longer.⁴ The benefit is thought to also be related to nitrates turning into nitric oxide, which may reduce the oxygen cost of low-intensity exercise as well as enhance tolerance to high-intensity exercise.
3. Fight Inflammation
Beets are a unique source of betaine, a nutrient that helps protects cells, proteins, and enzymes from environmental stress. It's also known to help fight inflammation, protect internal organs, improve vascular risk factors, enhance performance, and likely help prevent numerous chronic diseases.⁵ As reported by the World's Healthiest Foods:⁶

"[Betaine's]… presence in our diet has been associated with lower levels of several inflammatory markers, including C reactive protein, interleukin-6, and tumor necrosis factor alpha. As a group, the anti-inflammatory molecules found in beets may eventually be shown to provide cardiovascular benefits in large-scale human studies, as well as anti-inflammatory benefits for other body systems."

4. Anti-Cancer Properties
The powerful phytonutrients that give beets their deep crimson color may help to ward off cancer. Research has shown that beetroot extract reduced multi-organ tumor formations in various animal models when administered in drinking water, for instance, while beetroot extract is also being studied for use in treating human pancreatic, breast, and prostate cancers.⁷
5. Rich in Valuable Nutrients and Fiber
Beets are high in immune-boosting vitamin C, fiber, and essential minerals like potassium (essential for healthy nerve and muscle function) and manganese (which is good for your bones, liver, kidneys, and pancreas). Beets also contain the B vitamin folate, which helps reduce the risk of birth defects.
6. Detoxification Support
The betalin pigments in beets support your body's Phase 2 detoxification process, which is when broken down toxins are bound to other molecules so they can be excreted from your body. Traditionally, beets are valued for their support in detoxification and helping to purify your blood and your liver.

Eat Your Beet Greens Too

If you simply throw away the green leafy tops to your beets, you're doing yourself a disservice, as these are among the healthiest part of the plant.
Besides containing important nutrients like protein, phosphorus, zinc, fiber, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, copper, and manganese, beet greens also supply significant amounts of vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, and iron.
Beet greens actually have even more iron than spinach (another leafy green in the same botanical family) as well as a higher nutritional value overall than the beetroot itself. For more details, read "What Are Beet Greens Good For?" You may be surprised to learn, for instance, that research shows beet greens may:

• Help ward off osteoporosis by boosting bone strength
• Fight Alzheimer's disease
• Strengthen your immune system by stimulating the production of antibodies and white blood cells

If you've never tried beet greens before, don't let them intimidate you. They can be added raw to vegetable juice or sautéed lightly right along with other greens like spinach and Swiss chard.