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Govt Should Update Public on IMF Talks: Former President Wickremesinghe

Former President and United National Party (UNP) leader Ranil Wickremesinghe has urged the government to update the public in the coming days on the progress of its ongoing discussions with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Speaking at a rally in Athurugiriya on October 28, he underscored the importance of transparency in significant decisions related to

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CID Questions Namal Rajapaksa Over Financial Transaction Complaint

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has recorded a statement from Namal Rajapaksa, National Organiser of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), regarding a financial transaction complaint filed by a Malaysian businessman. The inquiry, which lasted over two hours, took place at the CID headquarters, where Rajapaksa arrived at 9:00 a.m. with his legal team. Before

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Sri Lanka President Launches Manifesto Pledging Economic Development, Job Creation, and Tax Cuts

Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe has unveiled his 2024 election manifesto, focusing on economic development, reducing the cost of living, creating jobs, raising wages, and improving welfare measures. The manifesto was officially launched on August 29 at the Taj Samudra Hotel in Colombo, in front of politicians, celebrities, and other distinguished guests. The full manifesto,

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