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UK Media Regulatory Office probes Channel 4 video

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2 years ago

September 11, 2023

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The British Electronic Media Regulatory Office has launched an investigation into the ‘Channel 4 video’ based on a complaint made by the head of State Intelligence, Major General Suresh Sallay, ‘Ada Derana’ reported.

Channel 4 recently released a video regarding the Easter Sunday terror attack, in which Major General Sallay was also accused.

Mr. Sallay has informed the British Electronic Media Regulatory Office that Channel 4 has deliberately broadcasted this video clip to defame him, even though he had previously given proper answers to the allegations with evidence.

Pasan Weerasinghe, the lawyer of Mr. Sallay, said the British Electronic Media Regulatory Office has informed that investigations have been launched regarding the relevant video.

According to Ada Derana, Mr. Weerasinghe has said that before releasing the video clip, Channel 4 had inquired about the allegations from Mr. Sallay on August 7.

Mr. Weerasinghe further stated that Mr. Sallay had told in writing to the channel the very next day that he denies all the allegations and that he was not even in Sri Lanka during the alleged period.

The video also accused Gotabaya Rajapaksa of carrying out the Easter attack paving way for him to become the President.

However, it is an open secret that Derana and its head Dilith Jayaweera contributed immensely to bring Gotabaya Rajapaksa to power.

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Police media spokesman resigns

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2 hours ago

March 20, 2025

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The Sri Lanka Police Media Spokesman SSP Buddhika Manatunga has tendered his resignation from the position.

According to reports, he has handed over his letter of resignation to the Acting IGP Priyantha Weerasooriya.

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Speaker endorses certificate on Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill

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2 hours ago

March 20, 2025

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Hon. Speaker of Parliament endorses the certificate on the Bill

The Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill was passed without amendments in Parliament today (20).

The debate on the Second Reading of this Bill was held today from 5:40 PM to 7:10 PM. Subsequently, following the consideration of the Bill at the Committee Stage, the Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill was passed in Parliament.

The Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill was presented to Parliament for its First Reading on 01.03.2025.

Furthermore, Speaker, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne endorsed the certificate on Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill today (20), in accordance with Article 79 of the Constitution.

Accordingly, this Bill will be enforced as the Inland Revenue (Amendment) Act No. 02 of 2025.

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Japan provides fire trucks to Sri Lanka

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3 hours ago

March 20, 2025

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The Government of Japan, through a grant assistance of JPY 300 million, has decided to provide state-of-the-art Japanese fire trucks to the Government of Sri Lanka to strengthen disaster response capabilities in the country’s Export Processing Zones (EPZs), ensuring a safer business environment and contributing to economic and social stability.

Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka – Mr. Akio Isomata SOMATA and Secretary of the Finance Ministry – Mr. K. M. M. Siriwardana, today (March 20) signed and exchanged notes in Colombo on this grant assistance.

The EPZs play a crucial role in Sri Lanka’s economy by attracting investment and driving industrial growth.

The increasing risks of fire hazards and other emergencies risk hampering its critical functions.

The Japanese fire trucks, equipped with cutting-edge technology, will bolster the capacity of EPZs, safeguarding businesses, workers, and communities.

The project also underscores Japan’s unwavering commitment to addressing Sri Lanka’s socio-economic challenges and promoting sustainable development.