Polonnaruwa farmer invents breakthrough technology to collect paddy

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

National Budget 2025 : What the upcoming fiscal year awaits Sri Lanka!

The budget does not serve as an outright testament to the NPP’s ability to govern. Rather, it signals the evolution of a movement once marked by a turbulent history, now seeking to reinvent itself into a disciplined political entity. This is a promethean responsibility for a party that holds a 2/3 majority within parliament and is a responsibility that should not be dealt with lightly.

Chung underscores role of Rotary in bridging gap between US and Sri Lanka

In celebrating the dynamic spirit of ‘Rotary’ and its profound impact on communities, U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung delivered an inspiring address at a joint Rotary meeting held in the Ivy Room of the Cinnamon Grand Colombo on March 12, 2025.

Kidney donor felicitation programme held successfully

The National Institute for Nephrology Dialysis and Transplantation (NINDT) conducted a series of events in connection with World Kidney Day which fell on 13.03.2025.

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

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

Discover the best of French cinema at the Francophonie Film Festival this weekend

For the second year running, the Francophonie Film Festival will be held from 21st to 23rd March 2025 in Colombo.

‘Salam Ramadan’: A Celebration of Sri Lanka’s Muslim Cultural Heritage

The Western Provincial Council has launched the “Salam Ramadan” campaign, running from March 21st to 23rd, with a cultural festival at Green Path, Colombo 7.

Strong Women: Building The Nation – A Celebration of Women’s Strength and Unity

In celebration of International Women’s Day, the Shyamala School of Art, in collaboration with the Unity Mission Trust (UMT), proudly hosted “Strong Women: Building The Nation,” at the school’s premises in the heart of Colombo on March 9, 2025.

175 Years of Academic Brilliance:The Rich Legacy of St. Patrick’s College, Jaffna

St. Patrick’s College, Jaffna, stands as an epitome of excellence and a symbol of educational distinction in Sri Lanka, proudly celebrating its 175th anniversary in 2025.

In memoriam of Dehiwalaliyanage Noel de Silva

I was a teenager studying at Anula Vidyalaya and Noel was 21 years old and had left Royal College and engaged in his own business.

Eid-UI-Fithr Festival Prayers at Galle Face Green.

The Eid-ul-Fitr festival Prayers will be organised by the Memon Association of Sri Lanka on 31st March or 01st April 2025 at 8.00 am at the Galle Face Green.

SLASC Ex-Servicemen Association AGM Scheduled on March 30, 2025

The 79th Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka Army Service Corps Ex-Servicemen’s Association (SLASCESA) will be held on March 30 (Sunday) at 10 A.M at the Vijithapura Auditorium of the Old Headquarters of Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen’s Association,Sir Razik Fareed Mawatha, Fort, Colombo 1.

Old Girls of Gothami Balika College to Reunite

The general meeting organised by the Old Students’ Association of Gothami Balika College Colombo will be held on March 29th at 1:00 PM in the Soma Premarathne Auditorium at the school.

The 161st Remembrance Day of Fallen Police Heroes

The 161st Commemoration Day of the Fallen Police Heroes falls on March 21, 2025, and on this date every year, the Sri Lankan Police commemorates such heroes who sacrificed their lives for the freedom that we enjoy today.

In the bat tle to reclaim lands in North PARL throws its weight behind Thaiyiddy residents

The residents of Thaiyiddy, Jaffna, have been raising their voices and objections in a continuing struggle against the illegal acquisition of their ancestral lands, which are now being used for the construction of a Buddhist temple.

75th birthday of Dr. Dilkushi Anula Wijesundere The memorable journey of a remarkable medical consultant

In celebration of Dr. Anula Wijesundere’s 75th birthday, I, as a family friend, find it fitting to reflect on her remarkable life. She is a devoted, compassionate, and approachable medical consultant who has dedicated over five decades to her profession. Her unwavering commitment to the health of her patients,

Sri Lanka Girl Guides’ Association celebrates 108 years

The Sri Lanka Girl Guides Association (SLGGA) proudly marked its 108th anniversary, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to empowering young girls across the nation. Since its establishment in 1917, SLGGA has been a vital force in shaping the lives of young women, fostering leadership, self-discipline, social responsibility, and essential life skills.

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

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

Lyceum Nugegoda Students to Represent Sri Lanka at Cultural Heritage Symposium in Greece

Lyceum International School Nugegoda, in collaboration with Ananda College, Colombo, and Sanghamitta Girls’ College, Galle, is honoured to represent Sri Lanka at the 6th World Cultural Heritage Youth Symposium 2025, organised by the Hellenic Cultural and Educational Club for UNESCO. Supported by UNESCO’s Hellenic National Commission and under the auspices of Loutrakai Municipality, the event will take place in Athens, Greece, from 26th to 30th Ma

Spotlight on Sinharaja forest State officials supporting illegal mechanised gem mining at Botiyathenna

An illegal mechanised gem mining operation is taking place on a private land, located on the border of Sannan Dola, near the entrance to the main forest and the elephant corridor in Botiyathenna area of Sinharaja in Dolekanda Grama Niladhari Division. This area comes under the control of the Kalawana Divisional Secretariat in Ratnapura District.

Introducing Nowruz and the Iranian New Year

Nowruz, one of the oldest and most magnificent Iranian festivals for the coming new year, is a symbol of renewal, and cultural solidarity. This festival, which is held every year at the beginning of spring and coincides with the arrival of the new solar year, is celebrated not only in Iran but also in many countries in the region as a cultural and historical ritual. Nowruz has been registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage and reflects the c

Gamini Dissanayake’s 83rd Birth Anniversary: A Leader, Visionary, and a Father

March 20 is a deeply personal day for me. It is the day my father, Gamini Dissanayake, was born—a day that reminds me not just of his extraordinary contributions to Sri Lanka but also of the man he was, the lessons he taught me, and the values he lived by. Many remember him for his bold leadership, transformational projects like the Mahaweli Development Scheme, his role in securing Sri Lanka’s Test cricket status and his instrumental work in th

Prof. C. C. De Silva: The Gentle Giant

My mind went back to Monday, 20th April 1964, on reading the two tributes to Professor C. C. De Silva by Prof Thushara Kudagammana (The solicitous and virtuous life of Professor C. C. de Silva: Daily Mirror, 25 February) and Dr B J C Perera (Professor C. C. De Silva: A man like no other: Daily Mirror, 28 February). It is a day indelible in my memory as it was the day I started my very long medical career, spanning 47 years equally divided between

Focusing on positive developmental outcomes Breaking barriers in disability

Globally, nearly 240 million children, aged 0 to 17 years—approximately 1 in 10—live with disabilities, according to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).

Panel discussion to strengthen Sri Lanka’s food safety well attended

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), supported by the European Union (EU) and in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Mass Media,

Sashane Wins National Public Speaking Title, Set for London Contest

The English Speaking Union (ESU) Sri Lanka Chapter conferred 17-year-old student, Sashane Dassanayake from Lyceum International School, Colombo as the Winner of the National Public Speaking Competition 2025, held on March 15.

36th AGM of Peradeniya Alumni Association

The 36th Annual General Meeting of the Alumni Association of the University of Peradeniya (AAUP) will be held on Sunday, March 23rd at 9.00 am.

The bane of over tourism and Israel occupation in Sri Lanka

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

Passport woes a hindrance to global mobility

Among the countless trials and tribulations faced by the citizens of Sri Lanka, obtaining a passport is certainly one of them. The process can be extremely challenging due to several reasons; long waiting times for appointments and processing can delay the issuance, which may stretch to several weeks or even months. There have been reports of limited availability of appointment slots and long queues at the Department of Immigration and Emigration

Address sexual violence as an urgent issue - FCEJ

The Feminist Collective for Economic Justice (FCEJ) has condemned recent incidents of sexual violence in Anuradhapura and Tellipalai hospitals.