Social media had been abuzz with the news of a child selling dodol (a sweet, toffee-like confection popularly made in Sri Lankan households) in Bandarawela. Following the social media post published by an individual with the intention of helping the

Education is a cornerstone of national development, shaping the cognitive, social, and economic futures of a country’s citizens. In Sri Lanka, however, the national education policy faces a critical crisis characterised by the unreflective adoption

A census of animals is a rare occurrence in Sri Lanka. Recently, such a census was conducted on March 15.

Even though the hospital is equipped with new technology and surgical equipment, the old operating theatre, lack of doctors and absence of Intensive Care (ICU) facilities are the main obstacles in treating lung cancer patients, said thoracic surgeo

Despite having been subject to much harassment at the hands of two government higher officials when he visited Sri Lanka to make a huge investment in the Kantale Sugar Factory few years ago,

In a deepening land dispute, more than 3,600 farming families in Sri Lanka’s Vavuniya district have been ordered to vacate their lands by August 15.

John Van Dijck, a retired Belgian educationist, discovered a profound purpose in Sri Lanka after an accidental visit in 1995. Inspired by local needs and the work of Adoptie Sri Lanka VZW, he embraced a lifelong mission to serve the underprivileged.

It is reported in the Press that the controversial large-scale ‘Adani green energy project’ (Wind and Solar) has been cancelled inter alia due to unreasonably high tariff rates, pre-operational costs such as for research, site investigations, fea

Sri Lanka has lost one of its most dedicated and fearless conservationists. Jayantha Jayewardene, a towering figure in the fight to protect the island’s wildlife — especially its elephants — passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy rooted

One of the most iconic species sharing the same terrain on this isle, along with humans, is the Sri Lankan Leopard (Panthera pardus kotiya). Elusive in nature and often taking cover from the human eye, these beings hold significant ecological and eco

Sinharaja Forest Reserve, which borders Ratnapura, Galle, and Matara districts, covers an area of 11,187 hectares. There are approximately twenty-two villages surrounding the forest, including the recently highlighted village of Lankagama. Located wi

He was not only a brilliant commander but also a visionary who championed a values-based military culture long before such ideals were widely discussed

The 31st of July this year would have been the 75th birthday of the late Janaka Bogollagama, who left us 15 years ago. His family and friends still miss this most warm-hearted, generous man, who was full of joie de vivre. Janaka had the blithest of t

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka reports that only 57.9% of adults are financially literate, a statistic that underscores the importance of starting financial education early. Empowering youth with money management skills is key to building a more resil

The recently launched botanical masterpiece ‘Discovery – Additions to the Flora of Ceylon’ is a landmark in Sri Lanka’s botanical history which reveals nearly 200 plant species, previously unknown or unrecorded, and is more than just a scient

Despite all the media exposure about catastrophic road accidents and deaths claiming lives at an alarming rate (seven deaths a day) the private bus service (dis-service) has become a law unto itself.

The Attorney General informed the Supreme Court that the Cabinet has decided to degazette a part of the Wedithalathive Nature Reserve.

On the 3rd of August 2025, as the sun dips below the skyline of Colombo, the Faculty of Science at the University of Colombo transforms into a hub of nocturnal curiosity and discovery.

In a world clouded by misunderstanding, the Jumma Mosque at Kollupitiya (Colpetty) opened its doors to foster clarity, promote connection and provide a deeper understanding of the true essence of Islam. The recent tour of the mosque served as a valua

After serving 35 years in Sri Lanka’s Foreign Service, representing the country in Pakistan, Germany, Nepal, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, I retired in 2023. Promoting Sri Lanka as a premier tourist destination was a central part of my

The Sri Lanka Federation of University Women (SLFUW) held an event on July 19, 2025, at the SLFUW headquarters, where “Seth Pirith” and the “Thun Suthraya” were chanted to invoke special blessings on the departed past Presidents and members o

My elder sister Indrani Wye passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025, in Westlake Village, California. She was 89. I hold memories of our childhood together when we lived with my father and mother, James and Evelyn Rutnam at Baron’s Court on Guildfor

Meditation has been well-known since ancient times as a form of building and strengthening the inner resources of the mind. The Brahma Kumaris is a network of organisations in over 100 countries which teaches a practical method of meditation assistin

Stools laced in blood is often dismissed as quite common and treated for hemorrhoids, anal fissures or ulcers; however, this can be an early symptom of colorectal cancer.

Art has been the fulcrum of human society for centuries. It doesn’t simply serve as a medium of expression, but also a means of encapsulating and showcasing human emotion in their rawest form.

Twenty years after the brutal murder of 19-year-old Yvonne Jonsson, her case remains a poignant test of Sri Lanka’s justice system. The controversial presidential pardon granted to her convicted killer, Jude Shramantha Anthony Jayamaha, was recentl

“We know it is a sin to put any living creature into boiling water, but we can’t help it. We are compelled to do so to make a living,” said a woman boiling live cockle (Matti) in a huge pot containing steaming water.

The Annual Festival of the All Ceylon Ananda Aiyappa Devasthanam will be held from July 25 to August 3 at the Swamy Ananda Aiyappa Temple, in Colombo 15. Annual Festival in the name of Swamy Aiyappan will begin with the flag hoisting ceremony on Jul

The parents of Charith Dilshan, a second year undergraduate from the Faculty of Technology, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka who faced intense ragging, filed a Fundamental Rights petition with the Supreme Court on Monday, July 15, 2025, case numb