India strengthens position in Sri Lanka vis-à-vis China
In the 1980s, India was calling the shots in Sri Lanka, cashing in on its mediatory and interventionist role in the ethnic conflict that wracked the island. But New Delhi’s relevance receded after the Read More »
Donating blood is an act of solidarity
World Blood Donor Day is celebrated every year on 14 June, marking the birthday of the scientist Karl Landsteiner, who discovered the main blood groups. Throughout the world, approximately 118.5 milli Read More »
LPG crisis: New supplier ignites controversy, no shipment yet
Relief for consumers of domestic cooking gas remains out of reach as Litro Gas Lanka Ltd. last week said the next shipments of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) were only expected to arrive within the fir Read More »
Fuel crisis: Black market operations thrive amidst shortages
Concerns about fuel scarcity and what the future may hold have seen many hoard petroleum products, giving rise to a lucrative black market, while sustaining adequate supply seems to remain out of the Read More »
Yala cultivation: Farmers warn of rice and vegetable shortages
Somapala, a father of three and a paddy farmer in the southern District of Hambantota, is eagerly awaiting the delivery of fertiliser, as he had commenced cultivating his paddy land this Yala season d Read More »
Rice prices: MRP undermined by stock shortages?
Following the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) setting a Maximum Retail Price (MRP) for rice with effect from 10 June, which many stakeholders regard as a commendable move, questions arise as to wheth Read More »
Early General Election: A question of will over ways?
Amidst calls for a Parliamentary Election to be held, experts opine that Sri Lanka is both financially and socially ready for a General Election, which is expected to bring about the stability and cre Read More »