President’s thrift sets example for Budget, MPs told, while Opposition questions treaty withdrawal
Debate on expenses for 25 institutions including the offices of the president and prime minister, parliament,…
Laws bulldozed to clear way for land and forest plunder
The controversy over a circular issued by the Ministry of Wildlife and Forest Conservation empowering District…
CMC steps in with relief packs
The Colombo Municipality Council has stepped into provide dry ration packs for low income families living…
The truth behind ‘Temple Trees’ lockdown
Basil Rajapaksa accuses Media Secretary Rohan Welivita of propagating lies and embarrassing the Premier Asserts he has…
Green and Smart Girls’ school for Central Province
The “Green and Smart School” concept is to be introduced in the Central Province by Central…
UN warns of an impending famine with millions in danger of starvation
UNITED NATIONS (IPS) – The numbers are staggering— as reflected in the ongoing coronavirus pandemic which…
More time to don the creative cap
On this week’s ‘Notes of Resilience’, law lecturer, creative practitioner and activist Visakesa Chandrasekaram discusses the…
How does your garden grow?
Gardening, a favourite hobby among many Sri Lankans regardless of their age has become increasingly popular…
Giving life to her travels through her art
Unable to indulge in her love for travel due to the COVID-19 restrictions, Shanaz Samseer is…
Private sector, professional bodies urged to ‘rise to the occasion’ to help spur growth
In its influential standing as a premier professional body in the country, the Institute of Chartered…
CA Sri Lanka’s BSc. Degree Graduates can fast-track their way to become Chartered Accountants by completing only the final level
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), which is the country’s sole…
News
20,000 containers held up at Port
More than 20,000 containers are still held up at the Colombo Port as clearing of the goods has slowed down, Sri Lanka Ports Authority…
PM ignores AG’s warning, gives approval for LNG power project
Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, in his capacity as finance minister, presented a new note to Cabinet this week authorising the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) to…
Minister sacks SLMC chief and four others; medical community divided over dramatic move
The head and four others of the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) were sacked on Friday afternoon by Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi with the removal…
Namal not well, misses sports debate
Companies, factories must appoint Health Committees to monitor employees
Govt. slams Fitch for downgrading Lanka
Talks on the fate of J R Jayewardene’s Ward Place property
Illegal bottom trawling by Indians: Lanka collects data, tough action being taken
COVID spreads in prisons: Presidential pardon for those serving long-term sentences
High Court Judges who were not promoted take their grievances to President and CJ
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Shanaka, Patel fashion Dambulla Viiking win in rain-hit game
LPL2020
Dambulla Viiking entered the Lanka Premier League 2020 with an auspicious win against Kandy Tuskers after their game was stalled by a heavy downpour during…
Is Sachithra jumping the gun?
In a move that could be a case of ‘deliberately…
Dimuth positive as Lanka brace for ‘tough’ South Africa tour
Medvedev wins ATP Finals
Ray of hope for spirited Mahauswewa girls
Beating the odds of a natural calamity
Business Times
New mini supermarkets
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Government introduces new taxes to raise revenue
Regaining the targeted tax revenue for 2021 has become a herculean task in the prevailing economic conditions triggered by the COVID-19 second wave which seems…
Hotels in Sri Lanka want closure on opening up
Sri Lanka is among the fewer 52 countries in the world that has not yet revived its tourism industry with some of the smaller hotels…
Colombo Port limping back to normalcy
Coconut industry undergoes structural reforms
ACap in talks with Japanese shareholders to settle legal battles
CB wants more ‘RegTech’ products
Relying on local expertise
Budgeting in troubled waters
Budget highlights fiscal challenges, may not significantly boost growth –Moody’s
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Editorial
In search of every dollar
Desperate situations may require desperate remedies and the Government’s Budget proposal to allow undeclared monies (hora salli) to enter the mainstream economy shows how desperate it is. Notwithstanding little irritants like best business practices getting in the way, many Governments worldwide adopt these measures from time to time. These are…
Columns
- Political Commentary
The truth behind ‘Temple Trees’ lockdown
Basil Rajapaksa accuses Media Secretary Rohan Welivita of propagating lies and embarrassing the Premier Asserts he has no office to work from TT after the closedown Names of Independent…
- 5th Column
A year’s progress, or lack thereof
My dear Gota maamey, I thought I must write to you when I realised that you have already completed one year in office. Why, it seems like yesterday…
- The Economic Analysis
Enhancing revenue and pruning expenditure vital to tame fiscal deficit
Bringing down the fiscal deficit to at least five percent of GDP in the next few years is vital to ensure economic stability and growth. However difficult it…
- Talk at the Cafe Spectator
New Constitution: Dispute over provincial councils
The broader contours of a new Constitution for Sri Lanka are taking shape as an experts committee has renewed its call for further public representations. Though nothing is…
- Focus on Rights
Reflections on a presidential speech, covid-19 contagion and deja vu
As Sri Lanka hurtles down the precipice of covid-19 contagion coupled with unprecedented economic devastation, bitter and biting anger at our plight can scarcely be contained. ‘Organised propaganda’vs…
- Sunday Punch
New writ opens season to slash the country’s rainforest canopy
On November 16, the Appeal Court held former cabinet minister Rishad Bathiudeen guilty of clearing 2,000 hectares in the Wilpattu wild life sanctuary in 2012 to resettle Muslims…
- In the National Interest
Burial rights, Shani, HRCSL and the importance of independent institutions
Two interventions by the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) last week highlighted the role and significance of independent Commissions in protecting the rights of the citizenry…
- Thoughts from London
Creeping hand moves towards media
In recent days, we have read or heard several comments and commentaries that speak of official attempts to curb the journalistic activities and freedom of the local media.…
Plus
Science and medicine were part of my life
Totally relaxed, she comes on Zoom on Wednesday – at the appointed hour of 12 Greenwich Meantime Time (GMT) in Oxford, England, and 5.30 p.m.…
Then he dared not read the book, now he plays the role of Arjie
More time to don the creative cap
It’s on now! So don’t miss online Christmas Charity Bazar to get some gifts
Appreciations
Letters to the Editor
Take a leaf from this book if you ever want to become a tea planter
A ‘must’ addition in the field bag for keen naturalists
Ideal getaway from lockdown blues
Living in harm’s way: Whales and the threat of being struck by ships
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‘Obedient women don’t change the world’
Living in a country that has never elected an ethnic minority female to its Parliament, it seems that “being a woman is the first hurdle…
On stage with Stevie Wonder and other showbiz legends
How does your garden grow?
Giving life to her travels through her art
Need someone to talk to? You can reach out online
Gourmet treats on delivery
Challenging stereotypes surrounding male mental health
Play your way to mental and physical well being
Activism against violence and women’s power in cinema
Musicians too can go digital
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UN warns of an impending famine with millions in danger of starvation
UNITED NATIONS (IPS) – The numbers are staggering— as reflected in the ongoing coronavirus pandemic which…
Decent work for fishers: Towards ratifying the ILO work in fishing convention 188
Senior police officer victimised for fault of being too good!
More Sunday Times 2 >>Education
Back to school amidst COVID guidelines
More than 5,000 schools, excluding those in the Western province, were reopened this week for students of…
Nearly 4000 Education College graduates awaiting teaching appointments
CTU: Unqualified acting principals in leading urban and rural schools
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‘Obedient women don’t change the world’
Living in a country that has never elected an ethnic minority female to its Parliament, it…
