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Removing Deshabandu : Resolution to appoint Committee passed in Parliament

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2 months ago

April 8, 2025

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The Notice of Resolution to appoint a Committee of Inquiry to remove Inspector General of Police T. M. W. Deshabandhu Tennakoon from his post was passed in Parliament today (April 08).

The division on this Notice of Resolution was held at 5.45 pm today where 151 votes were cast in favor and no votes were received against it.

The resolution to appoint a Committee of Inquiry to remove IGP T. M. W. Deshabandhu Tennakoon from his post, signed by 115 MPs representing the ruling party, was handed over to the Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne on 25th of March 2025.

Proceeds of Crime Bill also passed
Meanwhile, the second reading debate on the Proceeds of Crime Bill was also held today. After the second reading debate, the bill was considered in committee stage and the bill was then passed in Parliament today without amendments and without a division following the third reading.

This bill was presented to Parliament on 1st of March 2025.

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COVID subvariants spreading in Asia detected in Sri Lanka

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9 hours ago

May 31, 2025

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The Medical Research Institute of Sri Lanka has confirmed that the COVID-19 variant currently spreading in the Asian region has also been identified in the country.

Dr. Jude Jayamaha, a specialist in viral diseases at the Medical Research Institute, stated that patients infected with the Omicron subvariants LF.7 and XFG are being reported locally.

Dr. Jayamaha explained that this finding was confirmed through research conducted on biological samples collected from several hospitals across the island.

However, he emphasized that there is no need for undue fear regarding these COVID-19 variants.

Health authorities have also stressed the importance of vulnerable groups—such as pregnant mothers, the elderly, and those with chronic illnesses—following health guidelines, including wearing face masks and avoiding crowded places.

Dr. Jayamaha reiterated that new COVID-19 variants emerge periodically, and health authorities are continuously monitoring the situation, so the public should remain calm.

(newswire.lk)

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

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Anudi misses out from Miss World Quarter-Finals

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9 hours ago

May 31, 2025

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The Miss World organization has announced its quarter-finalists, selecting 40 contestants from across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

Sri Lanka’s Anudi Gunasekara, was not selected in the top 40, despite being recognized for her impressive performances in the Multimedia and Head-to-Head challenges.

The top 40 consisted of 10 contestants each from Asia & Oceania, Europe, Africa and the Americas.