Gotabaya pledges – I will do it my way
Gives new identity to the presidency which he fought hard to win No portraits in state…
Let the Games Begin
As Sri Lanka gear up for the 13th installment of the South Asian Games, which will…
Patient first
It was not just about treating injuries and diseases of our complex musculoskeletal system which includes…
Lakvijaya: Poor coal quality a major cause of environment pollution
Lack of attention to the quality of coal has been “a major cause of environmental problems”…
New technology developed by Ruhuna University in boat building sector
The world is moving fast in a technologically-advanced world strongly assisted by science and other innovations.…
New concerns after SL Emerging team’s collapse in Bangladesh
When Sri Lanka departed to Bangladesh for the Emerging Asia Cup, there was much expectation that…
A Japanese Rugby World Cup 2019
Six weeks of tumultuous bone crunching, rib bruising, arm wrestling physical sport of a caliber that…
From jungles to the city: Lankan wilds in perfect symphony
“Wildlife photography shouldn’t be about the ego that is attached to it. It isn’t about the…
Lankan inspired Bohemian weaves
When you buy from an ethical clothing line, you know that there is a lot of…
Elders Day Celebrations with VCC
Commemorated each year The International Day of Older Persons is observed on October 1st. The Vintage…
Head to the Christmas Charity Bazaar at GFH today!
The Spa Ceylon International Christmas Charity Bazaar 2019 is on today from 11 a.m. to 4.30…
News
Changing of the guard
In a picture that portrays political significance, former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is seen warmly congratulating his successor Mahinda Rajapaksa soon after he was sworn…
New Govt. suspends UNF’s programmes
The new Government has put on hold a string of…
No Defence Minister still; new President faces constitutional conundrum
General election likely in April or May next year
Flour price hike suspended, pending talks with new government
Western Province drinking water heavily polluted by effluents and domestic waste
Gampola bids farewell to her son D.M. Jayaratne
PM Rajapaksa calls on prelates of Malwatte and Asgiriya
UK garbage: Govt. Analyst yet to submit detailed report to court
Three arrested with 13.6 kg heroin in Rajagiriya
New CA judge calls for reforms to avert abuse of pre-trial management process
Big names pledge billions to eradicate Polio
After peaceful poll, it’s free for all for some victors and vanquished
Ever-smiling, the man in the eye of polling storms lays out his plans
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Fighting for Justice
Avishka, Nuwan and Dilhara file action with CAS to clear their names of match-fixing allegations
Faced with suspension over allegation of match-fixing, three former Sri Lanka cricketers have appealed to the Geneva-based Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) against the…
Rain spoils LB Finance title hopes
LB Finance and MAS Unichela were declared joint champions of…
National Audit Office asks SLC to follow proper procedure
Sebs in command
Domestic cricket hit a snag
More questions than answers
3rd Colombo Supercross next Sunday at Welisara
Let the Games Begin
New concerns after SL Emerging team’s collapse in Bangladesh
Rotherham Circuit Meet today
Manjula stamps his class at Ogilvy Cup 2019
National Shuttlers train in Bandarawela ahead of departure to Nepal
What an outstanding performance by a single Test player
A Japanese Rugby World Cup 2019
More SportsBusiness Times
Dry fish from Negombo
This is not Mannar but Negombo where today fisherfolk are found engaged in producing dry fish on a large scale that was previously a venture…
State agencies ordered to cut spending
All state agencies have been directed to confine spending to…
Uphill task in settling highway contractors’ bills
CSE toasts new President
Biz community: Getting back on track
Tourism industry wants more promos; confidence boosted
Changing of the Guard
Resurrecting the tea industry under new President
Removing the burden of SOEs on our people
“Interest” in senior citizens is waning
Ericsson to power SL’s 5G experience
Dilmah wins “Product of the Year” award in Australia
Sri Lankan banking sector feels the distress amidst rising NPLs
New list of qualified auditors to commercial banks
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Editorial
Some priorities for the new Govt.
If confirmation was ever required, the presidential election of last Saturday further reiterated the fact that cohabitation government just does not work in Sri Lanka. An imitation of the French Gaullist Executive Presidential system, bipartisanship and a National Government of the country’s two main political parties — the UNP and…
Columns
- Political Commentary
Gotabaya pledges – I will do it my way
Gives new identity to the presidency which he fought hard to win No portraits in state institutions, cuts down his security staff, no road closures for his motorcade…
- 5th Column
What matters now, is what will be done for all of us
My dear Gota maamey, I am writing to congratulate you on your very convincing victory in the big race last week. Most people, which I suspect includes yourself,…
- The Economic Analysis
Economic reconstruction and development imperative
The reconstruction of the economy and achieving the country’s potential economic growth is a formidable and challenging task for President Gotabaya Rajapakse. A number of economic and non-economic…
- Talk at the Cafe Spectator
Poser for Rosy: Reports of rift with new President
Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) members are concerned over social media reports that the new Government is planning to replace the council with a special commissioner because it believes…
- Focus on Rights
The November polls revenge of Sri Lanka’s enraged electorate
Foisting the blame for the catastrophic defeat of the United National Party (UNP)-led alliance at the November 16th polls to elect Sri Lanka’s seventh Executive President, on ‘Sinhala…
- Sunday Punch
Gota wave takes Lanka by storm
With over 2000 years of Lanka’s history looking down at him from the stupa Sinhala king Dutugemunu built in Anuradhdapura as a fitting monument to commemorate the defeat…
- Thoughts from London
President cleaning up a Royal legacy
After the so-called yahapalana government came to power and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe-led UNP began to create slots in the cabinet and elsewhere for cronies and contemporaries from…
Plus
Ring, ring: It’s time for English on Skype
Around 4.15 p.m. the tell-tale sound of the Skype ringtone is heard in their simple ‘ICT lab’ and a few of the older children from…
Letters to the Editor
Appreciations
Head to the Christmas Charity Bazaar at GFH today!
Young voices speak up for change
A “Shall-win” way of life
Examining people through the lens
‘Freddy 4: Get Rich Quick’: Mixed feelings about a good night out at the theatre
Lilac unveils a bold modern woman’s world
That Christmassy feel with a twist
One-stop shop to grab artisan Christmas gifts
National Trust lecture on traditional dance costumes
More PlusMagazine
Ringing in Christmas cheer with loads of laughter
Christmas has come early to Colombo as Silent Hands Productions stages the Yuletide farce, ‘Sorry, Wrong Chimney’, on November 29 and 30 at the Lionel…
Young eyes on nature
From jungles to the city: Lankan wilds in perfect symphony
Lankan inspired Bohemian weaves
Showcasing local acts at ‘Battle of the Bands’
‘Tantalize Rewind’ set to get underway this week
Expect some twists as Overseas School of Colombo gears up for ‘Oliver’
What to watch out for at the upcoming Lanka Comic Con
Music News
Sing-along with Spirit
‘Legends of 70s’ with Annesley Malawana
‘Christmas in the Air’ by Thomian Society
More MagazineSunday Times 2
World AIDS Day: Communities make the difference
Since the first identification of HIV/AIDS in the United States of America (USA), in 1981, about…
For an educated society: A national library system using post offices in Sri Lanka
Nilanthie’s handmade crafts on pre-Christmas sale
More Sunday Times 2 >>Education
Kirama Dhammananda Primary Teachers felicitated
A Teachers’ felicitation ceremony organised by the teachers and parents of Kirama Dhammananda Primary school was…
Investigate misuse of funds allocated for printing textbooks- CTU to Govt.
OBUs misuse funds collected for School Admissions- CTU
More Education >>TV Times
Sing-along with Spirit
A popular sing along session will be back again with the popular band ‘The Spirit’ led…
‘Legends of 70s’ with Annesley Malawana
‘Christmas in the Air’ by Thomian Society
More TV Times >>Funday Times
School children participated in a fair
School children participated in a fair held at Kirama Dhammananda Maha Vidyalaya. Pix. by W. A.…