Sober Dutch courage and cliff-hanging rescue op save man from fall at World’s End
In what would have looked like a scene from an action movie, a Dutchman was brought…
Twin tussle over trawling: Sri Lanka’s traditional fishermen caught in the net
The newly elected leaders of India and Sri Lanka renewed their governments’ commitment to resolving the…
All revealed in hi-tech gene test
Predicts cancer risks, enables detection of bacteria in blood, screens for inherited disorders The large white…
Credible reports of bid to harm new Govt. leaders at National Day military parade
Defence Secretary was tipped-off of plan similar to the assassination of Egyptian President Sadat Sweeping changes…
GK protests return to haunt authorities
Depositors of Golden Key staged a protest in front of the Golden Key office building at…
Etihad Airways helps in Sri Lankan education and health initiative
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has donated more than UAE dirhams…
A stitch in time
For Hansanie Meemanage, the trickiest part of setting up her online store was convincing her mum…
Red Alert: Something is lacking, someone is lagging in the State of Sri Lanka
January 9 saw the rousing of hope in the hearts and minds of a discouraged, despairing…
Dhananjaya, Mahela help SLPA CC make bold reply
Sri Lanka Port Authority (SLPA) CC openers Dhananjaya de Silva and Mahela Udawatte helped their side…
News
Change of command in the Army
In a major shakeup in the Army, the outgoing Commander Daya Ratnayake is seen handing over the ceremonial sword to the new Commander Crishanthe de…
Indian fishermen invading Lankan waters; no arrests
Indian fishermen are continuing to gain unimpeded access to Sri…
Mihin cancels Boeing deal; Airbus planes instead
Indian officials here for gas talks
18,000 soldiers to go back to their regiments; no more labourer jobs
Been there, done that, say apathetic Mullaitivu voters
Hotel built on villagers’ sweat and tears
Disciplinary action against principals soliciting funds for admissions warns Minister
Walking the Talk against irregularities in School Admissions
National Schools stop admissions from Grades 2 to 5: Education Ministry
March 6 deadline for complaints regarding school admissions and other issues
Kalpitiya Primary schoolchildren learn under perilous and hazardous conditions
Rs 28 million Japanese grant to construct School building in Mullaitivu
Batticaloa Pre-school teachers demand inclusion into permanent cadre
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Chandimal and Watson: The tale of two troubled princes
S.R. Pathiravithana reporting from AustraliaTwo bright princes of international cricket – Shane Watson of Australia and Dinesh Chandimal of Sri Lanka — are battling it out at the World…
Crucified at Christchurch: Rise and get on with the job
It was rather early in the day when I flew…
Nuwinu Thiwanka adjudged best young swimmer in Ambalangoda
Nimshi Madushani best athlete
Dashing bat Movin Subasinghe adjudged the ‘Man of the Finals’
Navy’s first half rally helps sink CR&FC
This is a great chance for future national players
Fault Admitted
Sunday Sports Guide
Have we been over valuing and over paying Fiji players?
Portugal’s Rui Machado dazzles Colombo
Richmond cruise to their sixth outright win
Royal-Thomian Past Cricketers’ Dinner on March 11
Who was out?
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3rd week running: Elder citizens wait for elusive 15%
By Duruthu Edirimuni ChandrasekeraMore than three weeks after the Government promised a higher interest on deposits of Sri Lanka’s senior citizens after last month’s interim budget, the offer…
Stalled talks on Krrish resume tomorrow
Indian-based Krrish Group will be returning to Sri Lanka next…
DFCC–NDB merger awaits government stance
GK protests return to haunt authorities
Exclusive island of 48 hectares off Hambantota nears completion
SEC seeks new DG
Army-run hotels may be discontinued
“Robin Hood” or “Saradiel” may be misunderstood
No relief for senior citizens on new interest rates
Tamper-proof seals bar Sri Lankan retail shops from adulterating coconut oil
Asian Alliance Insurance introduces new product – Click2Claim
Softlogic on target with new ODEL mall, Kandy hospital and Movenpick Hotel
Hambantota port explodes with thumping losses in bunker fuel sale
Governance in unlisted public limited companies
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Editorial
Are we going nuclear?
The Indo-Sri Lanka summit talks earlier this week seem to have gone off smoothly; notwithstanding the outstanding poaching issue it was the Nuclear Pact between the two countries that took most by surprise. That it was kept a well-guarded secret and under wraps belies the spirit of transparency. In whose…
Columns
- Political Column
Credible reports of bid to harm new Govt. leaders at National Day military parade
Defence Secretary was tipped-off of plan similar to the assassination of Egyptian President Sadat Sweeping changes in Army; new commander takes over today Ven. Sobitha Thera calls for…
- 5th Column
Just question their motives, maama
My dear Mahinda maama, I thought I must write to you again because, after losing your job and going home to Medamulana, people are still talking about you,…
- The Economic Analysis
Tread cautiously: Benefits and costs of infrastructure investment
The improvement of the country’s economic infrastructure was an achievement of the Mahinda Rajapaksa government. However, there were large infrastructure investments whose costs were enormous and benefits doubtful.…
- Lobby
House unites to approve legislation for the people’s benefit
Government gained Parliament approval this week for two vital Legislations that would, to some extent, help overcome its challenges in the international arena, both from the UN Human…
- Focus on Rights
Release the Udalagama Commission report
Talking with a Kashmiri lawyer in New Delhi on Saturday morning, I realized anew that the universal problem of justice for the disappeared cannot be met purely by…
- From the sidelines
Mangala’s deal with human rights chief — a sell-out?
The UN Human Rights Council on Monday approved a recommendation by the High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra’Ad Al Hussein to defer the publication of his report…
- Sunday Punch
Wigneswaran roasts his ethnic nuts over Lanka’s crackling racial fire
If it came as a surprise that the Northern Chief Minister Vishvalingam Wigneswaran had helped write the now infamous genocide resolution, had presented it and had it passed…
- THOUGHTS FROM LONDON
The right to know but how much
If the schedule has been kept, the long awaited Right to Information (RTI) Bill should have already been tabled in parliament when this column appears. The new Government…
Plus
Bringing life under the sea to land
It was when Rose Robin heard the sound of voices, the rush of people walking past her and the echoing footsteps along a long hollow tunnel at the…
On course with his own brand of yachts
Curious are the glances that he draws when he makes ready to ‘test’ his products on the Mahaweli gushing by, close to his home down Weerakoon Gardens in…
Letters
Remembering our last King This March marks the 200th anniversary of the darkest day in our island’s history. King Sri Wikrama Rajasinha, the last king of the millennia…
Why “Town hall” sessions are not a walk in the park
A funny thing happened on the way to the forum. I took a walk in the park and found that the civic forum had come to not the…
Magazine
The sounds of Sura Asura
The cover art reminds one of an ancient heritage site or an exotic local brand. The name of the project “Sura Asura” refers to a…
At home in the limelight
Let your creative flair come out
A stitch in time
A mash of colours
Comedic trio makes a return to stage
Patty’s footprints
Johannes launches ‘J Dancers’
Sing-a-long with Nalin and Marians
Beauty Central opens its doors at Central
Hotly awaited movie in town
‘Ida Denna’ War and Love
Street boy in secret service
A battle of a coach ‘McFarland’
SLF film screening discusses gender representation and cinema
Dhamayantha is back
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A secured future under ‘Maithri Rule’ for our biggest minority group
For a secured brighter future as a developing country, today we are focusing on a formidable…
Imthiaz Bakeer Markar’s latest book
What’s cooking: US firm in alleged biopiracy of our ‘Rathu Kekulu’
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A stitch in time
For Hansanie Meemanage, the trickiest part of setting up her online store was convincing her mum…
A mash of colours
Comedic trio makes a return to stage
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Johannes launches ‘J Dancers’
Talented dancer Johannes Madawela, who shot to fame with performance as the main peacock in veteran…
Sing-a-long with Nalin and Marians
Beauty Central opens its doors at Central
More TV Times >>Funday Times
Sesame Street Live
Everyone’s favourite characters living at 123 Sesame Street, skipped onto stage, harmonizing the original sound track…