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After Negombo, Now Mahara
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After Negombo, Now Mahara

The Mahara Prison unrest has transformed what initially appeared to be an isolated disturbance into something far more troubling: a…

byTeam Independent03/08/202603/08/2026
The Cost of Inaction Former Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando and EX-IGP Pujith Jayasundera Sentenced to Death
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The Cost of Inaction Former Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando and EX-IGP Pujith Jayasundera Sentenced to Death

Trial-at-Bar finds former Defence Secretary and former Inspector General of Police criminally liable over failures that preceded the Easter Sunday…

byTeam Independent01/08/202601/08/2026
Exports Pass US$9 Billion as Recovery Gains Momentum
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Exports Pass US$9 Billion as Recovery Gains Momentum

Strong numbers mask tougher questions about competitiveness and future growth Sri Lanka’s exports have crossed the US$9 billion mark during…

byTeam Independent31/07/202631/07/2026
Retirement Age Debate Moves To Centre Stage
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Retirement Age Debate Moves To Centre Stage

Judicial reforms expected to face continued legal and constitutional scrutiny The debate surrounding proposed changes to the retirement age of…

byTeam Independent30/07/202630/07/2026
Sri Lanka’s Coastline Is Disappearing – Can It Still Be Saved?
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Sri Lanka’s Coastline Is Disappearing – Can It Still Be Saved?

Sri Lanka’s coastline has always been one of its greatest natural assets. Stretching for more than 1,300 kilometres, it supports…

byTeam Independent25/07/202625/07/2026
Justice Minister Sails Past “No-Confidence” Motion as Government Holds Its Line
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Justice Minister Sails Past “No-Confidence” Motion as Government Holds Its Line

Does the Dickwella Incident Reflect a Wider Erosion of Respect for Law Enforcement? Minister of Justice and National Integration Harshana…

byTeam Independent25/07/202625/07/2026
Beyond Higher Tax Rates: How Sri Lanka Can Raise Tax Revenue to 20% of GDP
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Beyond Higher Tax Rates: How Sri Lanka Can Raise Tax Revenue to 20% of GDP

Sri Lanka’s fiscal recovery has made significant progress over the past two years, with tax revenues rebounding following sweeping reforms…

bySienna De Silva24/07/202624/07/2026
When the Police Come Under Attack
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When the Police Come Under Attack

Does the Dickwella Incident Reflect a Wider Erosion of Respect for Law Enforcement? The assault on police officers in Dickwella…

byTeam Independent24/07/202624/07/2026
When the Law Judges Its Own Enforcers
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When the Law Judges Its Own Enforcers

Supreme Court Rules Deshabandu Tennakoon Violated Fundamental Rights During Aragalaya Arrest One of Sri Lanka’s most consequential judgments on police…

byTeam Independent24/07/202624/07/2026
Jaffna Airport : A Gateway With Far Greater Potential Than Its Present Traffic
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Jaffna Airport : A Gateway With Far Greater Potential Than Its Present Traffic

Northern Sri Lanka’s International Airport Continues to Grow, But Questions Remain About Whether It Is Being Used To Its Full…

byTeam Independent23/07/202624/07/2026

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