Water Hyacinth taking over Nuwara Wewa
Following the recent heavy rains in the Anuradhapura district, a carpet of Water Hyacinth (‘Japan Jabara’)…
EU delegation discusses resumption of GSP + concessions
An EU delegation was in Sri Lanka this week to discuss, among other matters, the possible…
‘Patachara of our times’ ready
‘Wijaya – Kuweni’ and ‘Ehelepola Kumarihami’ famed filmmaker Sugath Samarakoon has completed his latest film ‘Ape…
‘Neela Palingu Diya’ A story of an astrologer
At a time when astrologers play the prominent role not only at childbirth and marriage but…
Cricket elections and Yahapalanaya
On January 8, 2015, hopes of ‘Yahapalanaya’ loomed large over the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri…
Sub-standard tackling by Police gives Kandy staggering victory
In one of the most colourless and one sided rugby finals in recent times, Kandy SC…
Deheragoda’s absence a blessing for others
The cool climes of Diyatalawa will be heated to the roaring of motors when the 23rd…
Unawatuna Beach: Has the nation got it back?
March 18, 2015, a truly momentous day in the history of Unawatuna. After a year of…
Siripala, Sri Lanka’s iconic flautist rendering soulful music at Kandalama
A tuneful melody is heard in the twilight evening breeze by the poolside at Kandalama Hotel;…
News
China shows it certainly knows what is good for Sri Lanka
From our Hong Kong correspondentThe maiden trip also became an occasion for China to lecture on what is good for Sri Lanka. Mr. Sirisena’s visit came at time a more…
New look at electoral reforms: 250 seats
Polls chief to present package to party leaders tomorrow 20th…
Colour code for sugar content in what you drink
Govt. follows Rajapaksa policies in controlling private banks
Significant changes in 19A; any MP can act for President
Fixed prices on tea and hoppers: Too bitter a pill to swallow- traders
Sri Lanka to float new Indian proposals with all stakeholders
General Sarath Fonseka was promoted
Lankadeepa shines at awards night
Helmet ban faces rethink amid bike rider objections
Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe during a three day visit to Jaffna
EU’s GSP+: Govt. pledges to deliver on international conventions
Pak envoy conveys condolences to late Priyantha Sirisena’s family
Refuse tea in new chest: Cabinet cadre increases from 28 to 39
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Kiwi and Kangaroo orchestras to perform ‘concerto – Chin Music’
By S.R. Pathiravithana reporting from the MCGGo rush to your TV screen and get glued to the final episode of the concerto ‘Chin Music’ on stage at the Melbourne Cricket Grounds…
Clarke to retire from ODIs after World Cup final
Australian cricket captain Michael Clarke yesterday announced that he would…
Cricket elections and Yahapalanaya
Sub-standard tackling by Police gives Kandy staggering victory
Isipathana down Wesley 34-0
Royal pass Science test
Deheragoda’s absence a blessing for others
Junior Golf from April 6 to 9
Surprise from Sachin
Lumbini MV win inaugural big match
Tennis lights up Californian desert
Police performance rekindled hope in their supporters
Lady workers beware!
Faizal Deva heads Mercantile Basketball
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EU delegation discusses resumption of GSP + concessions
An EU delegation was in Sri Lanka this week to discuss, among other matters, the possible resumption of GSP + concessions. Pic by M.A. Pushpa…
Intel renews partnership with Ministry of Education
Intel Sri Lanka signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with…
Confusion over interest waiver on pawned jewellery
SEC probes take a decisive turn
UDA struggles to maintain displaced residents of Tata project
Ravi attends primary dealers meeting at Central Bank
Colombo bourse chugs along the same route – analysts say
Rethinking the value of labour
Budget: Many a slip between the cup and the lip
Benchmark yourself and step towards improving water efficiency
Is fear of failure holding back innovation in Sri Lanka?
UDA continues to make Peliyagoda a modern market and trade city
Marketing success means satisfying both external customers and internal customers (employees)
Chinese elevators’ unit takes risk in Sri Lanka venture amidst question mark over Chinese projects
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Editorial
19th Amendment has arrived
Almost a century ago — August 1920 to be precise, the United States of America passed the 19th Amendment to its Constitution. By this amendment, its Congress (Parliament) granted franchise – the vote, to adult women in addition to the men. It was a long, hard struggle for women, led…
Columns
- Political Column
Dissolution likely after Vesak, General Elections in late June
Ruling troika agrees on 26 posts for SLFPers, but party split with significant number still backing Rajapaksa Shocking details of Udayanga Weeratunga’s alleged arms deals with Ukrainian rebels;…
- 5th Column
Minting ministers the Maithri mantra
My dear Newly Appointed Ministers, I thought I must congratulate you on your new appointment. I am not sure whether you realise it, but you are a very…
- The Economic Analysis
Political uncertainty hits economic stability and performance
Political and economic uncertainties have characterised the first days of the new regime. There is confusion about the course of political developments, the period in office of the…
- Lobby
Speaker to rule on ‘split personalities’ within Government ranks soon
Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa has a tough decision to take within the next few days. He has to decide who should be the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament,…
- Focus on Rights
Giving ear to the public roar in January 2015
Admitting that the passionate ‘yahapalanaya’ breast-beating of the Maithri campaign in the run-up to the January 2015 presidential poll was nothing more than an election slogan has become…
- Talk at the Cafe Spectator
Funds in foundations of Rajapaksa wives frozen
Two different Magistrates’ Courts have frozen funds belonging to the Sirilak Saviya Foundation and the Pushpa Rajapaksa Foundation. The Sirilak Saviya Foundation is headed by Shiranthi Rajapaksa, wife of…
- From the sidelines
A strange beast called a ‘National Government’
As the crisis in the SLFP deepens, the capitulation of its membership to the UNP-led Government continues. Frontliners included, the once-vociferous critics of the Government have adjusted their…
- Sunday Punch
Behold, bemoan the mirage of change
A nation’s outrage burst in full flow last Sunday evening when President Maithripala Sirisena thought fit to induct 26 members of the SLFP as Ministers, State Ministers and…
- THOUGHTS FROM LONDON
Upcoming elections and playing political games
The British parliament was prorogued last week ahead of the general elections due to be held on May 7. The date is fixed and set in stone as…
Plus
A real life drama that’s 150 years old
The old and the new side-by-side — the bustling ‘hub of health’ in the very heart of Colombo and the nerve-centre of the whole of Sri Lanka proudly…
Letters
Work towards a ‘people’s government’ through Cabinet representation It is heartening to note that the pressure brought about by civil society over the years through the mass media…
Will you bat, bowl, or field, Marshal?
Some folks are born great. Some achieve greatness. Some have greatness thrust upon them. With a few, it is a measure of all three. With a few, it…
Humbling experience in an African landscape
“Once in the south of Kenya, I knew a tame elephant. It used to come to a hotel restaurant at lunchtime. Eat a few fruits, drink a beer…
Magazine
Chasing his dreams
Dimitri Zaik is such a kaleidoscopic talent, that it can be quite impossible to pin him down. The Sri Lankan born, Melbourne-based artist recently made…
If boys can do it why can’t we?
Making the grade
Spreading the word on a healthy lifestyle
Finding expression through movement
Salon KESS-making waves with unique styles
Grand Avurudu show in Dubai
New music video on Sebs ‘Back to School’
Multi-awarded ‘Makarakshaya’ makes a come back
Sellapperuma returns with ‘Sanjana’
Sugath sets a record with six films
Kelum with ‘Oyai Mamai’
‘Spandhana’: A romance blended with horror story
Sri Lankan ‘garden dining’ menu at Commons
Easter Sunday Brunch at MLH
French Cookery Demonstration & Workshop At Alliance Francaise De Colombo
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The last hour of Virginia Woolf
Verily, it is the tragic and unusual death that puts many on the Virginia Woolf trail…
Are we waiting for more tragedies to recognise the importance of mental health?
SLACD to mark World Autism Day at Galle Face Green
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Making the grade
Steffan Paul, a student from Elizabeth Moir School who has been accepted on early decision basis…
Spreading the word on a healthy lifestyle
Finding expression through movement
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Salon KESS-making waves with unique styles
Set in a backdrop that exudes his long years of achievement, Salon KESS at Rosemead Place…
Grand Avurudu show in Dubai
New music video on Sebs ‘Back to School’
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Forgotten Relics of The Past
A volley of barks and a few lazy glances greeted the echoes of my trudging feet…