US eager to work with elected president – Julie Chung

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4 months ago

September 15, 2024

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US Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Julie Chung, expressed her eagerness to work closely with the president elected by the Sri Lankan people.

In a post on X, she highlighted the importance of ensuring a free and fair election, calling it a critical step for democracy in Sri Lanka.

On this International Day of Democracy, we celebrate the principles of any strong and stable democracy, like accountability, human rights, justice, and ensuring that every individual has a say in shaping their future through elections. No process is more essential to Sri Lanka’s…
— Ambassador Julie Chung (@USAmbSL) September 15, 2024

Chamari included in ICC women’s ODI team of 2024

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1 hour ago

January 24, 2025

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Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu has been included in the ICC women’s ODI team of 2024.

The full team is as follows :

4 SL players in ICC men’s ODI team of 2024

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2 hours ago

January 24, 2025

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Four Sri Lankan players have been included in the ICC men’s ODI team of 2024.

Sri Lankan players Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka and Wanindu Hasaranga have been named in this manner.

Also, Charith Asalanka has been named as the captain while Kusal Mendis has been named as the wicket keeper of the team.

The full team is as follows :

2 including Salochana Gamage granted bail

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3 hours ago

January 24, 2025

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Two persons including former Western Provincial Councillor – Salochana Gamage, who were arrested while allegedly accepting a bribe, have been granted bail by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (24).

Each suspect was granted bail, subject to a cash bail of Rs. 25,000, two sureties of Rs. 500,000 each, and an overseas travel ban.

Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali also ordered that the guarantors must be close relatives of the two suspects.