A leader of an Islamic organisation has been arrested today (Aug 25) for allegedly abetting three proscribed groups in the country.
Police said the suspect, 60-year old Rasheed Akbar is believed to have delivered Islamic sermons by visiting homes.
He had been apprehended by the Colombo Crimes Division in Mawanella.
The final rites of veteran broadcaster, writer, and lyricist Nirmala de Alwis will be held today at Peradeniya.
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