Dr. Sachithra appointed President of Colombo District’s Softball Cricket Federation

Dr. Sachithra Weerasekara was recently appointed as the President of Colombo District’s Cricket (softball) Federation. A student of Ananda College, Colombo, Sachithra who excelled....

‘Stewards of Creation’ educates teachers to lead students to care for the environment

World leaders recently gathered at Glasgow in Scotland for Cop26— the conference of the parties under the 1992 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)--to discuss the solutions for the climate crisis which is posing the gravest threat to humanity.

An accomplished scholar and a great mentor

Much has been said and written about Justice P. Ramanathan that I would find it difficult to write anything new except to repeat what has already been penned.

Little-known facts about Keppetipola’s death

Dr. Henry Marshall, the friend of Maha Nilame Adikaram Keppetipola, did the greatest dishonour to him and the nation by removing the skull to Edinburgh.

Dr. Banagala enlightened an audience about a novel era of eye care

The 30th Susan George Pulimood Memorial Oration organised by the Visakha Vidyalaya Old Girls’ Association was held on December 1 at the Jeremias Dias Hall with limited participation due to health regulations.

Centenary celebration of Mallika Nivasa Samithiya: A noble mission to provide security, peace and tranquility to the destitute

On February 27, 1921 a newly inaugurated care home located at the heart of Bambalapitiya opened doors to two destitute mothers.....

Ratmalana Audiology Centre; A yeoman service to change lives

In the context of a global pandemic, International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) will be celebrated on December 3 under.....

Miracles through intercession of Fr.Oscar Abayaratne

Many people are claiming God has worked miracles for them through the intercession of Rev.Fr. Siri Oscar Abayaratna who.....

Literary Awards Ceremony

The State Literary Awards Ceremony – 2020 and 2021 will be held on December 3rd at the BMICH under the patronage.....

LP Gas explosions: what does the science say?

Conveniences at our disposal also entail dangers and limitations—which we need to be aware of and take adequate precautions...

Stage set for Lanka Premier League 2021 edition

Despite glaring omissions at the player draft and last-minute franchise ownership changes, the Lanka Premier League (LPL), Sri Lanka’s franchise T20 league, returns this Sunday – the second edition in the five-year partnership between Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) and the LPL rights holders and tournament organisers ‘Innovation Production Group (IPG).

SLAF Commanders inducted Into International Honour Roll-Air University

Maxwell Air Force Base Alabama, traces its roots to the Air Corps Tactical School (ACTS) located at Maxwell Field from 1931 to 1942. After World War II, as the independent Air Force was formed, grew, expanded and developed, the requirements and expectations of the school evolved to fulfil the service’s educational needs.

#JustANumber Child Protection Month ends on a High Note

The Stop Child Cruelty Trust (SCC) hosted the Grand Finale of the #JustANumber Child Protection Month on November 18, 2021, at a virtual event with live performances from the Kumaratunga Munidasa Studio of the Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC), with participants joining the event remotely.

Teen Pregnancy: A Hidden Crisis

According to the World Health Organization, pregnancies under the age of 20 are referred to as teenage pregnancies. Every year....

SJB identifies women-centric development as key to a progressive future

Although women have shone in every sphere of national development, entering the political arena has been riddled with obstacles for women

Budget 2022 on Education Past mistakes are repeated again

The majority of the finances that will be coming into the education sector is based on current and expected loans and grants from bilateral and multilateral agencies Due to bilateral and multilateral agencies providing grants for education in Sri Lanka, they decide the policies on education in the country Over 75% of the population do not have access to internet. This has led many students and teachers to disengage from education and learni

Study reveals ethnic similarities among four ethnic groups : Are Sri Lankans one big family?

Despite various historical narrations about the identity of Sri Lankans, genetic studies have now succeeded in confirming similarities among various ethnic groups in the country. In a recent pioneering study conducted by the University of C

St. Joseph’s College 125 years; The Citadel of education by the Oblates

St. Joseph’s College, Colombo is a citadel of education established by the pioneering and painstaking efforts of the missionary Oblates from Europe and the significant contribution of the Catholic community of Colombo, in the late 19th Century. Ever sin

Showcasing the Gandhara Buddhist civilization

The remnants of the Gandhara Buddhist civilization in Pakistan are a sight to behold, not just for Buddhist pilgrims but also for art lovers. Imposing stupas with intricate and lifelike carvings depicting various events in the Buddha’s life and his past births abo

Obeyesekere links Kasyapa with Sinhabahu

Mysteries of Sigiriya, continue to inspire scholars to unravel its hidden stories. Examining the psychology of its architect and presenting a startling interpretation of his edifice.....

MORE DIALOGUE NEEDED ABOUT ONE COUNTRY, ONE LAW

Issuing a statement on the recently appointed Presidential Task Force and its mandate for One Country One Law, the National Peace Council (NPC) said that the composition....

Remembering Comandante Dr. Fidel Castro Ruz

The iconic revolutionary leader of Cuba Fidel Castro died at the age of 90 on November 25th, 2016. It is nearly five years since the demise of this great man. Although Fidel is physically not present, his ideas....

Pahala Kadugannawa – Speaks volumes of colonial era

Capt.William Francis Dawson and Lt. Gen. Fredrick Skinner as the Survey General was instrumental in constructing the 7km road from Hingula to Kadugannawa – the present Pahala Kadugannawa which is now indefinitely closed for motor traffic. In fact, Lt. Gen. Skinner had surveyed the entire Kandy District for roads and Highways on the orders of Sir Edward Barnes, who is claimed as the road-builder.

EXODUS SONG - Rendition by De Lanerolle Bros and choristers of Trinity College Kandy

“With the commemoration of Children’s Day/ Elders Day and Teachers we were enthusiastic about our collaboration with the Choristers of Trinity College, Kandy. THE EXODUS SONG – which refers to children running free seemed apt in today’s context. We wish to thank Fr. Araliya Jayasundara, Principal of Trinity College, Kandy and Lasantha Tennekoon - Trainer of the choir and our bosom friend, Neranjan de Silva for ticking the ivories.”

‘Success Colombo’ - a solace to needy patients

In August 2021, when a large number of Covid patients needed respiratory support, Success Colombo provided high energy beverages to the Intensive Care Units of the National Hospital, the Colombo South and Colombo North Teaching Hospitals costing Rs.287,133.

“Sayuru” Weather information screen: A blessing for Northern fishermen

Marking the World Fisheries Day which on November 21, a weather information screen was launched by Dialog in Myliddy harbour under the telecommunication company’s project “Sayuru”.

Chance to offer a lifeline for Gaveena

“The hands that serve are holier than the lips that pray”. This great saying by Indian spiritual icon Sai Baba—widely venerated by devotees....

Character and Wisdom: Lessons from the Pandemic

The Nalanda Junior Old Boys’ Association has organised the inaugural ‘Sugunadasa Athukorale Memorial Lecture’ at their Malalasekara....

National newspapers resolve 207 complaints on self-regulation basis

National newspapers resolved 207 complaints from aggrieved readers directly on a self-regulation basis last year while the Press Complaints...

violence by an intimate partner: UNFPA Survey

The iconic Colombo Municipal Council building was illuminated in orange with messaging on the national women’s helpline and Mithuru Piyasa hotline today to place a spotlight on intimate partner violence and encourage more women to seek help.