PM now unassailable; national unity government to continue
Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe convincingly won Wednesday’s battle; the motion of no-confidence against him, but the…
Joint Opposition makes PM the nation’s new Avurudu Kumaraya
AFTER THE PLANNED CRUCIFIXION, THE RESURRECTION Ten days before the dawn of the Sinhala and Hindu…
A sway to the side and the Gold rush was over
Even after 20-years of competition,Chinthana wants to go on It was a lion-hearted effort, but, lion-hearted…
President Chief Guest at Trinity College Prize-Giving
Students of Trinity College Kandy at their annual Prize-Giving held on Friday, with President Maithripala Sirisena…
Rs 1m from President to 8 student participants of 19th Asian Physics Olympiad, Vietnam
Eight students chosen to attend the 19th Asian Physics Olympiad in Hanoi, Vietnam, from May 5-13,…
Pakistan National Day
Pakistan’s 78th National Day was celebrated with a grand reception at the Galadari Ballroom on March…
SriLankan on crash course to profitability in 3 years
The new board of directors at the struggling national carrier has assured that plans are underway…
Any dream will do
As one of Galle Fort’s magical sunsets was at its climax, Hall de Galle was getting…
Medicos make ready for dengue battle
As the monsoon approaches, the Ministry of Health is preparing for the dengue outbreak that accompanies…
Avurudu is around the corner
Despite the scorching heat, traders are hopeful of an influx of last minute shoppers during the…
Pick of the Pix
Pix by Amila Gamage, Indika Handuwala, M.A.Pushpa kumara and Shelton Hettiarachchi…
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Takes two to tango
With the health of the National Unity Government in a delicate state, President Maithripala Sirisena and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe are seen here at the…
New Year gift to North: Army to free 650
As a “New Year Gift” to the people in the…
UPFA turncoats: PM urges UNP backbenchers to hold their fire until he meets President
Serious safety lapses in SriLankan’s new planes
Farmers spend fertiliser money on liquor, Govt. to provide bags again
Automated tax collection system breaking down
Avurudu vendors yell for customers but shoppers walk on
HRCSL complains to President: 49 peacekeeping soldiers sent to Lebanon without its vetting
Veteran actress Rathnawali Kekunawela passes away at 87
ASP, HQI laughingly watched thugs accosting Opposition UNP MPs: State Minister
Appeal Court sets aside High Court ruling as bad in Law
Acid thrown at female school van driver; one suspect apprehended
Five garment factory employees drown while bathing in river
Discretion conferred on AG, Bribery Com. could lead to abuse, says SC
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SLR skips Rugby Asiad
By Naushad AmitSri Lanka Rugby (SLR) has formally announced its decision not to take part in the upcoming Asia Division I Rugby Championship, scheduled to take place…
Vihan, Denuwan and Harshitha claim crowns
As the famous saying goes — ‘it’s not over till…
Ugly scene mars Petes victory
Fancied cueists advance to next stage
Unfancied Malaysian stuns cycling world champion
Matthew Abeysinghe renews Sri Lanka record
Ace Harshana keeps Sri Lanka hopes alive
Wesley defeat Zahira 26-7
Russel Arnold takes up LPL director post
Injured Chameera doubtful for West Indies Tests
Pink ball Super Four cricket starts today
Rain prevents a decision in St. Anne’s- Maliyadeva Big Match
Mahanama makes 126 for 6 before rain arrives
Vinod and Taniya impress to reign champs
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Congrats or deepest sympathies?
The new board of directors of struggling SriLankan Airlines and officials at the first meeting with the media on Thursday. From left: Thilan Wijesinghe, Chairman/…
National carrier’s new lifeline
After many twists and turns, Sri Lanka’s national carrier appears…
Young professionals add zing to Lanka’s public sector
Foreigners eye insurance stocks
Dubai investor group in town
Credit ratings now compulsory for finance companies
Avurudu: The Great Shutdown
Taxing or Robbing: What’s the difference?
BoC 2017 profits soar to highest in the industry
CB eases tight monetary policy; worries over political stability
Sri Lanka wants to bridge trade deficit with NZ
People’s Bank says record income in 2017
LOLC retains ‘O’ in LOLC
New German industry office opens in Colombo
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Editorial
Local Houdini does it again
“And so, Houdini did it again” said a wise old lawyer referring to the Austro-Hungarian-born American illusionist and magician noted for his sensational escape acts, no sooner Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe defeated a no-confidence motion against him in Parliament on Wednesday. Arguably, no Sri Lankan politician has had to face…
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- Political Commentary
PM now unassailable; national unity government to continue
Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe convincingly won Wednesday’s battle; the motion of no-confidence against him, but the internecine war between the two coalition partners – the Sri Lanka Freedom…
- 5th Column
What lies ahead for the coalition?
My dear Green Man, I am writing to congratulate you on demonstrating that you have the confidence of Parliament, even when motions of no-confidence are moved against you.…
- The Economic Analysis
Reforms imperative to resolve structural and institutional bottlenecks
Among the conclusions of the New Thinkers’ Symposium were that economic reforms are urgent; that institutional misalignment, misidentified reforms, and data deficiencies are key structural and institutional bottlenecks…
- Talk at the Cafe Spectator
Scrapping of CCEM: Mangala apologises to President
Finance and Mass Media Minister Mangala Samaraweera has apologised to President Maithripala Sirisena for announcing at a news conference that the UNP-controlled Cabinet Committee on Economic Management (CCEM)…
- Focus on Rights
When absurdity becomes insanity in Sri Lanka’s parliament
A crude bid to capture national political power by the so-called Joint Opposition, disgracefully aided and abetted by a section of President Maithripala Sirisena’s Sri Lanka Freedom Party…
- Sunday Punch
Joint Opposition makes PM the nation’s new Avurudu Kumaraya
AFTER THE PLANNED CRUCIFIXION, THE RESURRECTION Ten days before the dawn of the Sinhala and Hindu New Year, the Mahinda Rajapaksa-led Joint Opposition gave Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe…
- Thoughts from London
Royal wins but the game is hardly over
Whatever happened to those political pundits who battered Ranil Wickremesinghe day in and day out in the media backed no doubt by some media moghuls with their own…
- Lobby
‘No-Confidence’ Motion defeated, but politics plunges into deeper confusion
The United National Party (UNP) mustered sufficient votes to defeat a ‘No-Confidence’ Motion (NCM) against its Party leader and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on Wednesday, putting an end…
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Pride and tears of Uva Wellassa
The awe-inspiring cloud covered mountains, lush forests, formidable waterfalls and clear streams of Uva Wellassa bear little testimony today to the darkest and bloodiest chapter…
Letters to the Editor
Appreciations
Colonial flavours on our traditional Avurudu table
Gratiaen 2017: Running the literary gamut
Louis and Fruzsina on a melodic excursion tonight
‘Sunrise’ once again for those sunset years
S. A. Cader appointed senior partner at Julius & Creasy
SriLankan Airlines staff celebrate 10th Anniversary
Have your next food adventure at Park Street Gourmet
PastaMania’s here with its own ‘Pasta Al Dente’
Go floral with amante
Royal College old boys gala event in New York
Pakistan National Day
Bangladesh National Day
Trendy hair looks for 2018
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I was just one among thousands and thousands
Washington D.C., March 24: I am striding down Pennsylvania Avenue with my teammates. Ahead of us rises the Capitol and across our view unfurls the…
Young creators of animated short film ‘83 happy about int’l exposure
Any dream will do
‘Café Sociale’:Pairing chats with coffee and work
Barnhouse in the outskirts
Note -taking made easy with ‘Otter’
Rudimental take the No. 1 spot
Vijaya Corea called to compere in Dubai
AN EVENING OF CLASSICAL MUSIC
Lankan journalist to cover Royal Wedding
Dr. Lester, Sumithra joined to create a film fantasy
Creative Activities for Children by Somalatha Subasinghe Play House
Saman returns to theatre with ‘Serada Sahodara’
Dilum’s documentary ‘Great Elephant Gathering’ awarded in Japan
The best of Avurudu offers with Amaya Resorts
Russel’s completes 30 years in the industry
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Gender empowerment: UNGA to break male domination — briefly
UNITED NATIONS – The 193-member General Assembly – one of the highest policy-making bodies at the…
Why we need women in the military
Avurudu pola at Singithi Pera Pasala
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Any dream will do
As one of Galle Fort’s magical sunsets was at its climax, Hall de Galle was getting…
‘Café Sociale’:Pairing chats with coffee and work
Barnhouse in the outskirts
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Vijaya Corea called to compere in Dubai
The glitter and sparkle of entertainment filled the air at the Sheikh Rasheed Auditorium, Indian High…
AN EVENING OF CLASSICAL MUSIC
Lankan journalist to cover Royal Wedding
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Play House Day 2018
The Pre-School teachers of OKI International School, Wattala organized a Play House Day for their students…