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Political analysts suggest a "third wave" of political power erosion has begun for the National People's Power (NPP) and government-aligned forces at the grassroots level, following the defeat of budgets in two NPP-controlled local councils yesterday (13). This comes after previous budget defeats in the Soranathota and Kolonna NPP-controlled Pradeshiya Sabhas (local councils).

SLPP MP Namal Rajapaksa announced in Parliament that the opposition parties will unite to expose the government’s deceptive programs to the country.

Former Member of Parliament Harin Fernando officially assumed duties as the Deputy General Secretary of the United National Party (UNP) yesterday (10th), marking the launch of a series of new political and organizational programs aimed at revitalizing the party and building a united opposition against the current government.

SLPP MP Namal Rajapaksa announced in Parliament that the opposition parties will unite to expose the government’s deceptive programs to the country.

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has warned that Sri Lanka's financial situation will remain precarious for the next few years, emphasizing India's continuous support as essential to mitigate the country's massive debt crisis. In an exclusive interview with Indian media network NDTV, Premadasa subtly but strongly criticized the current government's foreign policy and economic management.

A major controversy has erupted across the island following revelations that the family of Disna Niranjala, a Municipal Councilor representing the National People's Power (NPP) in Peliyagoda, maintains close family ties with Kosgoda Sujee, a notorious underworld leader and major drug trafficker hiding in Dubai. Ms. Niranjala, the wife of a principal recently arrested with a large consignment of heroin, is at the center of these accusations.