LIRNEasia, as a digital policy research think tank based in Sri Lanka, has over recent years challenged the outdated and inadequate definition of computer literacy used by the Department of Census and Statistics of Sri Lanka (DCS).
At a press conference organised by the Embassy of the State of Palestine on Tuesday (January 2) and held in Colombo the Palestinian Ambassador to Sri Lanka Zuhair M.H. Zaid updated Sri Lankans on the present situation of the conflict between Israel and Palestine. He also let the people hear of the devastating experiences of two Sri Lankan-Palestinian families, that were rescued from Gaza and brought to Sri Lanka a few months back. They were rescu
The controversial question as to whom the offerings of a Devale belong, certainly brings out a serious matter of interest and a series of questions that arise from this ‘Gold Tray’ Do the offerings belong to the Devales or Temples or to individuals? Should there be no check by the Commissioner of Buddhist Affairs as he appoints the Basnayake Nilames and even the Diyawadana Nilame of the Sri Dalada Maligawa? This issue arises with the Maha Kapura
During the extended school vacation children will have the opportunity to experience one of the much look forward to animation adventure comedies in cinemas: ‘Migration’. The story in the film revolves around a family of ducks that makes a long journey and encounters various adventures. The film is directed by Benjamin Renner, co-directed by Guylo Homsy and produced by Chris Meledandri. In the film the family of ducks decides to leave the safe en
The Sri Lanka Railways (SLR) is planning to restore the Kelani Valley (KV) Railway up to Opanayake through Kuruvita, Ratnapura and Kahawatta. At present trains operate up to Avissawella. The KV Railway, built during British rule in Sri Lanka, and reaching up to Opanayake was closed in the early 1970s and replaced with a board gauge line only up to Avissawella. A spokesman for SLR said the KV line is to be augmented up to Hambantota port by
Sri Lanka College of Microbiologists (SLCM) had its annual general meeting in October and elected an executive committee which will serve as its new set of office bearers for the period 2023/2024. Dr. Malika Karunaratne was elected as its new president.
The Annual Josephian Christmas Carol Service was held recently at Rev. Dr. Stanley Abeysekara Sports Complex cum Auditorium at St. Joseph’s College recently. The carol service was organised by the St. Cecilia’s Choir of St. Joseph’s College, Colombo 10. The Josephian Christmas Carol was titled ‘JesuSalvator Mundi’; which means “Saviour of the World”. It is for many of us, the most wonderful time of the year. “Christmas Cheer” is that thing which
Renowned press photographer and former Temple Trees official photographer K.P. Navaratne (84) passed away at his Maharagama residence recently. As a photojournalist Navaratne had immensely contributed to both local and foreign media for over five decades. During former Premier Sirimavo Bandaranaike’s regime he was appointed as the Temple Tress, official photographer. He was the husband of Mrs. Gunawathi Navaratne and father Nalaka, Late Kokila,
Various opinions have been formed regarding the 2024 Budget Presentation. According to the budget, the allocation of funds to each sector requires close scrutiny; with particular emphasis on funds directed towards agriculture and food. The budget allocates 250 million rupees for food security, 1950 million rupees for fertilizer subsidies, 100 million rupees for farmer insurance, 1800 million rupees for the World Food Programme and 5386 million ru
‘Corrupt officials hamper Food Drive’ a headline in an article published in the ‘ Daily Mirror’ said. This gave this writer the impetus to write more about this absolutely factual story; even several years after it was published. Journalists working at that and were young scribes are still in the publishing trade and if they read such factual stores they may wish to respond. It was the time of Late Prime Minister Dudley Senanayake. My News Edit
With deep sadness, I pen this tribute to my beloved boss, Ferrin Careem, who passed away on December 8 at the age of 83. He was a remarkable personality with whom I associated for many decades. His passing away is a significant loss to all of us in the Careems family and, indeed, to the entire country. He was unmatched and possessed a pleasing personality and profound knowledge along with a focused, methodical, and visionary approach. When I firs
India-Sri Lanka ferry service operates smoothly
Tourist arrivals surpass 63,000 in first half of October
EDB gets new chief
Colombo welcomes Cinnamon Life
Easter attack: controversy swirls further high
Catholic Church rebuffs Gammanpila’s allegations
Easter Sunday attack: Ravi Seneviratne’s name implicated
SL unveils new ’P’ series passport with enhanced security features