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UN calls for targeted measures against Sri Lankans accused of rights abuses

The United Nations (UN) has called for targeted measures against credibly-alleged perpetrators of serious human rights violations and abuses in Sri Lanka. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker T?rk, in an oral update on Sri Lanka at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, said that two years ago, tens of thousands of Sri Lankans took to the streets demanding deep democratic reforms and accountability for economic mismanagement and corruption, which resulted in the most severe socio-econo

02 Mar, 2024

Dawoodi Bohra spiritual leader appreciates Sri Lankan President’s efforts

The spiritual leader of the Dawoodi Bohras, His Holiness Dr. Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin Saheb, appreciated the efforts taken by President Ranil Wickremesinghe to boost Sri Lanka’s economy. A significant meeting took place between the spiritual leader of the Dawoodi Bohras and President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the official residence of the President on Paget Road. The Dawoodi Bohra community, numbering approximately one million worldwide, resides across various countries including India, Pakista

03 Mar, 2024

Rajiv Gandhi assassination convict’s body flown to Sri Lanka for final rites

Former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi assassination convict, Santhan’s body was transported from Chennai to Sri Lanka for his final rites on Friday after the Sri Lankan national passed away on Wednesday. According to a PTI report, his embalmed body ? draped and kept in a coffin ? was sent on a flight to the island nation amidst heavy police protection. As per his counsel Pugazhendi, Santhan’s mortal remains would be taken to his house in Sri Lanka. Following his demise early on February 28 at th

01 Mar, 2024