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NOCSL membership decides on early elections

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7 months ago

December 17, 2024

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The General Membership of the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOCSL), during its Special General Assembly (SGA), resolved to conduct elections for new office-bearers no later than March 31, 2025.

This decision aligns with the NOCSL Constitution and the Olympic cycle of 2025–2028. The resolution is a critical step to address ongoing internal disputes and restore operational stability.

The SGA was convened as per the NOCSL Constitution, following requests from a majority of Executive Board Members and National Member Federations. This meeting comes in response to prolonged conflicts within the Executive Board, marked by divisions and mutual allegations that have significantly disrupted the NOCSL’s operations and its support for sporting activities.

Despite multiple attempts to mediate and unify the Board, these efforts have regrettably not succeeded. Recognising the gravity of the situation, the General Membership deliberated on warnings issued by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA).

The decision to call for early elections aims to address these concerns, appoint a new committee for the Olympic cycle and chart a clear path forward. The membership expressed their unwavering commitment to safeguarding the interests of Sri Lankan athletes and upholding the integrity of the NOCSL.

Early elections were identified as the first crucial step to resolve the crisis and meet the governance expectations set forth by the IOC and OCA.

The resolution to conduct elections was supported by 23 National Member Federations with one opposing and two abstained.

“The athletes are at the heart of the Olympic Movement and their interests must take precedence over individual agendas. This election is essential to protect their future and restore the NOCSL’s credibility,” said a representative of the Member Federations.

The NOCSL is committed to ensuring a smooth and transparent electoral process in alignment with the principles of good governance and the Olympic Charter.

This election is viewed as a turning point for the NOCSL, paving the way for a revitalised organisation capable of effectively supporting sports development in Sri Lanka and regaining the trust of international partners.

(dailymirror.lk)

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CoI on Deshabandu concludes examining evidence by both parties

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4 hours ago

July 2, 2025

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The examination of evidence by both the Respondent and the Prosecution before the Committee of Inquiry concluded.

The Committee recommends that both parties submit their written submissions to the Committee of Inquiry before 3:30 p.m. on the 8th of July.

Examining evidence before the Committee of Inquiry to inquire and report its findings on IGP T.M.W. Deshabandu Tennakoon in respect of acts of gross abuse of power, concluded yesterday (July 01), with the presentation of evidence by both the Respondent, representing Inspector General of Police Deshabandu Tennakoon and the Prosecution.

The Committee of Inquiry, chaired by Supreme Court Judge P.P. Surasena and comprising Justice W.M.N.P. Iddawala and E.W.M. Lalith Ekanayake, Chairman, National Police Commission, convened today, during which, testimonies were obtained from two additional witnesses by the Prosecution.

These two witnesses had been overseas on official duty. Thus, in accordance with the prior agreement between the two parties, reached to obtain the evidence post June 26, held before the Committee of Inquiry with the participation of Additional Solicitor General (President’s Counsel) Dileepa Peiris and

Deputy Solicitor General Rajitha Perera, representing the Attorney General’s Department, and R.S. Weerawickrama Attorney-at-Law, appearing on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, it was decided to record the statements of these two witnesses today.Furthermore, both the Prosecution in representation of the Attorney General’s Department and the Respondent Inspector General of Police agreed to submit their respective written submissions to the Committee of Inquiry before 3:30 p.m. on July 08, 2025.

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Govt to present 2026 Appropriation Bill in October

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6 hours ago

July 2, 2025

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Cabinet approval has been granted to a proposal presented by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in his capacity as Minister of Finance , Planning and Economic Development to present the Appropriation Bill for the year 2026 to Parliament in October 2025.

Approval has also been granted to present the Budget speech in November 2025 and to hold the third reading and budget debate during November and December.