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by Rajan Philips
The die is cast yet again over a constitutional amendment in Sri Lanka. But the latest of the amendments – the 22nd of them in 48 years – comes in the midst of a unique set of political circumstances and may entail equally unique consequences. The first 16 of the amendments were done and dusted by December 1988, within ten years of the...
The 22nd Constitutional Amendment (22A) Bill is now before the Supreme Court (SC). Dozens of petitions have been filed against it. The SC is facing a formidable challenge; it has to examine all these petitions and convey its determination to the Speaker of Parliament within three weeks. Having undertaken to raise the retirement ages of the serving judges, the government has p...
By Ifham Nizam
Wildlife conservation cannot be driven by emotion alone. It must be backed by sound science, reliable data, effective policy and practical solutions that work on the ground, according to Indian conservationist Praveen Bhargav, Managing Trustee of Wildlife First.
Bhargav is in Colombo at the invitation of the Wildlife and Nature Pr...
By Zanita Careem
From the timeless charm of Vietnam’s ancient cities and emerald landscapes to Sri Lanka’s golden beaches, misty tea hills and rich cultural heritages, two captivating Asian destinations are finding new ways to bring their world’s closer. Tourism is emerging as a particularly glamorous bridge between Viet Nam and Sri Lanka, offering tr...
By Zanita Careem
Dr. Zacky Haniffa, Secretary to Sri Lanka College of Cardiology at Durden’s Hospital, is a distinguished Royal College alumnus who graduated from the University of Colombo and furthered his medical education in London.With his expertise and dedication to cardiac care, he has made a meaningful contribution to the field of heart ...