Northern train services resume

Massive crowd at Vijay’s first political meeting

Indian actor Thalapathy Vijay has made his official entry into politics with the launch of his new party, Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam. The inaugural event was held on October 27 in Vikravandi, Tamil Nadu, drawing large crowds of enthusiastic supporters.

Expand cultivation with increased subsidy

Paddy farmers in the Gampaha district are gearing up to expand their cultivation during the Maha season. They said the government’s increase in the fertiliser subsidy has been a motivating factor, encouraging them to make the most of this support to enhance paddy production in the area. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

100 Years of Old Boys’ Day

In celebration of the ’100 Years of Old Boys’ Day,’ the Old Boys’ Association of Sri Sumangala College, Panadura, organized a series of events on Sunday (27).

At election meeting in Negombo

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe engaged in conversation with UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene, and former MPs Nimal Lansa and Lasantha Alagiyawanna during an election meeting in Negombo. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Russell Arnold’s 51st birthday

International cricket commentator Russel Arnold celebrated his 51st birthday at the Elephant Shelter of the Sri Dalada Maligawa, surrounded by elephants and mahouts. The event earned warm praise from Indian cricket fans.

Heightened security for Chabad houses

STF, Air Force and police personnel have been deployed outside Jewish prayer centres known as ’Chabad Houses’ in Colombo, in light of the reported threat to Israeli nationals in Arugam Bay. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Lankapak at BMICH

Man’s best friend...

PET bottle collection bins installed

Security tightened at Arugam Bay

Johnston arrested...

Former Minister Johnston Fernando arrested today by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) after he was produced in the Fort Magistrate. He arrived at the CID last morning to provide a statement regarding a BMW allegedly owned by him, which was found unregistered and parked at a star-class hotel in Colombo. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

No dearth of tourists…

Coconuts at Rs.120 each

UNRC meets Prime Minister

Namal holds election meeting in Kotte

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser, MP Namal Rajapaksa, held an election meeting in Kotte yesterday regarding the upcoming general election.Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Protect natural resources

Annual Vas ceremony at IIT

Buddhist monks walking with lanterns in hand as they make their way to the main hall for the Dhamma sermon during the Annual Vas ceremony held recently at the International Institute of Theravada (IIT) in Karuwalagaswewa, Anamaduwa. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Protect elephants' right to life, freedom

The All Animal and Transhumance Organization held a protest at the Technical Junction, urging the government to protect elephants’ right to life and freedom, as they are dying prematurely due to train accidents and human activities. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

Enjoying beauty of Golden Temple...

Larger groups of tourists are visiting the sacred Golden Temple in Dambulla these days. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Education Fair at BMICH

Students who have completed their general and advanced levels now have the opportunity to pursue higher education in various fields at top international universities. This opportunity is available at the ’’Education Fair’’ being held at the BMICH, Colombo, from 10 am until October 20th. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

India recognizes Pali as classical language

Colouring ceremony...

The colouring ceremony of the newly constructed seven-story building and the 105-foot-tall Bhadrasana Buddha statue was held today at the Weluwanaramaya International Buddhist Center in Ragama. The ceremony took place under the patronage of the Chief Incumbent, Ven. Waduruppe Nagitha Thera. Alongside the colouring ceremony, a blood donation campaign was also held. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Vap Poya observed at Kelaniya

Devotees at the Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya are seen participating in religious observances on Vap Full Moon Poya Day, which falls today. A child is seen offering a flower to a foreign visitor at the temple. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Who is the best!

The 45th National Conference of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) was held at the Monarch Imperial Hotel in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte. Former presidents of the institute attended the event and shared their experiences from their respective tenures. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Winds, waves damage boats on Southern coast

Navy assists transfer of sick fisherman

The Sri Lanka Navy rendered assistance to bring ashore a sick fisherman, who was aboard a local multiday fishing trawler on the high seas south-west of Sri Lanka, about 881 nautical miles (1,631km) off Dondra.

Meenagaya derailed...

The Meenagaya intercity express train derailed between Colombo Fort and Maradana railway stations this morning, causing delays to train services. Photo by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe.

Is this where aliens are hiding?

Floods in Gampaha...

Most of the areas in Gampaha District are under water due to the heavy rains during the past few days. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja