It is no easy task to encapsulate the profound impact that A.I. Marikar had on the development and progress of Sri Lanka’s alternative financial system, commonly known as Islamic Banking and Finance (IBF). A banker by profession having served the Grindlays Bank, Saudi British Bank, Emirates Bank, Middle East Bank and MCB Bank with distinction, Marikar was a teacher, mentor, …

The Foreign Ministers of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, the Republic of Chad, the Union of the Comoros, the Republic of Djibouti, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Republic of The Gambia, the Republic of Indonesia, Republic of Iraq,  the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the State of Kuwait, the Republic …

In a world clouded by misunderstanding, the Jumma Mosque at Kollupitiya (Colpetty) opened its doors to foster clarity, promote connection and provide a deeper understanding of the true essence of Islam. The recent tour of the mosque served as a valuable opportunity to explore Islamic architecture, cultural heritage and the spiritual significance of the sacred space. The programme, conducted under …

The Instagram Parental Supervision App, designed to help parents monitor and guide the online activity of children aged 13 to 16, was officially launched in Sri Lanka today, Digital Economy Deputy Minister Eranga Weeraratne said. In a statement shared on his official Facebook page, Deputy Minister Weeraratne said discussions had been held with tech giant Meta ahead of the launch, …

The Rizvi Junaid Foundation  felicitated As-sheikh Al-Hafiz Dr.M.J. M. Rizmy for successfully completing his doctorate at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, in Riyadh Tropical fruits The felicitation ceremony was held under the patronage of President of the Foundation M.J.M. Rizvi at the Mandarina Hotel, Colombo on Saturday July 19. Deputy Speaker of Parliament Dr. Rizvie Salih was present as …