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BASL: Upholding the Rule of Law Key to Curbing Police Encounter Deaths

Colombo, Feb 25 (Daily Mirror) – The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has asserted that extrajudicial killings are not a viable solution to escalating criminal activity, insisting that upholding the rule of law is essential to effectively curb crime. The BASL is urging the Acting Inspector General of Police to launch a swift, impartial […]

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Advancing and Transforming Human Rights First Aid Centres Programme Successfully Conducted

Advancing and Transforming Human Rights First Aid Centres Programme Successfully Conducted

The “Advancing and Transforming Human Rights First Aid Centres Programme” was successfully held on 21st February at the Hector Kobbekaduwa Agrarian Centre, bringing together district Human Rights First Aid Centre coordinators from across the country. The primary objective of the program was to evaluate the progress of these centres and develop a strategic action plan

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Four Police Constables Arrested Over Death of Young Father in Wadduwa

Four police constables from the Wadduwa Police Station were arrested yesterday (12) in connection with the death of 24-year-old Samith Dilshan, a father of one from the Talpitiya area in Wadduwa. Police Media Spokesperson, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Buddhika Manathunga, confirmed that the arrests were made by the Panadura Divisional Crime Investigation Unit. The

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Concerns Rise Over Potential USAID Funding Cuts for NGOs in Sri Lanka

Local non-governmental organizations (NGOs) fear that funding for human rights, gender equality, and diversity-related initiatives could be significantly impacted following the United States’ decision to halt USAID funding. The National NGO Secretariat has requested a meeting with USAID to discuss the possible repercussions for NGOs operating in Sri Lanka, as well as the potential impact

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HRCSL Expresses Concern Over Detention of Rohingya Asylum Seekers in Mullaitivu, Calls for Urgent Action

Colombo, January 31, 2025 – The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has issued a detailed report on the status of 116 Rohingya asylum seekers detained at the Mullaitivu Air Force Camp, calling for immediate action to ensure their well-being and rights under international human rights standards. According to the HRCSL, the group, which

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Human Bones Discovered During Highway Excavation: Third Phase of Excavation Underway

Colombo, Sri Lanka – On August 13, 2024, human bones were accidentally discovered during excavation work for the highway connecting Igurukade Junction and the Colombo Port. Following the discovery, the Colombo Extra Line Magistrate ordered an official excavation of the site, which commenced on September 5, 2024. During the initial phase of excavation, which lasted

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Human Rights Defenders Training Conducted in Batticaloa in Collaboration with RDPO Sri Lanka

Right to Life Human Rights Centre, in collaboration with RDPO Sri Lanka and with the support of Misereor, successfully conducted a Human Rights Defenders Training program in Batticaloa. The training, aimed at empowering local human rights defenders, was a significant step toward building a robust foundation for the protection and promotion of human rights in

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Meeting in Batticaloa Highlights Human Rights Challenges and Solutions

Today(26th), a collaborative discussion took place in Batticaloa with lawyers and journalists, focusing on pressing human rights issues in the region. The meeting explored effective solutions and mechanisms to address these challenges while emphasizing the role of active citizens in safeguarding rights. Participants shared insights, strategies, and experiences, reinforcing the importance of collaboration between legal

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