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Dr. A.T. Ariyaratne: Champion of the cause of grassroots masses

Sri Lanka, April 21 -- Sarvodaya Shramadana Movement of Sri Lanka founder Sri Lankabhimanya Dr. A. T. Ariyaratne, passed away at the age of 92 while undergoing treatment in a hospital last week. Born ... Read More


2025 West Meets East Screenplay Lab Entries now open

Sri Lanka, April 21 -- The West Meets East Screenplay (WME) Lab, an integral part of the Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF), offers filmmakers from South Asia one of the greatest opportunities t... Read More


Begin your Dhamma journey today

Sri Lanka, April 21 -- Following are excerpts from an interview with Theravada bhikkhu Ven. Ajahn Suchart Abhijato Maha Thera of Thailand. The Maha Thera is well known across the globe for his effecti... Read More


A beacon of excellence celebrates 170 years

Sri Lanka, April 21 -- The history of St. Anthony's College, Kandy is a remarkable tale of resilience, dedication, and excellence. This prestigious institution's journey began in the 19th century and ... Read More


Palitha Thewarapperuma: a people's politician

Sri Lanka, April 21 -- On Friday, the Mathugama town wore a sombre atmosphere, with every household adorned with a white flag and residents appearing mournful. In a departure from the usual criticism ... Read More


Sri Lanka's economy and debt restructuring: key points

Sri Lanka, April 21 -- Following the economic downturn in Sri Lanka last year, the initiation of debt restructuring became essential in light of the country's economic collapse. The question remains, ... Read More


Heroism and dedication amidst the carnage

Sri Lanka, April 21 -- It is now exactly five years since the terror attacks on Easter Sunday 2019 which shocked the country to its very core. In a country that has not experienced a bomb explosion in... Read More


Economic freedom for New Year; plaudits for President

Sri Lanka, April 21 -- President Ranil Wickremesinghe was in Nuwara Eliya on the eve of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. He has been visiting Nuwara Eliya with First Lady Prof. Maithree Wickremesinghe ... Read More


Country will be fully stable in three years - Sagala Ratnayaka

Sri Lanka, April 21 -- The following is an interview with Sagala Ratnayaka, Chief of Staff to the President and Senior Advisor to the President on National Security, at the Presidential Secretariat in... Read More


India-Sri Lanka land bridge: a golden opportunity

Sri Lanka, April 21 -- Ancient texts such as the Mahabharata and Valmiki's Ramayana chronicle accounts of Rama crossing a bridge constructed by Hanumanta to save Sita from King Ravana's abduction. His... Read More