Two people shot dead in Hikkaduwa

UK tables report in Parliament which notes concerns on Sri Lanka

The United Kingdom has noted that there was a deterioration in the overall human rights situation in Sri Lanka in 2019, with increased intercommunal tensions, violence against minority groups, and intimidation of human rights defenders. Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab tabled in the UK Parliament the 2019 Foreign and Commonwealth Office report on Human Rights and Democracy. The report noted that while Sri Lanka reaffirmed its commitment to post-conflict reconciliation and accountability through

17 Jul, 2020

UNP unveils election manifesto focused on economy

The United National Party (UNP) today unveiled its election manifesto focused on reviving the economy. UNP leader Ranil Wickremesinghe launched the manifesto digitally at the party headquarters. Speaking at the launch, Wickremesinghe said that the manifesto is focused on rebuilding the economy which has been severely affected by the coronavirus. The manifesto also looks at strengthening Sri Lanka’s international relations. “No country has left the United Nations and we will continue with thi

16 Jul, 2020

Women among suspects arrested for attacking Police

At least nine women were among a number of suspects arrested for attacking the Police in Angulana today. The women had thrown stones towards the Angulana Police Station today damaging Police property. The Police said that 14 suspects were arrested over the incident and 8 policemen were injured. The Police fired tear gas to disperse protesters after a tense situation arose in front of the Angulana Police Station today. A protest was staged in front of the Angulana Police Station over the shoo

16 Jul, 2020