This is one of the topics that I hate to talk about simply because even I’ve a lot of Muslim friends who I closely associate with.. However, none of them seemed to act violently at any point during which I was with them throughout my good old years. The problem I assume is to be … Continue reading →
It is with great pride that we should mention Mr. Malaka Silva and his father Mervyn Silva’s names as they’ve been such an inspiration for us Sri Lankans since the Rajapakse family came to power. It has been awhile since the latest incident against innocent Malaka Silva spread like wildfire and I wanted to clarify … Continue reading →
Dear All, I’m writing this with a heavy heart, for one of the nicest people that I knew fell ill due to a merciless disease. As we speak, 26 year old Anushka Vishwanath is undergoing treatment for a severe case of Leukemia in Singapore. Two days after diagnosing the illness which suddenly appeared as a … Continue reading →
Needless to say, I had goosebumps after hearing this news. According to a report of Missile Threat, India’s Agni Missile system (Long Range) is said to be targeted at Sri Lanka and that too at strategic locations like Colombo & Hambantota Ports, Katunayake & Ratmalana Airports, Army Headquarters and the Putlam & Kerawalapitiya Power Plants. … Continue reading →
I saw one this morning. Off the coast of Moratuwa/Angulana, was a sight I’ve never seen in my life. Unfortunately the moving train didn’t allow me to take a good shot of the ship. It seemed to be a cargo transporter even though the deck was very much empty. Close to half was under the … Continue reading →
Eleven years of total dominance comes to an end for the fiercest side from the Hill capital as Havelocks SC, who were at the top of the points table secured their chances for the Championship convincingly today. With no doubt considered to be the under dog side, the Park Club lads have lifted themselves up … Continue reading →
This is the Periodic Table of Elements. For a lot of us during school days it was pinned to notice boards, classroom walls and even drawn on top of every wooden table that we sat in. At least a shortened form of it. There used to be a number of short poems made by us … Continue reading →
Whether it is sports or someone walking his dog in the park, the norm is that you will somehow be affected by politics, if by any chance you were born in this crazy part of the world. One latest incident took place at Nittawela grounds last Sunday (12th) when Kandy Sports Club went on to … Continue reading →
Growing up as an infant, then a child, a teenager, and one day a man or woman you become. Along this long road, (which seems very short when you reach the end) there would be some significant ones who would make a difference in your life. Your mother, father, an uncle or teacher who you’d … Continue reading →
Among various religions that we follow in this small country, Buddhism comes on top with about 70% of the total population being followers. The majority tend to be lazy (they do not visit temples even for Poya, No Daham Pasal for kids, etc.) due to lenient laws, which is why nobody even stands up against … Continue reading →
North Western Blacks who emerged as the 1st Leg winners in Kandy, shared the overall Championship with Jaffna Challengers who were lead by Yoshitha Rajapakse yesterday at Police Park after JC beat them 26-17 in the finals. Needless to say, plenty of preparations had been done to pump up the 4 day Rugby Tournament in … Continue reading →
The heading isn’t too dramatic now, is it? Does it remind you of the opening credits of a movie starring our people’s hero Ranjan Ramanayake? I hope not….no disrespect to RR. Your political views + your role as a saviour for thousands of locals desperately seeking help in the Middle East region has inspired me … Continue reading →
As some of you may have collected bits & pieces of this news from here and there, I was too up on my feet trying to get a clear view on the hidden picture behind all scenes. Firstly, let me introduce the cast. Pradeep Kariyawasam – Chairman of National Savings Bank & husband of Shirani … Continue reading →