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Issuance of official passport to Diana: Oshala now targets Immigration and Emigration Controller
Civil society activist Oshala Herath yesterday (28) lodged a complaint with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) seeking an investigation into the issuance of an official passport, bearing the number D5659363, to UK citizen Diana Gamage.
Referring to the Supreme Court unseating Gamage from Parliament over her citizenship issue, Herath has asked the CID to probe how Immigration and Emigration Controller General Harsha Illukpitiya issued the passport knowing very well Diana Gamage’s citizenship status.
Pointing out that Illukpitiya had, on 12 Sept., 2022, issued a passport, bearing the number D5659363 to Gamage although his predecessor Sarath Rupesinghe had refused to issue her with a passport as she was not a Sri Lankan citizen. Herath said that an in-depth investigation carried out by the CID, following a complaint lodged by him on Nov 02, 2020, too, had revealed Diana Gamage’s real status.
Claiming that her passport had been handed over to the Immigration and Emigration Controller on 18 May, 2024, Herath said that the former State Minister had been allowed to stay without proper approval.
He said that the former lawmaker should be dealt with according to the law.
The CIABOC, too, had asked the CID to inquire into the matter following an intervention made by him, Herath added.
The official welcoming ceremony for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was held this morning (05) at the Independence Square in Colombo.
On arrival at the Independence Square the Indian Prime Minister was warmly welcomed by President Anura Kumara Disanayake.
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri arrived at the Port of Colombo on a formal visit on Friday [04 Apr 25]. The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions.
INS Sahyadri is a 143m long Frigate manned by a crew of 320 and the ship is commanded by Captain Rajat Kumar.
During their visit to the crew of INS Sahyadri will participate in events hosted by the Sri Lanka Navy, aimed to strengthen bilateral ties. They will also visit several tourist hotspots across the country.
Concluding the visit, INS Sahyadri is scheduled to set sail from Colombo on 07 Apr
Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) BUNGO and ETAJIMA which arrived in Sri Lanka on a goodwill visit on 01 Apr 25, departed the island on Friday [04 Apr].
The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ships at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions. Upon leaving, the duo of ships engaged in a successful Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with SLNS Vijayabahu. The PASSEX involved training exercises in communication and tactical maneuvering, concluding with the traditional cheer ship salute.
During their stay in Colombo, crew members of the JMSDF ships took part in several programmes organized by the Sri Lanka Navy, aimed at enhancing mutual cooperation. In addition, they also explored some tourist attractions in Colombo. Further, personnel of Sri Lanka Navy had the opportunity to visit JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA, gaining insights into their operational capabilities.
The Commanding Officers of JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA, Commander TANAKA Koji and Commander ODA Takayuki called on Commander Western Naval Area, and Director General Operations, on 01 Apr.
Indian PM receives warm welcome
INS Sahyadri arrives at Port of Colombo
JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA depart island
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