Thursday, November 29, 2012

Charith Abeysinghege sentenced to seven years in prison



ALMOST £900,000  including works of art by Banksy  has been confiscated from two men sentenced last year in connection with money laundering offenses.

Juliya Director Charith Abeysinghege, 29, and Richard Wheatley, 45, were sentenced to seven years in prison last April.

Abeysinghege owned money service business Uniforex, based in South Woodford, which facilitated the conversion of cash proceeds from drugs offences into 500 euro notes, purchased from the currency wholesaler Interchange, based in Marble Arch, W1.

Wheatley was a low ranking professional poker player, who used his profession to justify his possession of large sums of money if questioned.

On Abeysinghege’s instructions, Uniforex staff would meet Wheatley in his car, and bags containing cash would be exchanged.

Each time an average of £150,000 was exchanged for conversion to 500 euro notes.

Following a four-year investigation – Operation Grangecourt – a judge at Southwark Crown Court assessed the benefit gained by the pair from their scam as approximately £1.5million.

The judge imposed financial confiscation orders to the value of £884,801.70.
Abeysinghege, whose individual benefit figure was determined as £735,891.00, was issued with a Confiscation Order of £161,325.73, including land and bank accounts in Sri Lanka. Approximately £71,000 in cash was seized.

Wheatley, whose individual benefit figure was determined as £743,331.84, was issued with a Confiscation Order for £723,475.97, including 49 urban works of art (the majority by ‘Banksy;) valued at £422,300. Cash was seized totaling approx £250,000.

Detective Chief Inspector Theresa Breen, from the Special Intelligence Section, said: “This case demonstrates that the Metropolitan Police will rigorously pursue those involved in organised crime and strip them of the assets, which originate from crime, however long that takes.”

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Nadeesha Hemamali to marry Mohammed Yaseeen ?




A fresh romance has began to blossom for popular actress and producer Nadeesha Hemamali.

The gent, who is apparently a bigwig of Siyatha, is a married man and a father of two. According to buzz, he has apparently promised to marry Nadeesha after divorcing his wife. We learned he is muslim called Mohammed Yaseen.

He is also a frequent visitor at the Liyanage Mw, Pelawatta, where Nadeesha is currently residing.

Speaking to media recently, Nadeesha had admitted that she is a lover but has kept details under wraps.

Nadeesha, who rose to fame through her double act in her maiden production 'Athkanda lihini' also portrayed a role in the R.V. Udayakumar's Thelingu film 'Mister Rascal'.

She also has production house and advertising agency named Reel and Track.

Mohemmed Yaseen



 

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Mihin has accumulated loss of Rs.8.5 bn



The cash strapped budget airline ‘Mihin Lanka’ has suffered a loss of two billion rupees during this financial year alone and an accumulated loss of a staggering Rs.8.5 billion since its inception in 2007, the Auditor General reveals.

The parliamentary Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) discussed the Auditor General’s report on Mihin Lanka yesterday.

The Auditor General has observed that although the Company is running at a continuous loss, the annual remunerations paid to the six-member Board of Directors have increased over the years.

Rs.11 million has been paid to directors as remunerations last year an increase on Rs.4.9 million paid for the previous year.

According to the Auditor General’s report the Mihin Lanka Chief Executive Officer (CEO) who is also the CEO of Sri Lankan Airlines is paid Rs.500,000 a month by each of the institutions as remuneration.

The Auditor General observes that such heavy losses have been incurred by the company for the last five years despite grants and concessions by the government in substantial quantities.

The Treasury granted Rs.507 million this year; Rs.406 million last year; Rs.1,508 million for 2010, Rs.2,882 million for 2009, Rs.500 million for 2008 and Rs.250 million for 2007.

The loss sustained for the financial year 2007/2008 was Rs.3.1 billion; Rs.1.3 billion for 2008/2009; Rs.1.2 billion for 2009/2010; Rs.940 million for 2010/2011 and Rs.1.9 billion for 2011/2012.

Bail extended for Malaka and Rehan



The period of bail for the two key accused in the assault of a former Army intelligence officer has been extended until January 28.

They are minister Mervyn Silva’s son Malaka and Rehan Wijeratne, the son of Sri Lankan ambassador in Turkey Bharati Wijeratne.

Colombo Fort acting magistrate Pavitra Pathirana took up the case today (Nov. 26), in the absence of magistrate Kanishka Wijeratne.

Hemantha Warnakulasuriya, lawyer for Malaka Silva, requested the case be put off until January.
Minister Silva was also present at the hearing.

Malani Fonseka in Courts on January 28th



The Colombo Additional Magistrate Mr. Sandun Vitarna directed that UFPA National list MP and prominent actress Mrs. Malani Fonseka be noticed to appear in Court on January 2th, in regard to  a complaint regarding non payment of lease money for a house obtained in Ocean Tower.

The Complainant, the owner of the building Mr. Jagath Kumara Perera states  in his Complaint that a sum of Rs 581, 613  has to borne by him as a loss for non payment of dues from  2008 - 2010, for house.

He further states in his complaint that  Malani Fonseka  had taken the house in question on a two year lease  and had continued to reside therein for two year  without any agreement.

Monday, November 26, 2012

Maleeka Sirisena's with ex Boy friend

Air hostess Maleeka Sirisena, who made her acting debut through the mega film Super Six is got married to former cricket captain and MP Sanath Jayasuriya last week.

Maleeka was introduced to the producer of the film by her ex boyfriend. Maleeka, who was born in 1984 Nov. 16, is an old girl Dehiwala Presbyterian Girls school.

These are some photos of Maleeka and her ex boy friend. He is a member of srilanka airlines as well. Also there was a rumour that Maleeka and Hemal Ranasinghe had a affair when Super Six shooting goes.

Sanath is 43 and Maleeka is 28. Maleeka is Sanath's third marriage.












Maleeka Sirisena - Sanath Jayasuriya Wedding Photos

Media is responsible if I commit suicide - Anusha Sonali



Former actress Anusha Sonali says the media that had thrown mud at her will be held responsible if she commits suicide.

Her name has been mentioned in media reports in connection with the recent clash at Welikada Prison, which had alleged her former husband had been killed in the incident.

Anusha has told a newspaper that she had got married to a man named Malan Menaka Pelpola, who had previously married under a different name, Malinda Nilendra Pelpola and had a child by that marriage.

She has said that she had no connection with him, but that it was unfortunate that the media had hastened to mention her name, instead of the man’s real wife, in their reporting about the prison clash.

Anusha has said that she had never visited Malan during his period of incarceration.
She had asked the media to check facts before publishing them.

Mervin's Trail Bike Ride

Minister Mervyn Silva, who flagged off a cycle race in Kelaniya town this morning (Nov. 25), was later seen on a motorcycle following the cyclists and encouraging them.

Soon after the race began, he borrowed a motorcycle from a youth and rode for about four kms, giving quite a headache for his bodyguards and organizers of the race.

Prior to the race organized by Kiribathgoda Youths, the minister participated in a public rally accompanied by Chandra Rajapaksa, a younger brother of the president.

Speaking here, he said the late Dr. W. Dahanayake faced his charges alone, but the incumbent chief justice had accompanied a posse of lawyers to answer the allegations against her.

The CJ will have to help the lawyers, who are today appearing on behalf of her, and gratitude is a good thing, but if she gave rulings in gratitude, people will lose their confidence in the judiciary, said the minister.

He added that he hoped the CJ would think about that carefully.



Saturday, November 24, 2012

Maleeka Sirisena Photos

Air hostess Maleeka Sirisena, who made her acting debut through the mega film Super Six is got married to former cricket captain and MP Sanath Jayasuriya Yesterday.

Maleeka was introduced to the producer of the film by her ex boyfriend. Maleeka, who was born in 1984 Nov. 16, is an old girl Dehiwala Presbyterian Girls school.









Sanath And Maleeka Wedding Photos

Sanath Jayasuriya - Maleeka Sirisena Wedding Photos

Fromer Cricket captain and MP Sanath Jayasuriya once more tied the knot with a new bride yesterday a very simple and secretly conducted ceremony. This is Sanath's Third marriage.

This time Sanath has chosen another by profession another an Air hostess Maleeka Sirisena. But she is also a film actress. She had portrayed roles in ‘Super Six’ film along side with popular actresses like Pabhoda Sandeepani , Aruni and a few other popular film actresses.

Yesterday morning her weeding registration took place on a very low profile in a secret manner at a Buddhist temple in Mt.Lavinia and ceromony was not covered officially by the media. Few guests who were present were invited for a grand lunch at the Mt Lavinia hotel. This was to celebrate Maleeka’s birthday.

Sanath jayasuriya's first marriage was with Air Lanka ground hostess Sumudu Karunanayake.

Then he got married to Sandra De Silva, a former flight attendant of Sri lankan air lines. Sanath and Sandra have 3 children. Sanath divorced from Sandra few months ago.




Maleeka Sirisena Photos




Sanath Jayasuriya Weds for Third Time

Former cricket captain and MP Sanath Jayasuriya marries for third time according to sources.

Sanath jayasuriya's first marriage was with Air Lanka ground hostess Sumudu Karunanayake.

Then he got married to Sandra De Silva, a former flight attendant of Sri lankan air lines. Sanath and Sandra have 3 children. Sanath divorced from Sandra few months ago.

His third marriage with An actress according to sources. The Wedding was held yesterday evening In Mount Lavinia. There were very limited guests and it was restricted to media.
Updated : Bride is Super six actress Maleeka ( Mallika ) Sirisena.

Sanath Jayasuriya with Sumudu ( first marriage )



Sanath Jayasuriya with Sandra and kids ( second marriage )





Sanath - Maleeka Wedding Photos

Thursday, November 22, 2012

Colombo Night Races on Dec 15



The Colombo Night Races are set to be held on December 15. This was disclosed at a recent media briefing.

The event is organized by Carlton Motor Sports Club and conducted by Asian Motor Racing Club (AMRC) and Sri Lanka Motor Cycle Club (SLMCC).

According to organizers, seven Car events and four Motorcycle events are scheduled to be held on Dec. 15.

This year’s event will attract foreign drivers from several countries including Malaysia, Indonesia, Maldives and Japan.

Leader Publications ordered to pay Rs. 250 m to Gotabhaya



The Mt. Lavinia district court today (Nov. 22) ordered Leader Publications Ltd. to pay a Rs. 250 million compensation to defence secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa in a defamation case.
The court also issued a permanent injunction, preventing the defendant from publishing any further defamatory articles.

Sumana Gomes back in Sri Lanka



She was a famous actress in sri lanka two decades ago. Sumana Gomes is a controversial characters as that time all the actresses are scared to starring in adults only films. But sumana Gomes is fearlessly accept that challenge.

She left the country 15 years ago and according to sources she is back after 10 years. She lived in USA.

Her famous films..


1997   Ege Vairaya - Luvi Vandastratan
1998   Ege Vairaya 3 - Luvi Vandastratan 1
1997   Ragaye Unusuma - Karu Disanayaka
2002   Kamasutra - Sunil T. Fernando
2000   Ege Vairaya 4 -  Luvi Vandastratan
1998   Akkai Nangi -  Sunil T. Fernando
2008   Ai Oba Thaniwela - Ranjith Jayasinghe 
1990   Kristhu Charithaya - Sunil Ariyarathna 
1986   Peralikarayo - Dinesh Priyasad 
1995  Hitha Hoda Surayoo - Victor Manage
1978  Kundala Keshi - Wimalanath Dissanayaka 
1990  Thanha Asha - Siril Weerasingha 
1990  Pem Rajadahana - Dayananda Jayawardhana 
1987   Raja Wedakarayoo - Sunil Soma Peiris 
1988  Rasa Rahasak - Yasapalitha Nanayakkara 
1988  Sandakada Pahana - Susira Rathnakumara 
1988  Durga - K.A.W. Perera
1991 Salambak Handai Hemasiri Sellapperuma

Sri Lanka steps into space today with first satellite

The Board of Investment of Sri Lanka announced that today, 22 November, a Sri Lankan enterprise operating under the BOI, Supreme SAT, will be launching a space satellite, for the first time in the history of the country.

Supreme SAT is an excellent example of international cooperation in the field of investment, being a partnership between the Supreme Group from Sri Lanka and China Great Wall Industry Corporation, a major and diversified State-owned Chinese conglomerate. Supreme SAT is currently the only Sri Lankan space sector brand in the country.

This launch will be the first of three scheduled to take place respectively on 22 November 2012, June 2013, and December 2015.

The project also illustrates the international nature of the space industry today. The first satellite, which is the one scheduled to be launched today, was built by Thales, a French company which is a leader in space industries.

The satellite will be launched by a Chinese ‘Long March’ vehicle from the Xi Chang Launch Centre in China. This is a joint project between the Supreme Group and the China Satellite Communications Company Ltd.

Chief Executive Officer of the Supreme Group Vijith Peiris commended the investor friendly invaluable assistance provided by the BOI, both at the Head Office and the Kandy-Pallekelle Zone, on the establishing of this groundbreaking project which is novel and will offer many benefits to the public.

The project will see the emergence of a completely new and high technology sector in Sri Lanka, the space industry, which will result in the creation of new skills and transfer of know how into the island, which is major objective of the BOI.

In addition to the launches of the three satellites, the project will lead to the construction of a space station/space academy on 10 acres of land that are located within the BOI Export Processing Zone at Pallekele. The value of the station is US$ 20 million.

This facility’s main role will be the controlling of satellites, while a space academy will conduct on the job training for Sri Lankan scientists in this new field.

The first satellite will offer Direct Home TV (DTH) to the satellite users, which is an area that is growing very fast worldwide. Planned future satellites in addition to DTH will also offer services such as broadcasting, events and up-linking, broadband services and backbone connectivity, broadband internet services access, and other telecommunications applications as well.
This BOI project also offers opportunities for providing services to other countries and Supreme SAT have already began discussions of cooperating with Afghanistan.


Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Nadeesha Hemamali's new love... Mohammed



A fresh romance has began to blossom for popular actress and producer Nadeesha Hemamali.

The gent, who is apparently a bigwig of Siyatha, is a married man and a father of two. According to buzz, he has apparently promised to marry Nadeesha after divorcing his wife. We learned he is muslim called Mohammed Yaseen.

He is also a frequent visitor at the Liyanage Mw, Pelawatta, where Nadeesha is currently residing.

Speaking to media recently, Nadeesha had admitted that she is a lover but has kept details under wraps.

Nadeesha, who rose to fame through her double act in her maiden production 'Athkanda lihini' also portrayed a role in the R.V. Udayakumar's Thelingu film 'Mister Rascal'.

She also has production house and advertising agency named Reel and Track.


How Rajapaksa sons became leading stock investors ?



 Rajapaksha Sons


Managala Samaraweera


UNP MP Mangala Samaraweera has questioned as to how a young MP and a Navy officer have become leading stock market investors.

Speaking to BBC Sandeshaya, he has posed the question as to how they had acquired such wealth.

It is the massive commissions obtained by president Mahinda Rajapaksa’s family for the loans received at very high interest from China that are thus being invested in the share market, he charged.

Cabinet spokesman Keheliya Rambukwella said foreign loans were obtained on collective decisions, but said he could not guarantee that members of government had not obtained commissions as alleged.

In an interview to Sunday Lankadeepa, president Rajapaksa’s youngest son Rohitha said none of his family members owned a home or a vehicle.

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