By Jude Roshan Muthukuda In the past, villagers would leave a portion of their harvest for the birds. However, in the present, the bond between humans and the environment has broken. With global development, humans have begun encroaching on nature. Decades ago, people carried woven bags or cane
Shehan Lakshitha In recent times, consumers in Sri Lanka have increasingly turned to digital marketplaces for purchasing goods. The decision to shop within a given society is influenced by socioeconomic capabilities and cultural motivations. However, this emerging trend has brought both positive impacts and challenges. Similar to many countries worldwide, Sri Lanka has
Challenges Faced in the Personality Development of Children In Sri Lanka, the large number of people seeking employment abroad has made the absence of parental care a significant social issue. It is timely to discuss the challenges faced by the children of parents who migrate for foreign employment in their personality development, as well as […]
Deepa Kumudu Prisoners are detained in custody due to suspicion of engaging in unlawful activities or those convicted of crimes. However, after being imprisoned, it is essential to safeguard their mental well-being, health, and the rights they are entitled to as detainees within the legal framework. This includes minimizing the imbalances they face when reintegrating […]
Satheeshna Kawishmi Social welfare and child protection services in Sri Lanka are key support organizations that work towards improving the living conditions of women and children. However, if the challenges and social issues faced in these sectors are not identified and timely policies and actions are not implemented, it can have a significant impact on […]
By Praneeth Asanka Introduction In a society that prides itself on diversity, the role of women in promoting social cohesion and peace is both crucial and frequently underrepresented. For Sri Lanka to progress toward a more inclusive society, recognizing and empowering the contributions of women across different sectors is essential. This article explores how women
Kamal Siriwardene The Constitution of Sri Lanka grants protections and rights to its citizens, yet we, as a nation, still face the tragedy of these rights not being enforced for certain communities living within our society. While there should be a pause in the various forms of violence and humiliating treatment directed toward these communities, […]
Sunil Thennakoon Working in the cashew industry is not as easy as eating cashews. Although it can be highly profitable, the cashew industry is currently facing a challenging situation. It isn’t easy to source the quantity of cashews needed for local consumption within the country. To address the severe cashew shortage, cashew farmers are being […]
Harsha Sugathadasa Minister Bandula Gunawardena mentioned a few months ago that the Sri Lanka Railway Department had managed to reduce expenses and increase revenue over the past year. According to him, the department successfully reduced its expenses from Rs. 48 billion to 42 billion, while revenue increased from Rs. 2.6 billion to 11.6 billion. Despite […]
Waste control tax proposed on health sector Aruna Lakshman Fernando We still remember the headline-catching public protests when the Colombo Municipality tried setting up urban garbage recycling centres at a distance from the crowded metro region. The city authorities were seeking a solution to their mounting, highly polluting, garbage dumps, but the