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Problems in resettling upcountry Tamils in the North and East
Uprooting them may not be a good idea
Devastation caused by climate change is closely linked to economic inequality, says World Inequality Lab
By P.K.Balachandran/Daily Mirror Colombo, December 18 – The devastation caused by Cyclone “Ditwah” in Sri Lanka cannot be understood in its entirety unless it is seen in the light of economic inequality in the country and indeed in the comity of nations. Over half of...
What the new US National Security Strategy means for Sri Lanka
By P M Amza/Colombo Telegraph Colombo, December 14 – The release of the new United States National Security Strategy (NSS) marks a decisive shift in how Washington intends to navigate an increasingly fragmented world. For decades, US strategies—whether Republican or Democratic—tended to stress global leadership,...
India’s commitment to Sri Lanka is not just long-term, it’s forever, says envoy Santosh Jha
In the wake of Cyclone Ditwah, India again demonstrated its role as Sri Lanka’s first responder, swiftly mobilising relief efforts under the humanitarian framework of Operation Sagar Bandhu.
Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation touches a hundred on December 16, 2025
By Ruwini Jayawardana/Sunday Observer Colombo, December 14 – The Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC) will be celebrating its 100th anniversary on Tuesday, December 16. This marks a full century since a simple radio experiment in Colombo grew into Asia’s oldest radio station and one of...
Veteran Sri Lankan Tamil politician – Chelliah Rajadurai
How President J.R.Jayewardene amended his constitution to enable a Tamil party MP to join his government
Prompt humanitarian assistance defines India’s foreign policy
By P.K.Balachandran/Daily Mirror Colombo, December 9 – A quick and significant response to humanitarian crises across its borders is today a major ingredient in India’s foreign policy. India is justly proud of its reputation for being the “first responder” during emergencies and natural disasters especially...
Cyclone Ditwah has pushed back Sri Lanka’ economic recovery
By Veeragathy Thanabalasingham Colombo, December 8 – The worst natural disaster Sri Lanka faced in recent history was the December 2004 Tsunami. The next major disaster that struck the country was the Ditwah cyclone and the severe floods and landslides that it triggered. It may...
Operation Sagar Bandhu continues in Sri Lanka with medical and relief work
Colombo, December 6 – Sagar Bandhu, India’s multidimensional humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka continues across land and air, focusing on both emergency response and sustained medical care. Since the launch of Operation Sagar Bandhu on Nov 28, India has provided more than 58 tonnes relief...
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