In the pre-independence era, mother Lanka was blessed with several iconic leaders dedicated to the upliftment of civil society in the long run. Privy Councillor, Herbert Nissanka Mendis (H. Sri Nissanka) was an unsung contemporary, but undoubtedly th

The Sri Lanka Federation of University Women (SLFUW) launched an ambitious programme to mark International Women’s Day (IWD) well ahead of March 8, with a series of projects in line with this year’s UN theme of “Invest in Women. Accelerate Prog

Towards ensuring the well-being of inmates at the Prison Complex in Welikada, the Prison Hospital conducted a successful health camp for cataract surgery for the third time on February 23 at the Welikeda Prison Hospital Premises. This initiative was

S. Thomas’ College Old Boys’ Centenary Group held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on March 2, and the following members were elected to the Executive Committee for 2024/25. Eddie Appathurai will head the Committee as President, while Dr. Nihal D

“Maha” means most significant. “Shiva” means Lord Shiva and “Ratri” means night. “MahaShivaratri” is a spiritual and religious festival celebrated fervently and with enthusiasm....

Saving energy has become more of a responsibility than a habit in today’s context. For centuries, women have been at the forefront in managing energy in households. Perhaps....

The celebration honouring the enduring legacy of Charles Henry de Soysa, the esteemed founder of the De Soysa Hospital for Women, Lunawa Hospital, and Prince and Princess of Wales’ Colleges, took place on Sunday (March 3) in commemoration of his 18

Chief Incumbent of Sri Visuddharamaya at Bujjampola in Dankotuwa, Ven. Bujjampola Dhammavisuddhi Thera has been appointed as the Chief Sanghanayake of the Amarapura Mulawanshika Nikaya, for the Negombo and Kurunegala regions, by the Karaka Maha Sangh

As written earlier in this column, I stopped writing book reviews because my own fiction writing was getting neglected; there wasn’t enough time left to write and edit my own work after reading all those books sent to me for reviewing. But, after Y

In the coming days, Muslims across the world will welcome the Holy Month of Ramadan. For Muslims, Ramadan is not merely a ritual fast from sunrise to sunset, but a time for spiritual revival, sharing and thanksgiving. It is a time where families, fri

I started reading the manuscript of this autobiography in a context where the country was facing numerous challenges....

The latest literary appreciation added to the Sri Lankan literary process from 2024 is the Vidarshana Literary Prize. The Literary Price....

Once a Naval officer in uniform A gallant young man, his motto ‘Perform’ Handsome one they called him...

As of February 2024, Sri Lanka lost another 38 elephants as a result of the Human-Elephant Conflict (HEC), elephant-train....

The 188th birth anniversary of Warusahennedige Charles Henry De Soysa (1836- 1890) takes place on March 3, 2024. De Soysa goes down in history as the greatest Sri Lankan philanthropist of all times. “A grateful public” erected his statue, which s

In February 2023, Adani Green Energy (Sri Lanka) Ltd was given provisional approval for two wind power projects of 250 MW in Mannar and 234 MW in Pooneryn. The proposed project site in Mannar spans....

As we stand at the threshold of our journey’s culmination, eagerly anticipating the 94th traditional cricket encounter between Ananda and Nalanda, known as the “Chronicle of a Proud Heritage....

In January 2024, the Parliament of Sri Lanka passed another draconian law titled the “Online Safety Act” (OSA), which many stakeholders claim is an attempt to further suppress Media Freedom and the Freedom of Expression. US Undersecretary of Stat

The autobiography of senior MP Imthiaz Bakeer Markar will be launched on March 5 at the Kularatne Hall of Ananda College, Colombo. The autobiography covers various stages of his life including his childhood, student life, political career and family

To celebrate a man’s life is the greatest tribute one can ever give! As we recollect his departure two years ago, a myriad of beautiful...

150 high achieving students who excelled at the Grade 5 Scholarship Examination and the GCE Ordinary Level Examination were felicitated...

“Normally we used to cease tapping rubber in February, but this year we had to stop from December 2022 due to the disease....

It was a great blow to Ceylon as it was called then in that era when the late Charles Henry De Soysa died. He was and still is undoubtedly the greatest philanthropist in our nation’s history as his record of extraordinary largesse remains unparall

President Ranil Wickremesinghe while presenting the 2024 budget on November 13 last year told Parliament that both the next Presidential and Parliamentary elections would be held this year. Nine days later, he, while making a special statement in Par

Gangaramaya Maha Viharaya situated in the heart of Colombo has played a preeminent role in society; memories of which will be evoked in any reader. On one hand, the grandest of Buddhist festivals....

Buddhism is a teaching expounded by Buddha who lived in northern India between the mid-6th century and mid-4thcentury BCE. However, there is a disagreement among some scholars as to the exact....

Once again, a beloved figure and a role model for the entire nation has departed. Mallawaarachchige Gamini Jayawickrama Perera’s passing away serves as a poignant reminder to the Sri Lankan....

The Chinese Lunar New Year (Spring Festival) dawned on Saturday the 10th of February. The year 2024 is special as it is recognized as a world holiday for the first time by the UN, and since China....

A colourful cultural pageant titled ‘Warna’ depicting different facets of Sri Lankan lifestyle and an exhibition demonstrating the socio- economic conditions of the Sri Lankan people and customs....

The ‘Knowledge Sharing Wing’ of Past Pupils of Ananda Balika Vidyalaya Colombo hosted a workshop recently, which comprised of presentations and coaching sessions conducted by them in response to a request from Ganga Kumuduni, the present Principa