“Undivided India” mural causes concern among other South Asian countries
Shortly after Indian Premier Narendra Modi declared open India’s new parliamentary complex built at the expense…
Cadavers used in medical studies dumped recklessly
By Nadia Fazlulhaq Pix by M. A. Pushpa Kumara Residents around the Joranis Peiris cemetery in Pannipitiya…
Heat over archaeological site or people’s
By Sandun Jayawardana and S. Rubatheesan Conflicting accounts related to the ownership of hundreds of acres…
Jayawickrama stunner seals St. Peter’s winning start
Centre Suresh Jayawickrama was the toast of St. Peter’s supporters as his last-minute try, having intercepted…
Thomians down Wesley in opener
Wesley College came close to recording a stunning win, yet hosts S. Thomas’ College held on…
Govt. and opposition intensify moves to strengthen their positions
Ranil meets SLPP chiefs; stamp of approval from Basil for President’s initiatives; separate meeting with ITAK…
The Player Auction that ignited the excitement of LPL
Wednesday’s player auction of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) was nothing short of a captivating blend…
Sak Surin getting used to specially designed ‘travel abode’ before takeoff to Thailand
By Kasun Warakapitiya Thirty-year-old tusker Muthu Raja, also known by his Thai name Sak Surin, is…
Driver discipline urged to put brakes on rising road accidents
By Nathara Abeywickrema The recent spike in road accident deaths and injuries has yet again prompted…
School has ended! What happens next?
Start Your Future in Australia with Federation University Now that your exams are over, the next…
After Coronation concert Soul Sounds Academy sets eyes on Bali
Fundraiser concert I’m Yours… to help them be the first group from Sri Lanka to sing…
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Transformative power of yoga for world peace
International Yoga Day proclaimed by the United Nations on the recommendations of India to popularise the transformative power of yoga in fostering world peace was…
Turmoil over transfer of top pharmacists
The Health Ministry this week abruptly moved out 23 of the National Medicines Regulatory Authority’s (NMRA) most experienced pharmacists, leaving the institution with just 26…
Concern over questionable meningococcal vaccine for Lankan Hajj pilgrims
Hundreds of Sri Lankan Muslims departing for Hajj this year are being administered the mandatory meningococcal vaccine through unregulated means, with doctors suspecting the injection…
Parachute tourists carry on booming businesses in the South and East
TRC draft ready by next month
Cadavers used in medical studies dumped recklessly
Esala Perahera of the Ruhunu Kataragama Devalaya from June 19 to July 4
Pera student falls to death at waterfall
HIV patient numbers, deaths on the rise
Chiranthi and Yudhanjaya: Two winners for Gratiaen Prize
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Jayawickrama stunner seals St. Peter’s winning start
By M. Shamil AmitCentre Suresh Jayawickrama was the toast of St. Peter’s supporters as his last-minute try, having intercepted Royal, enabled his side to pull off a well…
Thomians down Wesley in opener
Wesley College came close to recording a stunning win, yet…
Shaheen back for Pakistan for Sri Lanka Tests
Historic first for Rajans over Trinity
Stokes snares Smith after Broad’s double strike
Sri Lanka finish third, qualify for World Youth Netball C’ships
Sri Lanka Badminton, preparing for a long rally
French Open 2023 – Paris
NSSF to host 11th Asian Youth Training Camp
The Player Auction that ignited the excitement of LPL
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Networking sessions
Dr. Ivan Misner, Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Business Network International (BNI), visited Sri Lanka for a series of meeting with local partners. Here…
Shipping sector could lose business if sea lane shifts
Shipping and marine industries are fearful of another crisis in their waters such as losing the geographical preference, after a proposal to shift the shipping…
SriLankan Airlines to get busy in winter 2023
National carrier SriLankan Airlines is planning on a significant increase in flights to a number of destinations in its network during the upcoming winter season.…
Employers demand hire and fire rights
SME factories want to reschedule loans
Dollar gains vs Rupee
Discontinuing efficient rules
Growing local businesses through Daraz
Rupee depreciation boosts wood-based product purchases from abroad
Networking plays pivotal role in success, says BNI Chief
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Editorial
Caught between UNHRC and IMF
Just as the Government was bailed out at least temporarily by the IMF and is exploring ways and means to meet the lending agency’s demands to qualify for the second instalment by September, its attention gets diverted to tomorrow’s sessions at the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) which persists with…
Columns
- Political Commentary
Govt. and opposition intensify moves to strengthen their positions
Ranil meets SLPP chiefs; stamp of approval from Basil for President’s initiatives; separate meeting with ITAK SJB in talks with other opposition groups to broaden its base, Madduma…
- 5th Column
A lack of outrage
My dear Lohan, I thought I should write to you now. That is because you should be all over the newspapers and television news, grabbing their headlines –…
- The Economic Analysis
The economy in a period of lesser discontent and socio-political unrest
There is a lull in the country’s political protests and social unrest. The spate of trade union strikes, protests and social unrest appears to have died down, despite…
- Talk at the Cafe Spectator
“Undivided India” mural causes concern among other South Asian countries
Shortly after Indian Premier Narendra Modi declared open India’s new parliamentary complex built at the expense of US$ 2.4 billion recently, India’s neighbours who share the land borders…
- Focus on Rights
The President and the media
Speaking at the Homagama Divisional Secretariat this week, President Ranil Wickremesinghe effortlessly recasted the currently heated debates on Sri Lanka’s proposed Broadcasting Regulatory Commission Bill as a choice…
- Sunday Punch
How long can Diana romance the whirlwind political dance
Has the nation’s heirloom chest of prudish values become its Pandora Box that prevents progress Many Lankans face a tough time in catching up with Diana: Diana, the…
- In the National Interest
Palestine—75 years of injustice and still counting
The Sunday Times photograph last week of the Israeli National Day celebrations in Colombo with the presence of Foreign Minister Ali Sabry has provoked strong reactions from people.…
- Thoughts from London
Talking of ethics and spouting rubbish
As though our native land is not smothered enough with half-baked draft laws and even less baked government arguments in defence of these blatant attempts which many see…
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A case of what’s in a name or something more for them
It has seen many changes over the years but a historic part of Colombo, commonly known as Slave Island – will no longer be that,…
Film on Geoffrey Bawa to have world premiere in Colombo
A humane look at the villagers of Palaikuli
Letters to the Editor
Appreciations
A case for preserving our ‘Grand old dame’
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After Coronation concert Soul Sounds Academy sets eyes on Bali
Fundraiser concert I’m Yours… to help them be the first group from Sri Lanka to sing at Bali International Choir Festival By Shannon Salgadoe Soul…
Mirror Music
TNL TV celebrates thirtieth anniversary
Award winning ‘Akasa Kusum’ – on TNL today- 18th June, 2023
‘Adipurush’ : Ramayana tale
Cricket Fever is back on Sirasa
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A President wronged by history
Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa celebrates his 74TH birthday on June 20 By Sugeeshwara Bandara Comfortably seated…
Inferiority-complex fallout of Lanka’s majority
Talent Hub Academy Exhibition held at Galadari
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Go forth and teach
The national ceremony for awarding teacher appointments to National Education Diploma holders was held at Temple…
STEAM education to be introduced in all grades
Grade 5 Scholarship Exam on Oct 15
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After Coronation concert Soul Sounds Academy sets eyes on Bali
Fundraiser concert I’m Yours… to help them be the first group from Sri Lanka to sing…
