Journalists Association condemns proposed Anti-Terror Bill
The Sri Lanka Working Journalists Association (SLWJA) has strongly opposed the proposed “Protection of the State from Terrorism Act,” warning that it poses a serious threat to democracy and fundamental human rights. Issuing a statement, the Association said this so-called…
NPP MP, Police Constable trade assault claims, probe launched
Police say investigations are underway into the conduct of a Constable attached to the Sooriyakanda Police Station, following reports of an incident involving National People’s Power (NPP) MP Shantha Pathma Kumara. According to a Police statement, the Constable was admitted…
Man arrested with over 08kg of ‘ICE’ in Karandeniya
A 39‑year‑old resident of Karandeniya was arrested yesterday (21) after Police found 8.58 kilos of ‘ICE’ narcotics in his possession. According to the Police, the suspect was arrested following a raid carried out by officers of the Elpitiya Division Crime…
Communist Party delegation from China to visit SL this week
A high‑level delegation from the Communist Party of China (CPC), led by a Member of the 20th Central Committee of the CPC and Secretary of the CPC Committee of the Xizang Autonomous Region, Wang Junzheng, will visit Sri Lanka later…
Five arrested over unlawful gathering in Jaffna
Five individuals arrested for participating in an unlawful gathering outside Tissa Raja Maha Vihara in Thaiyiddy, Jaffna, were produced before the Malpitiya Magistrate’s Court and released on bail of Rs. 100,000 each. According to the Police, the Mallakam Magistrate’s Court…
Human Rights Activist demands explanation from MP Sritharan
Former Commissioner of the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka, Ambika Satkunanathan, has questioned Illankai Tamil Arasu Kadchi (ITAK) MP Sivagnanam Shritharan’s move to vote in favour of appointing a serving army officer as Auditor General “Shritharan of ITAK, a…
Cardinal questions Education Ministry’s Sex Ed Curriculum
Archbishop of Colombo, His Eminence, Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith, has strongly criticized the government’s ongoing education reforms, claiming they strip parents of their rights and undermine Sri Lanka’s cultural and religious foundations. Speaking at a ceremony held at St. Joseph’s Church…
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Facebook tests £9.99 monthly subscription for sharing more than two links
Facebook is testing placing a limit on how many links some users can share when they post on the social media platform. Notifications seen by some users based in the UK and US say they can only share a certain…
Store Manager shot dead in Ambalangoda
The manager of a business establishment in Ambalangoda town was shot this morning (22). It is reported that the manager succumbed to his injuries at the scene following the shooting. According to the Police, the attack was carried out by…