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Who is ‘Abuhid’?, questions NPP

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10 months ago

April 18, 2024

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No investigation has been done on the individual named ‘Abuhid’ who has been linked to the Easter Sunday bombings, Upul Kumarapperuma P.C. has said.

Speaking at a media briefing held by the National People’s Power (NPP) yesterday (April 17), he said that it is yet to be ascertained whether this individual is an ISIS member, a foreigner, a local or whether this name is real, fake or an alias.

The name had come into light before the Presidential Commission of Inquiry appointed on the bombings and is said to have functioned above the group of bombers including Zahran.

Speaking further, Mr. Kumarapperuma said that the creation of the suicide squad that committed the bombings, was a brainwashing that had continued for several years.

He pointed out that training such a squad was not easy as following a cookery video on Youtube.

“Soon after the attacks, the then Inspector General of Police – Pujitha Jayasundara and Defence Ministry secretary – Hemasiri Fernando were acquitted. In addition, a special criminal case is still being heard before three High Court judges. Apart from that, no other criminal case has been filed so far,” he added.

The NPP has pledged that proper legal action will be instituted under their administration against those implicated, either directly or indirectly, in the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks.

In a statement, the NPP highlighted that the government has an obligation towards the victims of this heinous act while raising questions as to whether this has been properly fulfilled.

The party also presented a 7-point action plan that it intends to implement under a future NPP government to serve justice to the Easter attack victims.

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Indian High Commissioner meets Defence Secretary

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18 minutes ago

February 8, 2025

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The Indian High Commissioner in Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha met the Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) at the Defence Ministry yesterday (07).

The discussions focused on strengthening the longstanding defence cooperation between India and Sri Lanka, underscoring the deep-rooted bilateral ties between the two nations.

They exchanged views on regional security and maritime cooperation aimed at enhancing defence collaboration.

The Indian High Commissioner emphasized India’s unwavering support for Sri Lanka in defence and security matters, particularly in counter-terrorism, maritime security and disaster response.

The Defence Secretary expressed appreciation for India’s continued assistance and acknowledged the significant role of defence partnerships in ensuring stability and security in the region.

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Security enhanced around Krrish Building after fire incidents

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37 minutes ago

February 8, 2025

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The Ministry of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs says security measures have been reinforced around the Colombo Fort Krrish Building following two recent fire incidents.

Minister Ananda Wijepala confirmed that nearly 20 police officers have been deployed for the security of the area.

A report from the Government Analyst regarding the fires is expected soon.

Fires were reported over the past two days, at the Krrish Building, which is currently under construction.

A fire erupted on the 24th floor yesterday and was extinguished with the help of six fire trucks.

A fire broke out on the 35th floor the day before and spread to the 34th floor, prompting a multi-hour firefighting operation.

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Senior DIG Waruna Jayasundara transferred

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45 minutes ago

February 8, 2025

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Senior DIG Attorney-at-Law Waruna Jayasundara, who served as the Commandant of the Police Special Task Force (STF), along with several other high-ranking police officers, have been transferred.

The transfers include Senior DIGs and DIGs while they have been approved by the National Police Commission. These transfers are scheduled to be implemented from February 12.

Meanwhile, it has been reported that several Officers-in-Charge (OICs) are also scheduled to be transferred.

Following the transfers, the respective OICs will resume their normal duties in their new postings.