A hotel with luxury facilities on two railway compartments has been built at the Ratmalana Main Railway Yard by its workers. General Manager Sri Lanka Railways Dhammikka Jayasundara said that the facility would open to the public in a couple of days.

A blood donation programme organised for the fourth occasion by the Science Section of Minuwangoda Nalanda Girls’ College will be held this year.

Recognised as one of the top ten surfing destinations in the world, Arugam Bay is a renowned beach among foreign and local tourists. Due to the exceptional beauty of this coastal area, Arugam Bay has a global brand name. The main reason for this is s

A significant number of Sri Lanka’s most threatened agamid lizard species are found in the Central Highlands, the Knuckles Range, and the Rakwana Range, according to recent research by a young Sri Lankan scholar.

The main entrance to the Kumana National Park opened on June 20 for the Pada Yatra (Journey by foot) pilgrims from North and East journeying on foot to Kataragama through Kumana and Yala national parks.

At a time of widespread cynicism about politics and politicians in our country, Imthiaz Bakeer Markar stands out as a refreshing example of a political figure who has steadfastly refused to succumb to expediency and held fast, through all vicissitude

While tree planting initiatives are common, true success lies in nurturing saplings beyond initial efforts.

On December 19, 2024, fisherfolk in Mullaitivu, Northern Sri Lanka, observed a boat in the sea, a few hundred meters away from the shore, crowded with many people and children.

Malaka Dewapriya’s Bahuchithavadiya (The Undecided) is not merely a cinematic tale—it is a searing reflection of a generation caught between longing and loss, choice and chaos.

The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura launched its first-ever official book on its history on June 16 at the university premises.

Poverty alleviation presents a critical global challenge, particularly in South Asia. While India has achieved remarkable success in reducing extreme poverty through strategic, digitally-driven initiatives, Sri Lanka faces a contrasting reality. Its

On 21 and 22 June, Sri Lanka will once again resonate with the vibrant sounds of the Fête de la Musique, also known internationally as International Music Day. Organised by the Embassy of France in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, this musical event mark

Rising tensions in the Middle East are threatening Sri Lanka’s fragile post-crisis recovery. As global oil prices climb and geopolitical risks grow, the island faces renewed external pressure. Higher fuel costs, disrupted remittances, and rising sh

The birth anniversary of the late Dudley Senanayake is on June 19; to me, he was Sir Lanka’s noblest son, the knight in Shining Armour in the annals of our history since Independence. He died not as Prime Minister; in fact, not long before his deat

Thousands of devotees from across the country and abroad gathered at St. Anthony’s Shrine in Kochchikade, Colombo, to mark the 191st Annual Feast of St. Anthony of Padua on June 12-13, 2025. The celebration, steeped in spiritual tradition and vibra

On June 11, communities living on Mannar Island staged a protest chanting slogans to protect Mannar Island and the country’s resources for future generations.

Stanley Jayasinghe was born on January 19, 1931, in Badulla. He is a former Sri Lankan cricketer who played for Ceylon prior to being renamed and prior to receiving Test of ODI status.

It is reported that there are over 200 vacancies for engine drivers at Sri Lanka Railways at present.

There is currently a shortage of salt in the market, and the authorities have cited various reasons for it. However, during a visit made by this newspaper to Hambantota saltern last December, this writer observed that no steps had been taken by the r

Every time a life is lost to suicide, it indicates a collective failure within the system. In Sri Lanka, a death by suicide is another statistic, but it points to a larger problem that needs to be addressed. While there is no one single factor that c

In the heart of Amsterdam, capital of the Netherlands, lies a cozy art space dedicated to South Asian Contemporary Art.

In celebration of the storytelling and films of Oscar-nominated director and producer Deepa Mehta, several of her works, including I Am Sirat and Funny Boy, were screened in Sri Lanka recently.

It is with profound sadness, yet with hearts full of cherished memories, that we bid farewell to my dear friend and compatriot, Abeyratne Attanayake, “Atta” to all who knew and loved him. His sudden passing on June 9, 2025, at his residence in Pi

The Institute of Human Resource Advancement (IHRA) of the University of Colombo celebrates a significant milestone this year: fifty years of unwavering commitment to accessible, practical oriented education for the working population of Sri Lanka.

When I first met Professor Arjuna De Silva, as his patient, I was immediately impressed by this consultant physician, especially by his considerable knowledge, remarkable efficiency and commitment.

The Limits of Love, the final book of Professor Rajiva Wijesinha’s trilogy that began with ‘Act of Faith’( 1983), is an underrated great piece of literature.Perhaps the answer to why it is underrated could be found in the long, self-absorbing m

Joel Fernando was born in 1940 in the ancestral home of his maternal grandfather, lawyer Thomas Matthew Fernando JPUM, in the Colombo suburb of Mount Lavinia. He was the fifth in a family of ten children.

Pushpi Weerakoon has been awarded the ‘Rotary Alumni Global Service Award’. The achievement is sure to contribute to the many international accolades achieved by Sri Lankans this year

In the post-independence era, Sri Lanka achieved a lot in terms of social development compared to other countries in the region. Sri Lanka is way ahead of countries such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal in South Asia in this regard. The co

Dr. Sanath Akmeemana, President of the Sri Lanka College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, awards the oration medal to Dr. Gamini Galappatthy, Senior Consultant Cardiologist, National Hospital of Sri Lanka, who delivered the prestigious Professor