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POLITICS5d agoSri Lanka arrests ex-President Rajapaksa’s wife in graft caseSri Lanka’s former first lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa, wife of Mahinda Rajapaksa, has been arrested in a corruption case.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS6d agoFormer Sri Lankan first lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa arrested on charges of misusing donation funds and corruptionShiranthi Rajapaksa has been jailed pending investigation into alleged corruption. Authorities accuse her of misusing donation funds during her time as first lady of the island nation.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS6d agoSri Lanka’s ex-first lady arrested in charity corruption probeSri Lanka’s anti-corruption authority arrested former first lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa on Wednesday over allegations that her charity misused donations collected for a children’s hospital. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s government has revived long-dormant corruption investigations involving members of the once-powerful Rajapaksa family, which dominated Sri Lankan politics for nearly two decades. The 73-year-old wife of former president Mahinda Rajapaksa was arrested in Colombo and driven to...South China Morning Post
POLITICS6d agoSri Lanka's ex-first lady arrested over alleged misuse of children's hospital donationsThe 73-year-old has been arrested over allegations that a charity she is linked to misused donations.BBC World
POLITICSOct 5Vijay writes to Centre over arrest of fishermen by Sri LankaHe also makes a strong case for reviving the India-Sri Lanka Joint Working Group on FisheriesThe Hindu
POLITICSOct 3Sri Lanka court refuses to issue arrest warrants for two Indian directors in bribery caseThe Colombo Chief Magistrate cited a lack of evidence in a case where Opposition leader Namal Rajapaksa is already in remand custody over an alleged 2013 bribe linked to a stalled hotel projectThe Hindu
POLITICSOct 1Without supplies, Iranian oil tankers blocked off the coast of Sri LankaDepuis juillet, des dizaines de pétroliers liés à l’Iran restent bloqués dans les eaux asiatiques. Une enquête du Wall Street Journal révèle ce jeudi comment Washington dissuade désormais les entreprises sri-lankaises de leur porter assistance.Le Figaro International
POLITICSSep 28India Vote Under Suspicion – Sri Lanka GuardianAn election in India is reportedly under suspicion, according to the Sri Lanka Guardian. This highlights concerns regarding the integrity of a significant electoral process.slguardian.org · Sri Lanka
POLITICSSep 28Sri Lanka Easter Convictions Renew Questions Over Justice For Pakistan ChristiansConvictions related to Sri Lanka Easter events have led to renewed scrutiny regarding justice for Christians in Pakistan. This situation highlights ongoing concerns about human rights and religious freedom in South Asia.worthynews.com · Israel
POLITICSSep 26Sri Lankan ruling party delegation to visit India, meet BJP leadersThe Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna delegation will also interact with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha GuptaThe Hindu
POLITICSSep 25Xi Says China Great Rejuvenation and Trump MAGA Can Go Hand in Hand – Sri Lanka GuardianChinese leader Xi Jinping reportedly stated that China's "Great Rejuvenation" and Donald Trump's "MAGA" agenda could be compatible, suggesting a potential alignment or shared interests between these political ideologies. This matters for understanding future international political dynamics and potential diplomatic relations.slguardian.org · Sri Lanka
POLITICSSep 24Sri Lanka Parliament begins debate on controversial bill on judge retirement ageSri Lanka's Parliament has initiated a debate on a controversial bill concerning the retirement age of judges, indicating legislative action on a significant legal and political matter.thehindu.com · India
POLITICSSep 24Sri Lanka’s opposition protests against contentious judicial reformsSri Lanka’s main opposition took to the streets on Thursday to protest against judicial reforms, including raising the retirement age for judges, that the government says are needed to reduce legal delays. Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa told thousands of supporters outside parliament that the legislation proposed by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s left-wing administration would “annihilate” judicial independence. The government unveiled two bills last month to increase the number of...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 24French Minister Warns Le Pen Victory Could Disrupt France Internationalist Role – Sri Lanka GuardianA French Minister has warned that a victory by Marine Le Pen could negatively impact France's internationalist role. This highlights concerns about potential shifts in France's foreign policy depending on future election outcomes.slguardian.org · Sri Lanka
POLITICSSep 22Is Still Smells of Sulphur : 20 Years Since Chávez Speech at the UN – Sri Lanka GuardianAn article reflects on Hugo Chávez's "Still Smells of Sulphur" speech at the UN, 20 years later. This provides historical commentary on a significant moment in international politics.slguardian.org · Sri Lanka
POLITICSSep 22Bangladesh One - Party Warning – Sri Lanka GuardianA warning concerning a one-party situation in Bangladesh has been issued. This indicates a notable political development within Bangladesh, potentially signaling concerns about democratic governance or political stability.slguardian.org · Sri Lanka