Easter is God’s way of saying yes to justice and no to evil

We live in a world where God-given resources are shared unjustly. We see this not only in the world scene but also among and within our nations. God who has revealed Himself in the Bible....

Joy Sublime

Out of the lingering hurts of life, The bitterness of futile....

Holocaust

Three hours he knelt in agony To drink the bitter cup....

Uncovering Maritime History Beneath the Waves U.S. Embassy and Sri Lanka’s Maritime Archaeology Unit Dive to Ancient Godawaya shipwreck

The U.S. Embassy in Colombo, in partnership with the Central Cultural Fund’s Maritime Archaeology Unit, has undertaken a significant step in preserving Sri Lanka’s rich maritime history through the conservation and documentation of the Godawaya Shipwreck, the oldest known shipwreck in the Asia-Pacific region. The initiative, funded by the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation, underscores the enduring partnership between the United Stat

GoSL fights to stay calm as Indian fishermen cause more ripples

Reginald is a fisherman who has been battling sea waves for 20 years while being engaged in his job. He sees his present struggle being intensified compared to his past experiences. This struggle is not just for himself, but also for the well-being of his family, the headcount at home also includes three children. Not only Reginald, but also fishermen in the northern province are facing a severe crisis. The reason for this crisis is the fishing a

Rajarata Uni awarded ‘Letters Patent’ to manufacture Zirconium

Rajarata University has received letters patent to manufacture Zirconium on the result of research conducted by the Faculty of Technology. Vice Chancellor of the University and President....

Masterpieces by artist Gunasiri at the Wendt

A visual arts exhibition titled ‘Diyasayame Geethaya’ by Gunasiri Kolombage will take place at the Lionel Wendt Art Centre in Colombo on March 30 and 31 from 9 am to 6.30 pm. A press release...

Ambitious Sri Lankan jobseekers ‘trafficked into Ukraine war zones’

Is the situation in Sri Lanka so grim that locals harbour hope that they could lead a better life in a country that is affected by war? Two suspects operating a foreign employment agency in Kadawatha were arrested this month on charges of trafficking a group of 55 Sri Lankans to conflict zones in Ukraine. The group, comprising former soldiers as well as civilians, had been lured by the promise of jobs in Georgia, Poland and Ukraine. Out of the 5

Kelaniya Uni’s Rotaract Club conducts ‘peace and harmony’ building project

In a commendable display of engagement and proactive leadership, university students across the country initiated a series of impactful peace and conflict resolution programmes at the grassroots level. Through innovative strategies and collaborative efforts, the students are fostering harmony and mutual understanding within their communities. When a study of today’s society is made, it is common to see instances where people’s quarrelsomeness and

Sri Lanka’s European rulers doggedly retained traditional structures

Sri Lanka was under European rule partly or fully from 1505 to 1948. And yet, its traditional social structures remained more or less the same during this period. According to UK-based historian, Dr.Upali C.Wickremeratne, this was due to the fact that the Portuguese, Dutch and British rulers thought it prudent to maintain the traditional Sinhalese and Tamil social and economic structures so that their rule was accepted by the population. In his b

‘ENOUGH’: A campaign by World Vision to eliminate child hunger

In early March, Sri Lankan health authorities including the Health Ministry and the Family Health Bureau rejected an alarming report published by The Lancet – the British medical journal, which revealed that the country’s child malnutrition levels are at their worst. But previous reports published by international organisations such as the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and the UNICEF also indicated similar trends. Statistics further su

Passan Singing at St. Anthony’s Church, Collpity

A Spiritual Passan Singing Program was organized and conducted by the Sri Lanka University Catholic Student’s Movement to reflect on the Christian faith during the Lent season. The programme was held on March 9 at St. Anthony’s Church, Collpity, Colombo. The students presented their passan singing, with their evincing interest in reviving the Catholic culture and traditions. Rt. Rev. Dr. Raymond Wickramasinghe, the Chairman of the National

Uda Walawe ETH: A home away from home for baby jumbos

As the clock struck 10.15 am, groups of visitors had already taken their positions at the pavilion. Filled with loud chatter and laughter...

Erskine May, Robert’s Rules : Mahinda Yapa & Coup Conspiracy

Erskine May’s Parliamentary Practice says, the Speaker is required to relinquish any party or group affiliation upon appointment....

Air Chief Marshal Bulathsinghala to be feted by SAFN

The South Asia Foresight Network (SAFN) in Washington, D.C., has invited Air Chief Marshal Gagan Bulathsinghala to be an honorary....

Transforming coastlines: Maris Eco Friends spearhead beach cleaning programME

In an endeavor to combat coastal pollution and preserve marine ecosystems, Maris Eco Friends recently undertook a commendable initiative in collaboration with Goldi Sands Hotel....

Police mark 160th ‘remembrance day’ of fallen heroes

Officer Sabhan’s name occupies the topmost place in the annals of Police Heroes as the first full-fledged police officer to make the supreme sacrifice with courage whilst on duty. The officer Sabhan’s life was taken on 21st March 1864, two years prior to the statutory establishment of Police. Mr. E. R. Saunders, who was appointed the Second Inspector General of Police of Sri Lanka, during his tenure as the Government Agent of the Kegalle area, er

Sri Lanka unites against hate speech: A call for unity amidst rising extremism

In the picturesque landscapes of Sri Lanka, a nation known for its rich cultural tapestry and diverse communities, a troubling trend has emerged - the proliferation of hate speech.

Calling on CDS General Shavendra Silva on Mar 18

The Core Committee of the ARFRO EXCO called on the Chief of Defence Staff General Shavendra Silva at his office on March 18, 2024. In an atmosphere of togetherness and calm, in addition to what is being done now, what more can be done by ARFRO, from a national security standpoint, for the sustained betterment of all three forces and what they in turn expect from ARFRO were discussed. The conversation centred around the meetings ARFRO already ha

International Day of Forests ‘Sri Lanka lagging behind’ in embracing new technology in forest conservation

Forests, the lifeblood for the maintenance of ecological balance and human existence, move down the priority list when money does the talking. The triple bottom line: People, Planet and Prosperity could be a slogan for profit-driven entities hell-bent on maximising return on investments. However, this year’s International Day of Forests which falls today (March 21) draws the world’s attention towards being smarter with technology to conserve the

Lenten Choral presentation by St. Cecilia’s choir of St. Joseph’s

The much awaited choral presentation involving over 300 singers will take place at the Chapel of St. Joseph’s College, Colombo 10 on Palm Sunday (March 24) at 6.00 pm. According to a release issued by the organizers of the event the multifaceted choral renditions will trace the last days of Jesus of Nazareth, culminating in his resurrection. These include Christ’s defiant entry into Jerusalem that provoked a riot, his poignant Last Supper w

The journey to Sri Lanka and back… ‘Tracing bird migration’ positively impacts bird watching, conservation efforts

Annually, as Sri Lankans eagerly await the return of migratory birds to this island, there comes an opportunity to witness a nature’s ....

Don’t get duped by job agency fairy tales, promised land

When we were in primary school back in the 60s, we were taught a poem about an English boy called Dick Wittington...

St. Joseph’s College Colombo turns 128

Today March 19, St. Joseph’s College, Colombo 10 one of Sri Lanka’s leading schools celebrates its 128th anniversary. Founded....

Debut vocal recital of Shenuk Wijesinghe

‘’My Tribute’’ will be presented today at the Lionel Wendt Theatre at 7.15pm. ‘’My Tribute’’ is a collaboration with Soundarie David....

Western purple-faced langurs see blue!

A recent post on social media revealed that three purple-faced langurs near the Thalangama Lake were shot at; allegedly...

Evidence of pre-historic civilization found in Polonnaruwa

The finds included the archaeological remains of ponds and several buildings which were indicative of a sophisticated society in Polonnaruwa area Archaeologists carrying out excavations in the historic Polonnaruwa city have found evidence of a civilization that dates back to a period before the Polonnaruwa period recorded in history. Prof. Prishantha Gunawardene of the Archaeological Studies Division of Kelaniya University said that evidence of t

Kidney Walk to prevent kidney disease

“March 14 is World Kidney Day. There are more than 850 billion people. It will result in over 3.1 million deaths globally in 2019,” said Prof. Eranga Wijewickrama. These comments were made by Prof. Wijewickrama at a press briefing conducted by the Sri Lanka Society of Nephrology and held at the Sri Lanka College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists on March 12 to educate the public about World Kidney Day and also on an upcoming ‘walk’ scheduled on

World Kidney Day and dangers of disregarding kidneys

World Kidney Day (WKD), observed annually on the 2nd Thursday in March, is a global health awareness campaign that emphasizes the importance of kidneys and aims to reduce the frequency....

Event held at Nalanda College: Calls to protect women echo on Women’s Day

In a world painted with vibrant strokes of significance, Women’s Day emerges as a radiant sunbeam, into the spirit of every woman. Women’s Day was named as a special day to develop a society....