Dinesha Samararatne

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[Verité Research @VeriteResearch]

🔴 What happens when the power to cause harm no longer requires human judgment?

At this week's #VThink, Yanitra Kumaraguru, Team Lead of the Legal Team at @VeriteResearch, examines autonomous weapons — and whether they should be permitted in warfare at all.

Seats are limited. Register now 👇 🔗 https://t.co/05UzZUs5Ff

#VeritéResearch #AutonomousWeapons #HumanRights #Technology

[Dinesha Samararatne @DineshaSam]

Sooner than later, the issues that many in the margins of the world have been trying flag, such as state capture, will become hot topics in 'global' discourse.

[UK Supreme Court @UKSupremeCourt]

Following the decision by Lord Reed to retire from the Court in January 2027, a selection commission has been launched to find the next President of the UK Supreme Court.

More details about the role, and how to apply, can be found on our websites:

https://t.co/NFh1c70ZHU

[Dinesha Samararatne @DineshaSam]

It took is sometime to get this going...if interested pls do reach out!

[I•CONnect @ICONnectblog]

🚨 New ICON-S South Asia Chapter

We received news about a proposed chapter for South Asia, and the call is out for everyone interested in contributing to the chapter's development to join

🔗 https://t.co/kljoaDsjH1

#SouthAsia #ICONS #PublicLaw

[Sri Lanka National Archives @SL_Archives]

For the first time in 21 years, we have opened recruitment for the post of Archival Officer.

Join us and be part of a legacy of preservation, innovation, and service to the nation.

See Gazette No. 2480, Part IIA, page 11.
https://t.co/QjtIkw4OtY

[Dinesha Samararatne @DineshaSam]

@UmeshMoramudali Read 'Dark Academia - How Universities Die'
It will help you to hold on to your sanity.

[University of Colombo Review @UReview43053]

Think early colonial writings told the full story?
De Silva & Hettiarchchi uncover how Portuguese records depicted Sinhalese women highlighting land ownership, marriage practices, and moments of agency that persisted despite strong colonial and patriarchal control. #history #SL

[Dinesha Samararatne @DineshaSam]

https://t.co/VtVhi2C87f

[Joshua Malidzo Nyawa @joshuamalidzo]

'In this context, the recent judgment of the High Court of Kenya – Katiba Institute vs The Hon’ble Attorney-General – which struck down the appointment of certain “Presidential Advisors,” is a fascinating contribution to the global jurisprudence on this issue' @gautambhatia88

[UK Supreme Court @UKSupremeCourt]

The President of the UK Supreme Court, Lord Reed, has today announced his intention to retire from the Court on 10th January 2027.

https://t.co/OAzCpoh4ui

[Katiba Institute @katibainstitute]

The High Court has overturned custodial sentences handed to three women with children, substituting them with probation after finding it unfair for minors to serve time with their mothers despite their innocence. https://t.co/MWSj0kEmch @StandardKenya #Dignity #Justice

[University of Colombo Review @UReview43053]

Out now! Issue 2 of volume 6 for 2025 has just been published. Please visit the link for new research and reviews. https://t.co/rKX1eCs3Vk
@ColomboUni
#SriLankan #research

[University of Colombo Review @UReview43053]

Think Hog Deer crop damage is a major issue? This study by Madhushanka & Ranawana reveal the real story, showing a small, threatened population, limited distribution, and minimal cinnamon damage, while highlighting urgent conservation needs. #WildlifeConservation #HogDeer #SL

[Dinesha Samararatne @DineshaSam]

@joshuamalidzo @Benign_Overlord Thank you very much!

[Dinesha Samararatne @DineshaSam]

@joshuamalidzo Thank you!

[Dinesha Samararatne @DineshaSam]

@joshuamalidzo When time permits, could you pls share a copy?

[UK Supreme Court @UKSupremeCourt]

Lord Richards has announced his intention to retire in June 2026.

The Lord Chancellor has convened a selection commission to appoint his successor. Full details are available on our website: https://t.co/pWT5TucjZf

[Amal Sethi @amalsethi]

📢 Applications are now open for the @ICON__S Winter/Summer School for Junior Scholars, taking place 13–22 May 2026 in Sydney, Australia.

Convened by @rosalinddixon15 with partners at @UNSWLaw, @NUS_Law, @HKULaw, @uOttawaLaw, @NorthwesternLaw, @icons_ausnz, and Manos Foundation

[ConstitutionNet @ConstitutionNet]

How do we design independent #institutions that truly protect #democracy? Our report offers insight into mandates, autonomy, and inclusion, drawing from global experiences & the Women Constitution-Makers’ Dialogue.

🔗 https://t.co/whVg2CNp8Y

#Governance #Constitution #GenderEquality