The Safe Circles website (www.safecircles.lk) was officially launched at an event on July 8, 2023. Safe Circles was created to make education on topics that matter accessible to all Sri Lankans....
It was a privilege to have known you for many, many years and to have been married to you at one time long years ago. I always thought of you as a Bodhisattva, a true follower of Buddhist teachings...
The World Bank Country Director praised the Sri Lankan government for achieving economic milestones and securing international financial support at an event focused on Sri Lanka’s recovery and development, emphasizing the need for inclusive and sustainable growth while highlighting the challenges of rising poverty and declining educational standards. Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka World Bank Country Director Faris H. Hadad-Zervos congratulated the
Nestled amidst the heart of the Sri Lankan justice system, Sri Lanka Law College is bringing back ‘Hulftsdorp Debates’ after a hiatus of four years, according to a press release compiled by the Hulftsdorp...
Investigations are underway to determine the cause of death of 21-year old Chamodi Sandeepani who died under mysterious circumstances on July 11following the administration of two doses of vaccines while being admitted to the Peradeniya Teaching Hospital. Sandeepani was admitted to the Peradeniya Hospital after she complained of a stomach ache. Sandeepani, a resident of Poththapitiya, Alagalla was initially admitted to the Ketapitiya Teaching Hos
Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya, one of the leading government girls’ schools in Colombo, celebrated its Golden Jubilee on January 1, 2023. The school was established in 1973 as Stanmore Crescent Primary School with 5 teachers and 183 students under the guidance of Madam Wimala Liyanage. Over the past 50 years the school has grown to become a prestigious institution with over 4000 students enrolled. The school has produced many successful ladies
AIESEC in University of Peradeniya will embark on an exciting and transformative event called ‘Unlocked 3.0’ on July 15 (Saturday) at the Hector Kobbekaduwa Agrarian Research and Training Institute, Colombo 07. The programme will be held from 8 am to 6.30 pm. This is the third installment of the Unlocked series.
With the dengue epidemic rising exponentially, Suren Cooke Agencies (SCA) collaborated with the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) and the ESNA Group to spray targeted chemical solutions in the Cinnamon Gardens area using drones. This initiative is a follow-up to a recent campaign to identify the potential high-risk areas in Colombo using similar technology.
More than a century ago sand started collecting in the sea off Kalpitiya. The fishermen in Kalpitiya soon noticed this phenomenon. When large amounts of sand got collected and it resembled an island the fishermen used to stop their boats at this place when engaged in their livelihood. Thus it became known as Uchchamuni Island.
Devotees from all over Sri Lanka gather in Kataragama to pay their respects to God Kataragama before the commencement of the Perahara. Among these visitors, the most significant are those who take part in the Pada Yatra; on which devotees from the north, east, and various parts of the country travel for weeks and even months to get to the final destination. Among these pilgrims, there are some who join not to fulfil personal needs or other obliga
On World Population Day, UNFPA Sri Lanka Representative Kunle Adeniyi stresses on the importance of coming together to ensure that gender equality and the health and wellbeing of women, girls and communities are the cornerstone of development and policies. Three decad
Sri Lanka continues to be affected by the unprecedented health crisis presented via the mosquito-borne disease Dengue which is wreaking havoc in the nation. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) definition, Dengue, also known as Break-bone fever, is a viral infection caused by the Dengue virus (DENV) transmitted from the bite of an infected mosquito to people. The presence of the decease is commonly seen in tropical and
A lecture and case discussion organized by Singapore’s Parkway Health in collaboration with the Sri Lanka College of Cardiology will be held in Colombo on Saturday, July 15th with two exceptionally skilled cardiologists from Singapore’s Mount Elizabeth Hospital sharing their expertise on Cardiothoracic care and the most recent treatment methods, along with key local cardiologists.
A marvelous novel which takes us beyond the earth named as “ The Man On The Moon” has been written by authors from 20 Rotaract clubs from all over Sri Lanka. This novel will take you to an unimaginable tour around the galaxy, written under the Sci-Fi fiction genre. The event was held on 29th May, 2023 at University of Kelaniya premises.
Art is a gentle and a deep subject which is really close to the people’s hearts. There are varieties of arts which calm the minds of people. Though technology scores and is most needed these days art is a subject which is irreplaceable due to its unique features and elements.
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