Today’s News Digest: Your go-to summary of the key events and headlines that shaped the day. From major developments to breaking news, we bring you everything that happened today, all in one quick and easy read.
Top businesswoman arrested for not paying TAX
Kushani Nanayakkara, wife of former State Minister Dunesh Gankanda, was arrested on June 7 by the Colombo Central CID over a Rs. 700 million tax evasion case. Despite repeated warnings and legal notices, she allegedly failed to settle tax dues, prompting court action and an arrest warrant. She was apprehended during a special operation in Narahenpita after attempting to flee.
Prisons Commissioner General sent on compulsory leave
Prisons Commissioner General Thushara Upuldeniya has been placed on compulsory leave following a Cabinet decision chaired by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The move follows an investigation into claims that a prisoner was unlawfully released under a Presidential pardon.
Gammanpila publicizes full list of 323 containers
Former Minister Udaya Gammanpila has released the full list of 323 containers controversially cleared by Sri Lanka Customs. The list details company names, countries of origin, goods descriptions, and reference numbers.
Court allows Bribery Commission to record Harak Kata’s statement
The Colombo High Court has directed the Terrorism Investigation Division to facilitate the Bribery Commission in recording a statement from Nadun Chithaka Wickremeratne, alias Harak Kata, who is detained under the PTA. The order follows a request made during a court hearing on June 9.
Sri Lanka to Face Chinese Taipei in AFC World Cup Qualifier
Sri Lanka will play Chinese Taipei on Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. at Colombo’s Race Course Stadium in the AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to 26. The match is part of the joint qualification process for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2027 AFC Asian Cup.
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