President at Kotagala May Day rally

President Ranil Wickremesinghe participated in the Ceylon Workers’ Congress May Day rally in Kotagala where he announced that the daily wage of plantation workers has been increased to Rs. 1,700. Pix by Ranjith Rajapakse

Special trains bring UNP supporters for May Day rally

United National Party (UNP) supporters paticipating in the May Day rally today were transported to Colombo by special trains. UNP chairman and former Minister Vajira Abeywardene joined then from Ahangama. Two more special trains operate, one from Beliatta and another from Galle, to provide trainsport to the participants of the rally. Pix by D.G. Sugathapala

Do not politicise May Day rallies

The New Labour People’s Organization today staged a protest in front of the Fort Railway Station, demanding the government not politicise the May Day rallies. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Late President Premadasa commemorated

The 31st memorial ceremony of former President late Ranasinghe Premadasa was held today at Aluthkade near his statue. Religious leaders, all family members, Members of Parliament led by Sajith Premadasa, paid their tributes. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Singers arrive from India for National May Day rally

A group of singers from India arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) yesterday (April 30) to perform in the music concert organized in conjunction with the National May Day rally of the government. Vijay Balakrishnan, Ramya Nagercovil, Daniel Jayaram and Reshma Sundaram are among several other Indian musicians, such as Dharmar Satya Prakash and Nurani Varsha, also scheduled to visit the country today for the concert. Pix by T.K.G

Working to earn their living

Though it is May Day or workers’ day today, people still struggle to earn their living at Colombo Fort. This makes it obvious that everyone who works must do so to make ends meet. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Media felicitated for preserving Jathika Namal Uyana

The electronic and print media in Sri Lanka were felicitated for their efforts in conserving the Jathika Namal Uyana at an event hosted by Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardane at Temple Trees. Pix by Jayamal Chandrasiri

Parties gear up for May Day rallies...

Main parties such as the United National Party (UNP), Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and National People’s Power (NPP) preparing for their respective May Day rallies to be held in Colombo tomorrow. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Lankan students return after showcasing robotic skills

Sri Lankan students from the Burhani Serendib School in Colombo who participated in the International Creativity and Innovation Awards 2024 in Thailand arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) last night. Pix by T.K.G. Kapila

LECS unveils Construction Power and Energy Expo 2024

Lanka Exhibition and Conference Services (LECS) today announced the return of Sri Lanka’s most focused construction, interior products, lighting, power and energy exhibition - the ’Construction Power and Energy Expo 2024’. The Exhibition is scheduled to be held from July 5 to 7 at the BMICH, Colombo. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Lourdes Aurudu Udawa 2024

’Lourdes Aurudu Udawa 2024’ was held recently at the Basilica Church in Tewatte, Ragama. The event was organised by the Church Sunday school. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Protest against Maithri's statement...

Citizens of People’s Struggle staged a protest outside the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) calling for a proper investigation into the statement made by former President Maithripala Sirisena over the Easter Sunday bomb attacks. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Happy Life...

The ’City Pet Animal Hospital’, Pelawatta branch, celebrated their third anniversary of compassionate care and dedication to pets under the theme ’Happy Life’. Several programms such as the rabies vaccination programme, the cats and dogs fashion show and live photo printing, were held to mark the event. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

New Year celebration...

UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene presents prizes to the winners of various competitions held during the New Year celebrations organized by the Awariwatte Night Bazar Traders’ Association together with the Katunayake Police Station yesterday (April 27). Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Exhibition of stamps, coins...

An exhibition of vintage stamps and coins organized by Sri Lanka Independent Philatelic Association was launched yesterday (26) at the Public Library and will be held until Sunday (28). Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

To combat Dengue menace...

As a precautionary measure to control the mosquitoes, the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has taken steps to start fogging and other preventive steps targeting the vulnerable areas in the Colombo municipality.

Police launch motorcycle squadron against underworld

The passing out parade of a team of 100 police personnel who underwent special training at the Katukurunda STF camp to go after criminals operating in the Western and Southern Provinces was held with the participation of Public Security Minister Tiran Alles, IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon, STF Commandant Senior DIG Waruna Jayasundara and the Western Province Senior DIG.

ITC Ratnadipa Colombo declared open

President Ranil Wickremesinghe unveiled the epitome of luxury: ’ITC Ratnadipa Colombo’ - featuring Sri Lanka’s inaugural sky bridge ’AHASA ONE’, soaring 100m above ground. Pix by Pradeep Dilruskshana

Japan grants USD 3 Mn for inland fisheries enhancement

Japan Provides USD 3 million through the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) to strengthen inland fisheries and improve rural livelihoods in Sri Lanka. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

End the plastic era

Civil Society Organizations demands an ambitious Global Plastic Treaty, at Ottawa, Canada. Ahead of the Plastics Treaty negotiations in Ottawa, Canada this week, activists walked in the streets to demand a just Treaty for people and planet free from corporate influence.

Iranian President arrives at Katunayake

Iranian President Dr. Ebrahim Raisi arrives at the Katunayake Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo. He came to Sri Lanka to inaugurate a power and irrigation project and five cooperation agreements were signed between the two countries in the presence of President Ranil Wickremesinghe and President Dr. Raisi. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Iranian president meets with Sri Lankan president

The Iranian President, Dr. Ebrahim Raisi, and President Ranil Wickremesinghe held one-on-one discussions, followed by a bilateral meeting between representatives of both nations at the Presidential Secretariat this eveining. Pix by President Media

Security beefed up

Security in Colombo was beefed up this morning due to arrival of the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Dr. Ebrahim Raisi. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Elephants in search of food...

Wild elephants crossing the road at Tissamaharama in search of food and water in the current dry weather. Some elephants were searching for food amidst the garbage dumped by the people. Pix by Nisal Baduge

A small sweet surprise....

Palu fruit (Manilkara hexandra), which has a unique sweetness, being sold in Colombo on the road leading to Borelasgamuwa. Palu fruit trees usually grow in tropical and temperate forests. Pictures show a person who loves the sweetness of Palu fruits waiting to get some. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Seeking blessings on Bak Poya day

Devotees at the Pillewa Bodhiraja Temple and Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya are seen taking part in religious observances on Bak Full Moon Poya Day which falls today. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Family New Year celebrations

A family New Year celebration was held recently at the Seethawaka Miracle Nature Resort in Avissawella. Several New Year games were held at the resort. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Demanding inclusion into teaching service

Union of All Ceylon School Development Officers March towards Ministry of Education, Battaramulla, demanding inclusion into teaching service. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Pensioners protest...

The Collective of Pensioners’ Associations staged a protest outside the Public Administration Ministry today, advocating for various demands, including the rectification of pension anomalies. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Maldivians in Sri Lanka cast votes

On April 21, 2024, Maldivian expatriates living in Sri Lanka exercised their democratic right by casting their votes in the Parliamentary Election of the Maldives. The polling station, established at the Maldivian High Commission in Colombo, welcomed over 300 Maldivian nationals who had registered to participate in the electoral process. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana