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Kamanthi Wickramasinghe

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Kamanthi Wickramasinghe has completed a BSc in Psychology from the Missouri University of Science and Technology, USA, a Postgraduate Diploma from Manorama School of Mass Communication, Kerala and a MA in Mass Communication from University of Kelaniya. She has received many local and international awards and recognition including the Denzil Pieris Young Reporter Award 2015 and Michael Konig Young Journalist Bursary at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, 2017.

Amidst Govt. restrictions….. Uncertainty looms over Kimbulapitiya’s creative fireworks industry

11 Apr 2025

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Government’s restrictions on the issuance of chemical components to licensed firecracker manufacturers have kept small and medium scale manufacturers in the dark over the past few years. For Priyantha Henry Peters (53), a medium scale fireworks manufacturer from Kimbulapitiya, these restrictions have taken a toll on his business.

Noise pollution menace - despite lawsuits, lawbreakers continue with impunity

10 Apr 2025

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Carnivals and musical shows are a major attraction during the upcoming festive period, often accompanied with deafening music. But noise pollution caused by these events which sometimes run late into the night would be a burden to residents living in close proximity. Despite having a Supreme Court judgement on noise pollution with clear directions on specified time limits for nocturnal events, and duties vested on the police when it comes to in

Activists, rights groups raise alarm bells on custodial deaths

09 Apr 2025

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On April 1, Sathsara Nimesh (26) was arrested by the Welikada Police following a complaint on unauthorised entry into a house in Nawala. But on April 2, Nimesh was pronounced dead.

Litigants against harmful wind power project demand safety of Mannar Island

04 Apr 2025

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Mannar Island, which is home to some of the world’s most beautiful migratory bird species including flamingoes, was proposed as the potential location for a mega scale renewable energy project.

Ameena honoured for her advocacy on counseling and preparation for marriage

28 Mar 2025

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Preparation for marriage should be made mandatory across all communities in order to reduce divorce rates, especially among low income communities, says Sikhamani Ameena Faisz Musthapha, a professional counselor, social worker and Founder at SAFA Counseling Centre. For many years she has dedicated her work towards women’s empowerment, mental health and refugee support. Her contributions to support and uplift women and marginalised communities hav

Polonnaruwa farmer invents breakthrough technology to collect paddy

25 Mar 2025

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Paddy drying is a common sight in rural areas of the country, especially during the post-harvest season. But it is a tedious task for farmers to collect their paddy stocks as it is not only time consuming but also requires additional equipment, labour and money. To address this challenge, Indika Bandara, a farmer from Ridee Pokuna, Welikanda, Polonnaruwa has developed a paddy collecting machine that allows farmers to collect dried or moist paddy

Leopard deaths:Conservationist discusses opportunities and challenges in protecting the Sri Lankan leopard

22 Mar 2025

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During the first three months of 2025 four leopards succumbed to injuries in separate incidents in the Nuwara Eliya district.

The Batalanda Commission Report and Sri Lanka’s path towards accountability and justice

20 Mar 2025

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The Report of the Commission of Inquiry into the Establishment and Maintenance of Places of Unlawful Detention and Torture Chambers at the Batalanda Housing Scheme (herein referred to as the Batalanda Commission Report) has gained much traction on media. The report came into the limelight following former President Ranil

The bane of over tourism and Israel occupation in Sri Lanka

18 Mar 2025

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Over tourism in the form of backpackers and tourists who patronise establishments run by their own communities are becoming a threat to Sri Lanka’s sovereignty and culture. This had been evident with recent incidents being reported from down South. The Daily Mirror has received credible information of at least two incidents where Israeli tourists had gone to the extent of warning locals to discontinue their parties while parties done by these tou

Exploring Commonwealth perspectives on CLIMATE RESILIENCE

15 Mar 2025

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The importance of international partnerships and support from organisations such as the Commonwealth to support the restoration and conservation of marine ecosystems was discussed at a recent event organised by the British High Commission, Sri Lanka, in view of the Commonwealth Day.

Authorities promise swift action against unauthorised establishments along Hiriketiya beach

13 Mar 2025

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Unauthorised establishments built along the scenic Hiriketiya beach have caught the attention of locals. The Daily Mirror learned that these establishments had been built around January.

Giving life to Colombo’s new coral reef

11 Mar 2025

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Colombo Port City’s latest attraction is a naturally occurring coral colony that’s growing rapidly around its breakwater.

Could revised train schedules minimise elephant-train collisions?

10 Mar 2025

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At least nine elephants succumbed to injuries as a result of elephant-train collisions by March 2025. The frequency of elephants colliding with trains traveling towards Mannar, Batticaloa and Trincomalee have raised concerns among the wildlife fraternity.

How climate change impacts Sri Lanka’s dengue disease burden

06 Mar 2025

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Three-year-old Nethmi Sehansa* from Dematagoda, a suburb of Colombo, succumbed to dengue in May 2023. Her parents and elder siblings remain devastated by her untimely demise.

“No research done on undeclared weapons owned by LTTE after the war” - Maj. Gen. Dr. Boniface Perera

04 Mar 2025

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Recent incidents of violence including a shooting inside a courtroom have raised fears among the public.

Forest fires and impending threats to dry zone forests

27 Feb 2025

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As many as 40 small scale and large scale forest fires have occurred throughout the country as of February 24, 2025.

Monitoring climate variability to counter threats on agriculture sector

26 Feb 2025

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Global food insecurity is on the rise due to aggravating climate change phenomena. In Sri Lanka, agriculture is one among 15 other sectors identified as being vulnerable to climate change. But according to experts, climate change is regional and has a long-term impact on vulnerable nations when compared to climate variability which is more local.

Govt. to impose stricter punishment for cattle theft

24 Feb 2025

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Two incidents of cattle theft were reported from Galewatte, Udugampola in January 2025. One cow, who had been blinded in one eye, was stolled on January 25.

“Bureaucratic corruption, the only obstacle for SL in becoming a futuristic country” - Prof. Henrik von Scheel

21 Feb 2025

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Sri Lanka has been recognised as a country with the potential to become its own brand. However, strategic experts opine that in order to become a futuristic country, Sri Lanka should first eliminate corruption in the bureaucracy.

Rathugala adivasis struggle to preserve ‘bee honey harvesting’ amidst climate change

19 Feb 2025

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For Danigala Mahabandalage Suda Wannila Aththo, the incumbent leader of the Rathugala adivasi community, bee-honey harvesting is part of their traditional lifestyle. Rathugala is a scenic village in the Eastern Province of Sri Lanka, located bordering the Gal Oya region in Ampara District. Following a prayer dedicated to Kalu Bandara deiyo, a local deity whom they believe is a guardian of the thick jungles they live in, Suda Wannila Aththo and hi

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