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A case in which Right to Life Human Rights Centre provided legal assistance is being heard again in the Panadura High Court after 12 years.

The ongoing investigation into the 2012 death of Dasanayake Nimal Chandrasiri Appuhami, who died in police custody, saw significant developments on July 5, 2024, in the Panadura High Court. Witness testimonies were heard regarding the incident involving several police officers from the Wadduwa Police Station. Nimal Chandrasiri, a 43-year-old father of three and a fisherman […]

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Empowering Human Rights Defenders: Training Program in Vavuniya

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In Vavuniya, a recent training program empowered a diverse group of young individuals, ranging from university students to civil society volunteers, to become effective human rights defenders. Organized by Green Vision Social Service Organization in collaboration with Right to Life Human Rights Centre, the program aimed to equip participants with essential knowledge and skills. During

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Torture Incident Reported to Hambantota Human Rights First Aid Centre

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In a deeply troubling incident, the Embilipitiya police subjected Susil Vitaranage, a 55-year-old father of two from Sevanagala, Kiriwewa, to severe torture. Vitaranage was completely stripped, tied up with chilies, had chili juice applied to his lower back and lips, beaten with hand and hose pipe, had gasoline poured into a shopping bag which was

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Expert Forum on Ongoing Torture Despite Extensive Anti-Torture Legislation

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On June 26, 2024, the Right to Life Human Rights Centre, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Collective Against Torture (SLCAT), hosted an Expert Forum at Hotel Janaki to mark the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture. The forum, titled “Ongoing Torture Despite Extensive Anti-Torture Legislation,” brought together prominent figures such as Shani

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Sri Lanka Urged to Implement Anti-Torture Measures on International Day in Support of Victims of Torture

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June 26, 2024 – As the world observes the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, calls for the stringent enforcement of anti-torture laws in Sri Lanka have intensified. This follows a landmark judgment by the Matara High Court, which sentenced three police officers, including the former Officer-in-Charge of the Tissamaharama Police, to seven

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Torture Prevention: Global Efforts and Sri Lankan Challenges Amidst Legal Protections.

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History of Torture Prevention Acts Worldwide The prevention of torture has been a significant concern for the international community, with efforts to eradicate this inhumane practice intensifying over the past century. The modern framework for torture prevention began to take shape after World War II, influenced by the horrors of wartime atrocities. The United Nations

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CPRP Condemns Life-Threatening Call to Mother of Disappeared Activist

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The Committee for Protecting Rights of Prisoners (CPRP) has strongly condemned a life-threatening call received by the mother of Kapila Kumara de Silva, a forcibly disappeared activist. The threat occurred at 12:28 AM on Friday, just a day after CPRP lodged a complaint with the Attorney General under the International Convention for the Protection of

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Police Officers Arrested in Connection with Disappearance 13 Years Ago

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Two police officers serving at Alawwa Police were arrested on May 4, 2024, by officers from the Group Robbery Investigation Unit of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in connection with a suspected disappearance and unlawful detention that occurred 13 years ago. The arrested officers are Sergeant A.L. Kumara and Constable R.D.S.B. Rajapaksha. Both officers

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If the country will be bankrupt again, the recovery will take around 10-12 years, warns Minister Shehan Semasinghe

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State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe said that the impact of political power struggles must not be detrimental to addressing the economic crisis. He detailed the government’s strategic measures since 2022, which have been crucial in stabilizing the economy. The Minister emphasized that the decisions taken by the President and the government, supported by parliamentary

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Policy Dialogue Highlights Need for Action against Misuse of Law, Science, and Media

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Colombo, May 21, 2024 — A policy dialogue held on the misuse of law, science, and media highlighted the damaging impact of irresponsible journalism and opportunistic objectives. The event, attended by eminent personalities and professionals from various sectors, scrutinized how misinformation and disinformation can lead to severe societal consequences. The policy dialogue was organized by

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Government Needs To Observe The Example That Civil Society Organisations Have Provided In Commemorating All Who Lost Their Lives

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The joint commemoration event titled “Turning Point” held on May 17 at Viharamahadevi Park in Colombo was in memory of the loss of life that took place 15 years ago at the war’s end for people from all sides. It is an indication that the wounds of the three-decade long war are beginning to heal.

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Supreme Court Orders Notices to Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Sunil Ratnayake to Testify in Landmark Case

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The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka issued a significant order on May 17, 2024, directing former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Army Sergeant Sunil Ratnayake to testify regarding the controversial presidential pardon granted to Ratnayake by the former President. This case, which involves the killing of eight civilians, including a small child, in Mirusuvil, Jaffna, in

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