Sri Lanka's presidential secretariat has been issuing the President’s statement even after he had fled the official residence when thousands of people stormed it on Saturday.
Sri Lanka is currently facing its worst economic crisis since gaining independence from the British.
President Rajapaksa is yet to resign formally, however, he informed the Speaker on Saturday that he will quit on July 13.
It was a terrific effort by Chandimal, who stitched some crucial partnerships with the middle order to give the home side the edge after a disappointing batting performance in the first test that they lost by ten wickets.
The Army categorically denied having opened fire towards the protesters, but said it fired a few rounds in the air and towards the sidewalls of the main gate entrance to the President’s House compound as a deterrent.
When Australia's tour to Sri Lanka was announced, everybody had predicted that the mighty Aussies will easily steamroll the host side and will clinch every series that was a part of their tour.
The Aussies lost 9 wickets in the final session of day 4 which resulted in an innings defeat for them.
The protesters were watching television in the President's house and were rolling around on the President's bed.
Sri Lanka news: TMC MLA Idris Ali said PM Modi will also have to resign and flee the country just like Sri Lankan President.
Local media reported that Rajapaksa instructed several officials to carry out the distribution of gas as the first ship arrives at Kerawalapitiya this afternoon (July 10).
Sri Lanka crisis: The MEA said: "India stands with the people of Sri Lanka as they seek to realize their aspirations for prosperity and progress through democratic means and values, established institutions and constitutional framework."
Protests in Sri Lanka turned ugly when people stormed the residences of the President and Prime Minister in Colombo. Videos from the time are going viral on social media.
Sri Lanka crisis: The meeting of the main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) and its constituent parties will be attended by leader of Opposition Sajith Premadasa, leader of Sri Lanka Muslim Congress Rauff Hakeem and some more leaders.
Political corruption is a problem; not only did it play a role in the country squandering its wealth, but it also complicates any financial rescue for Sri Lanka.
Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) fire brigade said they were informed that the Prime Minister's private residence in Colombo was set on fire and its teams were unable to reach the location due to the unrest.
AUS vs SL 2nd Test, Day 3 Highlights: Sri lanka 431/6, lead by 67 runs
Sri Lanka crisis: Rajapaksa's announcement to resign came soon after Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said he would leave office. Pressure on both leaders grew as the economic meltdown set off acute shortages of essential items.
Sri Lanka crisis: Sri Lanka’s economy is in a state of collapse, muddling through with aid from India and other countries as its leaders try to negotiate a bailout with the International Monetary Fund.
Sri Lanka crisis: The incident came hours after Wickremesinghe offered to resign to make way for an all-party government, as protests intensified in the country for the resignation of the government led by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
Sri Lanka crisis: The PM earlier said that he is willing to resign and make way for an all-party government to take over in the country.
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