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Former SriLankan CEO was given US$2mn as bribe in 2013, UK court found
In a March affidavit Kapila Chandrasena said he was threatened to "be forced to hang"
In 2025, 4,742 cases were reported, with 572 cases resolved, and 4,170 cases still pending investigation or prosecution.
CIABOC has intensified action against complaints amid criticism from opposition
Tracker will help to monitor real-time updates on the reforms committed to IMF
Sri Lankan prisons are extremely overcrowded, prisoners can be remanded for a long time
"After considering all the facts, the investigation committee, ... dismissed all the preliminary objections submitted
Ruling NPP promised to eliminate corruption and punish all those who had been involved in misappropriation
Tennakoon's career has been marred with controversies with misconduct allegations
New govt found over 50 luxury vehicles being used by non-permanent staff at President's office under previous govt
15 Sri Lankans in cybercrime centers in Myawaddy, Myanmar are scheduled to return to island on May 7
Sri Lankans who sought employment abroad under a tourist visa and fell prey to trafficking
The bill comes into force as the Proceeds of Crime Act, No. 05 of 2025.
"They tortured him."
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| S&P SL20 | 5,656.91 | -0.43% |
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The entity will also regulate onshore casinos
Sri Lanka yet to reveal the mystery behind the carnage that mostly killed Christians
Preliminary investigation suggest the shooting was due to a personal dispute: Police
"As it would only victimize those whose information has been compromised
Proceeds of Crimes Act is expected to recover stolen assets from those who had involved in corruption, misappropriation
Sri Lanka's anti-graft efforts have failed due to no willingness from political leaders in addressing the issue
The IMF-backed act will help Sri Lankan authorities to go after suspected corrupt people with asset tracing
Public Debt Management Act No. 33 of 2024 covers obtaining and managing foreign debt
Sri Lanka's new government has yet to respond over target sanctions on top military leaders
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