Govt.’s tariff win hailed, but calls grow to reveal the quid pro quo
President and team shed ‘novice’ label in international negotiations, but Harsha claims there were ‘behind-the-scenes’ hands…
Foreign Ministry provides translation services for Lankan fishermen detained in Madagascar
The Foreign Ministry has stepped in to provide a Sinhala-French interpretation for tomorrow’s court hearing against…
Efforts mount to bridge gaps on tackling elephant tragedies but ground level officers see shortcomings
By Kasun Warakapitiya The state stakeholders have sprung into action to find solutions to manage and…
Bus operators in dire straits due to lack of rest rooms at the Bastian Mawatha stand
Pix and text by Rekha Tharangani Fonseka Long-distance bus drivers complained that they are unable to rest…
Slash and burn: Clearing of a forest reserve
The Karvigala Reserve situated within the Kahalla -Pallekele sanctuary had been subjected to high level illegal…
Sugar factory overhaul continues alongside farmer payments delays
By Ishu Bandara Despite the crushing impact on the lives of farmers, workers, and others who…
Once they fought for the country, now they have to battle over fair share of Api Wenuwen Api, audit reveals
The Ministry of Defence denied any favouritism in the disbursement of funds By Mimi Alphonsus and…
Esala Perahera: Large crowds gather, more expected for Randoli
The historic Esala Perahera got underway this week with the final Kumbal Perahera due to take…
Make the most of your August holidays
By Arrenga Nadaraja and Samadhee Wijesekera The long awaited August holidays are fast approaching and if…
Greying without growing
If you’re over 60 years old today, you likely belong to Sri Lanka’s “baby boom” generation—born…
Strategic capital market focus for economic recovery
Sri Lanka’s economy is in recovery mode, requiring fiscal consolidation, balance of payments, a flexible exchange…
News
Taste of City of Dreams for President
Flanked by Sri Lanka’s industry captains, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Friday participates as the chief guest at a dinner event held by the John…
Lanka grants host of concessions to US in tariff negotiations
1,161 industrial and 42 agricultural products from Sri Lanka covered; but MFN duties on some items “Very high percentage” of US goods to enter Lankan market…
Trade with US would fall heavily due to tariff burden, simulation shows
By Kapila Bandara Sri Lanka’s exports to the United States are estimated to fall by US$1.62 billion to US$1.82 billion next year due to adjusted…
Police fake drug charges exposed: 25 freed, one death linked to stigma
Ranil, Sirisena team up to challenge perks-slashing bill
Three arrests linked to Perahera security
Podi Hamuduruwo remembered
Yatinuwara PS Chairman suicide: Money lender questioned
Taxes on vehicle imports and financing facilities likely to rise
Vel ceremony in pictures
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Champs after four decades!!!
Trinity dumbfound Wesley in a thriller at Pallekele to claim Dialog Schools League
A 38-year wait ended in dramatic fashion as Trinity College mounted a stunning second-half comeback to edge out Wesley College 23-21, clinching the Dialog Schools…
Zahira clinch first Plate win in high scoring thriller
Zahira College prevailed to secure their first win, edging out…
Chamod and Amasha fastest at 103rd Athletic Nationals
Mahanama stun Vidyartha 17-12 in Bowl Segment battle
Ledecky reigns over McIntosh as record-breaking US hit back
Last minute glory for Royalists
SLC seeks foreign coaches to bridge “knowledge gap”
Peterites edge past Isipathana in tight contest
Skipper Dilruwan pilots Science to commanding win
SLSBA raises concerns over SLB’s handling of overseas tours involving schoolchildren
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Brainstorming session on senior citizens
The Sunrise Senior Foundation (SSF), a voluntary organisation looking after the interests of the country’s senior citizens, on July 21 brought together a group of…
Mixed views on 20% US tariffs on Sri Lankan goods
Mixed reactions were received from Sri Lanka’s apparel and plantations sectors after the US Government enforced a 20 per cent tariff on Sri Lanka goods…
SL Capital Market launches CCP
The capital market regulator is perusing six applications for the multi-asset class Derivative Exchange, officials said. “The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has six applications,…
CIABOC assets defaulters face fines/ imprisonment
Four SOEs in discussion with CSE to go public
Duty-Free Permits system under scrutiny
Digital Assets part of larger digital economy plan
Transparency in education reforms
Greying without growing
Strategic capital market focus for economic recovery
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Editorial
Education reforms: A key lesson from history
The Government’s proposed ‘education reforms’ have led to a healthy discussion, unfortunately resulting in some having to comment without the benefit of studying the entirety of the proposals and relying only on bits and pieces of information made public from time to time. Like with the many MoUs it has…
Columns
- Political Commentary
Govt.’s tariff win hailed, but calls grow to reveal the quid pro quo
President and team shed ‘novice’ label in international negotiations, but Harsha claims there were ‘behind-the-scenes’ hands UNP points to Trump’s conditions connecting trade and security agreements with tariff…
- 5th Column
A long way to go
My Dear Namal baby, I am writing to you because somehow, you are able to find a way to be in the news, be it having a warrant…
- The Economic Analysis
Economy threatened by tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and other external shocks
External shocks caused by the current trade wars, the West Asia crisis, the Russian-Ukrainian war, and a likely global economic recession could be severe setbacks to the Sri…
- Talk at the Cafe Spectator
Likely underutilisation of research centre emerging from Speaker’s House
The official residence allocated for the Speaker in Kotte is to be turned into a “Centre for Parliamentary Studies and Research” for the exclusive use of Members of…
- Focus on Rights
Sri Lanka’s class divide and its implications on the rule of law
When Pulitzer prize winning journalist Wesley Lowery cleverly punned the election of United States President Donald Trump in his first term (2017-2021) succeeding to the liberal Black (almost)…
- Sunday Punch
Lanka’s exports breathe relief after Trump’s axe falls softer on its necks
Lanka breathed a sigh of relief after receiving a reprieve with Trump letting his tariff axe fall lightly on her neck. In what would have amounted to a…
- In the National Interest
Sri Lanka’s collective sigh of relief over reduction in reciprocal tariffs should not mask challenges ahead
Sri Lanka must heave a collective sigh of relief following the announcement that U.S. President Donald Trump has reduced the reciprocal tariffs on Sri Lankan exports to 20%,…
Plus
Their work will make you stop and think
At the Barefoot Gallery that languid Wednesday afternoon, there is a distinct shift from the usual vibes of canvases with layered paint or abstract art.…
A tale of four processions of the grand Esala perahera
Appreciations
Key education reforms essential for changing global landscape
In step with poise and purpose
Juliet’s ode to a timeless garden
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Make the most of your August holidays
By Arrenga Nadaraja and Samadhee Wijesekera The long awaited August holidays are fast approaching and if you are looking for some fun activities you can…
A travelling exhibition on ‘Empowerment: Art and Feminisms’
First Bollywood IMAX movie in town
A premiere for a bold political satire
A revolution in stage setting in Sri Lanka
‘Mage Duwe’ (My Daughter): Malcolm’s touching farewell Ballad strikes a chord
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High Commissioner Mahishini Colonne presents credentials
High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to India, Mahishini Colonne, presented her credentials to the President of…
Democracy in Debt: Sri Lanka – Beyond the Headlines
Aggamahapandita title conferred on Ven Akuretiye Nanda Thero
More Sunday Times 2 >>Education
Be prepared: Girl Guide shines
The Sri Lanka Girl Guides Association held one of its most prestigious events of the Association…
Small schools to be merged as part of education reforms
Gateway Students Play Key Role in Sri Lanka’s Success at International Economics Olympiad
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Make the most of your August holidays
By Arrenga Nadaraja and Samadhee Wijesekera The long awaited August holidays are fast approaching and if…
