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Cambodia tightens grip on those denying Khmer Rouge genocide

Feb 26

Cambodian lawmakers have unanimously approved a new bill that strengthens penalties for denying the atrocities committed under the Khmer Rouge regime. The legislation, passed last month, aims to reinforce the historical record of the genocide and provide justice for its victims.

Shivarathri cancelled - Vedukkunaari Hill temple succumbs to Sri Lankan police pressure

On the back of questioning by Sri Lankan police last week, the priest at Vedukkunaari Hill Aathi Sivan Temple in Nedunkerni, Vavuniya, told reporters that arrangements are being made to avoid a repeat of last year's troubles, and Shivarathri (meaning 'night of Lord Shiva') ceremonies will take place at the temple site only during the day.

Mannar residents demand full reconstruction of deteriorating South Bar railway station road

Residents of Mannar accuse the Road Development Authority of poor maintenance and demand the complete reconstruction of the deteriorating South Bar Railway Station road

ADB allocates US$900 million for Sri Lanka’s development in 2025

The Asian Development Bank has allocated US$900 million for Sri Lanka's development in 2025, focusing on key sectors such as energy, agriculture, and infrastructure

Yohani’s London show met with protests outside venue

British Tamils gathered in central London last week, to protest against a performance by Sri Lankan singer Yohani, condemning her history of supporting war criminals responsible for the genocide of Tamil civilians.

Sri Lanka and India sign agreement for long awaited solar power plants in Trincomalee

Sri Lanka’s Cabinet has formally approved a joint venture with India to establish solar power plants in Trincomalee’s eastern port district, finally putting in place a plan that was first proposed almost two decades ago.

Dissanayake admits Sri Lankan security institutions have been infiltrated by underworld gangs

Sri Lankan president Anura Kumara Dissanayake has admitted that underworld gangs have infiltrated state security institutions, claiming that these elements had previously received “political protection”.

Sri Lanka orders arrest of deserting soldiers amid rising criminal activities

Sri Lanka’s Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), has issued orders for the immediate arrest of all armed forces deserters following a surge in criminal activities linked to former military personnel

18,000 signatures submitted to Sri Lankan president demanding release of Tamil political prisoners

A petition with 18,000 signatures was submitted to Sri Lankan president Anura Kumara Dissanayake by the Poraalihal Welfare Association, calling for the immediate release of Tamil political prisoners detained under the draconian Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA).

Sri Lankan government searches for funds following USAID freeze

The USAID funding freeze has left the Sri Lankan government scrambling for alternative sources of financing, as key projects across four ministries and multiple government departments come to a standstill.

Tamil protests force Sri Lankan officials to abandon mining assessment in Mannar

A renewed attempt to conduct an environmental impact assessment for a proposed mineral sand mining project in Mannar was halted after strong opposition from local Tamils, forcing Sri Lankan officials to abandon their inspection for the third time.

Increased fighting forces MSF to stop operations in Zamzam camp in North Darfur

MSF Logo with images of workers and civilians in background
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has said it is suspending its work in Zamzam camp for displaced people near El Fasher in North Darfur, Sudan due to escalating violence in a statement released on Monday.

Scottish independence campaigners to take case to UN

Independence campaigners Salvo and its sister organisation Liberation Scotland have paired up with Geneva-based group Justice Pour Tous Internationale (Justice for All International) to present a petition to the UN’s special committee on decolonisation.

Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister pushes discredited ‘domestic’ mechanisms at UNHRC

At the 58th Regular Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath delivered a speech, echoing the calls of previous administrations, pushing so-called "domestic mechanisms" while rejecting international accountability for war crimes and human rights violations.

Danish Tamils meet Foreign Ministry officials and urge justice for genocide

Representatives from the Federation of Tamil Organisations in Denmark met with the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs to discuss ongoing human rights violations and systemic oppression in the Tamil homeland.

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