With the Supreme Leader-To-Be, (or Not-To-Be rather) The Pockets – Series 1 | Episode 2
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With the Supreme Leader-To-Be, (or Not-To-Be rather)

The Pockets – Series 1 | Episode 2

Nanda Wanninayaka – Sunday, August 11, 2024 | Double Pockets: – Welcome to Pelawatte Palace, Mr. Multipockets. I ordered you to make an audience with me to… … … Multipockets: – No, Mr. Double Pockets. You are not the Supreme Leader of Sri Lanka. At least not yet, thank God! (Crossing himself in the Christian…

President Ranil’s election manifesto unveiled
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President Ranil’s election manifesto unveiled

President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s manifesto for the 2024 Presidential Election was officially launched in Colombo, a short while ago. The ceremonial event of unveiling the manifesto titled ‘Five Years of Winning the Country with Ranil’ commenced at the Taj Samudra Hotel in Colombo this morning (29), with the arrival of President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the venue. This document…

President Ranil reveals why he chose ‘Gas Cylinder’ as symbol instead of ‘Elephant’
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President Ranil reveals why he chose ‘Gas Cylinder’ as symbol instead of ‘Elephant’

President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that even if he successfully resolves the economic crisis that others have failed to address, the country’s economy will collapse again if the necessary economic transformations are interrupted midway. He urged citizens to carefully consider their future when making decisions in the upcoming presidential election. The President made these remarks during…

Election
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Can posters be displayed for election propaganda?

The display of posters for the presidential election has already begun, causing not only environmental pollution but also a violation of election laws. According to Article 74 of the Presidential Elections Act No. 15 of 1981, the display of flags, banners, posters or other campaign material in private or public spaces for election campaigning purposes,…

postal-vote
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Who Qualifies to Contest in Sri Lanka’s Presidential Election?

Chethana Gomis According to the Sri Lanka Constitution, there are fundamental qualifications that a presidential candidate must meet, including age and citizenship criteria. Here are the key qualifications for a presidential candidate in Sri Lanka: Citizenship: The candidate must be a Sri Lankan citizen. Dual Citizenship: Individuals with dual citizenship are not eligible to contest…

election
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Election Commission Announces New Spending Limits for Presidential Candidates

The Election Commission has announced that the maximum expenditure limit for a candidate will be declared within five days from the date of nomination acceptance for the upcoming presidential election on the 15th. Chinthaka Kularatne, the Additional Election Commissioner (Legal, Investigation, and Planning), stated that the spending limit will include costs for advertising through media,…

2024 Presidential Election: 22 candidates place deposits so far
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2024 Presidential Election: 22 candidates place deposits so far

The number of candidates who have placed deposits thus far in order to contest the 2024 Presidential Election has increased to 22. Accordingly, the Election Commission stated that 11 recognized political parties have deposited bonds with the Election Commission thus far. The Election Commission announced that the deposit money for the 2024 Presidential Election can…

Bangladesh protests
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What is ahead of Bangladesh?

Ajith Parakum Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have recently faced dramatic uprisings that have reshaped their political landscapes. Bangladesh, once considered a model of development in South Asia, is now grappling with widespread public dissent. Fueled by economic hardship and political dissatisfaction, citizens took to the streets in both nations, demanding accountability and change. While the…

Deshabandu with Tiran
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The Deshabandu Factor and the Sri Lankan Capitalist Revolution

Ajith Parakum A country embroiled in conflict among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches inevitably descends into complete anarchy. To prevent such a scenario, these three branches must act with mutual understanding. This understanding should aim to maintain the current social system while implementing necessary transformations. A revolutionary coup is a different matter; it involves…

ranil-wickkaramasighe
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Deposits placed for Ranil to contest as independent candidate

President’s Counsel Ronald Perera has placed deposits on behalf of President Ranil Wickremesinghe as an independent candidate for the forthcoming Presidential Election. He had placed the deposit this morning (26) at the Election Commission Office in Rajagiriya. The Election Commission announced that the deposit money for the 2024 Presidential Election can be deposited from 8.30…