Ramdas, who worked for many years at Colonial Motors in Union Place, used to live in Polhengoda then. He rode a scooter and used to give me a few rides those days. We have enjoyed each other’s company at gatherings hosted by members of the Sri Lankan film fraternity Ramdas was an old boy of Isipathana College in Havelock Town. …
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October 23rd 2024 is the 76th Birth anniversary of legendary Muslim Congress leader M.H.M. Ashraff. The dynamic lawyer – politician hailing from Eastern Sri Lanka would have celebrated his 76th Birthday ,if he were among the living today. Alas! This was not to be as Ashraff passed away in a helicopter crash on September 16th 2000 just five weeks ahead …
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The advancement of humanity is fuelled by research. Research offers breadth and accuracy in a variety of knowledge areas. Without curiosity and inquiry, development would stall, and life as we know it now, would be very different. Researchers embellish the country and the globe with their scientific inquiries by gathering pertinent data, conducting careful analysis, and making informed decisions. Their …
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Sir Razik Fareed (1893–1984) stands as one of the most distinguished figures in the history of Sri Lanka’s Muslim community. A visionary leader, diplomat, and statesman, he played a critical role in advocating for the rights and development of Sri Lankan Muslims and the broader national interest of the country. His legacy is marked by his tireless efforts to bridge …
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In 1998, standing on the threshold of my legal career, I was a village boy from Kalawewa, fresh from completing my law degree at the University of Colombo. It had been a journey that defied the odds. One out of 200 selected nationwide to study law, I had every reason to be proud, yet as the graduation day drew closer, …
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The 1st Oct marks universal Children’s Day. However we can celebrate every day as Children’s Day by practicing beautiful teachings of Islam associated with the rights of Children. Children in Islam Islam is a religion revealed by God for all people, in all places, at all times. As such, Islam is accessible to everybody and is particularly mindful of the …
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