Navi Pillay’s 2026 Nobel Peace Prize celebrates a lifetime of challenging impunity and defending human dignity. Yet her legacy also raises difficult questions about accountability, political power and the credibility of international
by Luxman Aravind Dynastic politics in Asia extend beyond mere familial legacies; they constitute a profound issue that shapes the socio-political realities of numerous nations. Prominent families such as the Bandaranaikes, the
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Editorial In a baffling and tone-deaf move, the Sri Lanka Postal Department has chosen to waste public money by releasing two commemorative stamps featuring the faces of Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya and
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Editorial A day like tomorrow, on October 9, 1967, Che Guevara, the iconic revolutionary, was executed in the jungles of Bolivia. More than five decades later, his legacy continues to resonate worldwide,
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by Luxman Aravind The concept of a “deep state”—a clandestine network of military and intelligence officials acting beyond the constraints of democratic oversight—has gained significant traction in political discourse globally, particularly in
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Editorial The election of immature leaders reveals a profound tragedy within the democratic process, which should ideally elevate wisdom and virtue. When society opts for individuals lacking the maturity, insight, and moral
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Editorial The drama is unfolding yet again on the stage, with no end in sight. This morning, at Katuwapitiya Church, where the sacred echoes of worship were once drowned out by the
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Editorial The role of the Attorney General (AG) in any democratic society is to uphold the principles of justice and maintain the sanctity of the rule of law, untainted by political influence.
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by Luxman Aravind In politics, there comes a moment when a leader must recognise that their time has passed. This is not a matter of letting go with grace but understanding, deep
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Editorial Over the past 75 years, China has undergone a monumental transformation, evolving from a fragmented nation emerging from civil war and foreign invasion into one of the most powerful countries on
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Editorial As we reflect on the anniversary of Senaka Bibile’s death, we are confronted with a sobering reality: the very ideals he championed have been betrayed, twisted, and abandoned. Once a beacon
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by Luxman Aravind There is a rancid stench that fills the air every time a butcher steps on the UN stage—a putrid legacy of violence, oppression, and human suffering masked by hollow
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Editorial On September 28, 2024, the world bid farewell to one of its most cherished talents, Dame Maggie Smith. Her profound impact on theater and film transcended the boundaries of performance, leaving
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Editorial President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s initiative to radically transform Sri Lanka’s foreign service could be seen as a turning point. However, while the move is commendable, it raises essential questions about the
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by Luxman Aravind What does it mean for a nation’s history to be woven from choices and consequences, rather than a mere sequence of events? How do the decisions made by individuals
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by Luxman Aravind The results of the presidential election have left Sri Lanka profoundly fractured, exposing perilous ethnic and political divisions that may manifest sooner than anticipated. Current data confirms Anura Kumara
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