The United National Party splits
Sajith faction decides to form a ‘broad’ alliance Opposition parliamentary group meeting ends in chaos SLFP…
Ranjan’s kiss-and-tell tapes continue to top the hit parade
There were no bohemian air, no party jollity, no ‘open house’ invite to dip into snacks…
Blowing in the wind: Our own manmade forest fires fanned by drought
The drought has set in around Sri Lanka and, with it, forest fires have started. Despite…
Howls of protests but DWC allays fears
As strong protests came from environmentalists over reported moves to give out arms to personnel from…
Buddhist banking and finance: A philosophy for sustainable value creation
We currently live in a world of constrained resources, growing populations and climate emergencies that indicate…
Lanka’s lost try
Former Sri Lanka fly half Asanga Seneviratne is set to play a pivotal role in Asia…
How SL keeps losing in the big picture due to politicians
Just the other day, an outstanding double international player who represented Sri Lanka, sent me a…
This amulet is more than a lucky charm
They step into the New Year of 2020 with much hope for they are able to…
Ruhunu University students allowed into UGC premises
A group of Ruhunu University students involved in a protest were allowed into the University Grants…
SLTC launches School of Music headed by maestro Nadeeka Guruge
Taking a spirited step into diversifying its study areas, Sri Lanka Technological Campus launched SLTC School…
Australia: Hope for a Better Tomorrow
Australia, known for its natural environment, is under the international spotlight as bush fires are spreading…
News
President makes surprise landing at airport
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa continued his unannounced inspections of state institutions with a visit this week to the Bandaranaike International Airport where he is seen speaking…
Arrest of MPs: Speaker ignored by AG, Police
The Attorney General’s Department and the Police have turned down…
Plantation firms warn tea industry may collapse, but Govt. insists on wage hike
SARS-like virus: BIA staff on alert, but no special checks yet
Lanka neglecting its wetlands; invasive plants a major threat
Lion Air passengers suffering from Influenza A; no other virus
Promotional messages: TRCSL pushes for opt-out options for mobile users
Programme to recruit 100,000 people from low income families to get underway
Oil price hike: Minister seeks relief
Concessions, tax exemptions for 25 years: Govt. to reactivate law to woo investors
India offers US$ 50m for Lanka to buy military equipment
Service station worker electrocuted
Focus on Sri Lanka and nuclear disarmament
Lankan twins all set for world record tomorrow
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Unbeaten Kandy deny gallant Havies
By Allaam OusmanDIALOG CLUB RUGBY LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP
Defending champions Kandy SC had to pull out all stops to beat a gallant Havelock SC 22-10 and maintain their unbeaten run in an enthralling…
Red Shirts prevail over Sailors in scrappy game
CR&FC prevailed over Navy SC in scrappy, yet fast Dialog…
Royal cruise to 8-wicket win over Ananda
SLC to bid for World Cups
Take a bow Chandrika
Dilmi Dias impresses with a triple shuttle crown at Nationals
Rabada ban is cause for concern, says coach Boucher
Sri Lanka set to hit stride in Zimbabwe
Sri Lanka face India in U19 World Cup opener
Heshan Flexie rout Morrison
Hot weather warning from health consultant
Nimnaka stars in St. Anthony’s win
Bess takes five as England dominate
Rangana Herath urges SLC to revamp the domestic structure
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High level discussions
Chinese and US leaders visited Sri Lanka this week for bilateral discussions. Here a foreign exchange money dealer displays the Chinese Yuan, the US dollar…
STBC to host celebrated British author
The Sunday Times Business Club (STBC) has an exciting event…
JKH mulls more hotel investments overseas
National Agency for Public-Private Partnership no more
SriLankan to take off on new biz plan
Strategic stakes to change hands in the CSE
Wasting our resources
“Exponential economist meets finite physicist”
La Serena launches ‘assisted living’ option for resort-style post-retirement life
Foreign buying anticipated at CSE
PickMe’s Tharindu Kumarage wins scholarship to Arizona State University
Samsung elevates Sri Lankan esports to the next level
MillenniumIT ESP excels at SLASSCOM Innovation Awards 2019
Entrepreneurship issues in regulatory, legal barriers for SMEs
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Editorial
State sector appointments; ‘old wine in new bottles’
It was just too good to be true. The Presidential announcement that a committee would select the ‘right man or woman for the right job’ was, no doubt, taken with a pinch of salt by those who had heard this refrain before. The previous Government, in fact, said about the…
Columns
- Political Commentary
The United National Party splits
Sajith faction decides to form a ‘broad’ alliance Opposition parliamentary group meeting ends in chaos SLFP decides to contest on the Pohottuwa symbol US official says Congress wants…
- 5th Column
Surely, this is no big surprise
My dear Satellite, It has been a long time since I wrote to you last but I thought I must write to you after hearing that you have…
- Talk at the Cafe Spectator
Building rents or lease: Colossal waste of money by ministries and state institutions
Some ministries and corporations seeking office space on rent have committed the government to pay millions of rupees. This is by entering into lease or rent agreements…
- Focus on Rights
Sensible steps needed to handle the ‘Ranjangate’ scandal
Leaked phone conversations between a politician and judicial officers with more details due to emerge has led to the interdiction of a Magistrate and inquiries into other judges…
- Sunday Punch
Ranjan’s kiss-and-tell tapes continue to top the hit parade
There were no bohemian air, no party jollity, no ‘open house’ invite to dip into snacks and chats, no time for long showers, dabbed with generous splashes of…
- Thoughts from London
Will justice ever be done?
Sri Lanka’s judicial system has taken a bad beating in recent weeks. This, of course, is not the first time it has been slammed by legal professionals and…
Plus
A hard act to follow
The Peradeniya University’s amphitheatre, which used to turn pink when the old Tabebuia rosea tree was in blossom, is now shrouded in deep mourning. The…
Ena’s crafts make comeback for Bawa centenary celebrations
Letters to the Editor
Appreciations
Our small cats are precious wildlife too
The Pink City unveils its glory
Vintage Jaffna
With a little help from this book you can plan your own wedding
Lankan GM at the helm of Hawaii’s Mauna Lani resort
ISSO expands operations to the Maldives
Local herbs add new flavours at Hilton
Tanya’s musical venture in Chengdu, China
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Cafe-hopping in Kandy
Surrounded by hills on every side lies Kandy, a city known for its historical importance and scenic beauty. For the growing number of foodies among…
Heading for a beach holiday?
Getting back to the bear basics
Creating their own Tribe
What To Follow
Open Mic marks 100th session
Things you didn’t know about Herge and Tintin
Music News
Gypsies back on stage with ‘Gedara Yang’
Art & Architecture of Cinnamon Bentota
Recreating much loved children’s story through cinema
NFC celebrates 73rd anniversary of Lankan cinema
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Is Iraq now a virtual “US-occupied territory”?
UNITED NATIONS (IPS) – Pat Buchanan, a senior advisor to three US Presidents and twice candidate…
Buddhist banking and finance: A philosophy for sustainable value creation
Isolated ‘One Shot’ holds the centre stage
More Sunday Times 2 >>Education
Ruhunu University students allowed into UGC premises
A group of Ruhunu University students involved in a protest were allowed into the University Grants…
Ragging victims may get a second chance at university
President says vocational education should be on par with global standards
More Education >>TV Times
Gypsies back on stage with ‘Gedara Yang’
Popular band Gypsies with Sunil Perera are back on the Concert stage after 15 year with…
Art & Architecture of Cinnamon Bentota
Recreating much loved children’s story through cinema
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Sanni ’19, the Annual Dancing Fiesta
Sanni ’19, the Annual Dancing Fiesta presented by the Dancing Circle of Gothami Balika Vidyalaya was…