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Karu denies involvement in uniting SJB & UNP, reaffirms NMSJ commitment

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6 months ago

January 7, 2025

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Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has firmly denied any involvement in efforts to unite the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and the United National Party (UNP).

Jayasuriya has stated that he will not get involved in power politics, reiterating his exclusive commitment to the National Movement for Social Justice (NMSJ) and its mission to foster a fair and progressive Sri Lankan society.

In a statement issued by NMSJ General Secretary Sunil Jayasekara, Jayasuriya has clarified his position following media reports suggesting an initiative by a group of Parliamentarians to enlist his support in unifying the SJB and UNP.

Dismissing these claims, Jayasuriya emphasised that he has no intention of becoming a participant or supporter of any political camp. “My dedication lies solely in advancing the public good and societal well-being. As a citizen who loves and respects my country, I will continue to dedicate my life to these causes,” he stated.

(dailynews.lk)

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3 including Consultant neurosurgeon, further remanded

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2 minutes ago

June 24, 2025

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The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (June 24) rejected the bail applications of 03 suspects, including Dr. Maheshi Wijeratne – a consultant neurosurgeon attached to the Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital, who were who were arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).

Accordingly, Colombo Chief Magistrate – Thanuja Lakmali ordered that the suspects be further remanded until July 08.

The three suspects were arrested on June 17 in connection with the alleged sale of medicines at higher prices through a third party.

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Colombo Central Bus Stand to be upgraded

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1 hour ago

June 24, 2025

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In line with the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme, the government plans to upgrade the Colombo Central Bus Stand within the next year.

In line with the same initiative, 50 major bus stands nationwide are scheduled for renovation, with assistance from the Sri Lanka Air Force.

The renovation of the Colombo Central Bus Stand will include the refurbishment of key facilities such as the canteen, rest area, ticket counters, administrative unit, operations room and driver quarters.

Established in 1964, the Colombo Central Bus Stand spans 1.42 hectares and currently handles between 1,500 to 2,000 buses daily.

These details were revealed during a discussion held yesterday (June 23) at the Presidential Secretariat on the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme.

The meeting was attended by Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation Bimal Rathnayake, Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, Air Vice Marshal (Retired) Sampath Thuyacontha, Secretary of Defence, Senior Officers of the Sri Lanka Air Force and other government officials.

(President’s Media Division)

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Oil prices plunge as Trump announces ceasefire

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1 hour ago

June 24, 2025

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Oil prices fell sharply to their lowest in more than a week on Tuesday as U.S. President Donald Trump said a ceasefire has been agreed between Iran and Israel, alleviating worries of supply disruptions in the Middle East – a major oil-producing region.
Brent crude futures were down $2.08, or 2.9%, at $69.40 a barrel around 0330 GMT, after earlier tumbling more than 4% and touching its lowest level since June 11.

U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude declined $2.03, or 3.0%, to $66.48 per barrel, having dived 6% to its weakest level since June 9 earlier in the session.