The cremation of Priyantha Sirisena, 43, took place at the Public Cemetery, Polonnaruwa on Monday (March 30).
Priyantha also called “Weli Raju,” is a businessman predominantly engaged in sand mining and he is the younger brother of President Maithripala Sirisena.
He was attacked with an axe by a friend on Thursday night following an argument. He was rushed to the Polonnaruwa Hospital and later airlifted to Colombo in a critical condition where he succumbed to injuries.
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The price of Lanka Petrol 92 Octane has been reduced by Rs. 5, while the price of Lanka Super Diesel Star Euro 4 has been increased by Rs. 5, from midnight today, October 31, 2025, according to the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation.
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