UN urges Sri Lanka to probe ongoing torture, war crimes
Dec 07, 2016 (Reuters) – A U.N. rights watchdog called on Sri Lanka on Wednesday to investigate "routine torture" of detainees by security forces and rebuked …
Defense
President moves to liquidate Rakna Araksha Lanka
Dec 07, 2016 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s cabinet has approved President’s proposal to liquidate Rakna Araksha Lanka according to the guidance of Attorney …
President orders IGP to identify VIP security vehicles
Dec 01, 2016 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s President Maithripala Sirisena has ordered the Inspector General of Police to report back to him about those who use a …
Former Sri Lankan brigadier responsible for Northern ‘Ava’ gang: Rajitha
Nov 02, 2016 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s Co-cabinet Spokesman Rajitha Senaratne on Wednesday accused a former brigadier for literally forming the ‘Ava’ violent …
Sri Lanka must balance reconciliation with accountability: Jayasuriya
Oct 28, 2016 (LBO) - Sri Lanka faces the challenge of balancing reconciliation with accountability in addressing the ethnic conflict, Karu Jayasuriya, speaker …
Sri Lanka Army to participate in Pakistan combat efficiency competition
A 27 member delegation of the Sri Lankan Army PACES (Pakistan Army Physical Agility and Combat Efficiency System) met with High Commissioner of Pakistan in Sri …
South Korea, Sri Lanka seeks strengthening national defence coop.
A top level delegation headed by the President of the Korea National Defence University (KNDU), Lieutenant General Seung Ho Wee, visited Sri Lanka from October …
Sri Lanka says no accord with India to modernize Palali Airport
Sept 06, 2016 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s government told Parliament today that there is no agreement signed with the Indian government or with an Indian Company …
U.S. Pacific Command completes assistance operation in north
Aug 24, 2016 (LBO) - A multinational team led by U.S. Pacific Command has concluded a week-long assistance program in Jaffna, providing general medical care …
Sri Lanka cabinet approves purchase of fighter aircraft
Aug 11, 2016 (LBO) - Sri Lanka's cabinet has approved the purchase of new fighter aircraft following a proposal by President Maithripala Sirisena who is also …
Pakistan’s Air Chief meets Sri Lankan President
Aug 10, 2016 (LBO) - Pakistan’s Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman called on President of Maithripala Sirisena at his official residence in …
Modi says Indian cooperation must happen as per Sri Lankan aspirations
July 28, 2016 (LBO) – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that India’s development cooperation with Sri Lanka must happen as per aspirations of …
Navy ship USS New Orleans to visit Sri Lanka this week
The USS New Orleans (LPD 18) with embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) will arrive in Sri Lanka for a port visit on July 24. The ship and embarked MEU …
Sri Lanka Cabinet cancels consultancy in defence HQ project
June 23, 2016 (LBO) - Sri Lanka's cabinet has decided to cancel the consultancy given to a private firm for the construction of the defence headquarters …
India plans expanded missile export drive, with China on its mind
June 9 (Reuters) - India has stepped up efforts to sell an advanced cruise missile system to Vietnam and has at least 15 more markets in its sights, a push …
Sri Lanka falling short on HRC commitments, says report
June 06, 2016 (LBO) - Sri Lanka is falling short on commitments made at the Human Rights Council on addressing the legacy of war and implementing peace and …
Sri Lanka sets up independent office to trace missing persons
May 25, 2016 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s cabinet has approved establishment of an independent institution as office on missing persons by a Parliament Act with the …
Sri Lanka’s promised reforms, repeal of PTA delayed: Int. Crisis Group
May 25, 2016 (LBO) - Sri Lanka's reform agenda has slowed and the Tamil minority is beginning to doubt the government's ability to fulfill pledges made, the …
We’re not putting Sri Lanka’s war heroes behind bars: President
May 19, 2016 (LBO) – President Maithripala Sirisena says people who put war heroes in jail are now making allegations that the government is getting ready to …
No issue buying new vehicles for Sri Lanka’s Premier: PM’s Office
May 16, 2016 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister’s office says there is no problem with the decision to import two brand new bullet-proof vehicles for the …