#Prevention of Terrorism Act
Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan journalist’s questioning under PTA raises alarm over press freedom
A prominent Sri Lankan journalist was questioned recently by authorities under the country’s controversial anti-terrorism law, drawing strong condemnation from press freedom advocates....
Sri Lanka
UN condemns Sri Lanka’s continued use of anti-terror law
The United Nations has condemned Sri Lanka for its continued use of the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), despite repeated assurances from the...
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Police caught using PTA for arbitrary detentions
It has been confirmed in the court that the police are arbitrarily arresting individuals and detaining them on terrorism-related charges under the Prevention...
Opinion
Need for anti-terrorism laws while allaying concerns
By Tissa Mihindupura Countering terrorism, in the face of radicalization, is a major challenge confronting the entire globe today. Terrorism emanating from religious...
