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Got mandate to uplift country, not engage in elections – President

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2 years ago

January 4, 2023

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The United National Party (UNP) says that President Ranil Wickremesinghe has officially informed the party that he will not be involved in any activity related to the Local Government elections.

A statement from the UNP notes that the President officially communicated this to party seniors yesterday (03).

Noting that he was given a mandate not to engage in elections, but to uplift the country within two years, the President had informed the party leaders he is not prepared to violate this.

He had told them that he is only ready to chair the UNP Working Committee in keeping with tradition if the UNP wants to contest the LG polls.

He had also informed the UNP seniors that if the party decides to contest the LG polls, 40% of the candidates should be fresh faces.

The President had also noted funds have been allocated for only 4,000 elected representatives, while the rest should declare whether they will serve for free with no salary or benefits.

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Colombo Fort – KKS express to resume daily

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11 hours ago

June 14, 2025

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Sri Lanka Railways says the Colombo Fort – Kankesanthurai Express train will resume daily operations within this month.

It is operating only on weekends at the present.

SLR says that the daily operations will now commence following capacity improvements.

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Doctors say rest is crucial for children with flu symptoms

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11 hours ago

June 14, 2025

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Pediatricians have warned that children showing symptoms of influenza may suffer heart damage if they engage in sports or strenuous physical activity.

Dr. Deepal Perera, Consultant Pediatrician at Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children, has advised parents to keep children with such symptoms at home and avoid sending them to school or preschool.

He has also noted that there are rising cases of Dengue, Chikungunya and Diarrhea among children as well.

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KKS police station receives anonymous threat call

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11 hours ago

June 14, 2025

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The Kankesanthurai Police Station has reportedly received an anonymous phone call alleging that around 10 police stations in the Northern Province would come under attack.

The call was received between 1:15 p.m. and 1:20 p.m. on 11 June, police said.

Police investigations have been launched in connection with the anonymous threat.

Meanwhile, the Police Media Division stated that enhanced security measures are being implemented to ensure the safety of police stations across the Northern Province.

(adaderana.lk)

(This story, originally published by adaderana.lk has not been edited by SLM staff)