Controversy swirls around the alleged influence wielded by Anuradhapura's Gnana Akka over Sri Lanka's leadership, with events taking an ugly turn on the night of May 9 as an infuriated group sets fire to her home. Ms Gnanawathi Jayasooriya speaks to Sunday Times in an exclusive interview. (see Sunday Times tomorrow)
A Sri Lanka Air Force Bell 212 helicopter belonging to the No. 72 squadron has crashed into the Madhuru Oya reservoir this morning, Air FOrce Media Spokesman Eranda Geeganage said.
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In its first electoral test since taking power, the ruling National People’s Power (NPP) fell short of expectations, winning only around 40 % of the national vote in Tuesday’s local government election and falling short of enough seats to gain control of the majority of councils.
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