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BASL proposes travel ban on those involved in Galle Face attack

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has proposed a travel ban on those involved in the attack on peaceful protesters at Galle Face. BASL President Saliya Pieris said that urgent action is immediately required on the part of the authorities to restore public confidence and restore peace. For this purpose, the BASL demands the immediate arrest according, to law, of all persons who instigated, conspired to unleash the violent mob from Temple Trees and participated in the said violence – irres

11 May, 2022

Claims that some Sri Lankan politicians fled to India rejected

Claims that some Sri Lankan politicians have fled to India, has been rejected. The Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka said that it had recently noticed rumours circulating in sections of the media and social media that certain politicians and their families have fled to India. The High Commission said that such claims are fake and blatantly false and devoid of any truth or substance. There has been speculation that some ruling party politicians have fled to India to seek refuge. The claims

10 May, 2022

President appeals to public to reject racial, religious disharmony

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appealed to the public to reject racial and religious disharmony. The President tweeted saying this is the time for all Sri Lankans to join hands as one, to overcome the economic, social and political challenges. “I urge all Sri Lankans to reject the subversive attempts to push you towards racial and religious disharmony. Promoting moderation, toleration and coexistence is vital,” he said. The tweet came following attempts to instigate communal clashes in Nego

11 May, 2022