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Shenali D Waduge

Shenali D Waduge is an independent political analyst based in Colombo

    October 19, 2026
    Culture/Human Rights

    Falling Crucifix Kills Ecuadorian Priest During Livestreamed Mass

    Ecuadorian Catholic priest Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari was killed when a heavy crucifix and a statue of Jesus Christ fell from the wall behind the altar during a livestreamed Mass at the

    Judiciary/Sri Lanka

    ‘I Apologise to the Maha Sangha’: Sirisena Admits Error in Gnanasara Pardon

    Former Sri Lankan president Maithripala Sirisena has acknowledged a procedural error in the granting of a presidential pardon to Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thero, saying the relevant documents were not submitted to the Ministry of Justice and Prisons for approval before

    October 19, 2026

    Sri Lanka’s Buddhist Legacy Is Bigger Than Its Borders

    Culture/Editor's Choice

    Former president Ranil Wickremesinghe has called for stronger cooperation among Theravada Buddhist nations, declaring Anuradhapura a sacred centre for Buddhists across Asia. Highlighting centuries

    Lula and Bolsonaro Trade Corruption Accusations in Brazil’s Final Election Debate

    Diplomacy/Geopolitics

    Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro traded accusations of lying and corruption in their first presidential run-off debate

    Easter Sunday and the Rise of Ideological Terrorism in Sri Lanka

    June 12, 2026
    Geopolitics/Sri Lanka

    Religious ideological terrorism is widely regarded as one of the most dangerous forms of terrorism because it is driven by a belief system that can be used to justify violence. Concepts such

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    Where Are the Other Dozens of Women Suicide Bombers Zaharan Indoctrinated?

    March 26, 2026
    Columns/Sri Lanka

    In complex investigations, facts are expected to lead the narrative. Yet sometimes, the narrative begins to lead the facts. When that happens, certain names rise above others — not necessarily because of

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    Islamic Radicalization in Sri Lanka: What Was Ignored

    March 25, 2026
    Columns/Sri Lanka

    The colonial occupiers have much to answer for. Many present-day problems were planted as part of divide-and-rule policies. However, we cannot continue to live in the past and repeatedly assign blame to

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    Bangladesh’s Quiet Genocide: Islamisation of the Chittagong Hill Tracts

    October 11, 2025
    Columns/Human Rights

    The Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT), nestled in the southeast of Bangladesh, have long been the homeland of the Chakmas, Marmas, Tanchangya, Tripura, and other indigenous communities. These peoples have cultivated their ancestral

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    Cardinal Has No Right to Overthrow Sri Lankan Governments

    March 17, 2025
    Columns/Sri Lanka

    The Cardinal may be a citizen of Sri Lanka, but he reports to the Vatican, not to the Sri Lankan President. Thus, his orders are based on what the Vatican issues. His

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    How Indian Mythology Turned a Sinhala Hero-King into a Villain?

    October 10, 2024
    History

    The question arises: how did Indian mythology merge to turn an actual Sinhala hero-king into a villain? You don’t have to go far to find the answer. It was the Tamil Nadu

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    Sri Lanka: Will there be an election in 2024?

    August 21, 2023
    Columns

    A presidential & parliamentary election are due. People are also eagerly awaiting to vote. Most citizens just want an election. They are clueless as to who should come to power & what

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    Debunking the Crafty Divide: The True Struggle of Tamil Society

    August 2, 2023
    Columns/Human Rights

    In the annals of history, the plight of the Tamil community has been often viewed through the lens of an “ethnic” problem. However, beneath the surface lies a more profound and intricate

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    LTTE Fronts’ Rising Influence in Canada: A Potential Future Power Shift

    May 23, 2023
    Columns/Diplomacy

    When the Prime Minister of Canada proudly identifies as a “feminist,” it raises concerns about the ideology he advocates for the country. We are aware that Canada was taken from the indigenous

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    Debunking Tamil Homeland myth with 5 questions

    October 28, 2022
    Culture/History

    OPEN FOR DEBATE Divide & Rule was key component of colonial rule. Illegally taking over lands and territories, planting fictitious history, and infesting minds with hate and violence is part of a

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