In a wide-ranging conversation, Bahiyyih Nakhjavani reflects on the unsettled nature of identity, the limits of historical truth and the moral responsibility of writing about people who can no longer speak for
by Our Political Affairs Editor Deepthi Kumara Gunarathne, the founder of the X-Group, stands at the crux of a tumultuous and increasingly fractured Sri Lankan political sphere. His journey, marked by betrayal,
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by Luxman Aravind When President Anura Kumara Dissanayake delivered his Christmas message in 2024, likely drafted with the assistance of a language model (LLM) by one of his aides, few could have
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The JVP-led NPP government has decided against granting service extensions to current commanders of the Army, Navy and Air Force, as well as any other officer scheduled to retire on 31 Dec.,
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Elon Musk’s tech-driven approach to immigration has sparked a clash with Donald Trump’s grassroots supporters over the issue of foreign workers in Silicon Valley. Musk, CEO of Tesla and a significant backer
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The Norwegian royal family has spoken out about the abuse allegations against Marius Borg Hoiby, the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, and revealed that they have sought “professional help” following what has
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After four years of civil war in Myanmar, India has quietly changed its policy towards the Junta from one of total and unfailing support following its coup against democracy to one of
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Editorial Today marks the 160th anniversary of Sri Lanka’s railway system, a milestone that should be recognised as a reflection of the nation’s potential for progress and development. However, this anniversary serves
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by Our Cultural Affairs Editor Somewhat moderate and well-balanced among the Western mainstream media spectrum, which often manipulates narratives to propagate its interests, Financial Times maintains a reputation for quality content. However,
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Editorial The demise of Dr. Manmohan Singh at the age of 92 signifies the conclusion of a pivotal chapter in the chronicles of Indian politics and economics. As a leader of remarkable
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“You have the complete right to convince any truth as a lie and any lie as a truth. That is your democratic right. You have the right to see the negative side
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Sri Lankan President Anura Dissanayake expressed interest in joining BRICS in a letter sent to Russian President Vladimir Putin in October, and the country expects a positive response in 2025 to join
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by Luxman Aravind President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is no ordinary political player. His mastery of optics, his ability to engineer public sentiment, and his uncanny skill in turning every action into a
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These days, I feel like I’m suspended in glue, trapped in some kind of nightmarish dream sequence that refuses to end. Our democracy has just been traded away for nothing, sold off
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In the current state of public institutions, there is a pressing need to evaluate the role of meritocracy in appointments and decision-making. Despite various initiatives aimed at improving the performance of these
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In a series of moves to bolster Sri Lanka’s socio-economic development, foreign relations, and administrative efficiency, the Cabinet of Ministers met on December 23, 2024, and approved several key proposals. These decisions
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