President and Prime Minister traveling to distant regions like Jaffna by helicopter is not a matter of concern, as it saves time that could otherwise be wasted on long road journeys, according to UNP National List MP Ravi Karunanayake.

United People’s Power (SJB) MP Dayasiri Jayasekara accused the government of eroding the dignity of parliamentarians, alleging that the salaries of 159 National People’s Power (NPP) MPs are being directly deposited into the party’s office.

United People’s Power (Samagi Jana Balawegaya) MP Imran Maharoof has raised concerns over the government’s reluctance to proceed with constitutional reforms, despite enjoying a 159-member majority in Parliament.

Despite the end of the civil war, journalists in Sri Lanka continue to face threats, assaults, and abductions from various entities, including police, intelligence officers, military personnel, and individuals involved in illegal activities.

Minister and Leader of the House, Bimal Ratnayake, stated in Parliament today that MP Archuna is one of the prominent YouTubers and that despite his speeches being removed from the Hansard, they have already been broadcast live.

MP Archuna’s Special Privilege Letter Content to Remain, All Else Removed

Today, Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Economic Development and Planning, Prof. Anil Jayanta Fernando, stated in Parliament that the current government has not made any decision to revoke vehicle import permits issued to senior government officials or those with necessary qualifications.

The death of a woman from Vavuniya at the Maradana Police Station has been officially confirmed as a suicide, according to Public Security Minister Ananda Vijey Bala.

Prime Minister and Education Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, announced in Parliament that around 7 lakh students from schools with less than 250 students will receive free shoes this year.

Jaffna District MP Archunan Ramanathan voiced his dissatisfaction in Parliament, alleging that his parliamentary privilege had been violated as he was denied the opportunity to speak for 64 days since the commencement of the 10th Parliament.