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Tax Trouble for Cricket Stars: AG Says National Players Must Pay Up

By The Morning Telegraph May 22, 2025

In a case that could set a major precedent for sports professionals in Sri Lanka, the Attorney...

“I Alone Call LTTE Fighters War Heroes; But This Govt Can’t Even Honour Its Own” – Archuna

By The Morning Telegraph May 22, 2025

In a fiery speech delivered in Parliament, Jaffna District MP Ramanathan Archuna declared that he would not...

White Smoke Rises: NPP Takes Colombo, Balthasar Named Mayor

Finally White Smoke Rises: NPP Takes Colombo, Balthazaar Named Mayor

By The Morning Telegraph May 22, 2025

In a political development reshaping the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC), Minister KD Lal Kantha announced that the...

GMOA Digs Into Anura-Modi Health Pact as Medicine Shortage Worsens

By The Morning Telegraph May 22, 2025

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has moved to uncover the contents of health-related agreements signed between...

Sri Lankan Lawyer to Lead Global Justice Movement as WFC’s New CEO

By The Morning Telegraph May 22, 2025

In a major leadership shift with global implications, Sri Lankan-born international lawyer and educator Neshan Gunasekera has...

Big Boost for Economic Oversight: Lakmali to Committee Chair; Kottachchi to Support

By The Morning Telegraph May 22, 2025

In a move signaling renewed focus on economic strategy and international engagement, Parliament today appointed MP and...

“Many Garment Factories Opening; But All They Talk About Is Katunayake Closure” – Minister Handun (Video) "Many Garment Factories Opening; But All They Talk About Is Katunayake Closure" Minister Handun (Video)

“Many Garment Factories Opening; But All They Talk About Is Katunayake Closure” – Minister Handun (Video)

By The Morning Telegraph May 22, 2025

Minister of Industries Sunil Handunnetti pushed back against criticism in Parliament today over the recent closure of...

SL Rugby Suspended: SDIG (Rtd) Latiff to Lead Reform Task Force

By The Morning Telegraph May 22, 2025

Colombo, May 22, 2025 – In a dramatic move to restructure Sri Lanka Rugby (SLR), Minister of...

Sarvajana Balaya leader and MP Dilith Jayaweera says he has turned down invitations to form power in several local government bodies where no party has secured a clear majority, including overtures from the National People’s Power (NPP) itself. Speaking during a discussion on an online channel, Jayaweera revealed that his party had been approached to form coalitions in hung councils, where alliances would be necessary to form administrations. Among those who reached out, he said, was the NPP. However, he made it clear that he rejected these proposals. “They called me,” Jayaweera said with a wry smile, “but I told them it wouldn’t look good for them to lose power after joining with an ‘antigen thief’ like me.” His tongue-in-cheek reference to the “antigen thief” label was a jab at allegations previously thrown at him—a phrase that has since become part of his political identity, often wielded sarcastically in his public appearances. Jayaweera’s remarks struck a balance between humor and pointed commentary, hinting at the cautious political calculations being made across parties in the aftermath of tightly contested local elections. He positioned himself as both self-aware and principled, claiming that his refusal to join hands was as much about integrity as it was about optics. By declining the invitations, he said, he was not only avoiding controversy for his party, but also sparing the NPP from having to explain a partnership that could damage their anti-corruption stance. The underlying message was clear: political alliances, especially with controversial figures, come with a price. Whether his comments were a deflection or a demonstration of political maturity remains up for debate. But for now, Jayaweera stands apart—rejected by some, invited by others, and still shaping the conversation from the sidelines.

“They Asked Me to Join; But I’m Just an Antigen Thief” – Dilith Rejects NPP Offer

By The Morning Telegraph May 22, 2025

Sarvajana Balaya leader and MP Dilith Jayaweera says he has turned down invitations to form power in...

“Not My Mafia; It’s the Rain”- Raigam Chairman Denies Salt Monopoly Claims “Not My Mafia;It’s the Rain”- Raigam Chairman Denies Salt Monopoly Claims

“Not My Mafia; It’s the Rain”- Raigam Chairman Denies Salt Monopoly Claims

By The Morning Telegraph May 22, 2025

Dr. Ravi Liyanage, Chairman of Raigam and a Director of the Puttalam Salt Company, has flatly denied...

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Tax Trouble for Cricket Stars: AG Says National Players Must Pay Up

“I Alone Call LTTE Fighters War Heroes; But This Govt Can’t Even Honour Its Own” – Archuna

Finally White Smoke Rises: NPP Takes Colombo, Balthazaar Named Mayor

GMOA Digs Into Anura-Modi Health Pact as Medicine Shortage Worsens

Sri Lankan Lawyer to Lead Global Justice Movement as WFC’s New CEO

Big Boost for Economic Oversight: Lakmali to Committee Chair; Kottachchi to Support

“Many Garment Factories Opening; But All They Talk About Is Katunayake Closure” – Minister Handun (Video)

SL Rugby Suspended: SDIG (Rtd) Latiff to Lead Reform Task Force

“They Asked Me to Join; But I’m Just an Antigen Thief” – Dilith Rejects NPP Offer

“Not My Mafia; It’s the Rain”- Raigam Chairman Denies Salt Monopoly Claims

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