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Conflicts in DSI Board of Directors intensify

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The Board of Directors of DSI Samson Group is embroiled in an intensified conflict, it is learnt.

The company, which is one of the largest private companies in the country, has about 30 subsidiaries. The conflicts had begun following a proposal made by a former managing director to evenly distribute the shares of the company among the family members.

The former managing director has submitted the proposal to the Board of Directors in the first week of April this year.

It was reported that some of the most profitable subsidiaries of this company are being operated by the sons of this managing director.

DSI Samson Group Managing Director Kasun Rajapaka and the other Directors including Thusitha Rajapaksa, Asanka Rajapaksa, Rohan Somawansa, Bhathiya Amarakone and Nelani Rajapaksa have been accused of being behind this conflict.

It was also reported that the actions of Varuni De Silva, the company secretary, have further aggravated this conflict.

Even though the company secretary should act impartially, it was said that Varuni is being biased.

Meanwhile, one of the Directors, Sajith Rajapaksa, was remanded in custody in connection with a shooting incident. It was revealed in the court that the other directors had allegedly conspired to remove him from the positions he held in the board.

The board of directors has removed Sajith from the position of managing director of three companies of DSI Samson group and from the position of director of other five companies. After he presented facts in the court, the court issued an order to reinstate him.

However, it was reported that Managing Directors Kasun Rajapaksa and Thusita Rajapaksa and the board of directors have been sued in several courts over these conflicts.

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Legendary actress Malani Fonseka passes away

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Veteran Actress Malini Fonseka, widely revered as the “Queen of Sri Lankan Cinema,” passed away this morning (May 24) at the age of 78 while receiving treatment at a private hospital in Colombo.

Born on April 30, 1947, in Kelaniya as Wanni Arachchige Malani Senehelatha Fonseka, she later rose to fame in Sri Lankan cinema under the name Malani Fonseka.

Fonseka began her acting career on stage in 1963 and made her cinematic debut in 1968 with the film Punchi Baba.

She won the Most Popular Actress award in 1973 and has received numerous accolades, including the President’s Award, Sarasavi Award, OCIC Award, and Sumathi Award, with several honors for Best Actress.

Plays such as Nidhanaya, Bambaru Awitha, Wekande Walawwa, Aradhana, and Ammawarune are regarded as outstanding works that showcased the acting talents of Malani Fonseka.

Beyond her artistic achievements, she entered politics in 2010 and served as a National List Member of Parliament until 2015.

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12-hr water cut in several areas of Colombo

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The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced a 12-hour water cut from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday (May 25) in several areas, including Colombo, due to essential maintenance work at the Ambatale Water Treatment Plant.

Due to this, the public is urged to make prior arrangements and store an adequate supply of water to avoid inconvenience during the period of the suspension.

Accordingly, the water cut will affect the following areas:

  • Colombo 01 to Colombo 15
  • Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
  • Kaduwela
  • Battaramulla
  • Kolonnawa
  • Kotikawatta
  • Mulleriyawa
  • IDH (Infectious Diseases Hospital) area
  • Maharagama
  • Dehiwala
  • Mount Lavinia
  • Ratmalana and Moratuwa

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Investigations underway to arrest 20 criminals hiding overseas

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The Ministry of Public Security states that investigations are underway to arrest 20 members of major organized crime gangs currently hiding overseas.

Minister Ananda Wijepala stated that Interpol has already issued red notices for their arrest and that the countries where these criminals are hiding have been identified.

He added that investigations into the group have been expanded in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Since the new government came to power, 11 members of organized crime gangs hiding abroad have been brought back to the island and produced before courts.

Meanwhile, operations to arrest members of organized crime gangs involved in various criminal activities, including murder and drug trafficking, within the country are also ongoing.

The Minister added that the Police Special Task Force and the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) are jointly conducting investigations into the allegations against them.

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