Sri Lankan inventors produce software for smart bus service

A group of inventors have been able to invent a software to locate any bus in transit with the mobile phone.

With World Bank participation…A-PAD hosts vital discussion on Sri Lanka’s economic outlook

The Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management Sri Lanka (A-PAD SL) hosted an exclusive discussion on the latest Sri Lanka Development Update report launched by the World Bank.

A plea for national consensus to resolve Sri Lanka’s human-elephant conflict

In Sri Lanka, humans and elephants are finding themselves closer than ever before, sharing land in ways that are often dangerous and costly.

Sripada pilgrimage 2024/25 Authorities offer support, but warn unruly pilgrims

The season for the Sripada pilgrimage 2024/2025 commenced on December 14 with the dawn of Unduwap Full Moon Poya day.

World Press Photo Exhibition 2024 arrives in Sri Lanka!

The Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands, in collaboration with Sri Lanka Press Institute (SLPI), have together announced the arrival of the prestigious World Press Photo Exhibition (WPP) 2024 in Sri Lanka. It has been 21 years since the exhibition graced the city of Colombo in 2002.

Next stop Jaffna Photo exhibition related to Geneva Conventions reaches final leg

The Embassy of Switzerland to Sri Lanka and the Maldives, together with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), are organising the final leg of the photo exhibition, “75 Years of the Geneva Conventions: Global and Sri Lankan Perspectives”.

Most Venerable Galaboda Gnanissara Thero A Tribute to ‘The Little Big Monk’

It is really a very strange feeling, when I try to think that he is no more, for the very reason that his everlasting smile with which he would accept anyone who would come before him and making the visitor at ease. No matter how much I try to convince myself that he is not there, but I feel his presence everywhere. For me, he is there and all what he had left behind have made him an immortal, compelling everyone to feel, that the little things

The Fragility of Life in Buddhism

The fragility of life, its fleeting and temporary nature is a fundamental tenet of Buddhism and many other religious traditions. Every moment brings us closer to our life’s end reminding us that life has definite and inflexible limits. From the moment we are born, we are inexorably moving toward the grave.

International Students’ Short Film Festival 2024 held in Ankara

The International Students’ Short Film Festival 2024, organised by the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Ankara in collaboration with Ankara University was held on December 9 2024, at Ankara University in Türkiye.

Rotary’s Empowerment for Differently Abled Persons: Breaking Barriers, Shaping Futures, and Promoting Inclusion International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is a UN day celebrated every year on December 3

A soft awareness launch of a virtual programme will be on December 14 (today) according with the World Human Rights Day that was on December 10, to help educate the world about human rights and address this global issue.

Proposed cable recycle factory triggers protests by villagers

A proposed factory in Nallachchiya, Galgamuwa has ignited local protest, with residents expressing concern over potential environmental and health hazards.

Asekala Maduwanthi does Rathgama proud ‘Queen’ in a world of male bus conductors

The life of a bus conductor is not as easy as taking a walk in the park; particularly when the job is done by a young woman.

Hybrid coconut saplings A ray of hope for coconut cultivators

Coconut is one of the main consumer goods of which the increasing price has been a major issue in our country.

Professor Mohan Munasinghe appointed the Chief Advisor to Guimarães City

Mohan Munasinghe, recipient of the 2021 Blue Planet Prize and co-winner of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize (as Vice Chair of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change-IPCC), is the Chief Advisor to the Portuguese city of Guimarães, which received the coveted European Green Capital award in Valencia, on November 2024.

Medical Equipment Donated to Kalmunai North Base Hospital

A programme to donate medical equipment worth more than Rs. 40 million was held at the Kalmunai North Base hospital under the leadership of Venerable Rajawelle Subhuthi thera.

Lanka Transformers Ltd responds to DM story

“The Article titled “Mismanagement of workers trust: Lanka Transformers Ltd in the Spotlight” which appeared in Daily Mirror dated September 20, 2024 has been written with one sided inputs.

LIRNEasia hosts Exclusive Forum in Colombo ‘Unlocking Data for AI in Sri Lanka’

Despite AI holding great potential for addressing global challenges, developing nations face significant barriers to realising its benefits.

A review of ‘The Shark Binder A novel that combines historical detail with a moving personal story

It’s a groundbreaking work in that no Lankan writer to my knowledge has previously combined a tale of young love set against a particular historical period so successfully

Promoting Inclusion and Empowerment for Individuals Differently Able -Rotary

A soft awareness launch of a virtual programme is on December 10 (today) coinciding with World Human Rights Day to help educate the world about human rights and address this global issue.

Focus on Sri Lanka Spike in Aids cases highlights youth as vulnerable

In the backdrop of World Aid’s Day having been commemorated on December 1, medical research underscore a spike in the number of Aids cases; especially among youth.

We Are Ageing, What Can We Do About It?

Last week, we looked at the issue of ageing populations all over the world as governments and individuals increasingly see this as a burden.

The Art of Letting Go: Creating Space for Growth and Joy

Have you ever found yourself replaying an argument in your head long after it’s over? Or holding onto a relationship, habit, or goal that no longer feels right? Letting go can be one of the hardest things to do, yet it’s essential for our emotional well-being.

Tamil Writer Annaluxmy Rajadurai honoured with Sahithya Ratna Award

Veteran Tamil writer and journalist Annaluxmy Rajadurai has been honoured with the prestigious Sahithya Ratna Award, presented by the State Literary Advisory Council at the National Sahithya award ceremony held on November 28.

Dr. Madampagama Assaji Tissa Thera elected as Mahanayaka of the Amarapura Maha Nikaya

The Amarapura Maha Nikaya has elected Venerable Dr. Madampagama Assaji Tissa Thera as the Mahanayaka of the Amarapura Maha Nikaya. The Ven. Thera will receive his credentials today at the BMICH.

Coastline Garbage: Blame game continues

Those strolling along the Dehiwala beach heading towards Mount Lavinia will be greeted sensorially by one of Colombo’s unfortunate garbage disposal sites.

A question for ‘Lionel Wendt’ users…Is Dr. Premasiri Khemadasa Mw not as posh as Guildford Crescent?

Street names are an important element that adds to a country’s history and heritage. A street name is also part of an individual’s memory, sometimes shaping their identity based on a location that they lived in.

B Academy to present 5th annual ‘Talent Show 2024’

‘B ACADEMY’, the pioneer educational institute of Mount Lavinia, is thrilled to announce its 5th annual Talent Show, a spectacular celebration of creativity and passion featuring the talents of children aged 4 to 14.

Miththapala gives talk on a personal odyssey with elephants

Wildlife and nature enthusiast Srilal Miththapala got an opportunity to draw on his experience of observing and interacting with wild elephants when he was invited by the Ceylon Society of Melbourne, Australia to give a talk on elephants at their monthly meeting on December 1.

Official’s dilly-dallying denies drinking water to 15,000 families

More than 15,000 families in Gokarella, located within the Ibbagamuwa Divisional Secretariat Division of the Kurunegala District, are struggling due to the lack of access to drinking water.

Prof Munasinghe creates impact at Baku COP29 Climate Summit 2024

Prof. Mohan Munasinghe, recipient of the 2021 Blue Planet Prize, and co-winner of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize as Vice Chair of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), delivered three keynote speeches and gave several major media interviews on sustainability, balanced inclusive green growth (BIGG), digital technology, green power and low-C city development in a multi-polar world.