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Political Column: A week of political chaos and rising tensions ahead of local government elections

It was a week marked by uncertainty and chaos on Sri Lanka’s political stage, as key developments tested the government’s resolve and challenged...

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From the Political Desk: Sri Lanka prepares for local government elections amid political chaos

According to the Chairman of the Election Commission, R.M.A.L. Ratnayake, Sri Lanka will hold its local government elections on 06 May 2025. About...

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A government on the defensive as political turmoil intensifies

By Our Political Editor The past week in Sri Lanka’s political landscape has been nothing short of turbulent, with the government finding itself...

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A week of political maneuvering and accusations

By Our Political Editor President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s recent speech at the World Governments Summit 2025 in the UAE should have been a...

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The struggle we must all take part

By Our Political Editor Sri Lanka’s 77th Independence Day celebrations took place at Independence Square, offering a moment of national pride amid growing...

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A week of high stakes and power struggles

By Our Political Editor Sri Lanka’s political landscape saw yet another week of high drama, strategic maneuvering, and intensifying battles between the government...

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Government missteps galore: AKD shows MR the door

By Our Political Editor Sri Lankan politics saw another turbulent week as President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s administration grappled with controversies, public scrutiny, and...

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AKD wins the week after a successful visit to China

By Our Political Editor President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s visit to China grabbed the headlines of the week not only domestically but also internationally....