Urgent reform of electoral laws needed: Observers
International and local election observers concluded their work this week, noting that the “outdated” electoral law…
‘Sanga’ farewell is up to himself
Now it’s a case of shaping the final script for the ‘Sanga’ farewell which will adorn…
Of that Galle Test and othersBy Aubrey Kuruppu
The intriguing Galle Test which was replete with collapses and recoveries, twists and turns and ups…
Tokyo Cement adds fifth vessel to transportation fleet
Tokyo Cement last week announced the addition of a fifth vessel, ‘MV Mohar’ to its fleet…
Economics in Sri Lanka: Giant leap backwards
Copious volumes are being written about the path we have to take in order to develop…
Moved by Lankan emotions, a dance is born
The Arpeggio Academy of Creative Dance will introduce audiences to a newly minted form of dance…
Kumabal Perahera lights up Kandy
The second Kumbal Perahera of the Kandy Esala Perahera began last night from the Sri Dalada…
Austria:Living every moment
The winds blow forever around the Donauturm, the 250m tower on the north bank of the…
SL Tourism launches ‘Global Online Video Competition’
Sri Lanka Tourism last week launched the global online video competition ‘365 days holiday’ which will avail…
News
Formation of a National Government
This is the defining moment that could mark the turning point in Sri Lanka’s history. President Maithripala Sirisena and newly sworn-in Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe…
Power struggle within SLFP, UPFA; split on the cards
The Sri Lanka Freedom Party faces an inevitable split, with…
Biswal here on Tuesday ahead of UNHRC probe report
SLFP to decide on opp. leader
Racket deepens; Italy suspends job visas for Lankans
517,123 votes rejected; 3.3 m no show
4 injured in post-poll clash
President vows ‘equality for all’
Who’s on the National list
Thomson Foundation award for ST Assistant Editor
Blair to deliver Kadirgamar lecture
Enact election laws urgently to make campaign funding accountable: Elections Chief
11 women MPs a poor result for electoral reform say activists
50 PC members including 3 Chief Ministers enter Parliament
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‘Sanga’ farewell is up to himself
Now it’s a case of shaping the final script for the ‘Sanga’ farewell which will adorn a day hence. The game’s custodians are keeping a…
Navy SC demolish Air Force SC within two days
Navy SC made mince meat of Air Force SC whom…
Avishka slams quick fire ton
Heat wilts Indrajith Cooray in Beijing
Running down the wrong lane with junior cricket
Rising star Bencic and Murray’s magic
Who, what, when and where?
Greats lead the bunch at Three Peaks Challenge
A MEMENTO, FOR WHAT?
Thanga subdues Sharmal
Singapore to help build a velodrome in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka win Plate title but lose three slots
Of that Galle Test and othersBy Aubrey Kuruppu
Gregory to bring Tai Chi to LankaBy Lakshman Ranasinghe
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Either way, media a huge beneficiary
Newspapers had huge sales on the eve of Monday’s parliamentary election. Seen here is a crowd at a newspaper agent’s stall near Anuradhapura. Pic by…
Corporate chiefs, economists urge ‘tough’ decisions
Even as a new government takes office with the promise…
Budget 2016 in November as usual
Unions confident of wage hike legislation
Chinese-run tour agencies in Colombo eye Chinese influx
Finding solutions to 3 fundamental economic problems – huge challenge for new Government
SL’s ‘whisky’ economy on ‘arrack’ income – Comment
Bank of Ceylon provides support to tea factory owners to build working capital
JAT subsidiary to encourage economical plantations
DMCs threatened by online bookings
Ceylinco Life begins search for 160 more young achievers for Pranama schols
Leesons hospital, Ragama installs advanced MRI scanner
SL’s main chambers congratulate new rulers after poll
Hayleys Toastmasters installs new office bearers
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Editorial
Election victories bring hopes, expectations
It was ‘vox populi’ — the voice of the people. The people have indeed spoken and, in a broad sense, endorsed the January 8 changing of the guard in the country’s politics. The results declared last Tuesday (parties) and Wednesday (MPs) are a true reflection of what the people of this…
Columns
- Political Column
Another Jumbo Cabinet with National Govt.
Sirisena continues tough stand; six new loyalists get National List seats, GL left out despite plea War of words between President and Rajapaksa over cause of UPFA defeat;…
- 5th Column
Ranil’s time: It’s 4 p.m.
My dear Green Man, I thought I will write to you because I am sure you will find time to read this, despite being a very busy man…
- The Economic Analysis
Formidable economic challenges for the new government
Hopefully the coalition government would provide political stability, ensure good governance and take bold economic and social policy decisions for the country’s development. President Sirisena has a critical…
- Focus on Rights
Finally loosening the grip of the ‘Satakaya’?
As the intense heat of electioneering gradually subsides, sober relief intermixed with reasonable wariness is reflected in the public mood this week. Uniting a quarrelsome opposition Monday’s tensely…
- Talk at the Cafe Spectator
No Identity Card, no vote, Mayor told
It was two trips to the Polling Station for Colombo Mayor A.J.M. Muzammil at Monday’s Parliamentary elections. On the first occasion he accompanied then caretaker Prime Minister…
- Sunday Punch
You can’t hold back the dawn
The nation awakes this Sunday morning to a new splendorous dawn of hope and promise having discharged its duty faithfully and acquitted itself with honour at the this…
- THOUGHTS FROM LONDON
Changing the tune and tone of foreign policy
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was quick out of the starting blocks. Shortly after the UNP-led UNFGG emerged as winner last Tuesday, he telephoned his counterpart-to-be, UNP leader…
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He was home to see the Kinihiriya in full bloom
It took Nihal Jayamanne 30 years to find a Kinihiriya plant. From the moment he first laid eyes on the buttercup yellow flowers he was completely bowled over.…
A cool way to halve your electricity bill
It was Plato who declared that necessity was the mother of invention. Wing Commander P.L.L.C.S. Alwis, our final Ray Awards shortlist inventor, learnt to think on his feet…
Prarthana: Connecting those who care
Childless for six years with the medical verdict being that the chances of conception are nil and the only option held out being adoption, a desperate young Sri…
CandleAid Lanka holds four-day career guidance programme for students
The biggest hurdle for the young today is to get an interview for a job and then know what could be done in preparation to come-out a winner.…
Magazine
Austria:Living every moment
The winds blow forever around the Donauturm, the 250m tower on the north bank of the Danube River, from which one can survey all of…
Shifting gears
Semi finalists eyeing the finish line for TNL Onstage
Reminiscence
Semis Onstage
Derana Music Video Awards
35 Years of men in fashion – Rumours
City Cinema, Mt. Lavinia- a mini theatre with mega features
A horse and a philosopher
Theatre for Children
A play about an unusual man
‘Baan Thai Spa’: New way to rejuvenate
SL Tourism launches ‘Global Online Video Competition’
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The new ‘Two Chinas’ question
NEW YORK – To anyone over the age of 60 who follows world affairs, the term…
Crime of a unique nature
Towards a safer working environment for female domestic aides in ME
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Semi finalists eyeing the finish line for TNL Onstage
“You should try-out for Onstage” are familiar words for this year’s semi finalists. In its 15…
Reminiscence
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Semis Onstage
The sixteenth edition of Sri Lankan version of American Grammy- TNL Onstage is currently underway with…
Derana Music Video Awards
35 Years of men in fashion – Rumours
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‘The Drinkable Book’ its pages can purify water
August 18, 2015 A book with special pages has been developed by scientists to help people…