The Troubling Case of the Proposed NEPF ‘Sacrificing Universities for Political Pandering’

The newly proposed National Education Policy Framework (NEPF) for the period of 2023-2033 is unusually exceptional for several critical reasons.

CPSL conducts training workshop for physiotherapists

A workshop on the Assessment and Treatment of Mechanical Dysfunction in the Sacroiliac Joint, organised by the College of Physiotherapists Sri Lanka (CPSL) was held at the new auditorium of the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children (LRH), Colombo recently.

Deshabandu Clara Motwani The illustrious American Educator of Sri Lanka

Deshabandu Clara Motwani was far more than just a highly respected Principal of Buddhist Girls’ Schools in Sri Lanka. She was one of the most famous educationists of her time.

Awarding the “Sannas Patra” Acknowledging the services of Ven. Pathberiye Wimalagnana Thera to the Buddha sasana

The ceremony of awarding the “Sannas Patra” to Rajakeeya Panditha Ven. Pathberiye Wimalagnana Thera, Chief Incumbent of Kirulapone Sri Purvaramaya, Narahenpita Sri Abayaramaya, Boralesgamuwa Sri Vapikaramaya, Polgasowita Rilawala Shri Susimaramaya,

St. Joseph’s College Honouring Mammoth Total Of Achievers In Sports

The Annual Colours Day of St. Joseph’s College, titled ‘2019 to 2022 Courage, Quadrennial Sports Awards Ceremony’ to honour the Josephians who excelled in sports, was held recently at the Rev. Fr. Dr. Stanley Abeysekara Sports Complex, recently.

JNCC, Cefas, and OCCP join CEA and SLME Education materials on climate change for schools across SL

The following press release is on the initial launch event held at Nalanda College, Colombo on 31 July to handover the climate change educational materials to primary and secondary school children.

Kamala Harris is now ahead of Trump in neck to neck race

Opinion polls conducted by reputed agencies in the United States indicate a neck and neck race between the presumptive Democratic candidate, Kamala Harris, and her Republican rival Donald Trump in the US Presidential election to be held in November.

‘Dainties 2024’: Gastronomic success for dept of Tourism

The Department of Tourism Studies, Faculty of Management, Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka held ‘Dainties 2024’ the first ever National Level Culinary and Bartending Competition hosted by a university in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka Leopard Day applause for efforts by conservationists to conserve an iconic species

Rapid urbanisation has posed considerable challenges to the balance of sensitive ecosystems and inhabitants.

World Ranger Day is today: Commemorating guardians of Sri Lanka’s natural resources

There are certain professions in this world that are only for the adventurous souls. The role of a wildlife ranger is a similar one. Unless for their passion for adventure and conservation, there’s no other driving factor that would keep them engaged in this profession. Living in harsh conditions with limited basic facilities such as power supply, water and poor reception, wildlife rangers are exposed to life-threatening situations on a daily bas

Precision medicine and the future of critical care in Sri Lanka

The Ceylon College of Critical Care Specialists (4CS) recently held its inaugural scientific sessions on the theme ‘Precision medicine in critical care’, reflecting on the journey it has come thus far and the recent advances in this medical discipline.

“Odyssey 2” Art Exhibition by ‘The 2020 Group’

An art exhibition titled “Odyssey 2” featuring an impressive array of artwork created by ‘The 2020 Group’ will be on display at the ‘Karaliya’ Art Gallery, Kandy, August 9-11, from 9:30 am to 7:00 pm.

E-waste recycling programme producing gold faces obstacles

Since 2020, it’s been decided to implement a plan to recycle e-waste domestically rather than exporting it; with the goal of recovering its valuable metals.

From ‘minority’ in engineering to innovator in Artificial Intelligence

The 33rd annual Susan George Pulimood Memorial Oration of Visakha Vidyalaya was held on July 23rd, featuring Prof. Shanika Karunasekara as this year’s orator.

SAARC Cultural Film Day ‘Vishka’ visits from the Maldives

Maldivian crime thriller ‘Vishka’ will be screened to mark the SAARC Film Day, on Wednesday (July 31) at 6 pm at Liberty Cinema, Colombo 3.

The Wendy Whatmore Academy of Speech & Drama Kandy, Kurunegala & Matale Center Prize Giving

The Wendy Whatmore Academy of Speech & Drama Kandy, Kurunegala & Matale Center Prize Giving

IMAX marvel brings movie magic

“IMAX is a good reason why you have to come out from the comfort of your living room and watch a movie in a movie theatre,” says Preetham Daniel - Vice President – Theatre Development at IMAX who was in Colombo for the opening of the first-ever IMAX theatre in Sri Lanka.

The 4th LKI Foreign Policy Forum LKI discusses ‘Debt Reform Outcome, Economic Diplomacy and Foreign Policy’

The 4th LKI Foreign Policy Forum, which highlighted the outcome of Sri Lanka’s debt restructuring and its impact on economic diplomacy and foreign policy, was held on Thursday 11 July 2024 at Lighthouse Auditorium of Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute of International Relations and Strategic Studies (LKI).

Pera Uni Alumni commemorates its late members

The Social and Welfare Sub-Committee of the Alumni Association of University of Peradeniya, (Colombo Chapter) offered an alms giving to the inmates of the Paramitha Elders home, 59/1, Wanawasala Road, Kelaniya on Friday 19th July, 2024.

W.H. SOLOMAN Remembering the First General Manager of the People’s Bank

Wilmir Heart Soloman who passed away on 11th May 1970 was the first general manager of the People’s bank.

A dramatist attempts to make a silent revolution

Scriptwriter, actor and drama director Sarath Dikkumbura has to think beyond the art circle and even entertain thoughts of concern expressed by close associates. Recently a close friend of his had said, “Sarath, you brought all the other drama directors to your show Kataragama Prema and dashed them on the ground”.

Accountability imperative for Sri Lanka’s recovery

Sri Lanka was once one of the most successful economies in South Asia, boasting a higher GDP per capita than any other sizable South Asian country.

46th UNESCO World Heritage Committee Meeting Global Heritage Conversation grabs attention

The following is a press release issued by the Indian High Commission in connection with the 46th Session of the World Heritage Committee which is hosted by India.

Tarana Foundation’s Gift transforms lives: Sri Lanka’s first Hip Preservation Set brings hope to children

Lady Ridgeway Hospital has offered help to a mother during the process where her daughter is being diagnosed for an illness. The Restore Hope Project Co-Chair of Tarana Foundation, Ann Amaratunga, explained how the project was conceived when she took her daughter to the hospital.

MOH receives refrigerated trucks from UNICEF supported by government of Japan to boost immunisation services in SL

Ministry of Health has received nine refrigerated trucks procured by UNICEF, funded by the Japanese government to further improve the delivery system of vaccines to all children across Sri Lanka.

Merrill J: Fernando A Friendship Remembered

My earliest recollections of Merrill are of his consulting me at the Ratnam Private Hospital when I was a young and energetic surgeon.

Postal stamp to commemorate Gangodawila Soma Thera

The Sri Lanka Philatelic Bureau of the Department of Posts, Postal Headquarters, Colombo, recently issued a new postage stamp in the denomination of Rs. 50.00 to commemorate the Most Venerable Gangodawila Soma Thera.

Sri Lanka seeks all foreign manuscripts to complete chronicled history

A version of the Maha vansha has surfaced in Germany and it is alleged to have been written by the priests of ‘Uththaramaha....

Six Rotary Clubs join forces: ‘SERVICE through ENTERTAINMENT’, a fundraiser for LRH

Rotary for Little Hearts ‘SERVICE through ENTERTAINMENT’ Rotarians are extraordinary people of action, turning....

Prof. Karunasekara to talk on AI at Pulimood oration

“The 33rd Pulimood Memorial Oration” will take place on Tuesday, July 23, from 5:15 pm onward at the Jeremias Dias....