Govt. lacks courage to probe Ranil’s major crimes: Janabalaya Movement

25 Aug 2025

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The Janabalaya Movement today said that although there are serious grounds on which former President Ranil Wickremesinghe could have been arrested, the incumbent government lacks the courage to investigate into his alleged major crimes, let alone charge him over a minor offense such as misappropriation of public funds.

Govt. moving like a tortoise on corruption allegations on its own MPs - Cassilingam

25 Aug 2025

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A government cannot claim the “law is equal to all” when it chases the opposition with urgency, yet moves like a tortoise when its own ministers face serious corruption allegations, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Politburo member Geethanath Cassilingham said.

35 youth from NYSC to participate in exchange programmes in India and Bangladesh

25 Aug 2025

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The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced that 35 youth from the National Youth Services Council (NYSC) have been selected to participate in youth exchange programmes in India and Bangladesh.

SJB youth members and council members rally in Colombo to support democracy ahead of Ranil’s case: Chamith Wijesundera

25 Aug 2025

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As former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe prepares for a critical court hearing tomorrow, youth members and newly appointed council members of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) are mobilizing in Colombo to express their support for democratic principles and the rule of law.

Police protection for Sudatta Thilakasiri withdrawn

25 Aug 2025

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Police protection provided to social activist and YouTuber Sudatta Thilakasiri has reportedly been withdrawn.

Democratic Party raises concern over arrest of Ranil Wickremesinghe

25 Aug 2025

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The Democratic Party has expressed deep concern over the arrest of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, warning that it signals a dangerous trend of “vindictive and destructive politics” in Sri Lanka.

CID complaint over reports of assassinating Ranil in hospital

25 Aug 2025

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The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) has received a complaint regarding a social media message calling for the assassination of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Western Province Governor denies reports of leaving Government

25 Aug 2025

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Western Province Governor Hanif Yusoof has dismissed claims that he intends to leave the government, describing the reports as “baseless and untrue.”

Did Harini visit Ranil at hospital? PM’s office clarifies

25 Aug 2025

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The Prime Minister’s Office today issued a clarification regarding media reports claiming that Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya visited former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe at the Colombo National Hospital last night

BOI inks USD 171Mn CEAT investment deal

25 Aug 2025

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The Board of Investment (BOI) has inked an agreement with CEAT OHT Lanka (Private) Limited to formalise a USD 171 million investment, one of the largest recent inflows from India into Sri Lanka’s manufacturing and export sector.

’’Partnership between the US and India to counter China should be a no-brainer’’: Nikki Haley

25 Aug 2025

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Former US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley on Friday emphasised the importance of rebuilding the US-India relationship to counter China, saying, ’Unlike Communist China, the rise of a democratic India does not threaten the free world.’

Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka begins 4-day India visit to boost bilateral ties

25 Aug 2025

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Prime Minister of the Republic of Fiji Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka arrived in New Delhi on Sunday for a four-day visit, accompanied by his spouse, Suluweti Rabuka.

Zelenskyy thanks Sri Lankan President

25 Aug 2025

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has extended his heartfelt gratitude to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake for his warm wishes on the occasion of Ukraine’s Independence Day.

Nigeria deports Chinese scammers in crackdown on ’foreign-led’ cyber crime

25 Aug 2025

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Nigeria has deported dozens of foreigners, including 50 Chinese nationals, in a major crackdown over the last week on one of the ’’largest foreign-led cybercrime syndicates’’, the country’s anti-graft agency has said.

Erik Solheim urges immediate release of Ranil Wickremesinghe

24 Aug 2025

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Former Norwegian peace envoy to Sri Lanka, Erik Solheim, has called for the urgent release of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, citing concerns over his health while in detention.

Postal and GMOA strikes called off

24 Aug 2025

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The Postal Department trade unions and the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) have decided to call off their planned strike following discussions with Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa.

’If you wound a snake and don’t kill it, it will strike back’ - FLSP comments on Ranil’s arrest

24 Aug 2025

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Referring to the arrest and remanding of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe , the Frontline Socialist Party (FLSP) said, ’’If you wound a snake and don’t kill it, it will strike back.’’

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National Hospital treating Ranil Wickremesinghe under close watch: Rukshan Bellana

24 Aug 2025

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Colombo National Hospital Deputy Director Dr. Rukshan Bellana said that former President Ranil Wickremesinghe who was admitted to the National Hospital, is receiving treatment under strict medical supervision.

“Anyone can make predictions”, Nalinda on YouTuber’s comment on Ranil

24 Aug 2025

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Minister and Cabinet Spokesman Nalinda Jayatissa dismissed concerns over a YouTuber’s prediction about the arrest of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, saying that “anyone can make predictions” and such remarks do not imply government interference.

MP Shashi Tharoor raises concern over Ranil’s health in custody

24 Aug 2025

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Indian Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has raised concern over the detention of former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe, cautioning against what he described as “the politics of vengeance.”