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Election Commission like a ‘Kopi Kade’ (Video)

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4 months ago

August 15, 2024

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National Democratic Front’s presidential candidate Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe has likened the situation at the Election Commission this morning (Aug. 15) to a ‘Kopi Kade’ in a village.

The MP criticized the Election Commission for failing to maintain discipline during the process of handing over nomination papers earlier today .

“Previously, the Election Commission maintained discipline and dignity similar to that of a court. This time, however, it resembled ‘Kopi Kade’ in a village where various cliques had formed,” he said, speaking to media after handing over his nomination papers.

Rajapakshe urged the Election Commission to maintain discipline among candidates to set an example to the public.

When asked about reports whether former President – Maithripala Sirisena, (who had initially seem to endorse Rajapakshe), was now backing Sajith Premadasa, Rajapakshe said that it would be good if it happened so.

(Video : VoiceTube)

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Vote on Account for first four months of 2025 passed in Parliament

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2 hours ago

December 7, 2024

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The resolution for the Vote on Account, ensuring government operations and debt servicing for the initial four months of 2025, was passed in Parliament yesterday (6) without a vote.

The debate on the resolution, initially presented on 3 December, spanned two days.

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US delegation discusses economic and governance reforms with foreign minister

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December 7, 2024

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A U.S. delegation led by Assistant Secretary Donald Lu met with Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath to congratulate Sri Lanka’s new administration. Discussions focused on shared priorities, including economic and governance reforms, with plans for tailored programs, capacity-building, and technical assistance to benefit the Sri Lankan people.

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CAA seizes bottled water stock in Hemmatagama over violations

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1 day ago

December 6, 2024

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The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) raided a factory in Hemmatagama, Mawanella, seizing over 3,000 bottles of drinking water prepared for distribution.

Investigations revealed that the factory’s Health Ministry registration certificate had expired and was obtained using false information. The seized stock included bottles of varying sizes from 500 ml to 19 liters.

The CAA emphasized that falsely claiming standards or endorsements violates the CAA Act, and legal action will be taken against the violators. Regular raids are conducted to prevent consumer deception.