Tag: Sri Lanka

Is There a Decision to Reduce Electricity Bills by 22.5% with the Appointment of New President Anura Kumara Dissanayake?

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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Since Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s appointment as president, social media has seen a surge of misleading posts targeting both him and his newly formed government. Many of these posts spread false or exaggerated claims, often distorting facts about his policies, actions, and appointments. Social Media Posts Amidst the political climate and […]

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Old Video Viral Again as Recent Statement of Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa 

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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Ending corruption and bringing those who robbed the country bankrupt to justice were key themes of recently elected president Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s election campaign. Social Media Posts  Against this backdrop, a video going viral on social media implies that former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa recently stated that he had only received […]

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No Candidate Secured More Than 50% Votes in SL Presidential Election 

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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel As the announcement of the presidential election winner was delayed, social media circles were flooded with false claims and misleading reports about the final election results. Many fake results were circulated, causing confusion and misinformation among the public. It is essential to rely on official sources and verified news outlets […]

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Viral Image of an Empty Hall Claiming to Show the Vehicle Assembly Factory in Kuliyapitiya is Misleading

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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Western Automobile Assembly, a newly opened motor vehicle assembly plant in Kuliyapitiya, has become the subject of numerous misleading claims on social media. These narratives have sparked confusion, with some questioning the factory’s legitimacy and operations.  However, the plant is a significant development in Sri Lanka’s automotive industry, aiming to […]

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Viral Video of People Carrying Gas Cylinders Falsely Claimed to Be from Bangladesh – Actually from Sri Lanka in 2022

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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Towards the latter part of former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s tenure, the Sri Lankan public had to endure severe economic hardships, including fuel shortages, long gas queues, and other supply chain disruptions, causing immense difficulties for the public.  Many people captured these challenges on their mobile phones, documenting the long lines […]

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Summary of Election Manifestos of the Key Candidates 

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In this article, we will outline the key policies and promises made by the three main candidates in Sri Lanka’s upcoming presidential election: President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, and NPP Leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake, as detailed in their respective election manifestos. President Ranil Wickremesinghe  The election manifesto of President  Ranil Wickremesinghe, a candidate […]

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Election Misinformation: The Truth Behind the Fake Trump Endorsement of Sri Lanka’s NPP Leader

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In recent times, advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and voice cloning technology have raised concerns about the spread of misinformation, especially during election seasons. A video has been circulating on social media claiming that former US President Donald Trump expressed support for Anura Kumara Dissanayake, the leader of the National People’s Power Party in Sri […]

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False Survey Claim about Presidential Election in Sri Lanka

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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel As the Sri Lankan presidential election approaches, a wave of fake surveys is circulated on social media, misleading the public with false predictions and fabricated data. These surveys often claim results favouring specific candidates, creating confusion among voters. It’s important for people to rely on official sources and credible media […]

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