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The Colombo Magistrate\u2019s Court has ordered the release of former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and his son, Ramith Rambukwella, on bail.<\/p>\n

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The Colombo Magistrate\u2019s Court has ordered the release of former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and his son, Ramith Rambukwella, on bail. 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