Corruption in the country From colonization to corruptionization

One may also find definitions of corruption in government and bureaucracy political corruption and the definition of corruption as moral decadence and lack of ethics Similarly;

Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena opens Sri Lanka - Russia friendship festival

The Sri Lanka - Russia Friendship Festival, dedicated to the 65th anniversary of the establishment of bilateral diplomatic relations, opened on the 23rd of September at the Colombo Public Library.

Spotlight on Mineral exploration project: Alarming ilmenite project threatens Mannar community, biodiversity

The Northern and Eastern Coastlines of Sri Lanka have been victimised by mineral exploitation activities which are predicted to cause.....

A long-term development policy framework for Sri Lanka from Rienzie Wijetilleke

At a gathering of business professionals at a CIMA Sri Lanka National Conference in 2006, Rienzie Wijetilleke (former Managing Director and Chief Executive at Hatton National Bank) presented a policy framework that would bring i

Nalanda celebrates a proud moment in cricket

Sixty nine years is a long wait for a win for Nalanda. For decades, cricket has been considered a gentleman’s game. Fine....

Dismay as Sri Lanka negotiates with brain drain!

The brain drain from Sri Lanka continues as the country grapples with hyperinflation and economic turmoil. Increasing numbers of ......

Great mentor, teacher and exemplary human being

Amidst the tantalizing celebrations of the Asia cup cricket triumph along with the glorious achievement in the recently concluded Asian netball championship the gentle,suave and genial servant of God Rev. Fr. (Dr) Gerald Crispin Leo made his quiet exit from this earthly scene. His departure leaves behind not only his remarkable trail of academic and sporting prowess, but thousands of near and dear ones in silent tear. He passed away on September

A professional and academic who shared his knowledge

It is sad to note the Polymer Industry in Sri Lanka losing a stalwart with the passing away of Hema Narangoda. M Sc, FPRI.

A Sister-in-Arms

When I began researching the life and work of Father Michael Rodrigo, a Sri Lankan Catholic priest who was murdered in the Uva Province in 1987, I was directed to a nun by the name of Sister Milburga Fernando.

Dr. S. Somasekaram passes away in UK

Dr. Sinnadurai Somasekeram, Medical Consultant, expired on September 13 in the United Kingdom. The remains of the late Somasekeram lie at 71, Wansunt Rd., Bexley, Kent. The funeral will take place in Bexley on September 25.

Chinese students donate pocket money to Sri Lankan students

Friendship entered Sri Lanka centuries ago through the fabulous Silk Route from ancient China. Since then the two countries have had close relations in Economic and cultural fields.

Maskeliya estate community: Bearing the brunt of the crisis

With Sri Lanka facing the worst socio-economic crisis since independence in 1948, many sections of the society feel the impact of the crisis.....

A fitting final farewell!

The slow descent of the lead-lined oak coffin draped in the Royal Standard, to the Royal Vault in St George’s Chapel in Windsor, brought a tear to many an eye and gave a feeling of emptiness to the millions who adored Queen Elizabeth II.

Jewels: Translating Local Culture

Not all local English books can capture the essence of our culture and our identity and those that do, often lose their originality when they’re written or translated into English.

Implementing far-reaching changes in education at all levels

Dr. Tara de Mel’s recently published book places in the public domain her experience when she sat at the “top table” as a senior and empowered official of the Chandrika Bandaranaike administration,

Non-fee levying Bone Marrow Transplant Centre in Kandy

Lanka Thalassaemia Circle (LTC) in 2017, initiated a project to build a government-sponsored Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Centre,

Cases of Dementia in Sri Lanka estimated to increase

The risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia increases with age. As Sri Lanka has one of the fastest ageing.....

Celebrating the life and service of Dr. Samuel Green, Founder of Green Hospital - Manipay

Our three charities wish to commemorate the founding of Green Hospital in Manipay in the nineteenth century by Dr. Samuel Fisk Green....

World Suicide Prevention Day 2022 Life’s problems can be resolved, but you need to live first

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

A Sri Lankan vendor’s love of Royalty and England’s Queen

Thousands of loyal Britishers- irrespective of their status and deeply saddened by the demise of their majesty the Queen Elizabeth II- waited in 12-hour-long queues outside the Westminster Abbey to pay....

“Where every prospect pleases and only man is vile” - Should the British have given Ceylon independence?

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....

Remembering a businessman with warm smile

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.

Health Ministry receives free eye lenses

The Ministry of Health recently received Rs. five million worth foldable Intra Ocular eye lenses from HelpAge Sri Lanka (HASL) to be distributed among government hospitals countrywide.

He built racial harmony and international ties

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.

Direction Sri Lanka suggests a way forward

Direction Sri Lanka, a civic rights organization comprising leading professionals and academics, issued a statement expressing....

Esuri (Efuru): Portrait of the modern African woman

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 to launch Sri Lanka’s first online dashboard on Freedom of Religion or Belief

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.

A tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

On the evening of September 8, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully at her home in Balmoral. Across the UK and overseas, flowers have been laid, flags have been lowered, bells have tolled and Gun Salutes have been fi

Discussion on mental health and well-being

Damrivi Counsellor’s Association attached to Damrivi Foundation will host a panel discussion based on the “Priority of Mental Health and Well-being during the Present Crises”.

Where will Govt.’s crackdown on ‘aragalaya’ activists end?

Addressing the Third session of the 9th Parliament President Ranil Wickremesinghe said that it is a fundamental right of people....