Sri Lanka acceded to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons

Sri Lanka acceded to the TPNW during the ongoing 78th UN General Assembly at the UN Headquarters in New York on the 19th September. Foreign Minister M.U.M. Ali Sabry deposited instrument of accession to the TPNW and Sri Lanka becoming 69th state party to the TPNW. The Forum on Disarmament and Development (FDD) which is the Secretariat for Sri Lanka Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons, Coordinator Vidya Abhayagunawardena welcomes this achievem

Tharman Shanmugaratnam of sri lankan origin becomes President-elect of Singapore

The election through a citizens vote of President-elect Tharman Shanmugaratnam has evoked interest in Singapore, India, Sri Lanka.....

A decade of delay: Bridge remains in abandoned state

The construction of a vital bridge situated at the 18th-kilometre post on the B190 Wariyapola-Weerambugedara RDA road has been marred by a protracted and frustrating decade-long delay. As of today, the project lies in an abandoned state, with steel concrete reinforcement bars left corroded and deteriorating. The ambitious undertaking, initiated around a decade ago, aimed to provide crucial infrastructure connectivity in the region. However, it

SLFUW celebrates Members with Families Day Three outstanding members honoured at the event

The Sri Lanka Federation of University Women (SLFUW) held its “Members with Families Day” on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at its headquarters in Colombo. SLFUW President Col. Dr. Udula Krishnaratne addressed the audience and paid tribute to Mrs. Clara Motwani, an American-born educationist who founded the organization nearly 83 years ago. She also thanked all members, non-members, and well-wishers for their support. The day’s programme include

Statement by German Federal Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock: 50th anniversary of Germany’s UN membership

Fifty years ago, on 18 September 1973, by New York’s East River, two German states joined the United Nations. This event was...

9TH GENERAL DESHAMANYA DENIS PERERA ORATION: ‘GREY ZONE MARITIME CONFLICT’

The General Deshamanya Dennis Perera Oration is an annual event conducted by the Association of Retired Flag Rank Officers...

General Deshamanya Denis Perera Oration

The 9th General Deshamanya Denis Perera Oration was held on September 15 at the Kotelawala Defence University Auditorium.

Sanjeeva Victor Corea missed by all

Your life - was a blessing, Your memory - a treasure, You are loved beyond words, And missed beyond measure. God has them in His keeping, We have them in our hearts.

A myriad of problems challenging teachers and their careers

Sri Lanka is a country which revolves around a teacher-student education system. It’s highly doubtful whether this country has enough teachers; especially for subjects like English, Math and Science. With regard....

Jaffna College marks bicentenary in education

In 1816, American missionaries founded the American Ceylon Mission (ACM) in Jaffna. The ACM established missions in other parts of the Jaffna peninsula too. As a result, on July 22, 1823, the Batticotta....

SL meets at least 38 of 57 IMF commitments end-August: Verité Research

Sri Lanka verifiably met 38 of the 57 trackable commitments that were due for completion by end-August in its 17th programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), according....

Lawyers’ Collective concern over MPs remarks on judges

The Lawyers’ Collective is deeply concerned by the recent instances where certain Members of Parliament have drawn references to the judiciary and the conduct of judges about specific....

Can Sri Lanka protect artifacts to be returned by tightening security at National Museum?

The Provenance Research on Objects of the Colonial Era (PPROCE) team was able to find out six artifacts of Sri Lankan origin that were among fifty other objects. This research was concluded in April 2022. The six objects were preserved at the Rijksmuseum collection in the Netherlands. These six artifacts which belong to the Kandyan era will be returned to Sri Lanka from the Netherlands. With consideration to the tightening of the security a

Capturing Tomorrow: Exploring Photojournalism in a Changing World

In an age of information overload, where truth can often appear elusive, photojournalism’s power remains an unwavering beacon of authenticity. Two-time Pulitzer Prize winner and renowned photojournalist, Essdras Suarez, invites you to delve into this captivating world at Taj Samudra, Colombo on September 15, 2023, from 6.00 p.m. to 7.00 p.m. Photojournalism has a unique ability to unveil facts and truths that words alone cannot convey. Through

From Education to Employment: Understanding the Gender Gap in the Workforce

The issue of female labour force participation in Sri Lanka has remained a subject of discussion for several decades, yet tangible progress in improving it has been elusive. As the country grapples with its most severe economic crisis since gaining independence, it is important to take a hard look at our labour force to maximize its potential in overcoming the economic crisis.

Medical experts slam goverment for inefficiencies in procuring quality medicines

Incidents of medical negligence and cases of patients facing complications due to substandard drugs have flooded the news over....

Advocata institute focuses on women empowerment and all-round care

Advocata institute held the ‘Women’s Policy Action Network’ conference which focused on the women empowerment in the....

Sri Lanka has completed 19.4% of 2015 UNHRC resolution commitments: Verité Research

Sri Lanka has completed 19.4% of the measures it committed to implement under the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)....

Local organization backs students struggling to realise Swedish immigration dream

“Education is not a privilege, it is a right,” stated Anura Edirisinghe at the press conference held on September 7 in a leading hotel in Colombo. Edirisinghe is one among many who has applied to do his Masters in Sweden and is awaiting confirmation of his travel documents. The organization ‘Let’s Love to Learn’ seeks to spread awareness of issues faced by students who are experiencing challenges during the preparation of applications to immigr

Frequently Asked Questions on Domestic Debt Restructuring

Economist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Jaffna Ahilan Kadirgamar and a team of researchers from Young Researchers Network including Madhulika Gunawardena, Shafiya Rafaithu, and Sinthuja Sritharan conducted a research on the Domestic Debt Restructuring (DDR) one of the major topics discussed in Sri Lanka right now. Supported by the Law and Society Trust, the research presented in question and answer format, answers some of the salient q

Voices of grief demand secrets from under the rubble

The 269 individuals who lost their lives to the Easter Sunday carnage may have never wished for such a brutal end. But their loved ones continue to live with flashbacks of the final memories they shared with the departed. Breaking the silence four years later, a chilling revelation by UK’s Channel 4 titled ‘Sri Lanka’s Easter Bombings’ narrates a more shocking tale of how the carnage was allegedly pre-planned. But whether the Easter Sunday carnag

Remembering late Most Ven. Madihe Paňňāsīha Mahānāyaka Thera

Although 20 years have elapsed since the demise of the Most Venerable Madihe Paňňāsīha Mahānāyaka Thera, he still resonates in the minds of Sri Lankan society.

Tribute: Archdeacon Lokendra Abhayaratne

The sad reality of death has sadly removed from our midst my friend Lokki.

“JOSEPHIAN FUTURE CHEFS” - A COMPETITION AND A FOOD FESTIVAL

Cooking skills assist in meeting nutrition guidelines and help people make healthier food choices. Thus, it is essential to teach students to understand the importance of cooking and motivate them to learn basic cooking skills. Learning cooking skills as a skill is a great choice for anyone. It helps us increase our knowledge of different cuisines and flavours around the world. Becoming more aware of how meals are constructed means you will pay m

Dr Sunethra Nugawela to share insights on “Essentials of Education Beyond” at ASA Congress

Dr Sunethra Nugawela, the Chairperson and Executive Director of the Academy for Administrative Professionals in Sri Lanka has been invited as a speaker at The Association of Secretaries and Administrative Professionals in Asia Pacific 25th Congress will be held in Thailand from September 08th to 12th. Dr. Sunethra is the first ever Past ASA President from Sri Lanka to date and currently serves as an Active Honourary Life President. She has att

National Project Management Excellence Awards 2023

National Project Management Excellence Awards 2023, an event focused on evaluating National level projects that were undertaken before 2023 and recognized at a gala event at Hotel Kingsbury Colombo on August 16, 2023, organized by the PMI Sri Lanka Chapter. Over 250 professionals participated representing 35 leading organizations to receive 40 awards. The ceremony was graced by international representatives from the USA, Poland, India etc.

CEO 2.0: A Thriving Business Case Study Competition Empowering Future Leaders

CEO 2.0, a business case study competition, organized by AIESEC at the University of Kelaniya, IIT, and Uva Wellassa University, attracting over 400 guests and featuring Paraqum Technologies’ innovative solutions. Competitors from various universities competed to showcase their talents and potential. Participants submitted their case studies, judges then evaluated 92 applications, and the top ten teams advanced to the final round of CEO 2.0, sh

Spotlight on elephants in captivity and at pageants

The recent incident featuring elephants running amok at the Kandy perahera went viral on Social Media. One elephant, who perhaps couldn’t bear the stress, had apparently run amok. In the process it had upset....

His 92nd birthday fell on August 31: Rev. Fr. Poruthota and his contributions to cinema remembered

Rev. Fr. Ernest Poruthota was a catholic priest and popularly known for his service done for the Sinhala Cinema in the country. His 92nd birthday fell on....

Honouring Mr. Anton Swan: 33 Years of Dedication as Sri Lankan Consul

After an impressive 33 years of service as the Sri Lankan Consul in Queensland, Mr. Anton Swan retired from his voluntary role at the end of June this year. In this tribute, we celebrate his remarkable commitment and selfless contributions.