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World Press Freedom Index: Sri Lanka’s ranking slips amid legal and safety concerns

Asian TribuneMay 4, 2026

By Staff Writer Colombo, Sri Lanka Sri Lanka has seen a decline in its standing on the World Press Freedom Index for 2026, as international monitors warn of a “stifling” environment for independent journalism in the island nation. The annual report, compiled by the global watchdog Reporters Without Borders (RSF), ranks countries based on the...

Sri Lanka’s solar homeowners face uncertainty over new billing rules

Asian TribuneMay 4, 2026

By Staff Writer Colombo, Sri Lanka Owners of rooftop solar systems in Sri Lanka have expressed alarm over proposed changes to the country’s net-metering and billing structures, which critics claim could discourage the shift toward renewable energy. The Ministry of Power and Energy is reportedly considering a revision of the “Net Accounting” and “Net Plus”...

A Blow to Trump’s Agenda: Analilia Mejia Flips New Jersey Special Election in Landslide Victory.

Asian TribuneApril 17, 2026

New Jersey Special Election: Analilia Mejia Replaces Mikie Sherrill Amid Rising Pressure on Trump Administration Democrat Analilia Mejia has secured a decisive victory in the New Jersey special election, filling the congressional seat vacated by Mikie Sherrill, who stepped down to assume office as the Governor of New Jersey in early 2026. The Race and...

Corporal Punishment for Children is Wrong – An Analysis of the New Penal Code Amendments

Asian TribuneFebruary 28, 2026

In Sri Lanka, recent amendments to the Penal Code have officially prohibited corporal punishment in schools. These amendments have sparked widespread debate among different sectors of society. While professional unions, some principals, and teachers have expressed concerns about maintaining discipline, religious leaders such as the Venerable Trinikaikaya Mahānāyaka Thero have voiced opposition. Legal Perspective: Adults...

New Anti-Terrorism Bill (PSTA) Violates International Standards: Strong Warning to Government from UN Special Rapporteurs

Asian TribuneFebruary 26, 2026

A group of Special Rapporteurs from the United Nations has issued a strong warning to the Government of Sri Lanka regarding the proposed Protection of the State from Terrorism Bill (PSTA). In a letter dated February 9, 2026, the experts acknowledged the government’s initiative to review the existing Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA). However, they...

Guardians of the Law or Political Instruments?

Asian TribuneFebruary 26, 2026

A Comprehensive Investigative Report on the Arrest of Natasha Edirisuriya The arrest and remand imprisonment of Sri Lankan comedian Natasha Edirisuriya triggered a profound national debate on freedom of expression, rule of law, and the scope of police power in Sri Lanka. Although the controversy appeared to reach a legal turning point on February 19,...

Can the “Military Sleep Method” Really Help You Fall Asleep in Two Minutes?

Asian TribuneFebruary 21, 2026

Almost everyone wishes they could fall asleep quickly. Yet for millions of people worldwide, sleep doesn’t come easily. Estimates vary widely, but research suggests that between 5% and 50% of the global population experience insomnia symptoms — whether struggling to fall asleep, waking frequently during the night, or lying awake tossing and turning. In the...

Environmental activists to sue Government over plastic pollution failures

Asian TribuneFebruary 15, 2026

Colombo, February 15, 2026 – A group of Sri Lankan environmental campaigners and activists is preparing to take fresh legal action against the Government, accusing authorities of failing to properly enforce laws and regulations aimed at reducing plastic pollution across the island. Activists have raised concerns that ongoing plastic and microplastic contamination is harming coastal...

Sri Lanka’s Education Reforms at a Crossroads: An Analysis of a Deepening Crisis

Asian TribuneFebruary 1, 2026

For decades, education reform has been a recurring theme in Sri Lanka’s policy discourse. Successive governments have promised to modernise the system, align it with global standards, and prepare young people for a rapidly changing world. Yet despite repeated reform initiatives, the education sector today finds itself in a state of uncertainty and mounting crisis....

Nandana Gunathilaka: Did He Die Naturally or Was He Killed?

Asian TribuneJanuary 19, 2026

Udaya Gammanpila Raises Controversial Questions (Analysis / Opinion)January 18, 2026 A lengthy post published by former minister Udaya Gammanpila on his Facebook page has triggered intense debate across social media and political circles. The post raises a series of open questions regarding the death of politician Nandana Gunathilaka. Gammanpila notes that he has known Gunathilaka...

World Press Freedom Index: Sri Lanka’s ranking slips amid legal and safety concerns

Sri Lanka’s solar homeowners face uncertainty over new billing rules

A Blow to Trump’s Agenda: Analilia Mejia Flips New Jersey Special Election in Landslide Victory.

Corporal Punishment for Children is Wrong – An Analysis of the New Penal Code Amendments

New Anti-Terrorism Bill (PSTA) Violates International Standards: Strong Warning to Government from UN Special Rapporteurs

Guardians of the Law or Political Instruments?

Can the “Military Sleep Method” Really Help You Fall Asleep in Two Minutes?

Environmental activists to sue Government over plastic pollution failures

Sri Lanka’s Education Reforms at a Crossroads: An Analysis of a Deepening Crisis

Nandana Gunathilaka: Did He Die Naturally or Was He Killed?

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