Tag:Sri Lanka

As the civilian landowners of Thaiyiddy vow to continue their monthly protests in the shadow of the newly built vihara, their struggle illuminates the enduring resilience of the Sri Lankan Tamil community.

Sri Lanka has successfully navigated its way out of the darkest days of sovereign default, rebuilding a foundation of stability. However, as the World Bank’s latest assessment makes clear, this recovery remains deeply uneven.

Recognising the gravity of the situation, the planters' association urgently calls for coordinated, pre-emptive action.

To combat the specific gendered harms caused by current practices, the HRCSL has strongly recommended the implementation of strict gender-sensitive policing protocols.

As investigations continue, the outcome is likely to have significant implications – not only for accountability within the Treasury but also for broader reforms in governance, cybersecurity, and public financial management.

The possibility of an El Niño event during the upcoming southwest monsoon season raises concerns about below-average rainfall in the coming months

Sri Lanka is highly vulnerable to climate change impacts, with an estimated 19 million people expected to live in moderate or severe climate hotspots by 2050.

Sri Lanka's “Policy for Digital Transformation of Education,” introduced in 2023, targets high-speed internet and devices in all schools by 2025. With international partnerships like UNESCO and Huawei, the nation aims for an inclusive digital economy, though balancing rapid change with safeguards remains key.