Namal’s Entry Changes Political Dynamics of Presidential Poll

From the time Ranil Wickremesinghe returned to the seat of power as Prime Minister and later as President, false narratives have been concocted and circulated by his opponents, adversaries, critics and detractors about him.

Fading poster culture of yesteryear

It cannot be denied that the poster culture of the yesteryears is largely bygone.

Myanmar’s cyber slave camps : How job seekers are lured into a crime corridor

When *Dilshani’s husband *Priyankara, an executive officer with over eight years of experience in the IT sector, was looking for overseas employment, he was convinced to take up a job opportunity as a data entry operator in Thailand.

Achievement in rural sport Rugby becomes life changer for Malabe boys

The sport of rugby union has tremendous potential to transform individuals. This is what the sport actually did to students playing rugby at Malabe Boys’ School. After dabbling in the sport for a mere couple of months, these players have not only done their school proud, but also given the assurance to their parents that they are ready to face the future; in terms of taking on life’s challenges.

“No foreign country is funding me’’ “My visits to China and India were sponsored by those respective Governments” - Anura Kumara Dissanayake

National People’s Power Leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake (AKD) who is contesting the Presidential Election in September said in an ‘exclusive interview’ with Daily Mirror that if he wins the election, he didn’t intend to take political revenge on anyone, but would instead ensure justice is delivered regarding the corruption which has led to the economic downfall of Sri Lanka.

No law is perfect! Embracing Change: The Economic Transformation Bill

We have heard the mission statements and ambitious goals of the Economic Transformation Bill.

‘Podi Hamuduruvo’, a treasure to Buddhists in SL and around the world

The passing away of the beloved Buddhaputra Podi Hamuduruvo of the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Viharaya last Friday caused mournful shock waves among millions of Buddhist devotees and worldwide humanitarian activists.

Rajapaksas bamboozling Ranil boomerangs on SLPP

President Ranil Wickremesinghe was cruelly bamboozled by the Rajapaksas early this week. The incumbent president was given false promises that the Medamulana clan-led “pohottuwa”party was firmly behind him in his bid to contest the forthcoming presidential poll.

Spotlight on misuse of duty-free vehicle permits

According to the Excise Act, duty-free vehicle permits cannot be issued to politicians, pensioners, senior government officials, semi government employees, or other dignitaries.

“Opportunity cost of eVisa fiasco is $ 1.4 billion” - Rauff Hakeem

Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) Leader Rauff Hakeem, who is also the member of Committee on Public Finance (COPF) of Parliament discussed the impact of eVisa fiasco in interview with the Daily Mirror.

Is Kotte MC selling reclaimed land by bending the law?

At the end of 16th Lane on Ananda Balika Mawatha in Pita Kotte, a marshland originally designated for drainage purposes has been gradually reclaimed. Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte Municipal Council has constructed a 10-foot-wide road through a nearby children’s park leading to this reclaimed land. Despite protests from local residents, the council has proceeded with plans to build the 10-foot-wide road to reach this reclaimed marshland. Additionally,

Trafficking and Children’s Rights

30th of July has been named as ‘The World’s Day Against Trafficking in Persons’ by the United Nations to demonstrate cooperative and collaborative efforts of State Parties to the United Nations’ Convention against Transnational Organized Crimes and it’s supplementary Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons.

Shooting of Donald Trump: JKF without the glamour and the thrills

The attempted assassination of US presidential contender Donald Trump keeps taking bizarre turns day by day.

When Sarath challenged Mahinda for presidency in 2010

Gardihewa Sarath Chandralal Fonseka known generally as Sarath Fonseka has thrown his hat into the presidential poll ring again.

Netanyahu in Congress: Why sulphur doesn’t smell like sulphur

In a brazen public display of political depravity, the United States is hosting a child killer and war criminal just five days after the World Court, in a landmark ruling, confirmed that every inch of Palestinian territory Israel has been occupying since its creation is illegal.

Art Gallery given last rites by heartless officials

In 1887, Sir Noel Walker, the founder Chairman of Colombo Drawing Club changed the name of this institute to the Ceylon Society of Arts. The Colombo Drawing Club was originally formed in the 1880s by a group of art enthusiasts. Members showcased their artistic skills during the society’s monthly meetings.

Cobalt Conundrum: Is India testing disputed waters to underscore strategic pursuit?

Earlier this year, when India submitted an application to the International Seabed Authority (ISBA) to explore the cobalt-rich ferromanganese crusts located at the Afanasy Nikitin Seamount in the central Indian Ocean, it once again diverted global attention towards India and Sri Lanka. India made this move while the United Nations Commission on the Limits of the Continental Shelf (UNCLCS) is yet to submit its recommendations on Sri Lanka’s submis

CMC ignores UDA order to check on unauthorised construction on sanctioned street line

Although the CMC is responsible for local administration and services that includes city planning within the city limits, the UDA oversees the planning and development in urban areas including Colombo.

Life on a powder keg

Paradise can be a fragile thing. In Vakarai, a Sri Lankan village where turquoise water laps against pristine beaches....

boasters in politics and American Trump

European countries are supposed to hold parliamentary and presidential elections before the end of 2024. Sri Lanka too is preparing....

My family’s “Black July” experience: A personal memoir

The anti-Tamil pogrom ofJuly 1983 is an unforgettable chapter in the post-independence history of Sri Lanka. The catastrophic events of that dark month drastically affected the lives of several Tamils in Sri Lanka. As a Sri Lankan Tamil journalist, ‘Black July’ did have an effect on me in both personal and professional capacities. Furthermore, my family – like thousands of other Tamil families – was also affected and displaced during those turbu

‘Shutting down a zoo is similar to closing down a university’

Social media has been abuzz these days with several posts indicating that the Dehiwela Zoological Gardens needs to be shut down. Photos of the bear and lion for instance were shared on social media with claims that the animals are in poor health and that the conditions in which they are being kept are appalling. However, during a recent visit to the zoo premises, the Daily Mirror observed a situation contrary to the claims.

When freedom granted puts you in a dangerous zone!

The youth of today want freedom and that too in loads. The generations before them were happy with freedom in small doses, but they wanted government welfare more than anything else. Present day youth would feel insulted if someone has to take care of their welfare. This is, of course, a thought they’ll be forced to revalue if their earnings, after completing their higher education, wouldn’t suffice to pay bills. Generally, youth on this island

Spotlight on Pada Yatra Rigorous pilgrimage threatened by festival atmosphere

Regulations are necessary to prevent the loss of religious and cultural values associated with the ‘Pada Yatra’ (Pilgrimage by foot) to Kataragama and to safeguard Yala and Kumana national parks from destruction.

UN stands with China on integrity of AI for humans

In July 1921 the Communist Party of China (CPC) took the 1st centenary goal to eradicate....

Rajavarothayam Sampanthan: The Political Journey of a ‘Great Leader’ part II

The funeral of veteran Tamil political leader Rajavarothayam Sampanthan took place in Trincomalee....

Kiwi insights on parliamentary democracy Whole Parliament tends to take a New Zealand incorporated view - Gerry Brownlee

Speaker of the New Zealand House of Representatives Gerry Brownlee who led a parliamentary delegation to Sri Lanka shared his views on the way forward for cooperation between the two countries. He also shared his insights on the governing model in New Zealand. He has been a Member of Parliament consecutively since 1996 when he was first elected to Parliament as the National MP for Ilam. He has served as a Senior Cabinet Minister in both the Jo

The sacking of DG, UDA -“Minister Prasanna Ranatunga is doing politics in the backdrop of a Presidential Election” – Prasad Ranaweera Ex UDA DG

The following is an interview conducted with the Urban Development Authority (UDA) Director General Prasad Ranaweera, who was recently sacked by the Minister of Urban Development and Housing Prasanna Ranatunga.

Airport and Aviation Services Ltd rocked by alleged irregular tender process

Another alleged fraud is said to have taken place at the Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Ltd by way of awarding a tender to a bidder that the Technical Evaluation Committee rejected, citing further evaluation. This was due to noncompliance of requirements/ specifications of the tender document. Invitation for bids (Bid No: 113/ T/ 2023) to construct a new building to enhance capacity for the benefit of departing passengers and improve t

“Huge idling wealth in Global North pumped as loans to Global South”

In the backdrop where Sri Lanka has been negotiating the debts with various creditors, two international economists from Germany who were visiting Sri Lanka recently analysed that Sri Lanka isn’t an isolated case with regard to debt crisis, but there are many more other countries from all income categories which have been affected since the outbreak of COVID and the associated economic recession.