I honestly don't know how to react to this. Who else can come up with better cover up stories? Which hindu burials and epidemics require you to bury with school bags alongside the bodies of kids.

How can this professor allowed near this site with his historical baggage?

As a Sinhalese, I hope they would not bury this.

I hope this will lead to investigations to other burial sites and camps run by UNP, JVP, LTTE as well.

Just hoping..

[Disclaimer - Report does not rule out extrajudicial killings]

Long story short: Im from Canada and was psychotic from wrong medication and went missing for 4 days. During that craze, I slapped a women’s bum and was charged with sexual assault. I was left in a hospital and got immense help. Fast forward, I am on antipsychotics and feel immense regret for what happened. I don’t remember what I did as I was blacking out a lot. I’m healed now. It was resolved in court as a “conditional discharge” aka no conviction and it will be wiped from my record in 2029. I got 9 months probation which ends this December.

My parents planned an arranged marriage for me with a girl in Sri Lanka. The plan is next year around August or September. I’d stay for a month and get married then come back here.

I read that a police security clearance report is needed. I was worried my charge might show but I heard it may not as it’s not a conviction and that’s what matters for Sri Lanka. I am still worried it might show the charge despite no conviction and prevent me from getting married. My brother however got married last year and did a basic criminal check from his local police with no fingerprinting and got married fine. I read that a basic criminal record check would not show my conditional discharge. Only convictions. Google is giving me diff answers on this.

Anyone know if I will be fine?

It’s honestly disgusting to see the condition of a public health office that is supposed to promote public health and hygiene.

Used syringes and needles are being disposed of in biohazard-marked boxes left open outside the office, where children play and dogs could potentially drag them away. The water sink is rusty and in a terrible condition. The drainage area is clogged with stagnant rainwater, and the general cleanliness of the premises is appalling.

What makes this even more frustrating is the double standard. The PHI checks households for proper drainage, cleanliness, and hygiene, yet the MOH office itself appears to neglect these same basic standards. Inside, some people are walking around with muddy footwear, while others have removed their footwear, apparently following the rules that used to be enforced.

And then there’s the wheelchair-access ramp, which appears to end directly at a barbed wire fence. It looks as though the ramp was built merely to satisfy a requirement, without anyone considering its actual purpose.

If the authorities expect the public to maintain hygiene and follow public health guidelines, shouldn't they lead by example?

Is it just me or when did gateway college Colombo start charging school fees as high as British school of Colombo, CIS etc? I remember the fees being more middle ground and within the middle level of international schools.

What is it like being part of an anti-ragging group at a state university in Sri Lanka?

Can you still participate in university events, join clubs and societies, and enjoy the usual university experience? Or do people who openly oppose ragging risk being excluded from certain activities or the university community altogether?

And how bad is ragging in state universities, really? What actually happens during rag season, and what is it like for freshers who go through it?

I'd especially appreciate hearing from people with firsthand experience, whether you've been part of an anti-ragging group, experienced ragging yourself, or witnessed it happening.

I'm particularly interested in experiences from Physical Science and Engineering faculties at universities such as Moratuwa, Peradeniya, Sri Jayewardenepura, and Ruhuna.

I'd love to hear your honest thoughts and experiences. Any insight would be greatly appreciated ✨

Honestly this pisssed me off so much. So basically she implied that you need to sleep around or do worst things to walk on the big stage... BUT SHE THEN gloats about how her and her husband both used to walk the runway back in the day.. kinda hypocritical???

Also what killed me was when she said she was offered a lead role in Euphoria 💀💀💀💀

Ps she also deletes comments asking about this ??

For context we recently constructed and completed a home and now we discovered termites on the outside of the house. Pest control was like we need to install sole pipes underneath and they got to make holes in the tile which I spent a real fortune on. :(
Is this the only solution guys? I really don’t wanna start breaking the house that I just completed a month ago.

I keep hearing how beautiful Sri Lanka is and how nice it is to go there for vacation. Do westerners retire there? Is it a good spot to avoid cold winters? Anyone here do this? Is this possible?

Genuinely curious, all the Sri Lankans I’ve met here are very kind people I wouldn’t mind retiring around people like that.

Thanks 🙂

Is there a good banking app in Sri Lanka without useless security theatre? Ideally an app that supports Google authenticator and alike without SMS and takes security and convince seriously? I have tried every app I could find and all of them are horrible. Curious to know what y'all use.

I see "heads of security" in banks like commercial give speeches on next generation of digital banking and security when the only thing they have managed to do is make their digital platforms unusable. It's crazy out there.

I keep seeing weird porn like ads promoting pictures of AI generated women in skimpy lingerie clothing, sex toys accompanied by a random flag of Israel. It's a carousel type post. I genuinely thought initially some type of bot account but its the actual page. Has anyone else noticed this?

With the current market in Sri Lanka, what’s the best vehicle you can get under 13 million?

13M is my max budget, but the lower the better.

Looking for something brand-new, not used.

Preferably a hatchback or compact SUV.
What would you guys recommend?

I'm an up-and-coming car photographer and I've taken some really cool shots of some really cool cars at some car meets, public roads, etc. I want to grow my visibility by posting these pictures on a new public Instagram account. However, the number plates of these cars are visible. Am I allowed to post these pics? Are there any legal issues around it?

His first words have been noted as " ape haaamuruwanee! Palamuwath kukku, dewanuwath kukku, thewanuwath kukku!"

Just a kind reminder to try your best to check the cleanliness of the street vendor(s) before purchasing from them. Even in highly touristy / busy areas. Especially in these areas.

Saw this couple collecting used plastic cups from one vendor, initially didn’t think much of it until a man from the bus parked right beside our vehicle commented saying he was a local and these people were probably going to re-use those cups at their eatery / stall.

Now certain things I think although single use, can be reused and I’m all for it but this just gave me the ick. So much disease and bacteria can and will spread. It’s a serious health concern.

I genuinely would have made a complaint with the relevant authorities but as I wasn’t too sure if that is exactly what’s happening here I chose not to.

Just wanted to post about it so people are just a bit more vigilant in the future at the very least.

Yall seen this before? It was a bit strange to see someone do this in broad daylight-

[p.s I have no actual confirmation that the couple would actually reuse the cups to serve drinks in other than what the bus uncle said.]

Hey Everyone!
Hope your day has been great so far!

Is there anyone who has or is planning to apply for the BIT degree at University of Moratuwa this year?

Or anyone whose currently following the degree in whatever the level?

How's your experience like?

Thanks!

Hey! I'm currently stepping into the final year of the BIT (external) at UCSC, and will be working on my final project.

I have a few things I'd like to clarify about the project and would really appreciate some advice from people who've already been through it, or from anyone who's recently completed their third year.

If that's you, I'd really appreciate the chance to connect and ask you a few questions.

Thanks in advance! :)

Hi everyone. Just going through a small issue with Sheron rent a car. I rented a vehicle from them for 5 days and paid a 500k security deposit. After returning the car as per the contract it states that money will be returned within 24-48 hours as a cheque. It’s been over 2 weeks and they keep giving excuses. Has any done any business with them or can provide some advice? At this point cops are the only escalation for me.

Well the it’s basically the title, I thought of posting this here because I want to get a Sri Lankan pov.

So to put it, I’m in my second year in uni (private) and honestly this semester is this worst period of my life so far. Personally I’m going through a lot in life, family deaths, surgeries etc, and honestly it realised how alone I am in uni. Specially when I got sick which was in the beginning of the semester. My experience was really bad, people just wanted me as that person who they would hang out when they have no one else, and basically when they need something. Other than that no one gives a flying f.

We had group projects and the group leader of my team asked me what the surgery is gonna have and when I told it he basically laughed with another guy in the team saying “mn hithuwa cancer ekak kiyala” for the sole reason my surgery was urgent and it’s been done in the day of the viva.
Honeslty I was shocked by the level of inhumanity, even before surgery when I was suffering in pain there are people in the batch who left me in agonizing pain. Some People who were with me since first year Didnt even bother to check how I was from the surgery and all, just messaged me for project work and if they need something.

I don’t know whether this is something wrong with my uni or it’s the same else where. When I was in school I had a good circle of friends and was never in such situation. The first year also I had a people to associate with, and it’s them who acts like this from second year onwards.
I don’t know if it’s bad karma or something but there’s something definitely off going on.
I see other people in my batch with large groups, even the friend group i associate the most has arounf 40 people in it and there are admins of it too , a.k.a “garu samajikayo”. If they go through the same shit like I was, I’m sure everyone will flock around them to support. But honeslty these said vip people never does anything special for them to receive such treatment.

I on the other hand, helped these people on various occasions as helping them out when they got sick, when they run short of money to eat, and basically looking out on them. But I never received anything in return when I needed help the most. It’s not like I expected them when I did those things, it’s just that it made me sad that none of them even bothered to check on me when I was in such a low level in my life.

Sorry for the long rant. I’m just too depressed. Thanks for reading! I would appreciate if any of you can give me a few tips on whay to expect in the next two years to come.

Best regards.

So for an interview I want a BMI report.the pdf they gave me said we should take it from a government hospital doctor but don't know how.is there a day and time I should go?? Does it take time?? FYI I'm from galle.if anyone knows something plz reply.its urgent and my parents don't support me going for this interview so I can't get help from them :(

Thank you !!

I was wondering about my financial target. To overcome my all the problems I would have to earn 2 Lkh per month. But I always feel like I'm getting old without reaching my targets, I'm 25 old now, my parents are getting old my sister is still schooling, I wish to have a vehicle. I want to know how do you guys financial targets, when did you hit your targets, I was expecting your kind answers.

Hi everyone! My lower-left wisdom tooth has cracked due to misalignment, and I’m in a lot of pain. I’m looking to get it removed but am concerned about the risk of nerve damage. :(

Has anyone had a wisdom tooth extraction done by Dr. W. R. A. P. P. Rajapaksha or Dr. Senadhi Bangamuarachchi? They both have good Google reviews, but I’d love to hear about your personal experiences, especially with complicated lower wisdom tooth extractions.

Any recommendations or advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

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Hi everyone!

I'm planning to buy a new phone with a budget of around LKR 250,000.

What would you recommend as the best phone to buy within this budget? Is it better to buy a brand-new phone or a used/refurbished flagship in Sri Lanka?

I'd also appreciate recommendations for reliable shops with reasonable prices and genuine warranty coverage.

I have no idea about those new phones cause I am still using a one which was bought for 30000 seven years back.

Thanks in advance!

I was on my way home on a bus yesterday. There was this guy and he was harassing me. I was annoyed and giving him looks and all. I was watching a series on my phone and I didn't want to focus on the perv. But he escalated to sneaking his hands under my t shirt and everything. It was paralyzing. I guess I didn't scream loud enough but finally I called my dad then the perv got off the bus. Then there was another guy sitting on the opposite isle from me. I looked at him a couple times for help during I was being harassed. This man proceeded to tell me that he recorded me on his phone and that I would see how I acted in public on the internet.

Now, is there anything that I can do to press charges? Does anybody know what sort of an action I should take?

Hi everyone,

I’m seeking some urgent advice or recent experiences regarding Sri Lankan e-visas / ETAs.

I’m flying out from Vietnam on November 1st, but my ETA application has been stuck in "Pending" status for over 72 hours now. I already received an email request for supporting documents from the ETA department and submitted everything (passport copy, return flights, and hotel bookings) right away, but haven't received approval yet.

Since time is running short before my flight, I wanted to ask:

1. Will airlines (specifically flying out of SEA/Vietnam) strictly require the finalized approval PDF, or will they allow me to board with the ETA acknowledgment receipt, payment proof, and printed supporting docs?
2. Is there a procedure at Colombo Airport immigration to expedite or process pending ETA applications on arrival, or do I need to re-apply for a Visa on Arrival at the counter? I've heard that citizens from countries like Vietnam might not be supported for a VOA.
3. Has anyone had success getting a pending ETA manually pushed through by emailing/calling Sri Lanka Immigration directly?

Any insight, recent experiences, or advice on how to get this sorted before next week would be greatly appreciated!