CR snatch victory from jaws of defeat
CR&FC snatched victory from the jaws of defeat to sink Navy 23-19 in a thrilling second…
Education Performance Task Force sub-committees to speed up goal implementation
The newly established Education Performance Task Force (EPTF) has appointed several sub-committees aimed at implementing its…
Gain a world recognised MBBS degree at Grodno State Medical University in Belarus
The Grodno State Medical University is one of the leading medical universities in the Republic of…
Passed Finalists Certificate Awarding Ceremony of AAT Sri Lanka
AAT Sri Lanka, the pioneer in producing middle level accounting professionals to the country, held its…
The future of our classical music is in good hands
To commemorate the 120th anniversary of Lionel Wendt’s birth, the trustees of the Lionel Wendt Memorial…
A rising star
On a rainy day in 2017, Dinara Punchihewa was working on the production team of ITV’s…
Wildlife Minister gives ear to concerns of activists and promises action
No more guns will be issued to personnel of the Civil Defence Force (CDF) for use…
Direct flights can spur more tourist arrivals from France
Non availability of direct flights from France to Sri Lanka has affected French tourists visiting Sri…
Trucks from Jaffna signal long- awaited drop in veggie prices
Vegetable prices are going to start dropping in coming weeks because supplies from Jaffna and Kalpitiya…
Kandy’s new terminus sends people buzzing from stand to stand
After a bus terminus with the capacity to accomadate 26 buses at a time and cost…
Forensic audits on bond scams raise alarm bells, expose dealings between officials and private parties
The forensic audits conducted by two international consulting agencies – BDO and KPMG – on the…
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Virus scanners come to airport
As China’s coronavirus epidemic poses worldwide dangers, Sri Lanka airport authorities installed scans which will show red images of incoming passengers if they have fever…
Plans for two new coal power plants by changing the law
The Government is planning to remove a vital clause in…
CEB engineers divided over Lakvijaya extension tender
Sirisena poured more than Rs. 25 billion into his Polonnaruwa
CID freezes assets of the Edwards on money laundering charges
Two suspected coronavirus cases at IDH: Early tests negative
CB to reveal missing sections of bond audit report
Envoy with a ‘soft spot’ for Lanka leaves her shores after a job well done
Audit report reveals irregularities in Agri Ministry
Easter Sunday terror probe: Pujith says Salley promised to hand over Mawanella suspects
An accident waiting to happen
German court convicts Tamil guerrilla for assisting in Kadirgamar killing
President lists seven priority areas in circular to governors
‘Man’ who gave birth in Matara hospital says he doesn’t want his baby
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After 200, Mathews looks to 10,000 runs
By Champika FernandoFormer captain battles illness to reach a maiden double ton
When Angelo Mathews arrived at the crease with Sri Lanka on 92 for 2–still 266 runs behind Zimbabwe’s first innings total of 358–he knew he…
CR snatch victory from jaws of defeat
CR&FC snatched victory from the jaws of defeat to sink…
Akindu, Malinda steer Bens
Fear of failure haunts revival of domestic T20 league
Kandy roar in Airmen’s den
Antonians continue winning streak
Ranil to defend golf title
Pakistan thump sloppy Bangladesh for series win
MAS Unichela, Hayleys clash for Mercantile cricket T20 title
Army’s Rajakaruna stuns unbeaten Saparamadu
Federer’s fans and a knockout punch: Australian Open briefs
Cricket stumped by Politics and Dirty Tricks
Havelocks survive Army scare in try-fest
Popularity of Baseball on the rise
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BT Poll: Mixed reviews on Govt. performance
Most respondents to a Business Times (BT) poll this week, assessing the new government’s performance so far, gave a mixed response while on the topic…
Forensic audits on bonds trigger alarm bells
The forensic audits conducted by two international consulting agencies –…
Mega tea promo delayed, talks continue on wage hike
Special IMF team in March for final EFF review
President assures support for tourism
Hooliganism in universities
Spiderman, a spider or a man?
Direct flights can spur more tourist arrivals from France
5G, next giant milestone of SLT Broadband Services
Effective campaign needed to promote herbal treatment to tourists
Debt moratorium for SMEs unlikely to support SL’s economic recovery :Moody’s
Spice industry needs state boost, says industry expert
Five forensic audits on t-bonds cost Rs.275 m, CB says
Tea expert appointed to run Sri Lanka’s biggest telecom firm
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Editorial
Wuhan virus: Are we ready?
In the face of a new outbreak of a potentially fatal oncoming influenza from China and South East Asia, how prepared is Sri Lanka to meet the situation? Should an emergency task force be appointed? The new strain of coronavirus has earned the attention of all countries that see Chinese…
Columns
- Political Commentary
New move to resolve UNP crisis: Ranil as leader but Sajith to lead alliance at polls
Crucial meeting tomorrow; Wickremesinghe not going anywhere yet; and Premadasa does not want to quit party Concern over AG’s arrest order; police committee to review it while President…
- 5th Column
It’s time to let go and look back
My dear Ranil, I thought I should write to you as you fight to cling on to your political life, hoping to be the leader of the Green…
- Talk at the Cafe Spectator
Ranjan tapes: Officials not talking to journalists for fear of recording
The Ranjan Ramanayake tapes saga continues to be the hot topic on people’s lips, no matter what other issues exist in the country. The scandal is such that…
- Focus on Rights
The ‘Ranjangate’ game of smoke and mirrors
Notwithstanding understandable wrath that Sri Lankans may feel over political betrayals of the Sirisena-Wickremesinghe coalition during 2015-2019, the way forward does not lie in giving sweeping majorities to…
- Sunday Punch
Lanka’s new energy future still in the pits of the dirty coal past
If the croaking of frogs signal imminent rain in the offing, then the occasional rumble of CEB officials followed by attending claps of thunder boomed as warnings by…
- Thoughts from London
Killing the world with their song
While fires in Australia continued to destroy thousands of hectares of forest and kill millions of animals trapped inside and out, in snow- covered Davos Donald Trump and…
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Spotted: The black beauty
Random talk of sightings by villagers and a few tragic deaths in snares have kept people’s curiosity piqued about this uniquely beautiful Big Cat. The…
A villa, a fictional place and a socio-political commentary on Sri Lanka
Letters to the Editor
Appreciations
The future of our classical music is in good hands
BTHVN 2020: SOSL’s tribute concert for the Master
Keep fit: You can do it in your workplace too, says WHO
A much-needed children’s book with a local flavour
All set for S. Thomas’ Prep Night Walk
Making a fashion statement with plastic
Gourmet Chinese New Year treat at Shangri-La Colombo
Prosperity Toss heralds Year of the Rat at Hilton
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A rising star
On a rainy day in 2017, Dinara Punchihewa was working on the production team of ITV’s hit medical drama ‘The Good Karma Hospital’ holding an…
Tea and fashion
A platform that encourages creative minds to be more
‘Parasite’ scores historic upset at SAG awards, boosting Oscar chances
Leaving behind an ‘Echo’ with their music
Support our local nominee at the International Volunteer of the Year scholarship
Asela strikes ‘GOLD’
Music News
CMSC celebrates Beethoven’s 250th birth anniversary
‘Keerthi’ to unspool his life story
‘Gaadi’ gets special Jury mention at Dhaka IFF
CTF focuses on Lankan Children’s Theatre
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When UN’s cash crisis undermines Human Rights, are the World’s Torturers the Key Beneficiaries?
The UN’s ongoing cash crisis, which has virtually destabilised the Organisation’s day-to-day operations, has also undermined…
Why AI will not abolish work
Nuclear disarmament treaties in Sinhala and Tamil: Germany funds project
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Madukanda needs more teachers
Protesters from Madukanda in the Vavuniya District demonstrate in front of the Department of Education, Vavuniya…
UGC strategic plan to be expanded to cover ragging, protests
Two committees to review school text books, including sex-ed book
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CMSC celebrates Beethoven’s 250th birth anniversary
In 2020, Germany will celebrate the 250th birthday of Ludwig van Beethoven, arguably her most famous…
‘Keerthi’ to unspool his life story
‘Gaadi’ gets special Jury mention at Dhaka IFF
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Asian International Book Day
Asian International Montessori School, Battaramulla transformed into a ‘giant library’ on their ‘Book Day’ held on…