The reason for tamils (and even some muslims) for rejecting to learn Sinhala (or pretend not to know Sinhala) has roots in 19th century British rule.

The Brits brought down loads of Malabars from India to do labour work in …

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID),National Democratic Institute (NDI),National Endowment for Democracy (NED), and International Republican Institute (IRI) have actively collaborated with the Parliament of Sri Lanka to enhance democratic governance, strengthen legislative processes, and promote civic engagement.…

The 2022 aragalaya was led on the premise that the Rajapakse’s were responsible for Sri Lanka’s economic crisis. That “revolt” led by Cardinal & heads of the Church was responsible for tax payers coughing up Rs.1.22billion in damages to …

The article stresses the importance of prioritizing national security in managing refugee migration, particularly focusing on the role of navigators. These individuals, who facilitate migration, may be connected to criminal or extremist groups. Authorities must closely monitor their activities …

(Excerpted from Memories of 33 years in Parliament by Nihal Seneviratne)

On July 29, 1987 President J. R. Jayewardene signed the controversial Indo-Lanka Peace Accord with Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi of India in Colombo. Most observers take the view that …

Former Sri Lankan ambassador to the UN & China Dr. Palitha Kohona said on Monday (16) that his country placed in a strategic location in a geopolitical map has its own share of challenges and opportunities.

He made these comments …

The former Army Commander and Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Shavendra Silva, has officially retired from the service today (31), concluding a remarkable 41-year career dedicated to safeguarding Sri Lanka’s security and sovereignty.

A formal ceremony marking his retirement …

Does Anura Kumara Disanayake have a vision for the Nation. Did those who voted, vote because they thought he had a vision for the Nation? Is JVP really the “Marxist” party it labels itself to be? These questions, can be …

With the world forming a global village, it is natural for nations to foster bilateral relations & partnerships. However, when one’s own people are languishing in poverty & could well do with some support of one’s own government, how fair …

It has been reported that President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is due to visit India during the latter part of December. He and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are expected to have talks on grant assistance projects from India, debt restructuring, …