Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
President of Sri Lanka from 2019 to 2022
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Mahinda and Gotabaya Rajapaksa are accused of war crimes following the NPP government taking power.Some support1 report
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A petition regarding the arrest of Gotabaya Rajapaksa was sought consideration by the Court of Appeal.Well supported4 reports
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Growers were affected by concessions implemented during Gotabaya Rajapaksa's period.Some support1 report
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Political instability led to the presidential resignation of Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who is now under law enforcement scrutiny in Sri Lanka.Well supported11 reports4 developments inside
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Gotabaya Rajapaksa is accused of war crimes related to land held by Forest departments in Mullaitivu.Some support1 report
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The CID launched an investigation into civil society complaints, noting that NMRA operated under Gotabaya Rajapaksa's presidential administration.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Johnston Fernando was indicted in a Galle case, leading to legal requests for a trial appointment involving Mahinda and Gotabaya Rajapaksa's associates.Some support2 reports
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The government involving the three key figures demonstrated greater portfolio stability and fewer ministerial changes.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Bandara served under Gotabaya Rajapaksa's administration in Sri Lanka starting June 1, 2026.Well supported3 reports
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On May 11, 2009, government officials took action against Gotabaya Rajapaksa using visa cancellation and deportation.Some support1 report
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Leadership succession and internal political rivalries are emerging within the SLPP, involving Gotabaya, Namal, and Basil Rajapaksa.Some support1 report
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The Court of Appeal is handling petitions regarding money laundering charges and arrests involving Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Yoshitha Rajapaksa, and Anura Kumara Dissanayake.Some support6 reports2 developments inside
One to three months ago
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Gotabaya Rajapaksa is cited by the CID in court regarding his tenure as president of Sri Lanka.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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An inquiry has begun into a procurement deal concerning the purchase of MiG aircraft, involving Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Mahinda Rajapaksa.Some support2 reports
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Gotabaya Rajapaksa is the son of Mahinda Rajapaksa.Well supported3 reports
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Amnesty International monitors and publishes reports regarding alleged war crimes ordered by the Sri Lankan government during the civil war, involving Gotabaya Rajapaksa.Some support1 report
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Dissanayake's government reopened investigations into attacks, while Rajapaksa led a conspiracy for a political comeback in Sri Lanka.Well supported23 reports1 development inside
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Gotabaya Rajapaksa was the younger brother of Mahinda Rajapaksa, and he believes conspiracies targeted his rise to power.Some support1 report
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A political crisis unfolds in Sri Lanka involving high-profile figures including Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Sajith Premadasa, and Ranil Wickremesinghe.Some support3 reports6 developments inside
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A political entity founded by Rajapaksa's support base, which has been leading the government since 2022, was arrested over alleged death threats.Some support1 report
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Gotabaya Rajapaksa is linked to the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings during investigations into his administration and the State Intelligence Service.Some support1 report
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The government was in power during Gotabaya Rajapaksa's presidency in 2004.Some support1 report
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Narendra Modi and Gotabaya Rajapaksa are discussing the shared concerns of regional economic instability and youth discontent.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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A senior official of the Catholic Church helped the institution in various ways, maintaining a friendly connection with Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who was President of Sri Lanka on May 28, 2026.Some support3 reports
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Allegations surfaced regarding the misuse of presidential office funds involving Gotabaya Rajapaksa and the Presidential Secretariat.Some support2 reports
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Gotabaya Rajapaksa is alleged to have played a role in enabling a nomination process.Some support1 report
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Gotabaya Rajapaksa filed a petition to prevent his arrest, citing the CID and PTA regulations.Well supported4 reports
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Investigations are underway in Sri Lanka into 2019 attacks, leading to the impoundment of passports for key figures.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Rajapaksa's actions are reported to reflect systemic failures.Some support1 report
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Gotabaya Rajapaksa won the presidency due to national fear, while Maithripala Sirisena was the sitting president in Sri Lanka.Some support1 report
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Parliament appointed a select committee to investigate terrorist attacks and the 2019 Easter bombings.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Investigations are underway involving Gotabaya Rajapaksa concerning the Easter Sunday attacks.Some support1 report
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Appointments made by the government during tenure were influenced by requests from a senior ecclesiastical official of the Catholic Church.Some support2 reports
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President of Sri Lanka resigned amid economic crisis, followed by IMF financial support for stabilization.Some support8 reports2 developments inside
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Gotabaya Rajapaksa, former President of Sri Lanka, is linked to a Central Bank bond scam involving elite members.Some support1 report
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The State Intelligence Service failed to warn Gotabaya Rajapaksa's leadership about the severity of protests in Sri Lanka.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Political turmoil led to Gotabaya Rajapaksa's forced resignation in 2006.Some support2 reports
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A court order was issued against former Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, involving state intelligence operations.Some support1 report
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Suresh Sallay, the former chief of the State Intelligence Service, was a close associate of Gotabaya Rajapaksa and the SIS operated within the Sri Lankan government.Some support1 report
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Gotabaya Rajapaksa's tenure ended due to the 2022 economic collapse, contributing to hopes for political reconciliation in Sri Lanka.Well supported7 reports
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Around Gotabaya Rajapaksa this week
News at the entities that move Gotabaya Rajapaksa most-
Criminal Investigation Department StructuralThe Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of Assam Police constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Guwahati.Moves Gotabaya Rajapaksa
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Sri Lanka StructuralThe Sri Lankan government is seeking to attract investment and expand production.Moves Gotabaya Rajapaksa
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Court of Appeal OperationalThe Court of Appeal issued a stay order on legal challenges brought in the High Court regarding the VSLF model.Moves Gotabaya Rajapaksa
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Anura Kumara Dissanayake OperationalAnura Kumara Dissanayake submitted new regulations governing import and export activities.Moves Gotabaya Rajapaksa
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Mahinda Rajapaksa StructuralExperts examine elephant remains in Sri Lanka while an audit reveals customs officers claimed false overtime, alongside a tribute from Mahinda Rajapaksa.Moves Gotabaya Rajapaksa
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Financial Crimes Investigation Division OperationalShiranthi Rajapaksa is under investigation regarding alleged misuse of funds from the National Savings Bank intended for Lady Ridgeway Hospital's CT scanner.Moves Gotabaya Rajapaksa
Connections
The 40 strongest of 50, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Sri Lanka Structural
Gotabaya Rajapaksa served as the President and head of state of Sri Lanka, leading the country through periods of political and economic crisis.
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Mahinda Rajapaksa Structural
The brothers' political careers were structurally intertwined through shared administrations and hierarchical roles.
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Court of Appeal Operational
Gotabaya Rajapaksa actively engages the Court of Appeal by filing petitions and appeals regarding his arrest and tenure.
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Criminal Investigation Department Structural
Gotabaya Rajapaksa is formally under investigation by the Criminal Investigation Department for money laundering and terror attacks.
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Central Bank Operational
Linked to the Central Bank bond scam.
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CiD Operational
CiD is currently under investigation regarding the 2019 Easter bombings, which involve Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
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State Intelligence Service Structural
The State Intelligence Service was integral to Rajapaksa's security apparatus and was involved in matters concerning his tenure.
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Anura Kumara Dissanayake Operational
Dissanayake's administration is actively pursuing legal and political accountability for past corruption and security issues involving the Rajapaksa family.
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Keith Noyahr Transactional
A was involved in exposing corruption links between the two regarding the 2006 MiG-27 procurement.
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Alwis Transactional
Alwis produced a report that was used to support the defense of Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
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supreme court Structural
Gotabaya Rajapaksa sought legal protection from the Supreme Court against arrest.
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Sri Lanka Army Structural
The evidence suggests that Gotabaya Rajapaksa created and directed a shadow operational system within the structure of the Sri Lanka Army.
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Presidential Secretariat Structural
The individual is alleged to be utilizing the office's resources for the misuse of presidential office funds.
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Udaya Gammanpila Structural
Udaya Gammanpila served as a cabinet minister under Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
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PTA Transactional
PTA's regulations are being invoked in a legal process concerning the likelihood of arrest for Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
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Financial Crimes Investigation Division Operational
Gotabaya Rajapaksa is currently undergoing an inquiry by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division regarding financial misconduct and corruption.
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Namal Rajapaksa Operational
The relationship is characterized by ongoing family political rivalries and competition over leadership succession.
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Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Structural
The agency was founded with the foundational support and influence of Gotabaya Rajapaksa's family and political base.
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Parinda Ranasinghe Operational
The two individuals are currently involved in an investigation into alleged misuse of state funds.
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Sri Lanka Air Force Operational
Gotabaya Rajapaksa is involved in the official process regarding the Sri Lanka Air Force's investigation into the MiG aircraft purchase.
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The evidence indicates a reciprocal and close personal relationship between Gotabaya Rajapaksa and the senior ecclesiastical official of the Catholic Church.
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Ranil Wickremesinghe Operational
The relationship is defined by a shared operational context involving the alleged misuse of presidential funds and political accountability.
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parliament Structural
Gotabaya Rajapaksa operated within the governmental structure, including the parliament, during his tenure.
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government Shared context
Rajapaksa's presidency was historically succeeded by the Sirisena Government.
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Ranga Dissanayake Operational
Ranga Dissanayake is tasked with investigating Gotabaya Rajapaksa's past actions.
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Shiranthi Rajapaksa Structural
Shiranthi Rajapaksa is the wife of Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
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Channel 4 News Mentioned together
The news outlet reports on government actions, including visa cancellation and deportation.
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Ali Sabry Structural
Ali Sabry acted as Gotabaya Rajapaksa's legal representative.
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Mullaitivu Shared context
A is linked to B as the location where alleged war crimes took place during the civil war.
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Kapila Chandrasena Operational
The entities were involved in an operational capacity within an airline business venture where shared decisions led to significant financial losses.
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South Asia Shared context
Gotabaya Rajapaksa's political actions and tenure as president unfolded within the geopolitical context of South Asia.
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Maithripala Sirisena Mentioned together
A potential link exists as a commission established under B investigated failures during his tenure.
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central bank Mentioned together
The entities are co-mentioned in the context of seeking an IMF bailout.
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Yoshitha Rajapaksa Transactional
The relationship is defined by shared family background and involvement in specific legal proceedings regarding money laundering charges.
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Kollupitiya Shared context
A was physically located in the Kollupitiya area when an arrest took place.
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West Asia Shared context
The evidence suggests that geopolitical conflicts in the West Asia region influenced the currency crisis.
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Basil Rajapaksa Mentioned together
Basil Rajapaksa is the younger brother of Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
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state Shared context
A's actions are observed against the backdrop of systemic failures of B.
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Welimada Shared context
The single snapshot links A's period to concessions affecting growers, but does not explicitly couple A and B.
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Albert Malcolm Ranjith Patabendige Don Mentioned together
No evidence was provided linking the two entities.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
3 eventsSeptember 2026
7 events- Dissanayake, Rajapaksa, and Wickremesinghe are leading institutional change efforts and stabilizing the economy via IMF talks.
- Johnston Fernando was indicted in a Galle case, leading to legal requests for a trial appointment involving Mahinda and Gotabaya Rajapaksa's associates.
- On May 11, 2009, government officials took action against Gotabaya Rajapaksa using visa cancellation and deportation.
- Leadership succession and internal political rivalries are emerging within the SLPP, involving Gotabaya, Namal, and Basil Rajapaksa.
- An inquiry has begun into a procurement deal concerning the purchase of MiG aircraft, involving Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Mahinda Rajapaksa.
- Amnesty International monitors and publishes reports regarding alleged war crimes ordered by the Sri Lankan government during the civil war, involving Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
- Gotabaya Rajapaksa was the younger brother of Mahinda Rajapaksa, and he believes conspiracies targeted his rise to power.
August 2026
4 events- The government involving the three key figures demonstrated greater portfolio stability and fewer ministerial changes.
- A political entity founded by Rajapaksa's support base, which has been leading the government since 2022, was arrested over alleged death threats.
- Gotabaya Rajapaksa is linked to the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings during investigations into his administration and the State Intelligence Service.
- The government was in power during Gotabaya Rajapaksa's presidency in 2004.
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July 2026
3 events- Narendra Modi and Gotabaya Rajapaksa are discussing the shared concerns of regional economic instability and youth discontent.
- Allegations surfaced regarding the misuse of presidential office funds involving Gotabaya Rajapaksa and the Presidential Secretariat.
- Gotabaya Rajapaksa is alleged to have played a role in enabling a nomination process.
June 2026
24 events- A petition regarding the arrest of Gotabaya Rajapaksa was sought consideration by the Court of Appeal.
- Political instability led to the presidential resignation of Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who is now under law enforcement scrutiny in Sri Lanka.
- The CID launched an investigation into civil society complaints, noting that NMRA operated under Gotabaya Rajapaksa's presidential administration.
- Bandara served under Gotabaya Rajapaksa's administration in Sri Lanka starting June 1, 2026.
- The Court of Appeal is handling petitions regarding money laundering charges and arrests involving Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Yoshitha Rajapaksa, and Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
- Gotabaya Rajapaksa is cited by the CID in court regarding his tenure as president of Sri Lanka.
- Gotabaya Rajapaksa is the son of Mahinda Rajapaksa.
- Dissanayake's government reopened investigations into attacks, while Rajapaksa led a conspiracy for a political comeback in Sri Lanka.
- A political crisis unfolds in Sri Lanka involving high-profile figures including Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Sajith Premadasa, and Ranil Wickremesinghe.
- A senior official of the Catholic Church helped the institution in various ways, maintaining a friendly connection with Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who was President of Sri Lanka on May 28, 2026.
- Gotabaya Rajapaksa filed a petition to prevent his arrest, citing the CID and PTA regulations.
- Investigations are underway in Sri Lanka into 2019 attacks, leading to the impoundment of passports for key figures.
- Rajapaksa's actions are reported to reflect systemic failures.
- Gotabaya Rajapaksa won the presidency due to national fear, while Maithripala Sirisena was the sitting president in Sri Lanka.
- Parliament appointed a select committee to investigate terrorist attacks and the 2019 Easter bombings.
- Investigations are underway involving Gotabaya Rajapaksa concerning the Easter Sunday attacks.
- Appointments made by the government during tenure were influenced by requests from a senior ecclesiastical official of the Catholic Church.
- President of Sri Lanka resigned amid economic crisis, followed by IMF financial support for stabilization.
- Gotabaya Rajapaksa, former President of Sri Lanka, is linked to a Central Bank bond scam involving elite members.
- The State Intelligence Service failed to warn Gotabaya Rajapaksa's leadership about the severity of protests in Sri Lanka.
- Political turmoil led to Gotabaya Rajapaksa's forced resignation in 2006.
- A court order was issued against former Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, involving state intelligence operations.
- Suresh Sallay, the former chief of the State Intelligence Service, was a close associate of Gotabaya Rajapaksa and the SIS operated within the Sri Lankan government.
- Gotabaya Rajapaksa's tenure ended due to the 2022 economic collapse, contributing to hopes for political reconciliation in Sri Lanka.