Korean ship ’Kwanggaeto the Great’ arrives

The Korean ship ’Kwanggaeto the Great’ arrived at the Colombo Port today. Ministers Nimal Siripala de Silva, State Minister Tharaka Balasuriya, Chief of Defence Staff General Shavendra Silva, Navy Commander Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea in Sri Lanka Miyon Lee, dignitaries of foreign missions and other invitees of the Sri Lankan government were in attendance.

Briefing on Customs progress

A media conference was held at the Sri Lanka Customs headquarters today to brief on the progress achieved by the Sri Lanka Customs. It was chaired by Customs spokesman Sivali Arukgoda. Customs Directors Ranjith Kumarasinghe and Nimal Samarathunga were also present. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Port workers demand salary increment ...

The Port Trade Union’s Collective (PTUC) staged a protest in front of the Khan Clock Tower in Colombo during their lunch break, demanding the government to increase their salaries due to high living costs. They requested a 36-percent salary increment and a Rs. 20,000 allowance. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Ayurveda Health officers in protest…

The All Ceylon Ayurveda Health Services Union (ACAWU) staged a protest in Colombo today over several demands. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

First charter flight welcome

Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) welcomed the first charter flight of a series of charter flight operations of Lot Polish Airlines today operating from the Czech Republic, with 252 international tourists arriving in Sri Lanka. Pictures courtesy - Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited.

SLAF pays tribute to fallen heroes and serving members

The Sri Lanka Air Force conducted its Annual Religious Ceremony and Almsgiving at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth, with Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, the Commander of the Air Force, in attendance. This event was organized to seek blessings for the committed personnel of the Sri Lanka Air Force, both past and present, and to honor the supreme sacrifices made by those who served in the defence of our nation.

SUV flips…

An SUV flipped on its side at Horton Place this afternoon. Several traffic police personnel gathered beside the road.

All set for Jaffna International Trade Fair...

An event was held to brief the media on the ’Jaffna International Trade Fair 2024’, a transformative annual event that will take place from January 19th to 21st, 2024, under the theme ’’Your Gateway to the North, on Tuesday in Colombo. The event is organized by Lanka Exhibition and Conference Services (Pvt) Ltd. (LECS) together with the Chamber of Commerce & Industry of Yarlpanam (CCIY). Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Teachers, principals teargassed

Police fired tear gas and used water cannons at the teachers’ and principals’ union members who staged a protest near Palam Thuna Junction in Pelawatta today. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

In view of Children's Day

An exhibition of paintings was held and new library opened at 181/B, Grama Niladari Piyasa, Thalwatte, Ragama to mark World’s Children’s Day. Several performances were held with the participation of children from the ’Susirith Lama Samajaya’. Pix by Niamalsiri Edirisinghe

Fit for a King!

A charming six-bedroom manor believed to have been a refuge for King Charles II during his escape from the Civil War has hit the market for £3.25million.

In tears over the Gaza catastrophe...

Palestine Ambassador to Sri Lanka Dr. Zuhair M.H. Zaid is seen in tears while discussing the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the civilian deaths by Israeli forces. The Ambassador met religious leaders at the Embassy today who had called on him to offer their condolences over the mounting deaths in Gaza. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Provide sufficient salaries for living...

The Joint Committee of Government Executive Officers’ today staged a protest march from Independence Square to the Public Administration Ministry, demanding the government grant promotions to all parallel executive services and provide sufficient salaries for living. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

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Demand for Rs. 20,000 minimum allowance...

Due to increased electricity bills, fuel prices and the difficulties of bearing the burden of living, the Alliance of Railway Trade Unions today held a protest in front of the railway headquarters, demanding a minimum allowance of Rs. 20,000. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

Celebrating Navaratri festival

The Navaratri festival was celebrated at the Mayurapathi Sri Badrakali Temple Wellawatte yesterday with a colourful ceremony. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

UNP Convention...

The United National Party (UNP) held its convention at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium in Colombo under the patronage of President Ranil Wickremesinghe. The convention also saw the participation of UNP leaders, members and supporters. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Annual Wildlife Photography

The annual wildlife photography and the wildlife art exhibition organised by the Young Zoologists’ Association of Sri Lanka was launched at the National Museum and will be open for public from 9am to 6pm on Saturday (21) and Sunday (22). Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

UNP seniors preparing for party convention

UNP seniors including General Secretary Palitha Range Bandara, Chairman Vajira Abeywardena and Chief Executive Officer Shamal Senarath discuss something while preparations are underway in the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium for the party’s convention which is to be held tomorrow. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

’Techno-2023’

The National Engineering and Technology Exhibition ’’techno-2023’’ was launched today at BMICH, Colombo under the patronage of Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena. The Exhibition will be open from 9 am to 9 pm until October 22nd. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

Shevon Daniel wins Schoolboy Cricketer Award

Sri Lanka Youth Captain and member of the Sri Lanka Emerging Squad Shevon Daniel of St. Joseph’s College, Colombo won the Schoolboy Cricketer of the Year for 2023 at the Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association Under-19 Schools Cricket Awards held at the BMICH in Colombo.

Injured Dasun returns to action!

In the wake of SLC confirming that Angelo Mathews will join the Sri Lanka squad in India, Dasun Shanaka who was ruled out from the team over an injury was seen in a practice session at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow ahead of the game against the Netherlands on Saturday.

Havelock City Mall opens

The Havelock City Mall was opened today by Chairman of the Havelock City Pvt. Limited, Ajith Jayaratne. The Board of Directors of Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC, Pravir Samarasinghe, Mildred Tao Ong, Rohini Nanayakkara and Ben Tao also participated. This international standard shopping mall promises to deliver an unparalleled shopping and entertainment experience, creating an ideal destination for the local community right in the heart of Colombo.

SL journalists call for ceasefire in Palestine...

Sri Lanka Journalists for Global Justice held a protest and handed over a petition to the UN office in Colombo calling for a ceasefire in Palestine, protection of human rights and ending the Israeli occupation in Palestine through a political settlement. Pix by Pradeep Dilruskshana

Demanding to protect elephants...

An environmental organization staged a protest in front of the Colombo Fort railway station today, urging the authorities to take sustainable remedies to save the lives of elephants in Sri Lanka. The demonstrators held banners of elephants that had died recently. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Gaza Hospital Bombing: Tragedy Strikes

Large numbers of injured people are brought into Shifa Hospital in Gaza City after an Israeli attack on the courtyard of al-Ahli Arab Hospital last night. Pix courtesy-Al Jazeera

Sextuplet birth at Castle Street Hospital

A sextuplet birth (five boys and one girl) was reported last Sunday (15) from the Castle Street Hospital for Women, Colombo. All six infants were born between 12.16 a.m. and 12.18 a.m. last morning after a cesarean section.

Stop the genocide...

A protest was held in front of the United Nations (UN) head office in Colombo today, demanding to free Palestine, to stop the genocide and to free all war prisoners. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Break free from IMF grip...

’Youth for Change’ staged a protest in Colombo today over several demands including authorities to repeal Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA). Protestors also urged the government to break free from the IMF grip. Pix Waruna Wanniarachchi

Facing the first hurdle...

The 2023 Grade Five scholarship exam was held this morning. Children were running like birds to their parents near schools this afternoon as the burden of the exams was relieved from their minds. Pix By Kithsiti De Mel