Embattled president delivers Avurudu relief as coal crisis deepens
Subsidies and relief for farmers, Aswesuma beneficiaries; Govt works on multiple fronts to secure fuel supply…
Newly refurbished Colombo Central Bus Stand declared open
The newly refurbished Central Bus Stand in Colombo was declared open this week, following a year-long…
Impractical school guidelines trip up heatwave response
By Sajeniya Sathanandan Despite a collective commitment to student safety, a lack of infrastructure, water facilities…
Doctors vs. Govt: Patients become pawns on a chessboard
By Sajeniya Sathanandan The conflict between the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) and the Ministry of…
Rising costs sour festive mood for some
By Kasun Warakapitiya The adverse impact of increased fuel prices, transport charges and electricity tariffs…
Slump in local tourist numbers in the heart of Avurudu season
By Wasantha Ramanayake Most resorts and out-station hotels across Sri Lanka are facing a sharp drop…
Animal lovers suggest national plan on firecracker risks
By Kasun Warakapitiya Animal rights activists say it is high time the Government set up a…
Avurudu at ‘Nuga Gama’ Festive dining, cultural experiences at Cinnamon Grand
Blending authentic Sri Lankan heritage with the hotel’s signature hospitality, Cinnamon Grand Colombo celebrates this Avurudu…
Coveted RTC Governor’s Cup to illuminate Nuwara Eliya on Wednesday
The 2026 edition of RTC Governor’s Cup will get underway on April 15, the day following…
Sri Lanka set for Sanya 2026 with 77 athletes across eight sports
The National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOC Sri Lanka) officially unveiled the Sri Lanka contingent…
News
Sparse crowds in Pettah as Avurudu prices bite
Pettah, Colombo’s bustling shopping hub, was unusually calm this Avurudu season. Streets—normally teeming with shoppers and traffic jams—were sparse, reflecting the dwindling purchasing power of…
Govt. to adopt fluctuating fuel price formula
Multiple revisions on a weekly basis in line with global market trends By Damith Wickremasekara The government will introduce a new fuel pricing formula which…
Energy Minister survives no-confidence vote: 153 against, 49 in favour
By Sandun Jayawardana The No-Confidence Motion (NCM) against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody was defeated on Friday in Parliament by a majority of 104 votes. A…
Peace dog Aloka set to join Buddhist monks’ Walk for Peace
Standing Orders amended to enable COPA, COPE to directly refer corruption to CIABOC, police
IMF agreement on EFF offers relief; strict reforms now essential
Ranil chose Singapore over SL to spare Lankan docs of harassment, Vajira says
Committee on Provincial Council electoral system hears from AG Dept. and EC
More buses, trains for holiday period
Police got you covered on the roads this season
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Nuwan Thushara reverses his swing
Fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has extended a formal apology to Sri Lanka Cricket and signalled his readiness to abandon legal proceedings in his ongoing dispute…
Players in injury list look strong as squad of 45 picked for NZ tests
Prominent names are among those who missed out selection in…
Our girls need to develop the same skills of the top players of world – Women’s coach Siddons
SLR name squad of 28 for Asian Games 2026 and Asian Rugby 7s Series 2026
Coveted RTC Governor’s Cup to illuminate Nuwara Eliya on Wednesday
Tennis and spectatorship
Entries now on for Ceylon Masters International Badminton 2026
Sri Lanka set for Sanya 2026 with 77 athletes across eight sports
Business Times
Readying for the New Year
Traditional Avurudu sweetmeats prepared at the Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo. (Inset) An elderly woman prepares ‘kavun’- Pic by Akila Jayawardena …
Govt. sidelines tea smallholders
By Sunimalee Dias Tea smallholders have expressed concern that the government continues to sideline their requirements and the latest offer of 25,000 metric tonnes (MT)…
Tourist traffic drops by 20% in March
ICTA exit turning point in digital transformation
Condos versus shelters
Avilla avilla, Sinhala Avurudda avilla!
NDB fiasco: Risk and audit committees on the radar
MJF Foundation helps with free patient transport services
Ceylon Chamber appoints Shiran Fernando as Secretary General/CEO
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Editorial
The emerging reality in West Asia
The whole world breathed easy last Tuesday as Iran and the USA reached a temporary ceasefire at the 11th hour through the active mediation of Pakistan – clearly at the behest of the USA and China. US President Donald Trump was quick to go to his social media to declare…
Columns
- Political Commentary
Embattled president delivers Avurudu relief as coal crisis deepens
Subsidies and relief for farmers, Aswesuma beneficiaries; Govt works on multiple fronts to secure fuel supply President denies wrongdoing in coal tender; Audit Office report exposes irregularities; Calls…
- 5th Column
No ordinary book launch
My dear Gammanpila, I am writing to congratulate you on the recent launch of your book which you claim is about searching for the ‘mastermind’ of the Easter…
- The Economic Analysis
Will the celebration of Aluth Avurudda this year be austere?
This year’s celebration of the Aluth Avurudda or Sinhala and Tamil New Year, may be somewhat austere, especially in the villages, due to several reasons. While there are…
- Sunday Punch
Old year’s departing shocker – the rising scandal of NDB’s 13b fraud
Sorry to bring bad news, but a financially inauspicious Sinhala and Hindu New Year looks likely to dawn on nation As the old devil’s year-long reign dragged toward…
- In the National Interest
Israel does it again— repeats practice of selective adherence to peace accords
In what can only be described as a dramatic eleventh-hour development, a temporary ceasefire was announced last week in the escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel, and…
- Thoughts from London
Trump’s torpedo shakes a foreign-policy-stultified government
In the couple of days between the writing of this column and its appearance today, what will happen to the world is anybody’s guess. Whether this war, which…
- Lobby
Easter Sunday attacks: Seven years on another debate and the usual accusations
By Sandun Jayawardana With less than two weeks to go before the 7th anniversary of the Easter Sunday terrorist attack, Parliament held yet another adjournment debate on one…
Plus
Smells and shapes of an earthy harbinger of Avurudu
Pottery still plays an integral role in the traditions of our National New Year and the livelihood is still very much alive among a dedicated…
The unique flavour of Puththaandu
Appreciations
Letters to the editor
La Bamba! The Song of Veracruz all set to dazzle City of Dreams
UL Club Avurudu Pola 2026 flies high
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Memories and traditions in a changing world
How today’s youth celebrate the Sinhala and Tamil New Year By Kaveesha Fernando Every Sri Lankan knows that Avurudu/ Puththandu (the Sinhala and Tamil New…
Ranjan returns as OIC Gaddafi
SingLanka classics on Vinyl
Avurudu at ‘Nuga Gama’ Festive dining, cultural experiences at Cinnamon Grand
‘Charlie’s Angels’ reunite for show’s 50th anniversary
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Royal Asiatic Society of Sri Lanka AGM marks 181 years
The annual general meeting of the Royal Asiatic Society of Sri Lanka (RASSL) was held on…
All Saints’ Avurudu get together promises much fun
Iran bloodied, but winning against the axis
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Not an ounce of shade
The excessive heat has impacted schoolchildren as well. With the school holidays on for the New…
Ed. Ministry seeks public comments on proposed Education Council
Colombo Uni, IUB Pakistan discuss physiotherapy collaboration
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Memories and traditions in a changing world
How today’s youth celebrate the Sinhala and Tamil New Year By Kaveesha Fernando Every Sri Lankan…
