“I handed over a peaceful country to set out on a journey of hope and prosperity” - Maithripala Sirisena

The had a candid interaction with former President Maithripala Sirisena on his presidency, up and downs of his political

Spotlight on Seruwila gold deposit GSMB officials alleged of Malpractices

Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) receives 7% as royalty in mineral exploration. This royalty should be paid to the Department....

“If we’re to forgive, those who committed abductions should come forward and apologise” - Sandya Ekneligoda

Sandya Ekneligoda, wife of missing journalist Prageeth Ekneligoda, has been fighting a lone battle for 12 long years to seek justice for her husband. In January 2022, Sandya made a vow to Goddess Kali....

“Sri Lanka’s economic recovery challenging and the Netherlands is ready to help’’ - Ambassador

The Ambassador of the Netherlands Bonnie Horbach responding to questions posed by the Daily Mirror and shared her views on bilateral relations covering areas such as the island’s economic crisis, women rights....

“I think that Sri Lanka is far enough out of the economic crisis” - Jennifer Jones Rotary International President

“Imagine a world that deserves our best where we get up each day knowing that we can make a difference,” says the first female.....

“America, West interfering in internal problems of Iran” Iranian Ambassador Hashem Ashjazadeh in conversation with the Daily Mirror sheds light on the current civil protests in Iran

The Islamic revolution in Iran, in 1979 saw the overthrow of the US and British-backed Shah (Monarch). Since its founding, the Islamic Republic of Iran has been in conflict with the US and Britain. Th

Time to make the Sri Lanka Army leaner and meaner

Colombo, November 14: Scholars have pointed out that Sri Lanka has an Army far too big for its size and population, and has a military that i

“Funds taken for Development gone missing”

Everyone believes that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is the only solution to overcome the prevailing economic crisis in Sri Lanka.

GR weak in decision-making– Prof. Charitha Herath

The appointment of the new Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) was shrouded in controversy after former Chairman, Prof. Charitha Herath was overlooked by the ruling party when nominating the new members.

‘Fuel industry has to be regulated to win public’s trust’ - PUCSL Chairman Janaka Ratnayake -

From announcing the countrywide hourly power cuts to increasing the electricity tariffs in places of worship, from monitoring the purchasing....

“I’ll try to bring investors to Sri Lanka” – Erik Solheim

Eric Solheim played a critical role in Sri Lanka as peace negotiator during the civil war. Solheim returned to Sri Lanka at the invitation....

PPP model better option for public enterprises with strategic importance- German expert

Andreas Hergenröther, a German economic expert with speacial knowledge about Asia, shares his insights on the merits of Private Public Partnership (PPP) models for Sri Lanka to revive the economy. He underscores...

We should strive to be self-sufficient thus ensuring food security: Mahinda Amaraweera

The World Food Programme estimates that 6.3 million people in Sri Lanka, which is more than 30 per cent of the country’s total population,

“Government must set up a Social Safety Net” - Dr. Harsha De Silva -

Former minister and Colombo District SJB Parliamentarian Dr. Harsha De Silva, one of the top economists in Parliament and also the Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance, in an interview with the Daily Mirror discussed

The ‘2500 year Buddhist culture’ concept has dragged SL towards bankruptcy - SJB MP Diana Gamage

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) national list Parliamentarian Diana Gamage made headlines for several of her controversial statements.....

‘‘Enthusiasm, comfort level of Chinese investors diminished in recent months’’

However, like in any relationship, we need to be constantly sensitive to each other’s concerns and work on improving it. Today China is the second biggest economy in the world and, as a member of the UNSC, P5

Invisible hand controlling the SLPP - Prof. G.L Peiris

The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) came out with a bang when it was formed and eventually grabbed power. However, the alliance recently.....

I was not trying to run away - Dhaniz Ali

September 9 marks five months since the protest campaign to oust the then President Gotabaya Rajapaksa began at Galle Face. Tear gas and water.....

The next aragalaya  will take the form of a guerrilla battle: Ranjan Ramanayake

Former parliamentarian Ranjan Ramanayake was imprisoned for a period of one year and seven months following his remarks on alleged corruption among lawyers. He was released on August 26, 2022,

People who were in the Aragalaya without any political agenda were not harmed - Manusha Nanayakkara

Manusha Nanayakkara, the minister of labour and foreign employment, made a welcoming decision to amend the labour laws....

We must learn to survive - Hiran Cooray

The tourism industry was one of the biggest foreign exchange earners in Sri Lanka. However, since the Easter Sunday attacks in 2019....

“The Argalaya must win for the system to change” -Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka

Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka recently said in Parliament that he and his party would join a final battle to remove corrupt rulers from power on August 9. However Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) disassociated itself from Fo

Aragalaya will drag Sri Lanka into chaos and anarchy : Weerawansa

Speaking at an emergency debate in the parliament MP Wimal Weerawansa boldly accused certain factions of the Aragalaya,

Food crisis: An economic spiral towards malnutrition

The global food and agricultural systems are in the midst of a perfect storm. Due to the unending overlapping crises, the United Nations defines the situation as “the greatest cost-of-living crisis in a generation.” Recor

Sri Lankan exporters to face tough access to Germany unless HR, sustainability standards met

Sri Lankan exporters are bound to face tough rules when accessing the German market next year onwards because of the new....

Election only after a new Constitution - IUSF

For the first time in the history, Inter-university Student Federation (IUSF) appears in a different light in the eyes of most of the masses.

Gas shortage could have been averted – Litro Chairman

A serious shortage of fuel, gas and other essential items as a result of the dollar crisis led to protests being staged around the country.....

Without changing the situation in the country, nobody will help us - Hirunika Premachandra -

Former MP Hirunika Premachandra has made headlines over the recent past as she has led several protests with the participation....

Some mill owners sell imported rice under local brands - Dudley Sirisena

President of Rice Millers’ Association and Chairman of Araliya Group Dudley Sirisena takes questions from DailyMirror on the current status of the rice market. Rice is the staple food.....

Future of the country is precarious, hopeless and bleak: Anura Priyadharshana Yapa

The SLPP Parliamentarian, Chairman of the Parliamentary oversight committee - the Committee on Public Finance (C