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Former First Lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa has been remanded until October 13 after being produced before the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court this afternoon.
Shiranthi Rajapaksa was arrested earlier today by officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) at the Kirulapone residence where former President Mahinda Rajapaksa is currently staying.
The arrest was made.
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Former First Lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa, who is currently in remand custody, is scheduled to undergo an eye examination at the Colombo Eye Hospital today.
Prisons Spokesperson Senaka Pallethanna said arrangements had been made to take her to the hospital for the examination.
According to the spokesperson, Rajapaksa is currently in good health and is being cared for in the medical ward of the women’s detention division.
Meanwhile, Acting Commissioner General of Prisons Prasad Hemantha said several samples, including blood samples required for medical tests, were collected from Rajapaksa yesterday.
She was arrested on October 7 over allegations that she obtained Rs. 10 million from a state-owned bank and committed offences under the Public Property Act and corruption laws through the alleged misuse of the funds.
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Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) General Secretary Tilvin Silva has met with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar during his official visit to India.
In a post on X, Jaishankar said the two sides discussed ways to further strengthen the longstanding bonds of friendship between India and Sri Lanka.
He also reaffirmed that India, as a trusted partner, will continue to support Sri Lanka’s progress and prosperity.
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The Cabinet has approved a proposal to construct a new indoor stadium in Jaffna to strengthen indoor sports and improve sports infrastructure in the Northern Province.
The project, submitted by the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, carries an estimated cost of Rs. 170 million.
The facility aims to support the growth of sports such as table tennis, tennis, badminton, netball, and chess, with a special focus on schools and local sports clubs.
Officials say the initiative is part of a broader effort to revitalize sporting and recreational facilities in the region and provide better opportunities for youth engagement.