The rich traditions and festivals of Hinduism have united all communities and ensured that Hinduism remains lively, Opposition Leader Mahinda Rajapaksa said in his Shrivarathri message.
"We are a proud nation of an amalgamation of such great religions and cultures that promote tolerance and peace, that can be used to bring about greater unity and harmony among people" Mr. Rajapaksa emphasised in his message
He also pointed out that the freedom of beliefs and religion should play a key role in promoting unity through respect for each others differences.
All Ceylon Makkal Congress MP Ali Sabri Raheem had been arrested by Kalpitiya police after he surrendered to the police today morning.
An interim order prohibiting Deshabandu Tennakoon from carrying out his duties as Inspector General of Police (IGP) has been issued by the Supreme Court.
Senior DIG Nilantha Jayawardena has been sent on compulsory leave pending disciplinary investigation over his failure to prevent the Easter Sunday bombings.
The 22nd amendment to the constitution dealing with the term of the President has been gazetted by order of President Ranil Wickremesinghe.
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