Mahinda Rajapaksa takes oath as new Prime Minister 10:38:00 AM IFTTT, News Leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Mahinda Rajapaksa took oaths as the new prime minister of Sri Lanka a short while ago. Share this Share on FacebookTweet on TwitterPlus on Google+ Related PostsPresident to attend Modi's swearing-in ceremonyMany countries relax travel restriction on Sri LankaNew Cyber Security law to protect cyber attacksNew Air Force CommanderPresident handed over a donation to the mother of late Police Sg BhatiyaTwo Ministers and a State Minister Sworn In