Sri Lankans across 50 states in the US to protest on May 1

Sri Lanka’s current economic, political and social turmoil is viewed by the international community with mixed feelings. However, Sri Lankans overseas feel that it’s high time that they stand in solidarity with fellow Sri Lankans to voice against corruption and injustice. As such, on May 1, Sri Lankans living across 50 states in the US will take to the streets at 2.00 pm (EST), voicing for change in solidarity with fellow Sri Lankans.

After 42 Years of Service, Indian Army Chief Retires at 62 Years

The Indian Army’s Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), General Manoj Mukund Naravane PVSM AVSM SM VSM ADC who is retiring shortly after a noteworthy and illustrious career of more than 42 years of military service is in fact a true friend of Sri Lankan Armed Forces.

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Seventy years of our diplomatic journey!

On April 28, 1952 Japan and Sri Lanka established the formal diplomatic relations. As today marks its 70th anniversary, I wish to convey my warmest greetings to our valued friends in this beautiful island nation on behalf of the government and people of Japan.

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When adults make decisions, do they think how it will affect children?

When adults make decisions, they should think about how their decisions will affect children. All adults should do what is best....

Fertiliser fiasco

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Unrest in Rambukkana: State level contradictions galore as victims await justice

April 19, 2022 was a day of unrest in Sri Lanka. People in major towns and cities took to the streets staging protests on the newly announced fuel price hikes during the wee hours of April 18. Subsequent....

Agitating Sri Lankans can draw inspiration from Corazon

At a time when Sri Lankans are fighting for democracy and fair play by the government its citizens in general can draw inspiration from former President of the Philippines Corazon Aquino.

Identifying urgent necessities to stabilise country

The following is a statement released by the Federation of University Teachers’ Association (FUTA) regarding the present crisis in the country.

In remembrance of our loving grandmother on her 1st year Death Anniversary

She was also very objective, reasonable and had very good judgement, even when she was stubbornly defending her own opinions.

Easter Sunday victims cannot voice out their pain

“I can’t even share my pain with my children and husband, because they start scolding me,” shared Rajani*, who lost her son in the bomb blast at Zion Church, Batticaloa.

What the Cabinet brings to the table

Following widespread public anger over the worsening economic crisis in Sri Lanka, the Cabinet of Ministers resigned en-masse....

Fuel price hikes cause chaos

With yet another fuel price increase being announced by the country’s main fuel retailers, its effects have spilled over to many.....

SL would be condemned by world as never before if Police, military eject protestors by Force: Experts

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Yellow for Democracy An initiative to improve voter education, rights, governance and politics

While the majority of the people were getting ready for the dawn of the New Year on April 13 a group of protesters adorned in yellow T-shirts gathered at Independence Square. However, this protest was unlike any other protest. ‘Yellow for Democracy’ a platform initiated by Serika and Birendra Siriwardhana aims to educate the public about their fundame

Replication of Sri Lankan crisis worries other South Asians

Ever since Sri Lanka got into an unprecedented economic bind, and calls for the resignation of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa m

From ‘Les Misérables’ to ‘18 Sanniya’: The role of art in a people’s revolution

Symbolizing the heart of people’s protests and popular movements, the lyrics of ‘Do You Hear the People Sing?’ from the celebrated....

SINHALA AND TAMIL NEW YEAR AND EASTER SUNDAY ATTACKS REMEMBRANCE

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PROF. STANLEY WIJESUNDERA MEMORIAL LECTURE

Prof. Stanley Wijesundera Memorial Lecture and the inauguration of the International Conference on Frontiers in Molecular Life Sciences was held on April 6 at the Institute of Biochemistry, Molecular....

Galle Face Protests Chai, brotherhood lift feeling of Srilankanness at ‘Gotagogama’

‘GotaGoGama’ – that is what the protesters call the ‘Agitation Site’ at the Galle Face Green which has now transformed into a colony of people from diverse backgrounds and walks of life. What commenced....

Time for Revolution of Thought Protesting for hope and change

In the recent past, public- led protests have sprung up all over Sri Lanka as people took to the streets demanding for the current President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to step down. Historian Shamara....

Rupee depreciation causes massive drug, medical equipment shortage

For months, various stakeholders of the country’s health sector, including doctors, pharmacists, pharmaceutical companies, importers, and many other officials warned of dire circumstances....

STICK NO BILLS -by Hashan Cooray

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A health emergency has been declared by several health unions and stakeholders in the health sector due to the shortage of a list of over 200 essential drugs and devices which are either out of stock or are close to being out of stock. However the Health Ministry as well as the State Ministry of Production, Supply and Regulation of Pharmaceuticals has bee

I am concerned about my safety: Thisara Anuruddha Bandara

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FACULTY OF MEDICINE TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION PROTEST

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Can people’s opposition unseat president ?

Chants of slogans demanding the incumbent President and his family relations to step down are being echoed from all corners of the island on a daily basis. The spate of public protests gained momentum....

Documents leaked to Daily Mirror reveal what went wrong in Sri Lankan power sector

When the lights went out on March 31 many Sri Lankans would hardly have been surprised. Rationing of electricity has grown commonplace in recent years, particularly since March of this year, when a foreign currency shortage produced a fuel crisis and reservoir levels fell owing to dry weather.

Artistes rue poor ‘show’ by Govt.

Many artistes endorsed the incumbent Government during the 2019 Presidential Elections. These included amateur as well as se