Amma, should I go with this stranger?

For thousands of young girls across Sri Lanka, their wedding is a far cry from happily ever after as parents marry off their daughters....

‘Charumathi’: A novel portraying the realities of modern life

Charumathi is a novel by Rodney Vidanapathirana and his first venture into the world of novel writing. In addition to his life as a journalist....

Taxidermy process of an iconic elephant: Holding on to Raja for posterity

Sri Lankans venerated the 11-foot tall Nadungamuwa Raja every time it took to the streets to attend a pageant, either in Kandy....

A speech made by D.S Senanayake Reviewing issues obstructing freedom of education

Though Sri Lanka was a British Colony the introduction of the Donoughmore Constitution in 1931 transferr

Personal Data Protection Bill: Another draconian law to suppress media freedom?

Digital platforms have made life easier for millions of users. But oftentimes, privacy issues have raised concerns among developed.....

Origin and Development of Passion Plays in Sri Lanka

The season Lent has dawned upon us once again and for most Catholics it’s the liturgical season they cherish most, owing.....

The Legendary Basketball Coach Ram Sunderalingam Is No More

The Centenary Benedictine Magazine of 1965 portrays Mr. Ram Sunderalingam thus; “He was both a catalyst and a prophet.....

TWO-WHEELED CITIZEN ACTIVISM: CYCLING TOWARDS A POLITICS OF CHANGE

Sri Lanka is experiencing a record economic crisis. The fallouts of the economic crisis the public experience in their day-to-day....

Norris canal needs attention

Norris Canal starting from Colombo National Hospital was built during the British colonial period to prevent the area from being....

Higher Education Reforms in Sri Lanka for positive peace

The ‘Future-Ready Youth Leadership Programme’ at the National Centre for Leadership Development in Embilipitiya, a historical event in the history of the University System of Sri Lanka, which began on March 10 with the participation of over 250 Vavuniya University students will continue till March 16.

Top post for former policeman Asoka Wijetilleka

Former Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police and one time Commission member of the Independent National Police Commission Asoka Wijetilleka was unanimously re-elected as the President of the Association of Chiefs of Police for the year 2022/2023,

He was a symbol of sincerity

The recent demise of Prof. ND Samarawickrama– affectionately known as Samare to his Peradeniya friends - was sudden and shocking and caused enormous grief. He was hale and hearty; he advised us to keep safe from Covid-19. Alas! Ironically he himself finally became a victim.

Jayampathi at the helm of AAUPCC AGM

The 31st AGM of Alumni Association of the University of Peradeniya Colombo Chapter (AAUPCC) was held on March 6 at the BMICH. The meeting was conducted as a hybrid event. The Chief Guest was Prof. M.D. Lamawansa, Vice Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya. Eng. M. J. M. N. Marikka, The Chief Executive Officer of Lanka Transformers Pvt Ltd, was the Guest of Honour.

33rd AGM of AAUP scheduled for March 27

The 33rd Annual General Meeting of the Alumni Association of the University of Peradeniya (AAUP) will be held on March 27 (Sunday) at 9.00 am. The AGM will be a hybrid event due to the present health situation in the country.

Cultivating Kindness towards every being

The renowned Buddhist monk, Ajahn Brahmavamso, often talks about ‘ Kindfulness’ . It’s a word He invented. He has coined two words together:

Policy paralysis and.... the lost labour

Sri Lanka’s female labour force participation oscillated between 30% to 37% for the past few decades. While there are many contributory factors for this low female labour force participation, the role of labour laws that discourage women from entering and remaining in the labour force is a topic rarely discussed.

Spreading the message about the joy of giving

A group of exemplary youth in Ragama has come together to reach out and help their community. Humans for Humanity is a collective of youth based in Ragama. Their members consisting of university students and young professionals have come together to identify the needy among their own community and to help them in whatever way they can, with the help of their own.

How Plan left Sri Lanka, abandoning children and misleading donors

Plan International’s decision to leave Sri Lanka raised eyebrows. Several stakeholders found the decision abrupt and ill-prepared.

Minister Weerasekera at World Police Summit Forum in Dubai

Public Security Minister Rear Admiral Dr Sarath Weerasekera met with His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al....

Remembering Lakshmi Pollocks on her First Death Anniversary on March 15

Although You’re Gone Although you’re gone, we are not alone. And never shall we be.....

Sand mining and threats to freshwater fish : Construction industry’s wicked ways of destruction

The Wé Ganga Muththetuwatta Mankada in Nivitigala, located 20km away from the Ratnapura town, transforms into a hive of activity at the break of dawn. Both sand and gem miners utilise this ‘lucky spot’ along the Wé Ganga - a tributary of

Misleading tourism estimates ?

Sri Lanka is gradually losing its ability to serve tourists as a hospitable nation. A new gazette now restricts the import of several items considered non-essential but these include cheese, pasta.....

Mama I love you and miss you

An accomplished man with a heart of gold

Segarajasingham Nagendra, known as Sega, met the love of his life when they were both children. Eight years her senior,

A batch that produced many professionals

Upali Wijewardena entered Royal Primary at the age of 5yrs when A F De Saa Bandaranayake was Head Master. Some of his classmates who joined the Kindergarten (Baby Class) along with Upali were Dr. Ranjith de Silva (surgeon),

A chip off the old block

This is a tribute to a humble human being, a lovable husband, a caring father, a dutiful son and a trusted friend who is no more.

Golden Jubilee Celebration of Royal’s Class of 72

In 1835 Rev. Joseph Marsh established a private school called the Hill Street Academy for twenty students from the upper-class community. Sir Robert Wilmot Horton (Governor of then Ceylon 1831-1837), was an Old Etonian. Eton College is one of the highest in prestige. Referred to as “The Nurse of England’s Statesmen,” Eton has educated prime ministers, world leaders, Nobel laureates, and generations of the aristocracy.

Girl Guides around the world celebrate World Thinking Day

Millions of Girl Guides around the world celebrate World Thinking Day on February 22 every year.

Cycle of dharma and adharma

The Annual Bhagavad Gita discourse by Sunandaji, the daughter disciple of Swami Parthasarathy, will be delivered via zoom facility from March 19-22.

Plastic feeding bottles & containers used for children found with harmful chemicals: CEJ

Many parents rely on the convenience of plastic food containers, especially with feeding bottles for babies. They are inexpensive and are hard to break. But are they safe?