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For an island known for its smiling faces, kind people and their idyllic lifestyle, Sri Lanka has been tormented with a past of loss and grief. Whether this island’s people are from the North, South, East or West, they have all suffered through per
“Children need peace and protection at all times. The rules of war prohibit the unlawful targeting of civilians, attacks on schools or hospitals, the use, recruitment and unlawful detention of children, and the denial of humanitarian assistance. Wh
Ajith Fernando, an old friend and an incredibly good and humble human being, got it right when he said, ‘Terrorists don’t win when they manage to kill 200, 300 innocent people. They win when they manage to alienate and isolate the entire Muslim p
The World Environment Day (WED) is one of the most widely-celebrated global days that inspire the general public towards being eco-conscious. Hence, the United Nations (UN) seeks to focus the world’s attention on the environment and organises posit
Ven.Rathana Thera became a rebel during a four-day fast where he shed his role as a survivor in politics. This priest, who has the habit of clinging on to individuals with power for his benefit, suddenly saw throngs of people supporting his cause. Th
The moon-long fast in the Islamic month of Ramadan when Muslims have to abstain from food, drink and sex is no easy task for the worldly minded, but once one’s mind and body is attuned to it from one’s young days, it doesn’t prove to be so diff
When a ship is drifting without being steered and manned by an able and professional Captain, it is bound to go astray; its survival in stormy seas is doubtful and its crew, the rest of servicemen and passengers are in danger of losing their very liv
It is a state of mind and heart; one could say which is almost ‘unheard’ of these days!!! COMPASSION! Who in their right minds would want to exude Compassion, or even be known as a Compassionate human being??? However, if the terrorists who explo
Dunuwila is an Instagramer’s paradise. The tiny village in the Central Province is nestled at 820m above sea level. It took me a 90 minutes to get here from Kandy through utterly beautiful winding, narrow mountain roads.
With teenagers such as Sweden’s Greta Thunberg giving leadership to the world in the crusade against global warming and climate change, United Nations today marks World Environment Day—a platform for action to encourage worldwide awareness and ac
Exactly thirteen years ago Venerable Athureliye Ratana Thera made headlines by walking up to Mavil Aru sluice gate which was closed by the LTTE in June 2006. The JHU stalwart made the bold move at a time the security forces were hesitating to venture
A weak government is like the supine barber to whom even the goat prods its goatee. The current government in Colombo is not just weak, indecisive and lacking a common purpose. Its manifest incompetence and vacillation is self- destructive and can se
Since the government changed in Sri Lanka in January 2015, the US has “significantly” strengthened its military engagement with the island nation, particularly with the Sri Lankan Navy, says the latest US Department of Defence Indo-Pacific Strate
On a recent visit to Sri Lanka, funded by an organisation headed by one of Sri Lanka’s political jumping frogs, Robert Blake sang Gota’s praises; suggesting a return to Gota’s ‘technocrats’. What were these so called technocrats doing I won
Radicalization of some local Muslims climaxed with the serial bombings that rocked the nation on April 21. The bomb strikes, committed by a handful of terrorists,altered and reshaped dynamics in multiple fronts.
The European elections that ended a few days ago have yielded very interesting results from a Sri Lankan point of view. In understanding its effects on Europe and its relevance to a country such as Sri Lanka, it is important to get a grasp of the pre
China and Sri Lanka have historically maintained close relations. In AD 400, it is recorded, Chinese monks visited the country. After it achieved independence from the British in 1948, Sri Lanka established diplomatic relations with Beijing in 1950..
Crises of any form have class, gender and caste characteristics. Social disparities are aggravated by crises whether it is a natural catastrophe such as a tsunami, a political disaster such as a coup or social trouble as with the climate of fear afte
For nearly 70 years since independence, the principles of ‘neutralism’ and ‘non-alignment’ have guided Sri Lankan foreign policy. However, four geopolitical changes, to wit: many ‘non-aligned’ countries are now close allies and ‘partner
The above news item appeared in on May 6 wherein it says: “The MoU signed by Minister Dissanayake and Executive Governor of the People’s Government of Hainan Province aims at rejuvenating Sri Lanka’s ailing plantation sector that comprises of
In every race, religion, culture and nationality in all parts of the world, parents are the primary caregivers and teachers of their children -- preparing them for a happy, fulfilling and productive life. Parents are the anchors of the family and the
Micro-credit has been a blessing to tens of thousands in Sri Lanka and for millions the world over. The year 2005 was named the year of Micro-credit. Professor Muhammed Yunus was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for his efforts towards poverty a
Media, both mainstream and social, and certain politicians have completely diverted the attention of the country and the authorities from the terrorism that wreaked havoc on Easter Sunday on April 21.
Indian elections for Lok Sabha that concluded last week, shattered all ‘independent and expert’ predictions leaving pro-BJP forecasts perfectly right. The BJP with Modi romped home with an historical....
The activities of firebrand monk Ven.Gnanasara Thera in society makes us take a closer look at the ‘role of the Buddhist monk’ in the politics of the country. The thera has called for religious leaders to take the lead and....
It goes without saying that there is an urgent and existential need to eradicate terrorism in whatever form it exists. By and large, the security forces are doing a commendable job, arresting suspects from various....
Shortly after the final results of the Indian General Elections were announced affirming a thumping victory for Bharatiya Janatha Party (BJP) Leader Narendra Modi, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe contacted his Secretary Saman Ekanayake and sa
Muslims in Sri Lanka are a battered race given that people who don’t practice Islam look at them with suspicion and hatred now. The whole world collapsed on this minority community on April 21 following a series of bombings on churches and hotels;
Despite insidious efforts by mischief-makers, rumour-mongers and even some politicians playing Jekyll and Hyde to envelope this country in a fear psychosis, it is gladdening to see Sri Lanka....
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