Sri Lanka Political Crisis

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WorldDec 16, 2018, 2:00 PM IST
As Sri Lankan political crisis nears end, Ranil Wickremesinghe reappointed as PM: What it means for India
WorldNov 16, 2018, 1:48 PM IST
Sri Lankan political crisis intensifies as ministers fight in Parliament over PM dispute
WorldNov 10, 2018, 12:28 PM IST
Sri Lankan political crisis deepens as President Maithripala Sirisena dissolves Parliament

The political crisis in the country began when Maithripala Sirisena sacked Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and named former President Mahinda Rajapakse as the premier on October 26. However, Wickremesinghe has refused to leave the official residence
IndiaNov 6, 2018, 9:50 AM IST
Sri Lanka's political crisis: What’s there for India and China

Political turmoil in the island nation was triggered late on October 26 when Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena appointed his predecessor Mahinda Rajapaksa as Prime Minister. It was opposed by Ranil Wickremesinghe, who insists he's still in charge. The two are now set to face off in parliament in a confidence vote.
WorldOct 28, 2018, 11:17 AM IST
Sri Lanka's political crisis: Parliament suspended, PM resists sacking; India keeps silent

As Sri Lankan political crisis nears end, Ranil Wickremesinghe reappointed as PM: What it means for India