Sri Lanka is making constant efforts to restore human rights of its citizens despite attacks on reforms
Sri Lanka is making constant efforts to restore human rights of all its citizens but being a democracy it is…
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Human Rights Watch calls on Sri Lanka to adopt an action plan and timeline to implement Geneva proposals
The global human rights organization, Human Rights Watch (HRW) today urged the United nations members to insist on Sri Lanka…
Avant Garde files case citing losses during ‘take over’ by the Navy
In a case filed with the Colombo District Court, Avant Garde is seeking a sum of Rs. 2.4 billion that…
World Bank recommends multi-prong strategies to close Sri Lanka’s gender gap in the workforce
A new World Bank report has recommended multi-prong strategies to help women gain employment and then continue to thrive in…
Petition filed in Court of Appeal over Local Government Elections
A petition was filed before the Court of Appeal today, seeking an order nullifying the gazette notification with regard to…
Youth killed in Mullaitivu collision
An individual died following a motor accident in Pudukuduirippu, Mullaitivu According to the police, the accident had occurred on Tuesday…
Northern railway line under repairs after derailment
Repairs commenced on the northern railway line after it was damaged due to a train derailment. A train which was…
Sri Lankan President raises awareness in lack of women representation in politics
Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena says the current government is committed to increase female representation in politics and is formulating…
Investigations launched into Seeduwa shooting
An investigation is being conducted by the police, with regard to an incident where shots were fired at a jeep…
Commissioner General of Exams transferred to Education Ministry
The Commissioner General of Examinations W.M.N.J. Pushpakumara has been transferred to the Ministry of Education, with immediate effect. The Ministry…