Lahiru Doloswala

Asia–Pacific (APAC), Colombo, Sri Lanka

Online Editor @TheMorningLK | Beat: Politics & Global Conflicts | Fellow @greensofa_betd MBR @slwja_lk Feat. on @bbcworldservice @republic @TalkTV @muckrack

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Working Journalists’ condemn Govt’s stance on media accreditation

2 weeks ago | themorning.lk | Lahiru Doloswala

The Sri Lanka Working Journalists Association (SLWJA) has condemned the Government’s decision to make state-issued identity cards mandatory for journalists, calling it a serious threat to press freedom and an attempt to control the media.
Sri Lanka signals readiness to address trade imbalance with U.S

1 month ago | themorning.lk | Lahiru Doloswala

Colombo has expressed readiness to engage with the Washington on addressing trade imbalances, as it reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral economic ties. A statement issued by the Ministry of Finance on 4 April said the current tariff imposed by the United States stands at 44%, a figure deemed significant by Sri Lanka, which exports goods worth $3 billion annually to the U.S. market.
Family of Wishma Sandamali escalates fight for justice in Japan

1 month ago | themorning.lk | Lahiru Doloswala

The family of Wishma Sandamali, a Sri Lankan woman who died in a Japanese immigration detention centre in 2021, is set to sue for the release of all 295 hours of security footage capturing her final days. The move, announced on yesterday (2), intensifies a years-long battle with Japanese authorities, who have withheld the full recording citing security concerns.
Another Colombo high-rise death reignites mental health debate

1 month ago | themorning.lk | Lahiru Doloswala

A person lost his life today (31) after leaping from a high-rise hotel at Galle Face Green, police confirmed. The victim, identified as 30-year-old resident of Kundasale in Kandy District, was found with a suicide note, the contents of which the publication has decided not to disclose. Authorities suspect that the victim had been grappling with mental health challenges prior to his death. The investigation remains ongoing, with a post-mortem scheduled to confirm the cause of death.
Suspect arrested after U.S. flags child exploitation case

1 month ago | themorning.lk | Lahiru Doloswala

Sri Lanka police have arrested a man accused of distributing explicit videos and photographs of children to clients overseas via social media channels. The arrest follows a collaborative effort with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), the primary U.S. nonprofit funded by the Federal Government fighting child sexual exploitation.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Sri Lanka in April: Indian EAM

1 month ago | themorning.lk | Lahiru Doloswala

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to undertake a state visit to Sri Lanka from 4 April to 6 April at the invitation of President Anura Kumara Disanayaka. This visit, announced by India’s External Affairs Ministry today (28), follows Modi’s participation in the 6th BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok, Thailand, and marks his first trip to Sri Lanka since 2019.
Former state minister Viyalendran arrested over bribery allegations

1 month ago | themorning.lk | Lahiru Doloswala

Former State Minister Sathasivam Viyalendran has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). Viyalendran, a Tamil politician and ex-MP from Batticaloa, was taken into custody following a CIABOC operation, though specific details of the allegations remain undisclosed. Following his arrest, Viyalendran was produced before the Aluthkade Magistrate’s Court on today (25), where the Magistrate ordered his remand until 1 April.
Starlink implementation on track as planned: TRCSL

1 month ago | themorning.lk | Lahiru Doloswala

The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) has refuted media claims that it intends to suspend the Starlink satellite broadband service, set for implementation in the country. According to reports, Director General of the TRCSL, Bandula Herath has dismissed such claims, clarifying that preparations for the service remain on track. Further, Herath has stated that a dashboard system is essential to regulate the service effectively.
UK sanctions Gen. Shavendra, Adm Karannagoda, Gen. Jagath and Karuna for human rights violations

1 month ago | themorning.lk | Lahiru Doloswala

The United Kingdom has imposed sanctions on four individuals accused of serious human rights violations during Sri Lanka’s civil war, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office announced on today (24). The measures, including travel bans and asset freezes, aim to hold accountable those responsible for acts such as extrajudicial killings, torture, and sexual violence.
Two killed in shooting near Devinuwara Sri Vishnu Temple

1 month ago | themorning.lk | Lahiru Doloswala

Police recover weapons evidence from burnt vanTwo people were shot at and killed outside the southern entrance of the Devinuwara Sri Vishnu Temple, at approximately 11:45 p.m. last night (21). Police reported that the attack took place when two unidentified gunmen, arriving in a van and opened fired on the duo riding a motorcycle. The assassins have used a T-56 assault rifle and two 9mm firearms, discharging multiple rounds before escaping.