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Court Upholds Victim’s Rights After 13 Year Legal Battle Over Police Brutality

In a historic verdict highlighting accountability in law enforcement, the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka has ordered six police officers of the Thambuttegama Police to pay a compensation of Rs. 1.2 million from their personal funds to a youth who was brutally assaulted during a protest in 2012. The Supreme Court also directed the […]

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Human Rights Commission Launched Sri Lanka’s First-Ever Child Rights Unit.

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In a groundbreaking move for child protection in Sri Lanka, the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has officially launched a dedicated Child Rights Unit, marking the first time children are being formally recognized as rights holders on par with adults. This historic step is being widely hailed as a major victory for child

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Regaining Trust of Minorities Requires More Than Symbolic Actions

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The dates May 18-19 highlight a continuing divide in the country with few willing to look at the losses on the other side though they were all Sri Lankans. These two days in particular surface the uncomfortable truth that the country’s people have different memories, including the manner in which the three decade long

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Human Rights Commission Issues Guidelines to Prevent Custodial and Encounter Deaths in Police Operations

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In a significant move to uphold human rights and prevent custodial and encounter deaths, the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has issued its General Guidelines and Recommendations No. 1 of 2025 to the Sri Lanka Police. The newly introduced guidelines aim to strengthen protections for the right to life and bodily integrity, especially

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The Ministry of Women, Child Affairs, and Social Empowerment Launches Multi-Sectoral National Action Plan to address Sexual and Gender-Based Violence.

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The Ministry of Women, Child Affairs, and Social Empowerment has officially launched the Multi-Sectorial National Action Plan to Address Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in Sri Lanka (2024–2028), marking a significant policy step towards creating a society free from gender based violence and discrimination. The Action Plan, described as an “all-inclusive strategy,” brings together 13

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Local Government Election Outcome a Call for Inclusive Governance

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The peaceful and orderly conduct of the recently concluded local government elections which were held without the large-scale abuses of state power or otherwise that marred previous electoral cycles has marked a refreshing change from the past. It demonstrates a commendable commitment by the present government to uphold electoral integrity and democratic norms. We congratulate

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Community Collaboration Sparks New Vision for Human Rights First Aid Centres in Kantale and Anuradhapura

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In a vital step toward strengthening grassroots human rights initiatives, a series of successful programmes were conducted in Kantale and Anuradhapura, bringing together human rights defenders, young journalists, and small and medium entrepreneurs (SMEs). These sessions focused on the transformation and improvement of Human Rights First Aid Centers (HRFACs) to better meet the needs of

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Government is covering all bases but one

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Minister of Agriculture K D Lalkantha, one of the most senior members of the government, has made a statement regarding former president Ranil Wickremesinghe which has been a subject of speculation. Minister Lalkantha said that the former president has the best understanding of the present international economic order and the economic challenges facing the

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AI Accountability: Why It Matters for Sri Lanka

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is moving rapidly into Sri Lanka’s daily life — from social media algorithms shaping public opinion to AI-powered analytics in banking, and soon, into government services like digital IDs and welfare distribution. While these tools can bring efficiency and new opportunities, they also pose serious risks to rights, democracy, and social equity.

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Colombo Magistrate Orders Exhumation of Sathsara Nimesh Body Amid Custodial Death Concerns.

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Colombo Additional Magistrate Keminda Perera yesterday (9) ordered the exhumation of the body of Sathsara Nimesh, a youth from Meegahakivula, Badulla, who died while in Welikada Police custody. The Magistrate directed that a full post-mortem examination be conducted by a board of three specialist doctors, and the report submitted to the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. The

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Friendship with all, but India is No.1

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The government did everything in its power to welcome Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the three days in April 4-6 he was in Sri Lanka. The country is known for its hospitality and the government exceeded expectations in its hospitality. There were children to greet the prime minister at the airport along with

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Youth Dies in Custody at Welikada Police Station Amid Allegations of Torture

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A 26-year-old man, identified as Muthuwadige Sathsara Nimesh from Meegahakiwula, Badulla, has died while in police custody at the Welikada Police Station, raising serious concerns about alleged custodial torture. According to police reports, Nimesh was arrested on the night of April 1st in response to a complaint about a house break-in in the Nawala area.

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Court Upholds Victim’s Rights After 13 Year Legal Battle Over Police Brutality

Human Rights Commission Launched Sri Lanka’s First-Ever Child Rights Unit.

Regaining Trust of Minorities Requires More Than Symbolic Actions

Human Rights Commission Issues Guidelines to Prevent Custodial and Encounter Deaths in Police Operations

Local Government Election Outcome a Call for Inclusive Governance

Community Collaboration Sparks New Vision for Human Rights First Aid Centres in Kantale and Anuradhapura

Government is covering all bases but one

AI Accountability: Why It Matters for Sri Lanka

Friendship with all, but India is No.1

Youth Dies in Custody at Welikada Police Station Amid Allegations of Torture

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