Eng. Douglas Wegiriya, 61 was an extra ordinary engineer and former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Walkers Piling (Pvt) Ltd who passed away suddenly on March 18, 2022 in Canada.

Amma Dora, the “Core”of my very existence left ten years ago, reducing my life to Ground Zero. Oh no, I wasn’t loved – but absolutely adored by my only affectionate guardian.

Sri Lanka Girl Guides Association (SLGGA), the largest female youth movement in Sri Lanka marked 105 years of service to the nation on 21st March 2022.

Having recently landed in Sri Lanka, it’s hard to miss the beauty of this island nation. The smiling faces, the changing scenic environmental landscapes and a society rooted in culture and heritage.

A new study found that at least 16.6% students are subjected to sexual harassments, as a result of ragging.

The Tarana Foundation - a non-profit organisation founded by a group of friends to improve the quality of life via improved health,

For thousands of young girls across Sri Lanka, their wedding is a far cry from happily ever after as parents marry off their daughters....

Charumathi is a novel by Rodney Vidanapathirana and his first venture into the world of novel writing. In addition to his life as a journalist....

Sri Lankans venerated the 11-foot tall Nadungamuwa Raja every time it took to the streets to attend a pageant, either in Kandy....

Though Sri Lanka was a British Colony the introduction of the Donoughmore Constitution in 1931 transferr

Digital platforms have made life easier for millions of users. But oftentimes, privacy issues have raised concerns among developed.....

The season Lent has dawned upon us once again and for most Catholics it’s the liturgical season they cherish most, owing.....

The Centenary Benedictine Magazine of 1965 portrays Mr. Ram Sunderalingam thus; “He was both a catalyst and a prophet.....

Sri Lanka is experiencing a record economic crisis. The fallouts of the economic crisis the public experience in their day-to-day....

Norris Canal starting from Colombo National Hospital was built during the British colonial period to prevent the area from being....

The ‘Future-Ready Youth Leadership Programme’ at the National Centre for Leadership Development in Embilipitiya, a historical event in the history of the University System of Sri Lanka, which began on March 10 with the participation of over 250 V

Former Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police and one time Commission member of the Independent National Police Commission Asoka Wijetilleka was unanimously re-elected as the President of the Association of Chiefs of Police for the year 2022/2023,

The recent demise of Prof. ND Samarawickrama– affectionately known as Samare to his Peradeniya friends - was sudden and shocking and caused enormous grief. He was hale and hearty; he advised us to keep safe from Covid-19. Alas! Ironically he himsel

The 31st AGM of Alumni Association of the University of Peradeniya Colombo Chapter (AAUPCC) was held on March 6 at the BMICH. The meeting was conducted as a hybrid event. The Chief Guest was Prof. M.D. Lamawansa, Vice Chancellor of the University of

The 33rd Annual General Meeting of the Alumni Association of the University of Peradeniya (AAUP) will be held on March 27 (Sunday) at 9.00 am. The AGM will be a hybrid event due to the present health situation in the country.

The renowned Buddhist monk, Ajahn Brahmavamso, often talks about ‘ Kindfulness’ . It’s a word He invented. He has coined two words together:

Sri Lanka’s female labour force participation oscillated between 30% to 37% for the past few decades. While there are many contributory factors for this low female labour force participation, the role of labour laws that discourage women from enter

A group of exemplary youth in Ragama has come together to reach out and help their community. Humans for Humanity is a collective of youth based in Ragama. Their members consisting of university students and young professionals have come together to

Plan International’s decision to leave Sri Lanka raised eyebrows. Several stakeholders found the decision abrupt and ill-prepared.

Public Security Minister Rear Admiral Dr Sarath Weerasekera met with His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al....

Although You’re Gone Although you’re gone, we are not alone. And never shall we be.....

The Wé Ganga Muththetuwatta Mankada in Nivitigala, located 20km away from the Ratnapura town, transforms into a hive of activity at the break of dawn. Both sand and gem miners utilise this ‘lucky spot’ along the Wé Ganga - a tributary of

Sri Lanka is gradually losing its ability to serve tourists as a hospitable nation. A new gazette now restricts the import of several items considered non-essential but these include cheese, pasta.....

Segarajasingham Nagendra, known as Sega, met the love of his life when they were both children. Eight years her senior,