IMF deal: We have a rigorous dose to be taken, otherwise country will slip back - Prof. Rohan Samarajiva

Leading economist Prof. Rohan Samarajiva, who is also chair of LIRNEasia, spells out the way forward for the country in the aftermath....

Peaceful protests and freedom of expression including calls for a leader to quit office are entirely legitimate -EX BASL President Saliya Peiris PC

President’s Counsel, Saliya Peiris, immediate outgoing President of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL),

Harsha urges Government to discuss plan ahead

Opposition MP Harsha de Silva, in response to the President’s speech on the IMF agreement, said that he was relieved that the Government had finally obtained the approval of the IMF Board for the USD 3...

“Know that women are a force to be reckoned with” - Ameena Musthapa

Being a woman means wearing too many hats; where it be being a mother, a career woman, a housewife or a social worker. The roles are many and all come with an unending list of challenges which only....

Close and seamless relationship

Ever since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in 1948, the two countries have maintained a close, cordial, and....

“ Energy companies should share their profits with badly affected countries.” - Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Dr. A. K. Abdul Momen

Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Dr. A. K. Abdul Momen who was in Sri Lanka in view of the 75th Independence Day celebrations speaks to Daily Mirror on the current status of bilateral ties, way forward....

Country can be developed based on socialist policies in the long run - Bimal Ratnayake

Bimal Ratnayake, a stalwart of Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), in an interview with DailyMirror, responds to questions on elections, and their policies.....

Freebie politics, anti-corruption rhetoric won’t resolve current crisis

Colombo District MP Patali Champika Ranawaka who heads the 43rd Brigade shares his views on the present political situation, local government elections and economics in response to questions directed at him by Dailymirror. Excerpts of the interview:

“I handed over a peaceful country to set out on a journey of hope and prosperity” - Maithripala Sirisena

The had a candid interaction with former President Maithripala Sirisena on his presidency, up and downs of his political

Spotlight on Seruwila gold deposit GSMB officials alleged of Malpractices

Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) receives 7% as royalty in mineral exploration. This royalty should be paid to the Department....

“If we’re to forgive, those who committed abductions should come forward and apologise” - Sandya Ekneligoda

Sandya Ekneligoda, wife of missing journalist Prageeth Ekneligoda, has been fighting a lone battle for 12 long years to seek justice for her husband. In January 2022, Sandya made a vow to Goddess Kali....

“Sri Lanka’s economic recovery challenging and the Netherlands is ready to help’’ - Ambassador

The Ambassador of the Netherlands Bonnie Horbach responding to questions posed by the Daily Mirror and shared her views on bilateral relations covering areas such as the island’s economic crisis, women rights....

“I think that Sri Lanka is far enough out of the economic crisis” - Jennifer Jones Rotary International President

“Imagine a world that deserves our best where we get up each day knowing that we can make a difference,” says the first female.....

“America, West interfering in internal problems of Iran” Iranian Ambassador Hashem Ashjazadeh in conversation with the Daily Mirror sheds light on the current civil protests in Iran

The Islamic revolution in Iran, in 1979 saw the overthrow of the US and British-backed Shah (Monarch). Since its founding, the Islamic Republic of Iran has been in conflict with the US and Britain. Th

Time to make the Sri Lanka Army leaner and meaner

Colombo, November 14: Scholars have pointed out that Sri Lanka has an Army far too big for its size and population, and has a military that i

“Funds taken for Development gone missing”

Everyone believes that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is the only solution to overcome the prevailing economic crisis in Sri Lanka.

GR weak in decision-making– Prof. Charitha Herath

The appointment of the new Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) was shrouded in controversy after former Chairman, Prof. Charitha Herath was overlooked by the ruling party when nominating the new members.

‘Fuel industry has to be regulated to win public’s trust’ - PUCSL Chairman Janaka Ratnayake -

From announcing the countrywide hourly power cuts to increasing the electricity tariffs in places of worship, from monitoring the purchasing....

“I’ll try to bring investors to Sri Lanka” – Erik Solheim

Eric Solheim played a critical role in Sri Lanka as peace negotiator during the civil war. Solheim returned to Sri Lanka at the invitation....

PPP model better option for public enterprises with strategic importance- German expert

Andreas Hergenröther, a German economic expert with speacial knowledge about Asia, shares his insights on the merits of Private Public Partnership (PPP) models for Sri Lanka to revive the economy. He underscores...

We should strive to be self-sufficient thus ensuring food security: Mahinda Amaraweera

The World Food Programme estimates that 6.3 million people in Sri Lanka, which is more than 30 per cent of the country’s total population,

“Government must set up a Social Safety Net” - Dr. Harsha De Silva -

Former minister and Colombo District SJB Parliamentarian Dr. Harsha De Silva, one of the top economists in Parliament and also the Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance, in an interview with the Daily Mirror discussed

The ‘2500 year Buddhist culture’ concept has dragged SL towards bankruptcy - SJB MP Diana Gamage

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) national list Parliamentarian Diana Gamage made headlines for several of her controversial statements.....

‘‘Enthusiasm, comfort level of Chinese investors diminished in recent months’’

However, like in any relationship, we need to be constantly sensitive to each other’s concerns and work on improving it. Today China is the second biggest economy in the world and, as a member of the UNSC, P5

Invisible hand controlling the SLPP - Prof. G.L Peiris

The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) came out with a bang when it was formed and eventually grabbed power. However, the alliance recently.....

I was not trying to run away - Dhaniz Ali

September 9 marks five months since the protest campaign to oust the then President Gotabaya Rajapaksa began at Galle Face. Tear gas and water.....

The next aragalaya  will take the form of a guerrilla battle: Ranjan Ramanayake

Former parliamentarian Ranjan Ramanayake was imprisoned for a period of one year and seven months following his remarks on alleged corruption among lawyers. He was released on August 26, 2022,

People who were in the Aragalaya without any political agenda were not harmed - Manusha Nanayakkara

Manusha Nanayakkara, the minister of labour and foreign employment, made a welcoming decision to amend the labour laws....

We must learn to survive - Hiran Cooray

The tourism industry was one of the biggest foreign exchange earners in Sri Lanka. However, since the Easter Sunday attacks in 2019....

“The Argalaya must win for the system to change” -Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka

Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka recently said in Parliament that he and his party would join a final battle to remove corrupt rulers from power on August 9. However Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) disassociated itself from Fo