The ancient Chinese military strategist and philosopher Sun Tzu famously wrote: “The general who wins the battle makes many calculations in his temple before the battle is fought. The general who loses makes but few calculations beforehand.”

Famine is defined as extreme and widespread hunger, often leading to death. Ancient Sri Lanka experienced at least one famine, recorded as ‘Baminithiyaseya’ in the Anuradhapura period, when monks ate tree bark and leaves, fearing the oral traditi

Maheli Mudalige is a self-taught artist making waves in the contemporary art scene in Sri Lanka. Having recently been placed among the top 15 winners at the Pearl Protectors Art Competition celebrating ‘World Ocean’s Day’, Maheli’s story is a

In one lifetime, we encounter innumerable people. They touch us in many ways. We remember them and are grateful, of course, but then there are individuals who leave a profound and indelible mark on us. They transform us. Such an individual is Dr. Sar

On a quiet Sunday afternoon in Ibbagamuwa, something extraordinary happened. It was a perahara like no other. Instead of majestic elephants adorned with glittering decorations, giant puppets crafted from discarded plastic bottles glided down the stre

Artist and photographer Lojithan Ram will open doors to Mount Studio’s Analogue Film Developing Darkroom Lab tomorrow (August 17)

Parilojithan Ramananathan, better known as Lojithan Ram, held his solo art exhibition ‘Arra Kuļamum, Kottiyum, Āmpalum’, at the Paradise Road Saskia Fernando Gallery from May 23rd to June 23rd. Borrowing its title from the verses of Tamil poe

The Sri Lanka Army commemorated the 33rd death anniversary of Major General Vijaya Wimalaratne with a wreath-laying ceremony at his statue in Kiribathgoda on August 8, 2025. The event was led by the Commander, Security Forces Headquarters (West) and

Sri Lanka’s surfing paradise, Arugambay attracts many local and foreign visitors during its peak season from July to October. Over the recent few years, this stretch of land has gained much attention, mainly due to the presence of Israeli tourists

Elephant deaths, a topic frequently discussed these days, have drawn widespread attention. It appears that elephants are being killed with the intention of removing their tusks. Department of Wildlife Conservation (DWC) has confirmed that elephants a

Months of July and August hold great socio-cultural and aesthetic value for Buddhists across this resplendent island, as they are the time for the ceremonial commemoration of the significance of both Esala and Nikini Full Moon Poya phenomena, as docu

The Sarvodayapuram open dump yard, located a few kilometres away from the popular Arugambay tourism stretch, is a looming environmental hazard. During our recent visit to the site spread over approximately four hectares of land adjacent to an environ

The sugar industry in Sri Lanka has been facing an unprecedented crisis. The Pelwatta and Sevenagala sugar factories managed by Lanka Sugar Company PVT Ltd and the Ethimale Sugar factory in Siyambalanduwa, which is fully operated by a private company

For three-quarters of a century, the venerable Bellanvila Esala Perahera has gracefully processed through the streets, reaching its 75th year as a testament to enduring Buddhist culture and communal spirit.

‘Karunilam’ (Black soil) is the title of the ongoing protest staged by residents of Mannar which commenced on August 3. The protest has been staged against illegal ilmenite mining, wind power farms and prawn farms which are destroying the natural

That single Rifle shot, fired on August 10, 1950 reverberated around the world and tugged at the warm heartstrings of a grieving nation for a fallen indomitable warrior. For the local national newspapers it was front page headline news screaming “P

If Sri Lanka has produced a true soldier of might, a man whose character, integrity, and tactical genius stands as an enduring beacon of national service, he is none other than General Denzil Lakshman Kobbekaduwa.

Have you ever thought of as to how this ancient ritual called the Esala Maha Perehera (Pageant) now called the Grand Pageant in Kandy has survived?

On February 27, top UN leaders told the UN Security Council that massive starvation is about to happen in Gaza.

The Sinhala translation of a volume of selected poems written by Tamil Canadian academic, poet, playwright, and journalist Dr. Rudhramoorthy Cheran will be launched on August 12, 2025, at the National Library auditorium in Colombo at 3 p.m.

The ‘Jathika Maha Kala Mangallaya’, a cultural event organised by the All Ceylon United Cultural Foundation, was held on July 18, 2025, at the Public Library Auditorium in Colombo, under the patronage of the foundation’s President,

A blood donation program was successfully held at the Olaboduwa Seven Row Reception Hall under the spiritual guidance of the Chief Incumbent of the Olaboduwa Raja Maha Viharaya, Venerable Karagaskandura Seelawisuddhi Thero.

In a letter addressed to Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, the National Executive Committee of the People’s Struggle Alliance (PSA) requested the subject minister to present a clear official document to the public on new educational reform

Sri Lanka’s export sector faces significant headwinds as the U.S. imposes a new 20% tariff on top of existing Most Favoured Nation (MFN) rates, effective August 7, 2025. This move, following an earlier provisional 30% tariff, will particularly impa

As recorded in the Parinibbana Sutta, Buddha Himself has sanctioned the worship of His corporal remains. This is one of the most important sanctions the Enlightened One has made on the verge of His passing away. According to the Digha Nikaya,

The profound question of why we are born has inspired a myriad of religious theories throughout history. This inquiry is perhaps the most significant existential question faced by humanity. For millennia, philosophers and theologians have pondered th

Tourism industry professionals have expressed mixed reactions towards the government’s move to issue temporary driving licences to foreigners. For this purpose, an on-arrival licence issuing counter was recently launched at the Bandaranaike Interna

Two life-sized monsters made of fishing industry debris greeted visitors who stepped into the Barefoot Gallery. The two monsters were exhibits of an ongoing exhibition that made visitors experience a climate-positive future. The Climate Positive Exhi

While the Neolithic Revolution is often celebrated as an unequivocal triumph, its complex legacy of social hierarchies and unequal benefits offers a vital lens for our current era. This paradox suggests that the transformative power of AI is not g

Pears are popularly known as Sri Lankan apples. This is a fruit endemic to the Nuwara Eliya district. But it is now endangered and risks extinction from Sri Lankan soil, much to the anxiety of pears cultivators.