Yohan Perera from Colombo, Sri Lanka writes about Cyber Security, E-Commerce, Social Issues, Family and Relationships, Current Affairs, and Religion
The tragic drowning of a five-year-old child in a hotel swimming pool in Sigiriya [Full story] has sparked intense public debate about safety, responsibility, and accountability. I am not a lawyer, and this article should not be taken as formal legal advice. While a non-practicing lawyer was consulted during the writing of this piece, the…
Not long ago, the Sri Lankan government faced heavy criticism for waiving visa fees for Israeli tourists. Now, it finds itself in the spotlight again after the Minister of Tourism announced plans to explore LGBTQIA+ Tourism as a means of promoting inclusivity in the travel sector. In this post, I wish to clarify my stance…
In a recent article published on the Colombo Telegraph, Ameer Ali attempts to portray Israel’s engagement with Sri Lanka as a shadowy, manipulative operation designed to control public opinion and “brainwash” journalists. His piece, titled “Sri Lanka-Israel Media Rendezvous“, exaggerates routine diplomatic and journalistic exchanges into a sweeping conspiracy theory, implicating the Israeli government, India,…
Sri Lanka is no stranger to myths and exaggerations, especially when it comes to Israel. From social media posts to sensationalist blogs, false claims about Israel’s intentions are spread as if they were undeniable facts. Some insist that Israel is secretly trying to occupy Sri Lanka, others claim it manipulates local politics, and still more…
Sri Lanka’s mainstream media has increasingly fallen into the trap of reproducing foreign narratives without proper verification, often relying on translations of international stories that lack local context or nuance. While this might seem like harmless journalism on the surface, it becomes deeply problematic when media outlets also begin publishing politically loaded content driven by…
As the war between Israel and Hamas escalates, a disturbing global narrative is taking shape. Despite the Israeli Defense Forces making steady progress on the battlefield, Hamas propaganda continues to dominate hearts and minds—both globally and in Sri Lanka. Hamas and the Hamas-controlled Palestinian population are increasingly portrayed as victims, while Israel is painted as…
This morning, a friend of mine who lives in Australia asked me an interesting question: “Are there any online newspapers in Sri Lanka that aren’t politically biased and report the truth without distortion?” Sadly, I had to tell her that the answer is no. None of our mainstream news outlets report objectively. Instead, most are…
In recent years, conversations about digital censorship and national internet regulation have gained significant traction around the globe. From democratic countries enacting laws to fight disinformation to authoritarian regimes creating massive digital firewalls, this global dialogue is no longer just theoretical—it’s increasingly practical, political, and urgent. In this shifting landscape, Sri Lanka finds itself standing…
The Book of Josippon, a medieval Jewish chronicle, tells the story of a man named Daniel, a Jewish exile in Babylon who served in the royal court of King Darius the Mede. The king planned to appoint Daniel over the entire kingdom due to his exceptional wisdom and integrity. This decision sparked jealousy among other…
Introduction In 2025, the Sri Lankan government has intensified its campaign against drug trafficking with unprecedented vigor. Within the first half of this year alone, combined operations by the Navy, Police Narcotics Bureau, and Customs have netted more than three metric tons of heroin, methamphetamine, and cocaine—contraband valued at a staggering Rs. 22.8 billion. Put…
