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Thu, 07 Dec 2023 Today's Paper
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Dengue is a viral infection that spreads through mosquitoes to people and is prevalent during the North East monsoon period. Dengue mosquitoes prefer to breed in clean, stagnant water. As a result, during this period, the irresponsible ways of disposing waste could lead to the collection and stagnation of water; simultaneously fostering a favourable environment for dengue mosquitoes to breed. Therefore, identifying and eradicating potential breed
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In an era marked by dynamic growth and transformative urban landscapes, the Urban Development Authority (UDA) stands as a beacon of progress, unveiling a myriad of investment opportunities across the island. The Chairman of the Urban Development Authority Nimesh Herath shares insights into the exciting ventures that beckon both local and international investors. The Urban Development Authority (UDA) is a government agency in Sri Lanka that is res
06 Dec 2023 - 1 - 308
The Old Boys Association of Trinity College Kandy (Colombo Branch) will be hosting its inaugural carol service on December 7 (Thursday). As the College turns 150 years, its past pupils are getting....
06 Dec 2023 - 0 - 219
A collective of residents from the Kurunegala area on November 26 (Sunday) gathered at the Royal Reception Hall, Teliyagonna, Kurunegala to protest against being affected by the construction....
05 Dec 2023 - 0 - 77
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) in partnership with the Department of National Planning Ministry of Finance organised a knowledge event at Cinnamon Lakeside as part of its Serendipity Knowledge Program (SKOP) recently. The event focused on Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and higher education; policy, regulatory and institutional reforms required to establish multiple learning pathways in Sri Lanka. SKOP was launched in 202
04 Dec 2023 - 1 - 635
Sri Lanka’s premier female choral ensemble, Soul Sounds has captivated audiences worldwide with its soulful melodies and unwavering dedication to the art of choral singing over the past two....
02 Dec 2023 - 3 - 159
Marking the hottest month ever recorded in human history, Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations stated, “Climate change is here; It is terrifying and it is just the beginning. The era of global warming has ended; the era of global boiling has arrived. And the level of fossil fuel profits and climate inaction is unacceptable. Leaders must lead. No more hesitancy. No more excuses. No more waiting for others to move first. There
02 Dec 2023 - 0 - 142
Sri Lanka Federation of University Women - New Office Bearers Appointed at 82nd AGM
01 Dec 2023 - 0 - 233
‘Awarjana’, an evening of music featuring some of the renowned leading singing sensations in the Sri Lankan musical arena will go on the boards on Friday, December 1st at the BMICH. Musically backed....
01 Dec 2023 - 3 - 283
Royal College Red Cross Society stands as a beacon of compassion and community service and leaves an indelible mark on healthcare through two transformative initiatives: The 44th Annual Blood...
01 Dec 2023 - 0 - 256
The much awaited Josephian Carols- organised and conducted by St. Cecilia’s Choir of St. Joseph’s College- will take place on December 3, 2023 at 6.15 pm at the vast Arena of St. Joseph’s College....
29 Nov 2023 - 0 - 236
Social media regulation is the hot topic in Sri Lanka at present. Social platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and WhatsApp are a force to be reckoned with, and not just limited to shaping social....
28 Nov 2023 - 1 - 311
“The Gohagoda Waste Dump in Kandy is overflowing and 30 tons of organic waste is accumulating daily,” said Nimal Dissanayake, the Engineer overseeing Waste Management at the Kandy Municipal Council (KMC). He also stated that every day 80-100 tons of garbage is collected in Kandy. “The garbage consists of 60 tons of Organic Waste and 5 tons of Polythene waste. The other waste is 15 to 20 tons. As a result of the excessive garbage, KMC officials ar
25 Nov 2023 - 1 - 959
Exploring the power of truth from a Buddhist perspective, writer Mervyn Samarakoon highlights the importance of speaking truthfully and the negative consequences of lying
25 Nov 2023 - 0 - 531
The Annual Josephian Christmas Carols are set to enchant on December 3 at the Stanley Abeysekara Sports Complex Auditorium, presented by the St Cecilia’s Choir of St Joseph’s College, Colombo 10. This year’s theme, Jesu Salvator Mundi, translates to Saviour of the World.
24 Nov 2023 - 4 - 844
The Annual Founder’s Day Olcott Memorial Oration of Ananda College will be delivered by Prof. Buddhima Indraratna, tomorrow (November 25, 2023) at the Kularathne Auditorium at 4.00 p.m. Ananda College celebrates its 137th anniversary this year. The esteemed Olcott Oration of 2023 will be delivered by Prof. Buddhima Indraratna, the Distinguished Professor of Civil Engineering and Director, Transport Research Centre at Faculty of En
24 Nov 2023 - 1 - 495
Juwairiya Mohideen, a Sri Lankan Muslim Woman Rights Activist based in Puttalam, has won the ‘Ginetta Sagan Award’. Amnesty International USA announced Juwairiya as the recipient of the award on November 7. This annual award is presented by Amnesty International USA which takes into consideration women who are “working to protect the liberty and lives of women and children in areas where human rights violations are widespread. The annual award
24 Nov 2023 - 12 - 2302
Migrant worker remittances constitute a major component of Sri Lanka’s Gross Domestic Product. Central Bank statistics indicate that Sri Lankan migrant workers remitted close to USD 3.8 billion in 2022. But despite pre-departure trainings and skill improvement programmes for migrant workers, some of them continue to be brutally harassed by their landlords while working overseas. Two months after Ramachandran Dharshini (32), from Neboda, Mathugama
23 Nov 2023 - 0 - 220
“I had lost the love, affection and care of Papa, when I just turned 20 years old. I had 4 sisters. By the time I was done with getting them settled down, I strongly felt like my time had elapsed. This was when I came across an advert on the newspaper, which eventually led me to choose a way that would forever change my life,” said Ms. Hema Abeykoon, a mother who used to work for SOS Children’s Village. She recalled her experience and extreme co
23 Nov 2023 - 7 - 2169
The arts faculties under the University of Ceylon produced stellar scholars like Stanley J. Tambiah (Harvard), Gananath Obeyesekere (Princeton) and Valentine Daniel who rose to the highest levels of their Ivy-League universities. That trend tapered off in time with an occasional scholar here and there. The difference, besides training in independent thought, was vitiated reading and writing fluency to share their research and learn from others’ r
22 Nov 2023 - 1 - 320
On Universal Children’s Day- which fell on November 20- State Minister of Women’s and Children’s Affairs Geetha Kumarasinghe said in Parliament that over 2000 teenage mothers have been reported...
21 Nov 2023 - 3 - 512
Acupuncture, considered a traditional Chinese medical practice, is gaining popularity in many countries around the world. With a history....
21 Nov 2023 - 0 - 414
The Old Nalandians’ 69 Group re-visited their alma mater on November 9th, to declare open the long-awaited English Activity...
20 Nov 2023 - 1 - 340
Travelling back down memory lane in retrospect, my thoughts went to the very first time I saw the King. He was just a little boy and ....
20 Nov 2023 - 0 - 103
Universal Children’s Day is an important global event that focuses on the rights and welfare of children worldwide. It is celebrated....
18 Nov 2023 - 4 - 1204
A group of University academics condemned the recent incident in which Human Rights activist and Attorney Swasthika Arulingam had been turned away from the University of Jaffna when she was scheduled to deliver a lecture.
18 Nov 2023 - 0 - 393
The Wesley College Old Boys Union (OBU) held the groundbreaking ceremony for its project to restore the college pavilion at Campbell Park on November 1. The Restoration Project was initiated to coincide with the upcoming sesquicentennial celebration scheduled for March 2, 2024.
17 Nov 2023 - 6 - 3403
In Sittandy, a small township in the Batticaloa district, cattle farmers of Mylathamadu and Mathavanai have been protesting for over 55 days to save grazing lands on which their cattle have been....
17 Nov 2023 - 0 - 148
In a poignant tribute to the founders of Ananda College, the Old Anandians’ 70-75 Group, in collaboration with the Colombo North Teaching Hospital, Ragama, will hold the 25th Annual Blood Donation...
16 Nov 2023 - 0 - 93
The 82nd Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka Federation of University Women (SLFUW) will be held on November 25 ....
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