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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 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 over allegations that she obtained Rs. 10 million from a state-owned bank and committed offences under corruption laws and the Public Property Act through the alleged misuse of the funds.
Meanwhile, the court ordered the release on bail of former state bank chairman Pradeep Kariyawasam, who had also been arrested in connection with the same investigation.
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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.