Representatives of fishermen’s associations have once again called for greater protection of traditional fishing livelihoods while urging New Delhi to continue diplomatic engagement with Colombo […]
Author: Hansika Jayathilaka
Tamil Nadu Pushes Ahead With Global Investment Drive
CHENNAI: Attracting new international investment remains one of the principal economic priorities of the Tamil Nadu Government, with officials continuing discussions with manufacturers in the […]
Chennai Port Steps Up the Challenge to Colombo
CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu Government is expected to place renewed emphasis on maritime infrastructure as it works alongside the Union Government to strengthen the State’s […]
Southern Expressway Traffic Disrupted After Bus Catches Fire
A bus caught fire on the Southern Expressway between the Welipenna and Kurundugahahetekma interchanges while travelling towards Galle, causing severe traffic congestion. Motorists are advised […]
Hormuz : The World’s Most Dangerous Waterway Is Holding Its Breath
If there is one stretch of water capable of unsettling the global economy almost overnight, it is the Strait of Hormuz. Barely 33 kilometres wide […]
When Government Becomes Its Own Biggest Obstacle
There is an irony that successive governments seldom acknowledge. Every administration promises to reduce bureaucracy. Every administration speaks about efficiency, investment and faster decision-making. Yet […]
Dirty Money Doesn’t Only Corrupt Banks. It Corrupts Nations.
Money laundering is one of those subjects that rarely captures the public imagination. It sounds technical, complicated and best left to bankers, accountants and financial […]
Trust : The One Thing Money Cannot Buy
There are many things that can be purchased. Reputation consultants can polish an image. Advertising can increase visibility. Lawyers can defend a position. Public relations […]
A Week In Politics And Power
There are weeks when Sri Lankan politics appears almost predictable. This was not one of them. Over the past seven days, the country witnessed the […]
The Pitfalls and Pratfalls of Judicial Reform
Why Extending Judges’ Retirement Age Requires More Than Good Intentions There is an important distinction between a pitfall and a pratfall. A pitfall is a […]
The IMF May Save an Economy. Only Growth Saves a Country.
Sri Lanka’s economic conversation has become increasingly dominated by one question: when will the IMF programme end? It is a perfectly reasonable question, but perhaps […]
World Cup 2026 : Spain Crowned Champions After Extra-Time Thriller Against Argentina
Spain were crowned World Cup champions for the second time in their history after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time at the MetLife […]
Spain Win 2026 World Cup To End Messi And Argentina’s Dream
Torres’ extra-time goal secured Spain’s second World Cup title against Argentina. Spain outlasted Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final. Spain’s patient playstyle continued […]
The Drive That Changes Everything
From Parliament to Palace, and then to No. 10 There are few political rituals in the world that carry quite the symbolism of the one […]
Should the State Continue to Grow?
There are few subjects in Sri Lankan politics that attract more applause than expanding the public sector. Announcements of new recruitments are invariably welcomed by […]
Cricket Legend Sir Garfield Sobers Dies Aged 89
Sir Garfield “Garry” Sobers, widely regarded as the greatest all-rounder in cricket history, has died at the age of 89, West Indies Cricket confirmed on […]
Congratulations to Team Galle Face Hotel
Warm congratulations to General Manager Suresh Abbas, Chairman Sanjiv Gardiner, and the entire team at the Galle Face Hotel on achieving recognition as Sri Lanka’s […]
Japan : The Quiet Power That Rarely Makes Headlines
Japan occupies a curious position in international affairs. It is the world’s fourth-largest economy, one of the leading investors across Asia and a technological powerhouse, […]
