Padmasiri Thirimawithana, who was a medical student and a prominent activist who protested against establishing Private Medical College in Ragama, had been killed along with another 29 medical students by an unknown armed group in 1988.

Muthiah Chandrasekaran, was unanimously elected as President of Trinity College Kandy Old Boys’ Association (OBA) - Colombo Branch for the term 2025/2026 at the 117th Annual General Meeting held recently at the Christ Church Galle Face – Church o

In a bid to explore the evolving landscape of disinformation, the counter-disinformation community gathered at the EU DisInfo Lab in Ljubljana, Slovenia, on October 15 and 16. The event witnessed the gathering of leading specialists from varied backg

The Annual Prize Giving Day of St. Joseph’s College, Colombo 10, for the year 2024 was held recently, at the Rev. Dr Stanley Abeysekera Auditorium in the College precincts. The ceremony, held for the 121st time in the 129-year history of the instit

Mrs Jayasinghe ran down the wooden stairs, making a louder noise than normal. They had begun this new exercise to conduct classes for ICMA candidates.

Delays to the completion of the Port Access Elevated Highway (PAEH) which would link Colombo City Centre and Katunayake Expressway (CKE) via the port has faced further delays with the Engineer Representative abandoning the project.

A classroom in Colombo this week is alive with Italian phrases, laughter and culture. From customs officers to tourism police, students are learning more than grammar- they are learning to connect. The newly opened Sapientia Language Institute, the f

The Association of Companion Animal Practitioners (ACAP) Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Veterinary Association, Ministry of Health, Colombo Municipal Council, International Lions Club, and several animal welfare organisations, has lau

‘Ape Gedara Gini Thiyaida’ (Will They Burn Our House Down), a contemporary tale of life and society by Rajitha Dissanayake, will premier on 17th and 18th October at the Lionel Wendt Theatre at 7 pm.

Many residents in Vavuniya have benefited from the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Vavuniya Water Supply Scheme under the Dry Zone Urban Water Supply Project, which was initiated just after the conclusion of the civil conflict in 2009. The Vavuniya

The ongoing debate about abolishing corporal punishment in Sri Lankan schools is lively. It is also deplorable because, as far as this writer is concerned, the consensus should be overwhelmingly towards abolishing corporal punishment. Unfortunately

Under his administration, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu is determined to deliver tangible outcomes by addressing the most pressing issues faced by people. The gravity of challenges persisting due to the abuse of illegal narcotics to the presence of un

Facebook’s removal of its “Posts” search filter has quietly reshaped the social media landscape in Sri Lanka. Journalists, fact-checkers, and influencers now face increased obstacles in tracking discussions, verifying information, and monitorin

In Keeri village on Mannar Island, S. Vijithan remembers the simple act of buying water as a child. “Our family bought a pot of drinking water for Rs. 20, and my mother would cook white rice from it because the water was so pure and tasty,” he re

S. Thomas’ College, Gurutalawa (STCG), one of the largest boarding schools in Sri Lanka, has made elaborate plans to host its ‘Open Day’ on October 25 (Saturday). The event is designed to showcase the school’s unique campus, rich traditions a

The annual commemoration of the father of the nation The Rt. Hon. D S Senanayake for the 36th year was held at the Senanayake Samudraya Inginiyagala Ampara District on September 30 and October 01. Clergy representing all religions participated, and a

World Standards Day 2025 highlights how shared principles shape progress, connecting safety, sustainability, and innovation worldwide.

Daybridge International School celebrated its Annual Prize Giving Ceremony 2025 in grand style at the Bishop’s College Auditorium, honoring the academic brilliance, talent, and all-round achievements of its students. The event brought together the

A pioneering digital financial inclusion programme is transforming lives across rural Sri Lanka, offering a blueprint for tackling unemployment in developing economies worldwide

Lifeline Hope Foundation was established in 2023 with just ten members involved in supporting terminally ill cancer patients who are in need of palliative care. Its primary objective is to support such patients live their lives fully with dignity a

Negombo’s morning streets buzzed with colour and anticipation on September 20 as 42 riders from 11 countries revved up their tuk-tuks for the start of the Pimp My Tuk Tuk (PMTT) Charity Ride 2025, an extraordinary journey blending adventure with pu

ATG Group of Companies, a pioneer in the global glove manufacturing sector, has made environmental conservation a core objective for over thirty years, prioritising sustainable practices across its operations and beyond.

Standing on the same ground that was once devastated by the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami, Kushil Gunasekera speaks with a quiet conviction born of lived experience.

When 31-year-old Dominika Voltrova from the Czech Republic first landed in Sri Lanka, she thought she would be staying for only two weeks. Today, one and a half years later, she still calls the southern coastal town of Ambalangoda her home - a place

She demonstrated a remarkable yearning for things close to her heart—a trait abundantly evident throughout her political life.

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 yea

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.

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 D

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

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