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Unmasking Illegal Presidential Pardons in Sri Lanka
Corruption · Sri Lanka

Unmasking Illegal Presidential Pardons in Sri Lanka

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A police investigation reveals that convicts ineligible for presidential pardons have been released illegally in Sri Lanka. Under President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's administration, a probe began after the controversial release of W.H. Athula Tilakaratne, highlighting past abuses in pardon processes.See the Story
Jonathan Cook - Why BBC editors must one day stand trial for colluding in Israel’s genocide - Brave New Europe
Gaza · Gaza

Jonathan Cook - Why BBC editors must one day stand trial for colluding in Israel’s genocide - Brave New Europe

In a confrontation with BBC news chief Richard Burgess, journalist Peter Oborne sets out six ways the state broadcaster has wilfully misled audiences on Israel’s destruction of Gaza Jonathan Cook is the author of three books on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and a winner of the Martha Gellhorn Special Prize for Journalism. His website and blog can be found at www.jonathan-cook.net Cross-posted from Jonathan Cook’s Blog Veteran journalist Pet…See the Story
Establishing The Supremacy Of The Constitution Over Parliament - Colombo Telegraph
Sri Lanka · Sri Lanka

Establishing The Supremacy Of The Constitution Over Parliament - Colombo Telegraph

By Jayampathy Wickramaratne – Dr. Jayampathy Wickramaratne PC In a country where the Constitution is supreme, all conduct that is inconsistent with it is invalid. This includes parliamentary legislation, which may be reviewed by the judiciary, potentially resulting in inconsistent provisions being declared invalid. Ideally, other actions of Parliament, such as the conduct of its proceedings and the adoption of resolutions, should also be subject…See the Story

Media organisations urge President Disanayake to strengthen RTI Commission • Sri Lanka Brief

A host of media organisations have urged President Anura Kumara Disanayake to strengthen the Right to Information (RTI) Commission. They have sent an urgent letter to the President, calling for immediate action to address critical issues impacting on the institutional integrity of the Right to Information (RTI) Commission. The organisations are Sri Lanka Press Institute, its Constituents Newspaper Society of Sri Lanka, The Editors’ Guild of Sri …Corruption · Sri LankaRead Article

Delays In Approving UN-Backed Research Vessel Raise Concerns Over Sri Lanka’s Marine Resource Management - Colombo Telegraph

By Ayesh Indranath Ranawaka – Ayesh Indranath Ranawaka In a concerning turn of events, Sri Lanka’s government has yet to grant approval for the arrival of the _Dr. Fridtjof Nansen_, a state-of-the-art Norwegian research vessel operating under the United Nations. This delay has sparked deep concern among marine experts and stakeholders, especially given the vessel’s critical role in sustainable fisheries and oceanic research. Previously, a one-ye…United Nations · ColomboSee the Story

Sri Lanka: Letter to the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights on his upcoming visit • Sri Lanka Brief

INGOs write a public letter in connection with the UN High Commissioner’s forthcoming visit to Sri Lanka, from June 23 to 26, 2025, recognizing his office’s continued engagement on human rights in Sri Lanka, and commitment to promoting justice, truth and reparation in the country. Mr Volker Türk United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights O=ice of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Palais Wilson, 52 rue des Pâquis, CH-1201 Geneva, Swit…Human Rights · Sri LankaRead Article

Not issuing National IDs to Buddhist nuns are discriminatory and violation of FR rights. - SC • Sri Lanka Brief

(Sri Lanka Brief/17 June 2025) The Supreme Court has ordered the Department of Registration of Persons to grant Buddhist nuns the status of Bhikshuni (බෞද්ධ භික්ෂුණීන්)  instead of Sil Mata (සිල් මාතා) and issue them national identity cards. The Supreme Court has ruled that the Commissioner General of the Department of Registration of Persons has violated fundamental human rights by refusing to issue a National Identity Card to a nun named Welim…Dambulla · DambullaRead Article

SLB Update: Snapshot of May 2025 LG elections • Sri Lanka Brief

Compiled by Sunanda Deshapriya. The Sri Lankan Local Government (LG) elections to elect members for Municipal, Urban and Divisional councils held on 6 May 2025 marked a significant political event. They were the first such elections since 2018, and they were delayed multiple times due to economic and political challenges. A total of 75,589 candidates contested, including 49 political parties and 14 independent groups. Voter turnout was approxim…Jaffna · JaffnaRead Article

39th Anniversary of the Verugal Massacre Commemorated in Trincomalee  • Sri Lanka Brief

The 39th anniversary of the Verugal Massacre was solemnly commemorated on 12th June 2025 in the Verugal–Poonagar of Trincomalee District, marked by profound emotion and deep reflection. This poignant event was jointly organized by the families of the victims, civil society advocates, and members of the local community. It stands as a solemn tribute to the memory of the innocent civilians who were brutally massacred while transporting essential d…Trincomalee · TrincomaleeRead Article

Open Letter to Rights Commissioner Volker Turk From Militarised North & East of Sri Lanka • Sri Lanka Brief

A Social movement collective from the North East, has sent a statement to the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, who is expected to visit Sri Lanka soon. The statement highlights key issues that we believe should be taken into consideration during their visit. It has been signed by sixty-five social activists and civil society organizations from the North and East. His Excellency Volker Turk United Nations High Commissioner for H…See the Story

Sri Lanka's Deep State at work: Eknaligoda 'killers' predicting a regime change • Sri Lanka Brief

On May 25, the first accused in the High Court case concerning the abduction and disappearance of journalist Prageeth Eknaligoda was arrested and produced before the court on charges of threatening and influencing the fourth witness in the case. He was subsequently remanded in custody. Brigadier Shammi Kumararatne Brigadier Shammi Kumararatna The accused, Shammi Kumararatne, is a retired Brigadier from the Army Intelligence Division. He previous…Colombo · ColomboRead Article

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