In a significant move to strengthen the fight against corruption, President Ranil Wickremesinghe has appointed Hon. Justice W. M. N. P. Iddawala as the Chairman of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption. Additionally, Mr. Chethiya Goonesekera and Mr. K Bernard Rajapakse have been appointed as other members of the Commission, with the appointments taking effect from January 01, 2024.
In a significant announcement at the centenary celebration of Badulla Guruthalawa Muslim Central College this morning (27), President Ranil Wickremesinghe highlighted two critical challenges facing the nation, building a stable economy and addressing the ethnic problem.
Christmas represents the celebration of hope. “The individuals who traversed in obscurity, burdened with tears and sighs, have witnessed a profound light.” In the pursuit of revitalizing that hope, I extend my wishes for all of us to conscientiously fulfil our responsibilities and duties, fostering a Christmas that instils fresh hopes in our nation.
Several spells of light showers will occur in Northern, Eastern and Uva provinces and a few showers will occur in North-central province.