How acupuncture made JR’s ailing knee behave!

Acupuncture, considered a traditional Chinese medical practice, is gaining popularity in many countries around the world. With a history....

The Old Nalandians’ 69 Group back to school

The Old Nalandians’ 69 Group re-visited their alma mater on November 9th, to declare open the long-awaited English Activity...

Birthday tribute to King Charles III

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 ....

Sri Lanka’s Journey on Universal Children’s Day

Universal Children’s Day is an important global event that focuses on the rights and welfare of children worldwide. It is celebrated....

Academics condemn cancellation of Swasthika’s lecture at Jaffna University

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.

Wesley College launches pavilion restoration project

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.

Migrants, communal tensions leave Batti’s original cattle farmers ruffled

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....

Ananda College Alumni Mark 25 Years of Lifesaving Tradition with Annual Blood Donation Campaign”

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...

SLFUW AGM scheduled on November 25

The 82nd Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka Federation of University Women (SLFUW) will be held on November 25 ....

FoRB: Saroor’s report delves on plight of Muslim women after Easter attack

The launch of the report ‘Waging War on Women’s Bodies: Gendered Dimensions of Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) in Sri Lanka’ was....

Child Action Lanka ensures Japanese ‘hand’ waves at Kandy’s homeless individuals

Japanese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Mizukoshi Hideaki said “20% of Kandy’s children are suffering from poverty and that it has become.....

‘CBID Ageing with Dignity gives needy patients much hope

It is not a secret that our country is facing a situation where we are not yet prepared to deal with the fundamental rights of the older people of our population. On speaking to many of our elderly the undertone of their conversation would be “we still have feelings, and we are not dead”. We can understand that this sentiment arises from their concerns about health and care. The Elders have their rights, and it is our responsibility to make sure

A life without taxes, that’s what the people want

Mohideen Ifthikar from Maligawatta makes a living as a kitchenware vendor. His daily income ranges between Rs. 1500-2000. Having left his previous job as a site supervisor, Ifthikar worries about not being able to save enough money for his future. This is a common story shared by a majority of Sri Lankans who are facing hardships to survive the prevailing economic crisis. The government imposed multiple taxes on people to meet the conditions l

WNPS initiates Yala Jeep Drivers training programme

A visit to Yala National Park is not complete if you don’t spot a leopard. Or that’s how the saying goes. But one doesn’t necessarily have to spot the animal if the jeep drivers could study about....

A Scholar’s Paradise: 7 Days in Sigiriya with Prof. Raj Somadeva

Sri Lanka owns an extensive history, thriving flora and fauna, unique indigenous medicine, distinctive geography, and rich cultural traditions, all of which are well documented and studied by academics. However....

Deepavali is a perfect time for new vision, hopes and expectations

‘Deepam’ means ‘clay lamp’ and ‘avali’ means arranged in an order. Deepavali means “row of small oil lamps” (clay oil lamps).Hence, the name Deepavali. Deepavali is a large family...

Plastic problem calls for behavioural change from wider community

Single use plastic waste has become one of the 21st century’s biggest environmental concerns. The SACEP, the PLEASE project together with the Central Environment....

War Heroes Commemorated

Salute of the motherland to the Sri Lankan gallant war heroes was held at the War Memorial. Air Vice Marshal Ravi Arunthavanathan RWP, RSP, VSV, USP, M.Sc (Def. Studies), psc, SLAF....

“Faxian Charity Project” benefits people of Northern Province

Ambassador Qi Zhenhong stated, “China and Sri Lanka enjoy a longstanding traditional friendship which has withstood the test of time. No matter what difficulty and challenge our Sri Lankan friends encounter, China has stood and will always stand firmly with you and provide assistance to the best of our capability.” By emphasizing the friendly relations of the two countries, Ambassador Qi further mentioned that the Chinese government has promised

Sisters of Providence Providing hope and courage when illness strikes

‘TALITHA CUM’ is a welcome home, run by the Sisters of providence for destitute cancer patients who have been abandoned by their families. Due to this the vision of the Sisters of Providence is to ensure a peaceful and loving home for the Cancer patients while enhancing their physical, psychological and spiritual well-being.The mission of this home is to bring hope, courage and consolation to those affected irrespective of class, creed or race

Civil society, professionals unite to say NO to govt.’s ‘Shut Up’ laws

The Supreme Court’s determination that the provisions of the proposed Online Safety Bill are NOT inconsistent with the Constitution and can be passed by a simple majority following...

Can the present status quo bring about a probable change?

Before my reflection is read I wish to inform the reader that I write as a layperson, with no formal training or experience on the subject other than having to live through the reality of the consequences of the topic the oration covers on a daily basis which is becoming exceedingly difficult to endure. As such I see myself as an expert on the topic from the perspective of suffering the outcomes of the content deliberated on by the esteemed ora

Protest in Colombo against bombing in Gaza

“From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free” chanted people as they participated in a protest led by Dr. Sudath Dewapura in front ...

Rector stresses the importance of SI in a world dominated by AI

The 119th Annual Prize Giving of St.Joseph’s College, Colombo 10, was held at the Stanley Abeysekera Sports Complex cum....

Kularatne’s Nalanda Completes 98

The school that came into being in the last year of the first quarter of the last century is completing 98 years of committed service of imparting knowledge and instilling values to the fortunate set of youth who had the privilege of having their education at this hallowed centre of learning. ‘Nalanda Vidyalaya’ Nalanda celebrated her 98 years of existence on the 1st of November 2023 having been registered as a separate school in November 1925. I

An Indian Son of Sri Lanka Motherland

Dr Rewant Vikram Singh, the former Director of Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre in Colombo, High Commission of India is a well-known personality in Sri Lanka. At present, he is serving as the Head of the Department of History, at Maharshi Dayanand College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai, India. Dr Singh assumed duties as the Director of Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, Colombo in August 2019 and served till December 2022. During his tenu

Sudath elected President Thomian Society

Sudath Jayasundara, Attorney-at-Law, was appointed as the President of The Thomian Society recently at the AGM held at the Royal Colombo Golf Club. The Thomian Society comprises Old Boys of S.Thomas’ College Mt. Lavinia, Colpetty, Guruthalawa and Bandarawela. The founder President was Dr. Vijaya Corea, who now holds the position as the Patron. Prakash Bhutani is the Vice Patron and the First, Second and Third Vice Presidents are respectively Duli

In Loving Memory of Kenneth Diaz: A Gracious Tribute on His 9th Remembrance

Nine years have passed since we bid farewell to a cherished soul, Kenneth Diaz, who met an untimely departure on this very day. On this solemn occasion, family and friends, alongside former Benedictian ruggerites, gather to reflect upon the life and legacy of a remarkable man. Kenneth Diaz remains etched in our hearts, a beloved figure whose memory continues to inspire and warm our souls. He possessed a unique spirit that touched the lives of tho

Concert to raise funds for Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya

The Old Girls’ Association of Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya has organised a concert titled ‘The BnS Show with Umaria & Randhir’ to celebrate the school’s golden jubilee on November 4, 2023 at BMICH from 6 pm onwards. According to the organizers of the event the concert will help raise funds for a hostel renovation project and development work of the school.

AAUPCC in a CSR Project

To mark the International Children’s Day that fell on the 1st of October, the Alumni Association of the University of Peradeniya Colombo (AAUPCC) Council of Management decided on its September meeting, on funding the celebration planned by Ralapanawa Janapadaya School, Nochchiyagama, NCP. The AAUPCC hosted the lunch for 270 children, and 30 staff and parents. Some members and outside well-wishers also contributed financially. The CSR exercise tu