Sri Lanka’s former President Mahinda Rajapaksa admitted to hospital for urgent medical care
Mr. Rajapaksa's hospitalisation comes amid legal proceedings involving his family, with his wife Shiranthi and elder son Namal facing separate…
The Hindu reports: Mr. Rajapaksa's hospitalisation comes amid legal proceedings involving his family, with his wife Shiranthi and elder son Namal facing separate investigations over alleged financial irregularities.
This world story centres on Sri Lanka. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include President Mahinda Rajapaksa, Shiranthi and Namal.
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