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NPP Claims Batticaloa Commission Report Cannot Remove Ranil’s Civic Rights

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NPP Claims Batticaloa Commission Report Cannot Remove Ranil’s Civic Rights

Colombo District Parliamentarian Lakshman Nippunarachchi of the National People’s Power states that the Batticaloa Commission report cannot revoke Ranil Wickremesinghe’s civic rights.

He said the commission was established under the 1948 Act, and commissions set up under that act cannot revoke civic rights. He added that if the commission had been established under the 1978 Act, civic rights could have been revoked with a 2/3 majority in Parliament.

Nippunarachchi expressed these views while participating in the “Aluth Parlimenthuwa” program on Derana TV.

Meanwhile, Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong hosted a dinner in Colombo for former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, wishing him a happy birthday. Former First Lady Professor Maithree Wickremesinghe also attended the event. Ranil Wickremesinghe’s birthday falls tomorrow (24th).

Sri Lanka’s National TV Channel Airs Chairman’s Mother’s Funeral, Sparking Debate

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Sri Lanka’s National TV Channel Airs Chairman’s Mother’s Funeral, Sparking Debate

The Sunday Times reports that Sri Lanka’s national television channel allocated over a minute of its main news broadcast to cover the passing of the mother of its chairman, Gihan de Silva.

The coverage included footage of the body at a private funeral parlor, the procession to the cemetery, and the final rites, all accompanied by somber music. The paper questions the relevance of this news to the general public, as opposed to the chairman, his family, and other close associates.

Maithripala Sirisena Claims to be the Most Sued Person in the World

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Maithripala Sirisena Claims to be the Most Sued Person in the World

Former President Maithripala Sirisena stated that approximately 400 cases have been filed against him, despite him not filing any cases against others. He claims to be the person with the highest number of lawsuits in the world.

In an interview with the Deshaya newspaper, he expressed that he will not live forever and that these cases will also end on the day he dies.

Furthermore, Sirisena said that his political philosophy has been “shot and killed” by a group of people, similar to the assassinations of political philosophers like Mahatma Gandhi, Abraham Lincoln, and Bandaranaike.

Deshabandu Tennakoon Remains Official Police Chief Despite Imprisonment

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Deshabandu Tennakoon Remains Official Police Chief Despite Imprisonment

Police Headquarters sources have revealed that Deshabandu Tennakoon, who is currently under a work ban and has been remanded to custody on criminal charges, still officially holds the position of Inspector General of Police.

Although his duties were previously suspended by a court order due to a case related to his appointment as IGP, the Matara Magistrate recently ordered his remand on criminal charges.

While Priyantha Weerasooriya is serving as the Acting Inspector General of Police, Police Headquarters sources emphasize that Tennakoon remains the official IGP. They point out that a motion passed by a simple majority in Parliament is required to officially remove the IGP from his position.

Sri Lanka’s Export Sector to be Affected by US President Trump’s Proposed Reciprocal Tax

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Sri Lanka’s Export Sector to be Affected by US President Trump’s Proposed Reciprocal Tax

Sri Lanka’s export sector, including the apparel industry, is expected to be significantly affected by the proposed reciprocal tax law to be introduced by US President Donald Trump. The new tax policy is scheduled to be implemented from April.

The policy aims to address the trade imbalance between the US and Sri Lanka. The US reportedly purchases goods worth US$ 3 billion annually from Sri Lanka, whereas Sri Lanka only purchases goods worth US$ 600 million from the US.

This imbalance causes the US to incur an annual trade deficit of over US$ 2 billion. To recover this loss, the US intends to raise tax rates on goods and services imported from Sri Lanka, according to diplomatic sources.

The new tax will affect many countries around the world, including Sri Lanka. The Trump administration has also decided to treat the Value Added Tax (VAT) on goods and services as a tariff.

Large-Scale Illegal Liquor Operation Raided in Dambulla

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Large-Scale Illegal Liquor Operation Raided in Dambulla

Based on a tip-off received by the Dambulla Police, a large-scale illegal liquor operation was raided in a two-story house located in the D4 Ela Atupara area of Dambulla. Approximately 800,000 milliliters of goda, and 20 bottles containing 15,000 milliliters of kasippu, along with equipment including one can, two coils, and four barrels, were seized by the Dambulla Police.

The owner of this illegal liquor operation is a candidate contesting in the upcoming Dambulla Municipal Council election. It is believed that he has been running this operation discreetly for an extended period. The owner fled during the raid, and it was revealed that he was representing the National People’s Power (NPP) team of 24 members in the Dambulla Municipal Council. His wife was arrested and released on police bail and has been notified to appear before the court on the upcoming Wednesday.

Altercation at Nightclub Involving Yoshitha Rajapaksa

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Altercation at Nightclub Involving Yoshitha Rajapaksa

An altercation occurred at a nightclub on Udyana Road, Colombo 02, when Yoshitha Rajapaksa, son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, and his wife visited the establishment.

They were accompanied by a group of eight individuals, one of whom did not have the required wristband to enter the club. A security officer inquired about the wristband, leading to a verbal dispute, during which the eight individuals assaulted the security officer.

By that time, Yoshitha Rajapaksa and his wife had left the scene. The owner of the nightclub filed a complaint with the police, who conducted an on-site investigation. The injured security officer was hospitalized and received treatment.

Yoshitha Rajapaksa is currently out on bail, facing charges in an ongoing court case related to money laundering.

Vedda Chief Files Complaint Against Comedians Over Offensive YouTube Video

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Vedda Chief Files Complaint Against Comedians Over Offensive YouTube Video

Vedda Chief Uruwarige Wannila Aththo has taken legal action against comedians Gehan Blok and Dino Corera, filing a formal complaint with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). The complaint centers on a YouTube video created by the comedians, which Aththo alleges misrepresents and mocks the Indigenous Vedda community.

Earlier this week, the Vedda leader publicly condemned the video, stating that it distorts the Vedda language and traditions for commercial gain. He also claims that his attempts to contact Blok and Corera and request the video’s removal have been ignored.

BYD’s New Energy Vehicles Arrive in Sri Lanka, Ushering in a New Era of Sustainable Mobility

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BYD’s New Energy Vehicles Arrive in Sri Lanka, Ushering in a New Era of Sustainable Mobility

The first shipment of BYD’s New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) has arrived at Hambantota Port, marking a significant milestone for Sri Lanka’s automotive industry. This historic event, facilitated by John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto), the authorized distributor for BYD vehicles in Sri Lanka, introduces a new era of sustainable mobility and innovation to the country.

The shipment includes popular BYD models like the SEALION 6, ATTO 3, and DOLPHIN, which have been eagerly awaited by Sri Lankan auto enthusiasts. This marks BYD’s re-entry into the Sri Lankan market after over five years of import restrictions.

“Our partnership with BYD highlights our commitment to driving a green mobility revolution that will help build Sri Lanka’s dream of an empowered, cleaner, more sustainable nation,” said Charith Panditharatne, General Manager of John Keells CG Auto. “We are proud to be the first to bring these brand-new BYDs to Sri Lanka following the removal of import restrictions.”

JKCG Auto plans to deliver the vehicles to customers in the coming weeks and is poised to meet the expectations of an increasingly eco-conscious customer base. With additional shipments underway, the company is set to strengthen its position as a leader in Sri Lanka’s green mobility revolution.

Former Tamil Militant Leaders Unite for Local Government Elections

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Former Tamil Militant Leaders Unite for Local Government Elections

In a surprising turn of events, former Tamil militant leaders and one-time rivals, Karuna Amman and Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan, also known as Pillayan, have announced a joint effort to contest the upcoming Local Government Elections.

Addressing a joint media conference on Saturday, Pillayan stated that they had resolved their past differences to work together for the betterment of the North and East. He acknowledged the role of Karuna Amman in forming the Tamil Makkal Viduthalai Pullikal (TMVP) to fight against the LTTE, and admitted to subsequent disagreements following the LTTE’s defeat.

Karuna Amman reciprocated the goodwill by praising Pillayan’s performance as the former Chief Minister of the Eastern Province, claiming that he had accomplished more for the people than C.V. Wigneswaran did as the Chief Minister of the Northern Province.

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