Last year, 405 elephants and 121 humans reported dead, the highest numbers since 1948.
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Tamils accuse the government of suppressing their voice.
The amendment will give unconditional powers to the president; new clauses dilute democracy.
Tannery owners and farmers to be severely hit as government eyes privatization.
A ruling by the Court of Appeals allows the convicted member of the ruling party to attend, escorted by prison guards.
Activists claim the road is being constructed at the Sinharaja Forest Reserve to boost tourism.
An import ban on turmeric in Sri Lanka has led to soaring demand and increased prices in the black market.
He plans to repeal the 19th Amendment, which limits presidential terms and executive powers.
Sri Lanka’s education dept. and office of woman and child services are now one. It may put moms and babies at risk of violence.