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MasterChef Sri Lanka Set to Premiere on ITN This September
A Sri Lankan version of the global cooking competition *MasterChef* is set to launch on ITN this...
India Extends Financial Support for Ferry Service Between Northern Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu
India has announced the extension of its LKR 300 million financial assistance to sustain the...
Sri Lanka to be warmer by 2030
Daytime to be unsuitable to work
A new World Bank report has warned that nearly 1.8 billion people across South Asia – including Sri...
Connect Without a SIM:
The Future is eSIM!
Gone are the days you needed a tiny SIM card to stay connected. The future is here with eSIM—or...
BYD Expands Electric Mobility in Sri Lanka
Luxury Lineup and Dealer Network
Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD is rapidly advancing in Sri Lanka’s EV market through a strategic...
Kush Crisis: From Sierra Leone’s Graveyards to Sri Lanka’s Airport
On May 12, 2025, Charlotte May Lee, a 21-year-old former flight attendant from South London, was...

Strengthening Defense Ties: India Enhances Training and Support for Sri Lankan Officers

In a recent development, India has announced a series of specialized capacity-building training...

Aswesuma Extends Benefits for Transitional and Vulnerable Groups

The Aswesuma Welfare Benefit Program has extended its special allowances for transitional and...

The Legacy of R. Sampanthan: A Story of Leadership and Commitment

In the annals of Sri Lankan politics, the name R. Sampanthan stands out as a beacon of Tamil...

India eyeing cobalt in disputed waters with Sri Lanka

by Arundathie Abeysinghe Colombo (AsiaNews) – India is trying to secure exploration rights for a...

Sri Lanka’s Debt Restructuring: A Comprehensive Overview

Sri Lanka is undergoing a significant debt restructuring process to stabilize its economy and meet...

Expert Forum on Ongoing Torture Despite Extensive Anti-Torture Legislation

On June 26, 2024, the Right to Life Human Rights Centre, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka...

Right to Life Human Right Center Statement on the Need for Implementation of Anti-Torture Rules and Regulations in Sri Lanka

In observance of the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture on June 26, 2024, it is...

Afghanistan Qualifies for First World Cup Semi-Final in Historic Win Over Bangladesh

In a landmark moment for Afghan cricket, Afghanistan has qualified for the semi-finals of the ICC...

Upright Institutions Needed For Sri Lanka’s Recovery

With elections and a change of government in one way or the other imminent, the independent...

Right to Life Human Rights Centre Partners with Netherlands Embassy to Bolster Advocacy

In a significant move to enhance human rights advocacy, Mr. Philip Dissanayake, Executive Director...

Sri Lanka Launches Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre with Indian Support

In a significant step towards enhancing maritime safety and coordination, Sri Lanka has launched a...

What’s Next for Sri Lanka in Debt Restructuring?

Sri Lanka is poised to sign a significant debt restructuring agreement with a group of creditor...

Landmark Judgment Under the Convention Against Torture Act: Sri Lankan Police Officers Sentenced

In a landmark judgment under the Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading...

World Bank Approves $150 million to Improve Primary Healthcare Services in Sri Lanka

WASHINGTON, June 24, 2024— The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved $150 million...

Gender Identities and Judicial Cannibalism

by Ajith Perakum Jayasinghe The term “judicial cannibalism” is more metaphorical than a...

IMF ‘Conditions’ for Sri Lanka’s Second Tranche of EFF: Addressing Popular Criticisms

The Sri Lankan government’s submission to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the 2024...

Boosting Female Labour Force Participation, Key for Sri Lanka to Progress

Key Statistics Female Labour Force Participation in Sri Lanka: 29.4% Male Labour Force Participation...