Minor Hotels join hands with Ayati Trust

Continuing the global vision of the Dollars for Deeds programme, where guests’ contributions are matched by the resorts, Minor Hotels has taken another step to create a meaningful impact by directing the funds this time to Ayati Foundation this year.

Peradeniya University Alumni Colombo Chapter celebrated World Children’s Day 2025

Sri Lanka celebrated World Children’s Day on 01st October, and the day focused on raising awareness about children’s rights and welfare with various events and programmes to build a better world for them.

SAFA Counseling Centre: A ray of hope for those seeking psychological support

Early intervention could be the best way to help you overcome any mentally challenging situation. This is a piece of advice shared by the team of experienced counselors at SAFA Counseling Centre, located in Dehiwela marking the World Mental Health Day Today, October 10. Over the past 10 years

The Time Stamp: Journey of Philately at Royal College

Beneath the shade of the old banyan trees on Reid Avenue, the spirit of Royal College Colombo lives in paper, ink, and memory. The annual Philex exhibition, organized by the Royal College Philatelic Club, has for decades transformed the school into a vibrant meeting place for collectors and storytellers.

From Lanka Kalyani to Townsville – A marine pilot’s Odyssey

Captain Sardha Gerard De Silva retired recently with honours and salutation at Australia’s Townsville port after more than five decades of dedicating his life to seafaring and “piloting”-- one of the most daunting tasks connected with ports and merchant shipping.

Why technology anchors Sri Lanka’s maritime security

This article, the second in a series by the Pathfinder Foundation’s Pathfinder Institute, looks at how technology is strengthening Sri Lanka’s maritime security through digital tools, surveillance systems, and artificial intelligence to protect the nation’s waters and economic interests.

Skin whiteners that connect the dots towards cancer

Many people strive to enhance their appearance during their youth, and today this trend is common among both men and women. As a result, young people have become accustomed to using cosmetics and pills marketed as beauty products. This has created a craze that often comes in waves. At one time, there was a belief among young people that everything they consumed should be natural. According to the Consumer Affairs Authority Act, No. 09 of 2003, co

All Saints’ College dinner dance and sing along

All Saints’ College, Borella will celebrate its 121st anniversary with a dinner dance and sing along at the Liberty Ballroom of the Ramada Wyndham in Colombo on October 11.

Authorities facilitate land grab in Wandama-Demaliya State Forest Reserve

Land grab in the proposed Wandama-Demaliya State Forest Reserve has been gathering momentum and much has been talked and written about it. Continual representations of environmental organizations to the relevant authorities in this regard and their requests to carry out a formal audit of land illegally occupied by the racketeers have fallen on deaf ears.

Zonta Club II of Colombo launches awareness campaign in view of Breast Cancer month

Breast cancer is now identified as the commonest cancer among females in Sri Lanka, with over 5000-6000 new patients being reported every year. According to statistics, around 15 women are diagnosed with breast cancer every day, while around 3 women diagnosed with breast cancer die every day. It is in this backdrop that the Zonta Club II of Colombo initiated its Breast Cancer Comfort Cushion Project back in 2013 to provide comfort for women who h

Goethe-Institut hosts the School Leaders’ Conference South Asia 2025

The School Leaders’ Conference South Asia 2025, organised by the Goethe-Institut, was held from the 19th to 22nd September at Cinnamon Life, City of Dreams, Colombo. This forum consisted of 101 school principals and educators from Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, India, Nepal & Pakistan.

X-Press Pearl compensation: Litigants determined to obtain compensation while fishermen worry over injustices

The refusal of payment of USD 1 billion as compensation for the damage caused by the MV X-Press Pearl disaster has sparked much outrage among the legal fraternity and petitioners that had been litigating against what was known to be one of the worst maritime disasters in recent history.

Vap magula An event that received royal patronage in paddy cultivation

There is a saying that the farmer is fit to wear the crown when mud is rinsed from his body. Similarly the king becomes a farmer on this day of the ploughing ceremony-“Vap Magula” when he holds the plough and drives the buffaloes.

The traditions behind appointing Anunayakas at Asgiri Temple

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake would induct the Anunayake of Asgiri Maha Viharaya Ven. Panditha Narampanawa Ananda Thera who is also the Director of the Asgiri Maha Viharaya Privena.

The interesting history of upcountry architects

Pattirippuwa or the Octagonal Pavilion in Kandy Sri Dalada Maligawa is a masterpiece of architecture that stands to the credit of the traditional upcountry architects.

BUOST and Vornex Partner to launch AI Workflow Platform- The925

Enterprise technology is at an inflection point. Traditional ERP systems, once seen as indispensable, have become increasingly burdensome for organizations , costly to deploy, rigid in structure, and too slow for today’s competitive markets.

Thambuttegama Base Hospital enters digital era with ADB funding

Patients at the Thambuttegama Base Hospital are in the process of adjusting to a new health system, which would allow them to obtain medical services in a couple of minutes in future.

Team of young researchers produce….. A backyard Biodiversity breakthrough in Rambukpitiya

In the heart of Sri Lanka’s central highlands, a modest home garden has quietly evolved into a living laboratory—challenging conventional conservation wisdom and offering a blueprint for sustainable coexistence.

Bommai: An Island Story set for island - wide released on September 19

Bommai: An Island Story, a post-war psychological drama directed by Navayuga Kugarajah, was released in theatres across Sri Lanka on 19 September, which followed with a special preview screening at PVR Cinemas, One Galle Face.

A Living Legend Turns 85 – Karu Jayasuriya:The Uncrowned Statesman of Sri Lanka

Hon. Karu Jayasuriya: The Uncrowned Statesman of Sri Lanka Celebrates 85 Years of Life. Upon reaching his 85th year on September 29, 2025, Sri Lankabhimanya Deshabandu Karu Jayasuriya is considered one of the last great gentlemen in Sri Lankan politics, who has spent a lifetime in public life marked by dignity, vision, and dedication to the people.

Dr Kanapathipillai Yoheswaran:A Tribute From The Knight-Kim Family

The certainty of death has been removed from our lives, my brother-in-law. He was born in Malaysia. When he came back to Jaffna, he studied at Jaffna College, where his schoolmates included Bishop Ambalavarna and Prof. George Thambiapillai.

Sri Lanka and China’s Hubei Forge New Bonds:Building Prosperity Together Along the Belt and Road

On September 24, the “Silk Road Linking Hubei, Shared Prosperity with Ceylon” Sri Lanka–China (Hubei) Economic and Cultural Cooperation Forum was launched simultaneously in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and at the Science Auditorium of Central China Normal University (CCNU) in Wuhan.

Manufacturing Consent

Edward Bernays was born in 1891 in Vienna, then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. His family emigrated to New York when he was still a child. He had a unique connection: he was the nephew of Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis.

Can India claim Kachchatheevu Island?

Kachchatheevu Island is located in Palk Bay, one and a half nautical miles from the India-Sri Lanka International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) on our side of IMBL. It’s well within our side, and this boundary line was ratified in 1976 in a Trilateral Maritime Agreement signed by India, the Maldives and Sri Lanka, which indicates territorial waters, Contiguous Zones and Exclusive Economic Zones of the three countries and agreed/ ratified

Committee reports on hidden containers out

On 18 January 2025, Sri Lanka Customs released 323 shipping containers in its custody without conducting inspections. The release of these containers raised concerns among Customs Trade Unions, civil society groups, and the general public, because this whole procedure left room for individuals representing the above mentioned categories to speculate that some of the containers have contained illegal, harmful, or misdeclared items.

Young scholar breaks records as world’s youngest DBA

At just 21, Dr Vashinyaa Premanand has carved her place in global academic history as the world’s youngest Doctor of Business Administration graduate. Her rare blend of intellect, discipline and determination, shaped from childhood, has made her not only an achiever but also a powerful role model for aspiring youth.

Reversal of Govt.’s decisions: Lack of experience or indicator of a democratic state?

Over the past year, the incumbent Government had been criticised in numerous instances for not being able to walk the talk and deliver some of its promises. Despite fulfilling certain promises, there seems to be mixed reactions towards various decisions that had been taken so far. However, since it’s assumption to power, several decisions taken by the incumbent Government were reversed. This reversal of decisions had been perceived by certain fac

NPP’s partner Janodanaya condemns Inhumane police attack on peaceful protesters in Mannar

Janodanaya Movement, a partner civil rights organisation of the National People’s Power (NPP), has strongly condemned the inhuman and brutal attack carried out by the police against unarmed civilians in Mannar. A group of civilians had carried out a nearly two-month-long protest against the proposed wind power project in the area. On September 26, demonstrators had gathered to block convoys transporting wind turbine components into Mannar, but t

Malabe Boys’ School gears up for 2026 rugby season

Malabe Boys’ School has made a name for itself as a giant killer in the inter-school rugby tournament. These rugby players have made giant strides by first contesting the Division 3 segment and then moving to play in the Division 2 tournament in 2026.

Ancient Flags Flutter once again at the Wendt

The colourful collection of flags, which will go on display at the Lionel Wendt after fifty-two years, relates the fascinating story of Vipuli Jayasuriya’s love for ancient Sri Lankan flags—a love that led her to reproduce the vanishing cultural treasures in Batik art. She could thus preserve them for future generations.