Feelings of uncertainty following the COVID-19 pandemic and worsening financial issues amidst the prevailing economic crisis have made many people lose hope in their lives. An estimated 703,000 people around the world take their own lives every year. ‘Creating Hope Through Actions’ is a triennial theme for World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) from 2021 to 2023. The theme signifies the collective effort that every individual should put in so as to
As we watch the incredible and heartwarming events and scenes in Balmoral, Windsor, Dundee, Edinburgh and finally in Westminster and London, every citizen of Ceylon now Sri Lanka must wonder....
Imagine someone who is 70 years plus and having a voice which sounded like that of a youth. If you do so you would remember Winston Hema de Soyza who maintained a youthful image right into his old age! A smile was his umbrella at all times.
Late Dr. A.C.S. Hameed entered Sri Lankan legislature in March 1960, Representing Harispattuwa constituency, in the Central Province. He had been in Parliament winning 8 elections for a continuous period of 39 years from 1960 to 1999.
Writer and translator Senarath Bandara Subasinghe has translated a second African novel, Efuru, to Sinhala, thereby continuing his good work of introducing modern African literature to Sri Lankan readers, and making a valuable contribution to the world of translating novels by foreign authors into Sinhala.
MinorMatters will soon be launching Sri Lanka’s first ever online dashboard of case law on Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB). The online portal has been designed as a free resource for lawyers, law students, and interested individuals who are keen on learning about FoRB jurisprudence in Sri Lanka.
The history associated with Police duties in Sri Lanka spans over more than two centuries. However, considering September 3, 1866, the day on which Sir G. W. R. Campbell was first appointed as Inspector General of Police, as the day Police service was constitutionally established, 156th Police Day is commemorated today.
2022 has been the year of cutting back. Cutting back on the little joys life has to offer. For many young people, Sri Lanka’s severe economic crisis meant that they had to forego casual meet-ups with friends and cut back on their comfort food deliveries. Why? Everything is double the price!
More countries issue travel advisories
Sri Lanka Tourism invites global travellers for upcoming season
Russian embassy urges citizens to stay vigilant in Arugam Bay
US Embassy issues travel warning for Arugam Bay
India-Sri Lanka ferry service operates smoothly