Central Bank puts austerity in docket
Considering what’s happening at some of the top offices, one might wonder whether those offices are…
Pomp and pageantry in Kandy for Sri Lanka Police force
Junior officers disgusted at public funds “wasted” during national crisis By Shane Seneviratne An event to…
White flags flutter in the wind as Lanka joins world in mourning for Queen Elizabeth II
Sri Lanka will join the UK and other countries in mourning tomorrow as the world bids…
No pesticides to fight dengue, infections could rebound
By Senuka Jayakody Dengue infections could rebound, health officials say, although there has been a…
The waterfalls flow again
Text and pix by Raveendra Welagedara After a prolonged drought, heavy rains…
Lotus Tower opening draws crowds
Hundreds of city dwellers and foreign tourists witnessed the opening of what is considered the tallest…
The unsung heroes of Lanka?
‘Apey kollo’ and Apey Kello’ truly deserved the rousing welcome accorded on arrival home after they…
43rd AGM of the Sri Lanka – Japan Business Council
The 43rd Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka – Japan Business Council of the Ceylon…
INCOHST 2022 Interschool IoT competition organised by NCHS
Pretty much any object can be transformed into an ‘Internet of Things’ device if it is…
MAS Holdings partners with The Wildlife Foundation Kenya
South Asian apparel manufacturer,MAS Holdings (MAS) has partnered with The Wildlife Foundation (TWF), Kenya to conserve…
Two friends on a handicraft mission
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, it inevitably brought with it much negativity and turmoil. Yet there…
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King Charles pledges to work for inter-faith unity
The United Kingdom’s new monarch, King Charles III, this week said he is a “committed Anglican Christian” and duty bound to Defend the Faith, but…
President’s Office declares no family should starve, no child malnourished
Accelerated multi-sector programme to combat poverty and malnutrition The President’s Office has directed state institutions to ensure that no citizens should starve due to lack…
CEB says approval for Adani project illegal
Controversy rages over SEA’s ‘provisional’ nod for the wind-power deal By Niranjala Ariyawansha ‘Provisional approval’ given by the Sustainable Energy Authority (SEA) to the Adani…
Kandyan, Muslim marriage laws to be amended: Minimum age 18
Ukrainian troops rescue seven Lankan students from Russian custody
PMB’s Rs. 2bn loan bid fails; rice crisis boils
Pomp and pageantry in Kandy for Sri Lanka Police force
UNDP awaits hybrid seed corn cargo in October for farmers
Govt. lifts temporary suspension on hundreds of imported items
Cloud over Sports Chain as cryptocurrency investors lose millions
Motor Traffic Dept. gears for fresh ‘test’ drive to mark zero emission day
Param Rakshak gift for PM
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SLC to part ways with Tom Moody
by Champika FernandoMahela Jayawardena to continue as Consultant Coach
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) will part ways with Tom Moody, its high profile Director of Cricket, just one-and-a-half years into his three-year deal, but will…
Contrasting wins by favourites
Mahanama, Royal, Trinity, Devapathiraja and St. Joseph’s won their matches…
SLC initiates talent scouting camps in Polonnaruwa
A reason to rejoice
US Open 2022 motto — ‘Go big or go home’ stands for its words
Eyeing another plum
SLR broadens Club Rugby 7s with more teams
Weerakkody and Dumindu hit impressive tons
CICT offers massive grant for Wheelchair Tennis
Navy and Old Wesleyites win WPRFU U-24 Rugby 7s
Rashmitha and Esandi win titles
Lyceum Gampaha claim first major TT title
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Lotus Tower finally opens
The picturesque Chinese-built Lotus Tower complex opened on Thursday after months of delays. Picture shows a family taking a selfie outside the complex. Inset: The…
Business slowdown, staff cuts and freezing recruitment
Sri Lanka‘s business activities are slowing down at present and expected to further weaken in the coming months amidst struggling private sector firms for survival…
Colombo Port volumes decline on global slowdown
Colombo Port volumes have recorded a drop and the Jaya Container Terminal (JCT) in particular has found some of its business shifting out to other…
Stock gains not reflecting economic crisis
No LPG shortage following award of fresh term tender soon: Litro Chairman
Vehicle permits for BOI enterprises
Temporary lull in economic crisis
Asia Cup 2022 and the “enabling environment”
Export of Aluminum products can generate more foreign exchange
Lina Manufacturing delivers first ever locally-produced Metered Dose Inhalers
SMEs access to HK, Dubai and S’pore through HNB – Eqwtay partnership
Sri Lanka’s Auditor General calls for probe in dubious coal deal
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Remembering the Queen and her love for gemstones
Revenue Management Authority to boost tax collection and end corruption
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Editorial
Human rights: The Geneva charade
The sting is mostly in the tail of the latest UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) draft resolution against Sri Lanka coming out of Geneva. The final paragraph calls upon the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights to “enhance” its monitoring and reporting of the situation of human rights…
Columns
- Political Commentary
Toughest-ever UNHRC resolution against Lanka
Leaders and officials guilty of economic crimes may face travel bans, freezing of assets and other legal action Govt. rejects the draft, vote on October 7, several countries…
- 5th Column
A much needed win
My dear Dasun and the cricket team, I thought of writing to you this week to congratulate you on winning the Asia Cup after a lapse of eight…
- The Economic Analysis
Drastic reduction in expenditure and increased revenue by progressive taxation crucial for fiscal consolidation
The immediate reduction in the fiscal deficit and its progressive decrease in the next few years are essential for the island’s economic recovery. It has to be achieved…
- Talk at the Cafe Spectator
Central Bank puts austerity in docket
Considering what’s happening at some of the top offices, one might wonder whether those offices are given exemption when it comes to curbing state expenditure as recent government…
- Focus on Rights
Ministerial bleats in Geneva and the ‘undead’ promises of Sri Lanka’s politicians
Hawks may cry till the cows come home (to horribly malign that popular idiom) but as another ‘Geneva session’ takes place with the customary trumpeting, a few home…
- Sunday Punch
Geneva air turns frostier for Sri Lanka at UNHRC session
Commissioner warns: Fundamental changes vital to meet challenges When Foreign Minister Ali Sabry strode on Monday morn into Geneva’s UNHRC headquarters at the Palais Wilson to give formal…
- In the National Interest
Reaching out to the diaspora—a welcome move
In political conversations in the country the word diaspora usually evokes negative connotations. To many, the diaspora has only one meaning, namely, the pro-LTTE lobby living abroad who…
- Thoughts from London
Minister Sabry’s promising response to Geneva critics
Foreign Minister Ali Sabry, now operating under still another portfolio, presented a promising riposte to the hard-hitting report on Sri Lanka from the UN High Commissioner for Human…
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Two friends on a handicraft mission
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, it inevitably brought with it much negativity and turmoil. Yet there were many sparks of positivity too as two friends,…
Island inspiration
Sri Lanka hosts int’l commercial arbitration Moot Court competition
Bed linen splashed with family ties and tie dye
A saucy saga of Peppers
In awe of Polonnaruwa
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SEQUEL at the Grand: The Next Best Thing in Colombo
By Sanath Weerasuriya The latest addition to Colombo’s buzzing night life, ‘SEQUEL’ opened its doors last week for all hungry entertainment enthusiasts. SEQUEL at Cinnamon…
Jazz music tour to celebrate 2022 European Day of Languages
Love story with a difference
Goethe film screening is back
Sinhabahu in Borella and Negombo
Here’s a look at Apple’s new iPhone 14 (and a few other things)
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London Buddhist Vihara holds service for late Queen and to bless new King
The London Buddhist Vihara, the oldest Buddhist temple in the United Kingdom started by Anagarika Dhar-mapala…
Dharmapala Day
US Ambassador Chung visits Dewatagaha Mosque, Colombo
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National Defence College graduation ceremony
President Ranil Wickremesinghe was the chief guest at the graduation ceremony of the National Defence College,…
Mid-day meals: Children selected from more than 7000 schools
Seminars to boost A/L students’ morale and prepare for exams
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SEQUEL at the Grand: The Next Best Thing in Colombo
By Sanath Weerasuriya The latest addition to Colombo’s buzzing night life, ‘SEQUEL’ opened its doors last…
