Two monks of the Kotte Raja Maha Viharaya were stabbed to death by an unknown gang at the temple premises late last night. Seen here are the monks and residents of the area having a discussion about the incident. Pic by Waruna Wanniarchchi
Private sector employees of all leading Private companies staged a protest at the Nelum Pokluna Mawatha this afternoon. Employees from various companies are pictured here protesting the impending resolution to be presented at the UNHRC in Geneva shortly. Pix by pradeep pathirana
Protecting the Motherland organization held a protest march against the US sponsored resolution which is to be presented in Geneva. They protested in front of the British High Commission where they handed over a petition. Politicians, businessmen and prominent individuals representing various field participated in the protest march. Pic by Nisal Baduge
The South Asian Urbanization Knowledge Platform was held today at the Cinnamon Grand hotel in Colombo. Secretary of Defense and Urban Development Gotabaya Rajapaksa the chief guest of the event is seen here in conversation with the Mayor of Colombo and other dignitaries. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
An ‘Adishtana Pooja’ was held today at the Vihara Mahadevi Park to protest against the US sponsored resolution presented to the UN Human Rights Council. The National Organization to Protect the Country organized the event which was represented by leaders of all religions and people from all communities. Pic by Kushan Pathiraja
Chairman of the Joint Chief of Staff Committee in Pakistan, General Khalid Shameem called on Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Air Chief Marshal Roshan Gunathilake today at the Joint Operations Headquarters, BMICH. The Pakistani General arrived to the island on Sunday and will stay in Sri Lanka till Thursday. Pix By Pradeep Dilrukshana
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SLTB employees today expressed joy after the Transport Ministry announced that they would receive a wage increase and other benefits due to them. SLTB employees who were on strike since Tuesday called it off today after the Ministry’s announcement. Pic by Kushan Pathiraja
A protest campaign organized by the Nabaviyyah Islamic Youth Organization marched along the Galle Road yesterday against the US and western countries’ interfering with the internal affairs of SL. Later they handed over a letter to the US embassy in Colombo condemning the conspiracy against SL. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) held its 13th annual cycle race. 145 persons participated in the cycle race. The first stage started this morning from the SLAF Headquarters and ended up in front of Palawiya National School in Puttalam. The first stage covers 147 kilometers. The first three places went to the SLAF. Pix by Hiran Priyankara Jayasinghe
People lining up at the Osusala (SPC) outlet in Town Hall, Colombo to obtain medicine free-of-charge. All Osusala outlets will issue medicines free-of-.charge for prescriptions as part of a relief programme organized by the Health Ministry to minimize inconvenience caused to the public following the strike by the paramedical staff at government hospitals. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
A rally was organized by the National Freedom Front (NFF) led by Minister of Construction, Engineering, Housing and Common Amenities Wimal Weerawansa at Hyde Park under the topic of protecting the peace achieved while defeating western conspiracies and their operations. Pix by Pradeep K. Pathirana
The colourful festival of Holi is usually celebrated in late-February or early-March has an ancient origin and celebrates the triumph of 'good' over 'bad'. The colorful festival bridges the social gap and renews sweet relationships. On this day, people hug and wish each other 'Happy Holi'. Pic by Manoj Ratnayake
Royal declared their first innings on 413/9, with a lead of 88 runs, on the second day of the 133rd Battle of the Blues encounter a short while ago. For Royal Kumarasiri top scored with 127. The Thomians are due to start their second innings. Tomorrow is the third and final day of the match. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
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