Centenary tribute of love to Joan De Mel

April 21 this year (2021) marks the 100th birth anniversary of our beloved Joan De Mel who founded Sri Lanka Sumithrayo. She was our mentor and her selfless passion towards a social change inspired and touched us all.

Remembering a lasting friendship

Lal and I worked at Nestle Lanka for many years. Over the years we built a very strong working relationship which developed into a wonderful personal friendship.

A noble, compassionate human being

The Sixth Year Death Anniversary of Lt. Col. Kenneth Abeywickrama, the former Commanding Officer, Sri Lanka Army Service Corps (V), 1978 to 1982, falls on April 10, 2021.

He was a great public servant

The demise of Anura Wickramasinghe last year was a great lost to his wife Renuka, her three daughters, Sachini, Sajini and Sanuji and his mother,

Centenary Celebrations of the “SERVANTS OF THE BUDDHA” today

The lay Buddhist society “Servants of Buddha” will be holding the centenary celebrations today (23) at Maitreya Hall (next to Mettarama Temple) on Lauries Road, Colombo 04.

Emergency berthing of M.V BBC Naples at Hambantota Port: SL Atomic Energy Act violated

Even though Sri Lankan waters appear to be calm, geopolitically speaking, the waters are indeed getting rougher by the day. Months after a raging fire....

Malkanthi’s courageous story: A blind woman’s will to survive

“We were almost in the grave when we thought we would die of hunger during the prolonged lock down imposed early last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Focusing on intriguing facets of Sri Lanka

‘The Sri Lankan Understanding’, the latest media platform, launched in March 2021, gears towards exploring the path taken by Sri Lanka which possesses the potential for a vibrant future.

All life is sacred for it comes from God

The National Christian Council of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) in a media release has urged authorities to be “sensitive to the cause of the families of the victims of the Easter Sunday attacks, and for necessary support towards ‘reparation’ for renewal and restoration of their lives.

What’s the deal with the Port City Bill?

A Tribute from the ‘HEART TO HEART’ Trust Fund

The intricate tapestry of humanity woven into the will of the late Mauri Antoinette Clare Sendapperuma could be Mauri Antoinette Clare Sendapperuma....

Port City Economic Commission Bill; Separate state in the horizon?

Political parties including the Opposition have raised concerns over transparency and the use of Executive powers by the President to run it as a separate state

Innocence lost!

Marini De Livera in discussion with Shanthi Wijesinghe sheds light on the efficiencies in our system in connection to the escalating issue of Abuse of Women and Children.

My Humble Tribute to Nemsiri Mutukumara

Nemsiri Mutukumara, a veteran Journalist of Sri Lanka and also of the Buddhist world was pioneering in showing the path to the Buddhist Youths.

Rilwan Lantra elected President of SLMA

Rilwan Lantra was elected President of the Sri Lanka Malay Association (SLMA) at their 99th Annual General Meeting held at the ’Padang’ Complex, Jalan Padang, off Kew Road, Colombo 2.

Mangalika - a friend during any difficulty

It is hard to believe that five years have gone by since Mangalika left us so suddenly and inexplicably. Her untimely passing was an enormous shock and an inconceivable loss not only to her beloved family, but to us her friends who were associated closely with her for more than five decades.

Ven. Ratan Bikas Chakma receives Doctorate in Philosophy

April 22 is Earth Day : Celebrating the earth day: The voice of the next generation

Our world needs transformational change, and it is time for us, those of the present generation to hold ourselves accountable for our role in the environmental crisis while also calling for bold, creative, and innovative solutions.

Aluth Avurudu: An occasion to promote Goodwill and follow customs

The most important event of the New Year is the preparation of the first meal of the year. Exactly at the auspicious moment inmates led by the mother or the grandmother

Sinhala New year in ancient Kandyan Kingdom

On Monday, Sinhala New Year commences in the ancient Kandyan Kingdom, with the distribution of “Nanu” for New Year at the the Natha Devale - the abode of the future Buddha - God Natha. This has been the tradition since the time of Kin

48th Death Anniversary of Dudley Senanayake “Never Barter the Rights of a Community for the Glory of Political Office” -Dudley

Dudley Senanayake’s last term as Prime Minister was his longest, from 1965 to ‘70. The United National Party lacked a governing majority, but five other parties joined Dudley to form a coalition

Celebrating the 60th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin’s Spaceflight and visit to Ceylon

On April 12, the world celebrated the 60th anniversary of the first manned space flight. On this day in 1961 Soviet cosmonaut, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to travel into space. When responding to the ground control if he was ready, he said his

Breaking Entrenched Views on Corporal Punishment Key to Eradicate Child Abuse

Sri Lanka has been continuously accused of posing a blind eye to the rising number of physical abuse cases of children. Even though Sri Lanka has ratified the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child as far back in 1991, it seems tha

Requiem Mass in memory of Archbishop Nicholas Marcus Fernando postponed

Changing the paradise Isle

Prince Philip—Prince Charming, an Officer, and a Gentleman

I have been overwhelmed with sadness ever since I heard the sad news of Prince Philip’s demise on last Friday.

Justice Jayantha appointed ACTING PRESIDENT to Fiji’s COURT OF APPEAL

Dr Justice Jayantha de Almeida Guneratne was sworn in as the Acting President of Fiji’s Court of Appeal on April 10.

Horowpothana Elephant Transit Home Where fate comes in the form of starvation or death

The human-elephant conflict in Sri Lanka has gathered momentum in proportions not seen earlier and available reports indicate that out of a population of 6000 Wild Elephants-recorded between 2014 until March 2021- Sri Lanka has lost 2087 Elephants and nearly 550 human lives.

DEVELOPING FUTURE LEADERS -Become Dynamic and Vibrant Leaders

Our Children are the greatest assets that we could possess during our life time.

92nd Birth Anniversary of Late.Dr.A.C.S.Hameed today

The Late Dr.A.C.S.Hameed was born on 10th April1929. He represented Harispattuwa in Parliament without a break. from 1960-1999.