Fonseka was convicted of offences ranging from corruption to engaging in politics in uniform after he challenged Rajapaksa in 2010 presidential polls
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1 min read26 Jan 2010The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared