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Kasturi Chellaraja resigns as Hemas Holdings Group CEO

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Hemas Holdings, a leading conglomerate, today announced the resignation of Kasturi Chellaraja, the Group CEO, effective March 30, 2024.

Ms. Chellaraja, has served as the Group’s Chief Executive Officer since 2020 and played a pivotal role in Hemas’ growth and success during her tenure.

Kasturi Chellaraja’s contributions have significantly contributed to the transformation of Hemas into a purpose-led organization that has strengthened its market positions in the Consumer, Healthcare, and Mobility sectors over the last three years.

The decision to resign was driven by Kasturi’s desire to explore new opportunities for growth while continuing to contribute to Sri Lanka. Kasturi has embarked on a new chapter in her career by accepting a prestigious position with a renowned global corporation with diverse business interests. In this new role she will spearhead the global organisation’s expansion efforts throughout the Asia-Pacific region.

Kasturi will however continue to serve on the Hemas Holdings Board as a Non-Executive Director, and she expressed deep gratitude for the support of the board, colleagues, and employees during her time at Hemas.

Hemas Holdings’ Board of Directors has initiated a comprehensive search for a new CEO to lead the company into its next phase of growth. The current management team and executive leadership will ensure stability and continuity in day-to-day operations during this transition period.

Hussein Esufally, Chairman, Hemas Holdings, expressed his gratitude for Kasturi’s contributions and acknowledged and respected her decision to step down. He emphasized that the Board is committed to ensuring a smooth handover and continuing Hemas’ growth trajectory.

Hemas Holdings remains steadfast in its purpose to empower families and aspire for a better tomorrow. The company will provide updates as the CEO search progresses.

(dailymirror.lk)

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Former Eastern Provincial Council member arrested

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Ampara District Organizer of the Tamil Makkal Viduthalai Pulikal party and former member of the Eastern Provincial Council K. Pushpakumar alias Iniya Bharathi has been arrested.

He was arrested over the abduction and disappearance of the former Vice Chancellor of the Eastern University Prof. Subramaniyam Ravindranath.

Sivanathurai Chandrakanthan, alias Pillayan, the leader of the Tamil Makkal Viduthalai Pulikal (TMVP) and former State Minister, was arrested by the Colombo Criminal Investigation Department at his office in Batticaloa on April 8, over this incident.

He was later detained for 3 months under the Prevention of Terrorism Act.

Iniya Bharathi, also known as Kumaraswamy Pushpakumar, was arrested based on information revealed during the interrogation of Pillayan.

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e-Revenue Licence system down due to technical glitch, ICTA says

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The Information and Communication Technology Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA) said the electronic Revenue Licence system (eRL 2.0) is currently unavailable due to a critical technical infrastructure issue.

According to the ICTA, the disruption began on July 3, 2025, and has made vehicle revenue licence issuing services inaccessible.

The unavailability is expected to continue until July 9, 2025.

The ICTA expressed regret for the inconvenience caused to the public and assured that technical teams are working urgently to resolve the issue.

The agency also said that further updates will be shared as work progresses, with an official notice to be issued once services are restored.

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Three injured in Kosgama shooting, including 12-year-old girl

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Three people, including a 12-year-old girl, were injured in a shooting incident at Suduwella, Kosgama, early this morning (6), police said.

They said the victims were travelling in a three-wheeler when two individuals on a motorcycle opened fire using a pistol-type weapon.

The injured include a 30-year-old woman and her 12-year-old daughter, both residents of Avissawella, as well as a 44-year-old man.

All three have been admitted to Avissawella Hospital for treatment.

Police said the motive for the attack and the identities of the suspects have not yet been established.

Kosgama Police are conducting further investigations into the incident.

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