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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....

Dr. Harsha Samarasinghe Launches Values-Based Social Development Initiative Rooted in Buddhist Culture

Asian TribuneJanuary 26, 2026

Colombo:Renowned cardiologist and civic leader Dr. Harsha Samarasinghe has launched a new social development programme aimed at revitalising Sri Lankan society through the nourishment of Buddhist cultural values, ethical discipline, and realistic, action-oriented national goals. The initiative, introduced under the guiding theme “Let us work with realistic objectives”, seeks to promote moral regeneration, social responsibility,...

GMOA Launches Continuous Trade Union Action, Doctors Limit Services Across State Hospitals

Asian TribuneJanuary 26, 2026

Colombo, January 26, 2026 – The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has announced the start of a continuous trade union action from 8.00 a.m. today, amid ongoing disputes with the Ministry of Health over unresolved demands related to the public health system. The action comes following weeks of tension and follows the conclusion of a...

Trump Launches ‘Board of Peace’ at Davos — A Controversial Global Peace Initiative

Asian TribuneJanuary 26, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump has formally launched an international initiative called the “Board of Peace” at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, with the stated aim of promoting peace and stability — beginning with the war-torn Gaza Strip — and potentially expanding to other global conflicts. The move has been met with both diplomatic...

Ranil Says He Is No Longer Engaged in Active Politics

Indika SuriarachchiJanuary 23, 2026

Colombo / Kandy — Ranil Wickremesinghe, the former President of Sri Lanka, has announced that he is no longer taking part in active political life. The statement came during his visit to Kandy today (23 January), where he called on senior Buddhist clergy for blessings and spoke about the current political situation in the country....

World Economic Forum LIVE: Trump Signs Documents Formally Establishing ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza

Indika SuriarachchiJanuary 22, 2026

Former United States President Donald Trump has formally signed documents to establish a new international body titled the “Board of Peace” for Gaza, during a live session at the World Economic Forum (WEF). The signing ceremony, broadcast live to a global audience, marks a symbolic step in what organisers described as an effort to introduce...

UK to Consult on Social Media Ban for Under-16s

Indika SuriarachchiJanuary 21, 2026

LONDON — The British government has announced plans to consult on whether social media should be banned for children under the age of 16 in the UK. The consultation aims to gather views from parents, young people and civil society to assess the effectiveness of a ban and whether stronger age verification systems should be...

Suspicion Surrounds Death of Former Minister Nandana Gunathilaka; Family Halts Cremation, Plans Burial

Indika SuriarachchiJanuary 21, 2026

The family of former minister Nandana Gunathilaka, who passed away while receiving treatment in hospital, has raised doubts over the circumstances surrounding his death. Due to these concerns, the final arrangements scheduled for today (—) have been altered. Instead of proceeding with cremation as originally planned, the family has now decided to prepare for burial....

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...

Iran Ready for War if Provoked by US, Warns Foreign Minister Araghchi

Asian TribuneJanuary 13, 2026

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned that Tehran is fully prepared for war if the United States chooses to “test” Iran, escalating rhetoric amid rising regional and global tensions. Speaking amid growing uncertainty over US-Iran relations, Araghchi said Iran does not seek conflict but will respond decisively to any military provocation or aggressive action....