Civil society

Under the scheme guidelines, initial rents for ARHCs are determined by local authorities based on surveys. The rent increases by 8 per cent biennially, with a maximum cumulative increase of 20 per cent over five years.

The appeal aims to address the escalating needs of the refugee population, which includes approximately one million Rohingya living in overcrowded camps in Bangladesh.

According to the petition, the accused offered the minor a motorcycle ride, subsequently stopping near a culvert where they allegedly grabbed her breast, attempted to drag her underneath, and broke the string of her lower garment.

The trained social workers engaged by the special cells ensure that women can navigate legal procedures with dignity and support.

This decision stems from Greenpeace’s involvement in protests against the pipeline, which began in 2016 and drew global attention to Indigenous rights and environmental protection.

To ensure ethical standards and accountability in media reporting, the commission advocates for the creation of an independent regulatory body. This entity would oversee media practices, addressing issues such as misinformation and unethical journalism.

Sri Lanka’s history of economic instability, marked by multiple currency collapses and inflation crises, has been exacerbated by excessive monetary stimulus and fiscal mismanagement.

Families that had built lives in Pakistan over decades now find themselves in refugee camps or on the streets of Kabul and other major cities, with no access to humanitarian aid.