Celebrating the 88th birth anniversary of Sri Lanka’s pioneer musician Dr. Premasiri Khemadasa, an evening of music titled “Ananthaya Sara’ will go on the boards with a special performance of “New Year Symphony” at 7.30 pm on January 25 at

An Austrian tourist on a visit to the Aukana sacred city has taken a keen interest in ‘Clean Sri Lanka Programme’ initiated by the government and joined it.

“All these transactions are done using cryptocurrency. We help customers to transfer money from eBay to their wallets in various cryptocurrencies. From that we help them to transfer the money into their bank accounts and they send us screenshots. F

The local market is awash with low-quality plastic products despite measures introduced to curb their import.

Thai Pongal or Surya Pongal means prosperity, flourishing, growth and abundance in work, business and life.

This is the harvesting season of Paddy. Farmers feel happy about a bountiful harvest. So they celebrate the occasion.

Impressions’24, the annual Art Exhibition organized by the Art Club of S.Thomas’ College, Mount Lavinia concluded recently.

The inauguration ceremony of the 43rd President of the Sri Lanka College of Surgeons was held recently.

In a historic step towards promoting Hindi education in Sri Lanka, the country’s first certificate course in Hindi through open and distance learning was launched recently.

Ever feel like you’re stuck in the same loop? You set goals, you get excited, but somehow, you find yourself back where you started—or worse, not even starting at all. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been there, staring at a blank page o

In a bid to bring about a culture of inclusivity through therapeutic horse and pony riding, the Garden of Eden Centre for Autism in collaboration with the Ceylon Riding Club, Royal Turf Club and The Edwards Collection recently held an event to celebr

The word “Ahimsa,” derived from Sanskrit, means non-harm or non-injury and is often translated into English as non-violence.

The colourful Duruthu perahera of Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya is held annually on the pre-full moon poya day in the month of Duruthu (January) to commemorate Buddha’s third visit to Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka, with its breathtaking beaches, vibrant culture, and affordable living, is perfectly positioned to attract the growing wave of digital nomads seeking a blend of work and wanderlust.

When Sister Lidwina came to my Priestly life, it was like a shooting star and as a marker of her flamboyant personality, it enhanced my life. It is her ardent zeal that I admire, which was in the service of the Lord and also her vibrant personality r

On certain days, Colombo’s skyline is almost invisible. While some may find it similar to the mist, it is in fact called ‘particulate matter pollution’ and by definition it is a mixture of solid and liquid particles that are suspended in air.

Marking a significant milestone in the art and media scene in Sri Lanka, the World Press Photo Exhibition will open doors to the public today (January 10th) at the Arcade Independence Square after over two decades.

Medical experts and organisations including the Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) have expressed concerns over proposals to introduce a ‘healthy and low-cost’ alcohol product.

Throughout the festive season, Colombo dazzled with its embellished houses and malls aglow with blinding lights. Yet, such grandeur seems to mask the harsh reality of those who have succumbed to poverty.

January 8 marked a dark and somber day in Sri Lanka’s history, as our thoughts went back to Lasantha Wickrematunge, the fearless journalist and an indefatigable champion of human rights, who fell victim to a brutal assassination.

A letter dated December 23, 2024 and signed by Secretary to the Treasury, K. M. Mahinda Siriwardena, was sent to the chairmen of commercial corporations, statutory boards and government owned companies regarding the payment of bonuses for the year 20

Let us revisit the whys and wherefores behind constructing the wall at Ratmalana Airfield. To the best of my recollection, this wall was built in 2005/2006 to protect the aircraft and runway from potential LTTE attacks. During the conflict, Ratmalana

Last year, regional rivals India and China reached an agreement on border patrolling, reducing tension in the Eastern Ladakh sector.

On January 8, 2009 Sri Lanka mourned the death of former Sunday Leader Editor-in-Chief Lasantha Wickrematunge who was assassinated while he was driving to office.

Gideon Levy is a courageous, conscientious and outspoken Israeli journalist. He writes for the Israeli daily ‘Haaretz’ and is on its editorial board. When he talks about Israel’s ‘Zone of Interest’ in Gaza Strip, he’s referring to British

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for rehabilitation of the Karainagar Boatyard in Northern Province of Sri Lanka was signed and exchanged by High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka H.E. Santosh Jha and the then High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to In

There is a miracle called Friendship that dwells within the heart and you do not know how it happens or when it even starts. But the happiness it brings to you always gives a special lift and you realise that friendship is God’s most precious gift.

As I sit down to write this about my Dearest Aunty Namal, I am filled with the wonderful memories of her, which time and space can’t erase. She was one of my Dearest childhood friends, Diko’s (Indika) mum and I knew her for over 40 years!

Regarding the recent announcement about the proposed implementation of a property tax, I would like to make the following comments and suggestions towards implementation of the property tax.

“There is still no basis to consider them as refugees yet. For now, this is regarded as a case of human trafficking.