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Sri Lanka confronts must-win scenario in second ODI against Bangladesh

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1 year ago

March 15, 2024

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The Sri Lanka cricket team faces a crucial match against Bangladesh in the second One-Day International (ODI) today at Chattogram, Bangladesh, with the series hanging in the balance after losing the first game.

Sri Lanka suffered a setback in the opening match, scoring 255 runs all out in 48.5 overs, which proved insufficient as Bangladesh chased down the target with ease.

Bangladesh’s skipper Najmul Hossian Shanto played a pivotal role in their victory with a captain’s knock of 118 runs.

Looking ahead to the second ODI, Sri Lanka aims to rectify their mistakes and bounce back to level the series.

Potential changes to the team lineup, such as the inclusion of Kamindu Mendis or Sahan Arachchige, are being considered to bolster the batting order.

The team recognizes the need for batters to play quick innings, especially after a solid start by the openers in the previous match.

The performance of spinners Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana, who failed to take wickets in the first game, will be closely scrutinized.

Sri Lanka’s preparations for the match were hampered by rain, preventing both teams from training, but they remain determined to make a strong comeback.

The inconsistency in the batting lineup, particularly the form of Sadeera Samarawickrama, poses a significant challenge for Sri Lanka.

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LG polls : postal voting dates revised

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2 hours ago

April 17, 2025

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The Elections Commission today (April 17) announced that the dates for postal voting of the upcoming Local Government elections, have been revised.

Making a special statement, Chairman of the Elections Commission R.M.A.L. Rathnayake said that postal voting will take place on April 24, 25, 28 and 29.

Postal voting was earlier scheduled for April 22, 23, 24, 28 and 29.

Mr. Rathnayake also said that poll cards for all 339 local bodies were handed over to the Postal Department yesterday (April 16) distribution has already commenced.

Noting that distribution of poll cards will take place until April 29, he said that the public are requested to inquire from the relevant post office if they do not receive poll cards by then.

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NTC receives 187 complaints on New Year bus services

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2 hours ago

April 17, 2025

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The National Transport Commission (NTC) has received 187 complaints over bus services during the recent New Year period.

NTC Director General Nayomi Jayawardena says that 63 of these complaints, made through the 1955 hotline, were related to bus operators not charging the approved fares.

She added that investigations into these complaints would be conducted once the New Year festivities conclude.

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18 candidates arrested for flouting election laws

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3 hours ago

April 17, 2025

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18 candidates contesting the 2025 Local Government (LG) Election have been arrested over election-related complaints during the period from March 03 – April 16.

According to a statement issued by the Police Media Division, 62 political party supporters and 14 vehicles have been taken into police custody during this period.

Meanwhile, 38 criminal complaints related to the LG Election and 138 complaints of election law violations have also been reported.