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Police Constable Remanded for Sexual Assault and Blackmail

Editor March 19, 2025

The Ratnapura Magistrate’s Court has ordered the remand of a police constable until the 25th for allegedly...

“Strikes Cannot Be Approved Despite Historic Salary Increase” – President "Strikes Cannot Be Approved Despite Historic Salary Increase" – President

“Strikes Cannot Be Approved Despite Historic Salary Increase” – President

Editor March 19, 2025

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that strikes by health professionals cannot be justified, even after the government...

Deshabandu Surrenders to Court After Days in Hiding

### **IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon Surrenders to Court After Days in Hiding** After remaining in hiding for several days, **IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon** appeared before the **Matara Magistrate’s Court** this morning. His surrender comes after the **Court of Appeal rejected his petition**, forcing him to face legal proceedings. The Matara Magistrate’s Court had previously issued an **arrest warrant** for Tennakoon and a group of officers in connection with the **shooting death of a police officer** during a raid in **Weligama, Matara**. While all the other officers involved have given statements to the police, no arrests have been made so far. Tennakoon remained the only suspect **evading law enforcement**, prompting police teams to conduct nationwide operations in search of him. Following his court appearance, **the Matara Magistrate’s Court ordered his remand until tomorrow**, stating that a decision on his bail application would be announced then. Until the hearing, Tennakoon will remain in the courtroom. A large number of lawyers have gathered at the court to represent him, while several **prison buses** have also arrived, transporting other suspects and prisoners for ongoing legal cases. Meanwhile, **Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala** revealed in **Parliament** that a police search at **Tennakoon’s residence in Hokandara** uncovered **795 bottles of foreign liquor, 214 bottles of wine, and two Apple-branded mobile phones**. The Minister stated that authorities expect to extract **critical information** from the seized devices. Additionally, the Minister announced that efforts were being made to **freeze Tennakoon’s assets**, with the relevant documentation set to be presented in court. However, Tennakoon’s wife has lodged a **complaint with the Athurugiriya Police**, claiming that the search was conducted **without a warrant**. As the legal battle unfolds, all eyes remain on the Matara Magistrate’s Court, where the IGP's fate will be determined in the coming days.

Deshabandu Surrenders to Court After Days in Hiding

Editor March 19, 2025

After remaining in hiding for several days, IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon appeared before the Matara Magistrate’s Court this...

Disciplinary Action Against Convicted Principal Suspended Amid Political Influence

Editor March 19, 2025

The disciplinary action against a school principal who was found guilty of abusing a minor student has...

Low-Priced Liquor Bottle Project Shelved

Editor March 19, 2025

The Excise Department’s plan to introduce a low-cost liquor bottle has been halted indefinitely due to strong...

SJB Conflict Escalates as Imthiyas Baqir Marker Resigns as Chairman

Editor March 18, 2025

Imthiyas Baqir Marker, chairman of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and former Member of Parliament, has officially...

Ranil Denies Govt-Funded London Visit, Criticizes Diplomatic Misunderstanding

Editor March 18, 2025

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has refuted allegations that he and Professor Maithri Wickremesinghe visited London in 2023...

Govt Borrows Trillion Rupees in January Alone

Editor March 18, 2025

Data from the Central Bank reveals that the government borrowed a staggering 1 trillion rupees in January...

Govt Ordered to Compensate Woman Detained Under Gotabaya’s Unlawful Order

Editor March 18, 2025

The Supreme Court has ruled that the detention order issued by former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa under the...

NOCSL’s Funding Freeze Continues Until Corrupt Officials Are Expelled

Editor March 18, 2025

Minister of Sports Sunil Kumara Gamage must intervene for sake of national athletes In a stern rebuke...

Sri Lanka

Police Constable Remanded for Sexual Assault and Blackmail

“Strikes Cannot Be Approved Despite Historic Salary Increase” – President

Deshabandu Surrenders to Court After Days in Hiding

Disciplinary Action Against Convicted Principal Suspended Amid Political Influence

Low-Priced Liquor Bottle Project Shelved

SJB Conflict Escalates as Imthiyas Baqir Marker Resigns as Chairman

Ranil Denies Govt-Funded London Visit, Criticizes Diplomatic Misunderstanding

Govt Borrows Trillion Rupees in January Alone

Govt Ordered to Compensate Woman Detained Under Gotabaya’s Unlawful Order

NOCSL’s Funding Freeze Continues Until Corrupt Officials Are Expelled

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