Monthly Archives: August 2019

Presidential poll: A holistic view of security

Posted on August 20, 2019 by ameenizzadeen

By Ameen Izzadeen Sri Lanka’s upcoming presidential election is likely to be decided on one key issue – security. The candidate who the voters will perceive to be the most suitable to ensure their security and that of the country … Continue reading →

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Kashmir:Modi drags India into Hindutva fascism

Posted on August 9, 2019 by ameenizzadeen

By Ameen Izzadeen Narendra Modi could have been right, only if he had acted democratically with the consent of the Kashmiri people. His supporters may point out that in repealing Kashmir’s special autonomous status, Modi acted democratically as he was … Continue reading →

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Lessons for Lankan Muslims in India’s criminalisation of triple talaq

Posted on August 6, 2019 by ameenizzadeen

By Ameen Izzadeen India’s Hindu nationalist government on Tuesday criminalised the Muslim ‘triple-talaq’ divorce, by adopting a landmark law. The practice is now punishable by a jail term upto three years. Most Muslim women across India celebrated the bills’ passage … Continue reading →

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