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January - 3 
The main Opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) on January 3 urged the Government to summon Parliament immediately to discuss the burning problems people were beset with, reports The Island. Addressing the media at the Opposition Leader’s Office in Colombo, Chief Opposition Whip Kandy District SJB
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The main Opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) on January 3 urged the Government to summon Parliament immediately to discuss the burning problems people were beset with, reports The Island. Addressing the media at the Opposition Leader’s Office in Colombo, Chief Opposition Whip Kandy District SJB MP Lakshman Kiriella said Parliament should be summoned without further delay as the country was facing massive foreign reserve crisis. “The government is trying to sell off national assets. Between 15 and 20 lands in Colombo are up for sale. Seven acres of prime land in Bogambara playground is to be sold. The government is trying to sell the Trincomalee oil tank farm. The agreements are to be signed while Parliament is closed. We need parliament open to debate the country’s problems,” Kiriella said.
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January - 12 
The main suspect involved in setting up a hand grenade inside the All-Saints’ Church in Borella of Colombo District was identified on January 12 as a 56-year-old who was associated with the church for nearly 16 years, reports Ada Derana. Following the discovery of the explosive material at around 4.
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The main suspect involved in setting up a hand grenade inside the All-Saints’ Church in Borella of Colombo District was identified on January 12 as a 56-year-old who was associated with the church for nearly 16 years, reports Ada Derana. Following the discovery of the explosive material at around 4.40 p.m. on January 11, four suspects in total were taken into custody over the incident. According to the Police spokesman SSP Nihal Thalduwa, the hand grenade had been placed using sellotape, matchsticks, and incense sticks for it to catch fire and explode. Investigations have uncovered that the suspects had used a 13-year-old boy, who resides close to the church and frequents the premises, to place the hand grenade inside the church. Reportedly, the main suspect had been serving the church and residing at the premises over the past nine months. The investigators have managed to find parts of sellotape, matchsticks and incense sticks, which were used to set up the hand grenade, inside his living quarters. The Police are yet to uncover the reason for the suspect to place an explosive material inside the church, how he managed to obtain it and the individuals who aided and abetted him.
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January - 13 
Whilst rejecting the information revealed by the Police on the recovering of a hand grenade at All Saints Church Borella in Colombo District on January 11, Archbishop of Colombo His Eminence Cardinal Malclom Ranjith at a press conference on January 13 called for a transparent probe on the incident,
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Whilst rejecting the information revealed by the Police on the recovering of a hand grenade at All Saints Church Borella in Colombo District on January 11, Archbishop of Colombo His Eminence Cardinal Malclom Ranjith at a press conference on January 13 called for a transparent probe on the incident, reports Daily Mirror. Cardinal Ranjith said “Police only viewed the CCTV footage in the church for some reason. The Sanchristian (caretaker) of the church was arrested only by viewing the video clips which were recorded after 3:00 pm on that day. I requested the parish priest to view the video clips recorded the whole day. It is revealed by the CCTV footage that a suspicious man enters the church and keeps something on the ground. Then he wears the traditional ‘sign of the cross’ which is a religious tradition practiced by the Catholics when entering the church and worshiping. However, this person does it in the wrong way. It could be concluded that through this man's action, he was not a catholic. Also, this person came in limping and when going back from the church he was walking in a stable manner. In such circumstances, we appeal to the police to conduct a proper investigation. One should not wear the uniforms if he cannot do his job in a proper manner.”
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January - 18 
Senior DIG Deshabandu Tennakoon on January 18 said before the trial-at-bar at the Colombo High Court that former IGP Pujitha Jayasundera had given a prior warning about the Easter Sunday attacks on Catholic Churches to four of the top police officers including DIG Western Police and to the DIG-in-ch
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Senior DIG Deshabandu Tennakoon on January 18 said before the trial-at-bar at the Colombo High Court that former IGP Pujitha Jayasundera had given a prior warning about the Easter Sunday attacks on Catholic Churches to four of the top police officers including DIG Western Police and to the DIG-in-charge of the STF, reports Daily Mirror. DIG Tennakoon made this assertion before the three judges of the trial-at-bar giving evidence, led by Deputy solicitor General Dileepa Pieris. DIG Tennakoon further said that on the day the suicide attack took place he was on leave. He also asserted that the information over the attack was given to the IGP by the State Intelligence Unit which the IGP had communicated to his subordinates to take appropriate action. The Attorney General had indicted former IGP Jayasundera before the Colombo Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar on 855 charges for his failure to take appropriate action to prevent the terrorist attacks that took place on Easter Sunday 2019 despite receiving adequate intelligence reports.
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February - 15 
Former President Maithripala Sirisena on February 15 filed a petition at Civil Appellate of Colombo High Court challenging the Court's decision to reject his request that he be discharged from several civil lawsuits filed by the victims of Easter Sunday attacks, reports Daily Mirror. In his petitio
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Former President Maithripala Sirisena on February 15 filed a petition at Civil Appellate of Colombo High Court challenging the Court's decision to reject his request that he be discharged from several civil lawsuits filed by the victims of Easter Sunday attacks, reports Daily Mirror. In his petition, Sirisena says that a total of 109 cases have been filed against him at the Colombo District Court seeking compensation. On November 30, 2021, Sirisena seek the dismissal of all cases filed against him by family members of those affected due to the Easter Sunday attacks. On January 7, 2022, the Colombo District Court rejected the request made by former Sirisena that he be released from these lawsuits.
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March - 7 
The Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith on March 7 urged the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to intervene to ensure an impartial inquiry into the Easter Sunday attack in April 2019, reports Colombo Page. Addressing the UNHRC's 49th session in Geneva via video, Cardinal Ranjit
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The Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith on March 7 urged the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to intervene to ensure an impartial inquiry into the Easter Sunday attack in April 2019, reports Colombo Page. Addressing the UNHRC's 49th session in Geneva via video, Cardinal Ranjith also called on the UNHRC to help in devising a methodology to find out the truth behind the attack. He said although the attack, which killed 269 including 47 foreign nationals from 14 countries, was initially appeared to be the work of a group of Islamic extremists, but subsequent investigations revealed that it was part of a ‘grand political plot’. Cardinal Ranjith also said that the failure to reveal the truth even three years after the crime was committed was a serious violation of the basic human rights of the victims and urged the Council to continue gathering evidence.
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April - 13 
The Sri Lankan youths protesting at the Galle Face Green in Colombo on April 13 have categorically rejected the invitation extended by the Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa for a discussion to resolve the political and economic crises, the country is currently facing, reports Colombo Page. The youths
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The Sri Lankan youths protesting at the Galle Face Green in Colombo on April 13 have categorically rejected the invitation extended by the Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa for a discussion to resolve the political and economic crises, the country is currently facing, reports Colombo Page. The youths protesting at the Galle Face Green in Colombo say that there is no other solution to their struggle except the resignation of the President, and the whole Rajapaksa family including the Prime Minister in the government. The Prime Minister on April 13 said he hopes to discuss the views expressed by the protesters to overcome the current challenges faced by the country and invited them to hold discussions. The protesters in an open letter to Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa have firmly refused to meet him or anyone of the ruling party and stressed their two main demands that the 7th executive president Gotabaya Rajapaksa should resign immediately and all Rajapaksa family members including the Premier should resign from the government. The protesters said there will be no discussions without meeting the two conditions and vowed to continue the protest at ‘Gotago Gama’ until their demands are met as it is.
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May - 10 
The death toll rose to eight and over 200 persons have also been injured in Colombo and other cities on May 10 in the unprecedented violence in Sri Lanka that erupted after supporters of former Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa attacked peaceful anti-Government protesters demanding his ouster over th
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The death toll rose to eight and over 200 persons have also been injured in Colombo and other cities on May 10 in the unprecedented violence in Sri Lanka that erupted after supporters of former Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa attacked peaceful anti-Government protesters demanding his ouster over the country's worst economic crisis that led to acute shortages of staple food, fuel and power, reports The Tribune. Mahinda Rajapaksa (76), resigned as Sri Lankan Prime Minister on May 9 amid unprecedented economic turmoil, hours after his supporters attacked anti-Government protesters, prompting authorities to impose a nationwide curfew and deploy Army troops in the capital. The violence saw arson attacks on the homes of several politicians, including the ancestral home of the Rajapaksas in Hambantota. Video footage showed the entire house of Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and his younger brother and President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in Medamulana in Hambantota city was burning. Prime Minister Mahinda's House in Kurunegala was also set on fire by protesters while a mob also destroyed D A Rajapaksa Memorial - constructed in the memory of the father of Mahinda and Gotabaya - in Medamulana, Hambantota. Chairman of the Imaduwa Pradeshiya Sabha A V Sarath Kumara (63) was killed following an attack on his residence on May 9. One person was killed following an attack on a popular hotel in Negombo. Multiple luxury cars worth millions of rupees were completely destroyed. Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Member of Parliament (MP) Amarakeerthi Athukorala and his security guard were killed in Nittambuwa on May 9. Eye-witnesses said that the people who had come with the MP to Nittambuwa shot at a group of people protesting against the attack on the peaceful protesters in front of the Temple Trees and the President's Office. A 27-year-old male died in the shooting incident. Two persons were killed in a shooting that took place at the Weeraketiya Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman's residence on May 9 night. A person succumbed to his injuries at the hospital in Colombo. The Colombo national hospital said at least 217 persons had been admitted for treatment.
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May - 11 
Defense Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne, on May 11, stated that the death toll following the recent turmoil in the island has risen to nine including two Police officers, reports Colombo Page. Due to the recent violence a total of 219 injured persons, 41 vehicles set on fire, 61 vehicles damaged a
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Defense Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne, on May 11, stated that the death toll following the recent turmoil in the island has risen to nine including two Police officers, reports Colombo Page. Due to the recent violence a total of 219 injured persons, 41 vehicles set on fire, 61 vehicles damaged and damages to 136 properties are reported, he stated while elaborating on the total damages during a special media briefing held at the Defense Ministry at Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte. “The countrywide curfew would be lifted tomorrow morning (12) based on the status quo”, he said indicating “there are no reports of violence informed today except a few minor incidents”. “Curfew may remain unchanged if unlawful incidents continue” he also reasoned and stressed that the “law enforcing agencies are prepared to react to any incidence that may arise during the coming period, day or night”.
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May - 25 
Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, on May 25, has been sworn in as the new Minister of Finance, Economic Stability and National Policies, reports Colombo Page. The Prime Minister took oaths before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the President's House in Colombo on May 25, President’s M
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Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, on May 25, has been sworn in as the new Minister of Finance, Economic Stability and National Policies, reports Colombo Page. The Prime Minister took oaths before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the President's House in Colombo on May 25, President’s Media Division said.
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June - 1 
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a Presidential Commission of Inquiry to investigate and report on all types of violent incidents including arson, looting, property damage, and homicide in several parts of the island between 21st of March and the 15th of May 2022, reports Colombo Page. Th
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President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a Presidential Commission of Inquiry to investigate and report on all types of violent incidents including arson, looting, property damage, and homicide in several parts of the island between 21st of March and the 15th of May 2022, reports Colombo Page. The President’s Media Division said Supreme Court Justice President’s Counsel B. P. Aluvihare has been appointed as the Chairman of the Commission, while former Senior DIG S.M. Wickramasinghe and Additional Chief Valuer N.A.S Wasantha Kumara have been appointed as the other members of the Commission. Additional Secretary to the President Buwaneka Herath will function as the Secretary. Letters of appointment to the members of the Commission were handed over by the President at the President’s House, Colombo on June 1.
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June - 16 
Special programmes to brief representatives of political parties on the 21st Amendment to the Constitution, which has been submitted to the Cabinet, are scheduled to be held on June 16 (today) at the President’s House in Fort, reports Ada Derana. Minister of Justice, Prison Affairs and Constitutiona
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Special programmes to brief representatives of political parties on the 21st Amendment to the Constitution, which has been submitted to the Cabinet, are scheduled to be held on June 16 (today) at the President’s House in Fort, reports Ada Derana. Minister of Justice, Prison Affairs and Constitutional Reforms Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe stated that following the programme, a final agreement will be reached with all parties regarding the constitutional amendment. Accordingly, the 21st Amendment to the Constitution is expected to be approved by the Cabinet next Monday, he added.
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June - 22 
Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong met with Minister of Public Security Tiran Alles at the Ministry of Public Security in Suhurupaya, Battaramulla on June 22, and exchanged views on China's all-round assistance for the island, cooperation in law enforcement between China and Sri Lanka and o
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Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong met with Minister of Public Security Tiran Alles at the Ministry of Public Security in Suhurupaya, Battaramulla on June 22, and exchanged views on China's all-round assistance for the island, cooperation in law enforcement between China and Sri Lanka and other issues of mutual interests, reports Colombo Page. The discussion focused on strengthening bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and China, the economic crisis, and the political situation in Sri Lanka, and the steps need to be taken to overcome the crisis. The Minister thanked China for its support to Sri Lanka at all times and expressed confidence that China would continue to support Sri Lanka. The Ambassador said that his government would extend all possible assistance to Sri Lanka in overcoming this crisis. He also said that the Chinese Government would extend its fullest support to the Ministry of Public Security and congratulated the Minister Alles on his appointment as the new Minister of Public Security.
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June - 24 
Ambassadors of European countries meeting with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the President’s House in Colombo on June 24, have said that Sri Lanka is a friend and they will provide assistance at this difficult time, reports Colombo Page. The delegation members pointed out that a firm message about
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Ambassadors of European countries meeting with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the President’s House in Colombo on June 24, have said that Sri Lanka is a friend and they will provide assistance at this difficult time, reports Colombo Page. The delegation members pointed out that a firm message about the future plans of building the country’s economy will certainly pave the way for the international community to assist Sri Lanka. Nearly 90 per cent of the country's population lives in rural areas, and 75 per cent of those people depend on agriculture. The President said that by providing them with the required fertilizer and fuel, many problems as well as the issues related to the supply of food could be solved. Steps have been taken to provide uncultivated Government lands to those interested in agriculture as a solution to the land issue. President Rajapaksa explained the initiatives launched by the Government to provide a lasting solution considering the humanitarian situation that has arisen after the war as well as the fair manner maintained in the process of enforcing law without any party affiliation and interfering to the Ambassadors. A number of areas, including investment, tourism and education, were also discussed at length.
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July - 1 
Japan’s Ambassador to Sri Lanka Hideaki Mizukoshi during his meeting with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the President's House in Colombo on July 1, has stated that he will continue to support the program with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the strengthening of bilateral relations for Sr
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Japan’s Ambassador to Sri Lanka Hideaki Mizukoshi during his meeting with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the President's House in Colombo on July 1, has stated that he will continue to support the program with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the strengthening of bilateral relations for Sri Lanka’s development, reports Colombo Page. Japanese Ambassador Hideki said that steps will be taken to maintain the economic, social and cultural ties with Sri Lanka. Also, Ahmed Ali Saeed Al Rashdi, the Ambassador of Oman to Sri Lanka, has told the President that Oman will support the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two countries in terms of fuel, gas, energy, employment and investment opportunities. The Omani ambassador, who is to leave the island after finishing his service, mentioned this while meeting President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the President's House in Colombo on July 1. Noting that about 25,000 Sri Lankans are currently working in Oman, the President asked the Ambassador to assist in increasing job opportunities for Sri Lankans in Oman in the training sector.
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July - 9 
Large crowds from many parts of the island are heading to capital Colombo to participate in the massive protest on July 9, demanding that the Government including President Gotabaya Rajapaksa leave immediately, reports Colombo Page. Reportedly, after the lifting of the curfew imposed last night (Jul
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Large crowds from many parts of the island are heading to capital Colombo to participate in the massive protest on July 9, demanding that the Government including President Gotabaya Rajapaksa leave immediately, reports Colombo Page. Reportedly, after the lifting of the curfew imposed last night (July 8) to prevent the people joining the protest, crowds from outskirts have reached "Gota Go Village" struggle ground at the Galle Face green. Also, the protestors made a request to the station masters to run trains from Kandy and Galle to Colombo in particular and more than two thousand people gathered in those stations. In the meantime, it is also reported that some people who are unable to come due to the fuel crisis are also coming on foot to the Galle Face struggle ground. A large number of people are coming on foot from different areas like Gampaha, Ragama, Negombo, Kalutara etc. to participate in this struggle.
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July - 9 
On July 9, Protestors set ablaze the private residence of Prime Minister (PM)Ranil Wickremesinghe in Colombo city, reports Firstpost. “Protesters have broken into the private residence of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and have set it on fire," said the Lankan Prime Minister's Office (PMO) in a
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On July 9, Protestors set ablaze the private residence of Prime Minister (PM)Ranil Wickremesinghe in Colombo city, reports Firstpost. “Protesters have broken into the private residence of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and have set it on fire," said the Lankan Prime Minister's Office (PMO) in a statement.
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July - 13 
At least 84 persons were injured and hospitalized during July 13 protests in Colombo and in the Parliament area and surrounding areas at Polduwa intersection in Battaramulla, reports Colombo Page. Among them are an army officer, two Police officers, two journalists and five women, a senior spokesman
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At least 84 persons were injured and hospitalized during July 13 protests in Colombo and in the Parliament area and surrounding areas at Polduwa intersection in Battaramulla, reports Colombo Page. Among them are an army officer, two Police officers, two journalists and five women, a senior spokesman said. The spokesman added that 42 people were injured in the protests near the Prime Minister’s office in Colombo and another 42 people were injured during the protest near Polduwa intersection in Battaramulla.
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November - 28 
The person who was hacked to death at Mattakkuliya on November 28 had conducted Undial transactions to India and Dubai with drug smugglers for money laundering purposes, Police investigations have revealed, reports Daily News. The Colombo Crime Division (CCD) had arrested this person and his brother
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The person who was hacked to death at Mattakkuliya on November 28 had conducted Undial transactions to India and Dubai with drug smugglers for money laundering purposes, Police investigations have revealed, reports Daily News. The Colombo Crime Division (CCD) had arrested this person and his brother last year for conducting an Undial transaction with Rs.5 million of cash owned by notorious drug smuggler Panadura Kudu Salindu. A court case in this regard was going on by the time of his death and the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) was also conducting another investigation against him on the charges of money laundering, Police sources said. He was hacked to death by a group of unidentified persons while he was on his way back home from the court on November 28.
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