A prime minister six times over, Ranil Wickremesinghe’s leadership has been equated with Sri Lanka’s economic ambitions as well as its collapse.
Author: Emily Schmall
Sri Lanka’s Protest Movement Began With Candlelight Vigil
The goals are disparate and there are no clear leaders. The protesters included students and trade unionists, Catholic nuns and Buddhist monks, farmers and middle-class professionals.
Protesters March in Sri Lanka After President Flees Country
Security forces fired tear gas in an effort to disperse people. Families with young children were among those marching.
Sri Lankan Father Sees Protests As Education for His Children
Mohammad Imran’s children have barely attended school because of the nation’s economic crisis. And he says his salary barely covers the basics.
Sri Lankan Protesters Wander Halls After President Flees
Hours after protesters took control the building, it has effectively become a free museum. People stream in and admire the art as Army guards quietly patrol the halls.
Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister to Resign Amid Protests
Ranil Wickremesinghe, who had been in office only since May, said he would resign.
Sri Lanka Economy Has ‘Hit Rock Bottom,’ Putting Pressure on President
A debt crisis is disrupting life across Sri Lanka, where food and fuel are suddenly either unavailable or exorbitantly priced. Protests are rising against a president with a reputation for brutality.
Build a New City or New Humans? A Utopia in India Fights Over Future.
Backed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the new leadership of Auroville, an experimental commune, wants to create a model city. In the way stand trees, tree houses and a take-it-slow tradition.
Build a New City or New Humans? A Utopia in India Fights Over Future.
Backed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the new leadership of Auroville, an experimental commune, wants to create a model city. In the way stand trees, tree houses and a take-it-slow tradition.
How India’s Farmers Got Narendra Modi to Back Down
They received foreign and domestic financial support, kept their camps organized and looked for ways to be seen while trying to avoid violence.