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Three Sri Lankans recognized in UK’s New Year Honours list 2024

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Jan 10 – In the recently published New Year Honours List 2024 by the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet in the UK, three outstanding Sri Lankans have been recognized for their remarkable contributions.

Dr Anne Doloras Perera, based in St Johns, Auckland, has been acknowledged for her exceptional services to food science, nutrition, and the community. Expressing humility and honor, Dr. Perera, a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, reflects on her 40-plus years of professional and community work in her adopted home.

Athula Cuda Bandara Wanasinghe, JP, receives The Queen’s Service Medal for his notable contributions to the Sri Lankan community and cricket. His recognition highlights his significant impact on both community service and the world of cricket.

Recognized for services to the Sri Lankan community, Mr. Sadun Kithulagoda from Wellington has played a pivotal role in shaping the expatriate community for over two decades. As a key figure in various organizations, including the United Sri Lanka Association and the Sri Lankan Dance Academy, Kithulagoda has been instrumental in fostering cultural connections and supporting community events.

In response to the honor, Mr. Kithulagoda emphasizes that the award is not just a personal achievement but a symbolic recognition for everyone who has been part of his journey.

The New Year Honours List for 2024 recognises the achievements and service of extraordinary people across the UK.

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Japan grants US$ 2.5 mn. to SL to strengthen anti-corruption mechanisms

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The Government of Japan has granted USD 2.5 million to Sri Lanka to strengthen anti-corruption mechanisms under a 3-year project for Promoting Prosecution of Corrupt Practices through the Establishment of Anti-corruption Mechanism.

Japanese ambassador in Sri Lanka – Mr. Akio Isomata and UNDP resident representative in Sri Lanka – Ms. Azusa Kubota, in the presence of Justice Minister – Harshana Nanayakkara, launched ‘The Project for Promoting Prosecution of Corrupt Practices through the Establishment of Anti-Corruption Mechanism’

The three year initiative is supported by the Government of Japan and implemented by the UNDP Sri Lanka, working in close collaboration with the (CIABOC) and the Ministry of Justice.

The project aims to promote transparency, accountability and integrity in governance and business practices through effective and institutionalised preventive mechanisms in the public and investment promotion sectors, strengthen institutions to enhance corruption related investigative processes, improve coordination with stakeholders and ensure quality of prosecutions, empower citizens to effectively mobilise against corruption and enhance social accountability.

The project also seeks to engage and empower youth, children and journalists to actively contribute to the fight against corruption and promote a culture of integrity.

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3 ex-DMT officials including ex-commissioner, remanded

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Former Commissioner General Nishantha Weerasingha and two other former officials of the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) have been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).

The arrests were made as part of an investigation into vehicles that were illegally registered with the Department of Motor Traffic without receiving proper clearance from Sri Lanka Customs, CIABOC said in a statement.

According to CIABOC, former Commissioner General Nishantha Weerasinghe has been arrested for granting approval to issue a number plate for a jeep.

Additionally, a former Assistant Director of Information Technology at the department and a clerk have also been taken into custody for facilitating the illegal data entry and executing it.

The suspects were produced before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court and were ordered to be remanded until July 08.

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Ex-Immigration Controller pleads guilty

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Controller of Immigration and Emigration – Harsha Illukpitiya, today (July 01) unconditionally pleaded guilty before the Supreme Court in a case related to contempt of court.

The charge stemmed from his failure to comply with a court order related to the e-visa issuance process.

 The Supreme Court announced that sentencing will take place on July 24.

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