Nepal’s Fragile Democracy and the Crackdown on Children

The tear gas drifts slowly, almost lazily, before it burns. In Kathmandu’s narrow streets, where vendors usually sell fruit and schoolchildren trail home with worn satchels, the air this week has been carved by

The Death of Traditions? How Globalization is Changing Ancient Practices

Walk through any major city today, and you will see fragments of the world stitched together: sushi bars tucked between Italian pizzerias, Indian yoga classes marketed alongside American fast-food chains, and

Another Success for Tamil Cinema Madharaasi

Madharaasi, a 2025 Tamil-language psychological action thriller directed by A.R. Murugadoss, marks a powerful return for the filmmaker known for blending mass appeal with meaningful storytelling. Produced

Chandra Wickramasinghe Celebrates 50 Years in Tourism

An elegant evening was held recently to celebrate Chandra Wickramasinghe’s 50 years in Sri Lanka’s tourism industry, bringing together longstanding partners, colleagues, and well-wishers to mark the

Sri Lankan Brand Expands to Australia and Joins the Australian Fashion Council

On Saturday, September 6, the fashion world marked a defining moment as internationally acclaimed Sri Lankan designer Amilani Perera unveiled her latest collection, Kahawanu, at the grand opening of her pop-up store on Chapel Street in South Yarra, Melbourne.

Fashion’s Eternal Return

Polka dots are back. Again. Animal prints? Honestly, did they ever even leave? This is like the 20th time, give or take that I’ve watched these same “trends” reappear in my years in fashion.

The Truth That Came Too Late: A Mother’s FGC Testimony

Disclaimer: This story contains graphic descriptions of female genital cutting practices. It is based on a real survivor’s account and her mother’s testimony, shared with full consent. Names have been changed to protect their identity.

ELOCUTION IN SRI LANKA: ART FORM OR ACADEMIC RACKET

In many Sri Lankan homes, there exists a quiet desperation, the urgent need to “speak proper English.” Not just any English, mind you.