SJB MPs in protest...

SJB MPs staged a protest at the entrance to Parliament today urging the Government to address existing burning issues of general public including issues related to gas explosions. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe  

Kelaniya University signs MOU for new digital marketing degree

The University of Kelaniya signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Ogilvy Digital, the leading digital technology agency in the country to impart its industry expertise and knowledge for the University’s specialised Digital Marketing Degree Programme.

Marijuana dumped into sea...

Packs containing Kerala marijuana (Kerala Ganja) worth over Rs. 80 million are seen floating in the the sea off Madhagal, Jaffna after two suspects were caught while attempted to flee dumping the contraband into the sea. Pix by Romesh Madushanka

Dambulla Giants beat Kandy Warriors

Nuwan Pradeep and Ramesh Mendis took three wickets each as Dambulla Giants beat Kandy Warriors by 20 runs in their LPL cricket played at R.Premadasa International cricket stadium today. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Demanding justice for Priyantha...

At least ten associations staged a silent demonstration outside the High Commission of Pakistan today condemning the heinous attack on Nandasiri Priyantha Kumara in Sialkot, Pakistan and demanding justice for him. Multi-religious leaders were also present at the occasion. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

LPL gets underway

The second edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) tournament got underway yesterday with the first match between Jaffna Kings and Galle Gladiators at R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Ven. Gnanasara in Kanthankudy

Ven. Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thera was warmly welcomed by the Muslim community who gathered at the Badriyah Jumma Mosque.

Distribution despite suspension

The distribution of gas cylinders to the local market was seen in several areas today despite the suspension. Pix by Damith Wickramasinghe

Compensation for gas explosions

The Women’s Movement for Freedom yesterday staged a protest in front of the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) against the recent LP explosions in the country. They demanded a compensation for the victims of the gas explosions. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Blackout triggers panic...

The islanswide power outage experienced yesterday almost brought the country to a standstill with many people finding it difficult to engage in their daily routine. Against this backdrop, the power failure caused massive traffic jam in Colombo and other areas as well. Also, people are seen queued up at filling stations due to fear that power disruption would continue. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Women’s rights movement activists protest at Battaramulla

The Women’s Rights Movement recently staged a protest near the Battaramulla Parliamentary Circle demanding that all women rally to protest against the government which has devastated the people of the country. Pix Damith Wickramasinghe

Ranjan in Court...

Former Gampaha district Parliamentarian Ranjan Ramanayake is leaving the Supreme Court after appearing for the second contempt of court case today.

Against enforced disappearances...

People’s Lawyers, a group of lawyers, who appear for the relatives of those who disappeared staged a protest in Colombo against enforced disappearances.Pix by Pradeep Dilruckshana

Seeking public opinion...

Head of the Presidential Task Force on ’One Country, One Law’ Ven. Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thera, Secretary Jeewanthi Senanayake and its members held a special awareness programme at the Trincomalee Government Agent’s Office seeking public opinion and to accept proposals for a formulation of a conceptual framework unique to Sri Lanka.

Purchasing gas cylinders...

People in Slave Island were seen purchasing gas cylinders after the government’s decision to suspend the distribution of LP gas cylinders due to incident of gas explosions.By Pradeep Dilrukshana

Resolve salary anomalies…

Members of the University Trade Union Joint Center staged a silent protest yesterday in front of the Open University in Nawala over salary anomalies Pix Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

COVID awareness program at Gothatuwa

An awareness program on COVID virus outbreak and the danger posed by new variants was conducted today in Gothatuwa, in Mulleriyawa. It was organised by the Gothatuwa Community Police Division under the guidance of DIG Deshabandu Tennakoon. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Buying expensive veggies...

People were seen purchasing vegetables at Bodhiraja Mawatha in Colombo Fort today despite exorbitant prices Pradeep Dilrukshana

Resolve our issues...

The Health Workers Union Alliance yesterday staged a protest in Colombo over several demands including a salary increase to both private and state sector workers by Rs 10,000.Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

SLAF Aviation Unit depart for MINUSCA

The 7th contingent of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Aviation Unit under the United Nations helicopter deployment in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) departed the country yesterday.

Health professionals in motorcade protest

A motorcade organised by the Federation of Health Professionals was held in Colombo over a number of demands, including salary anomalies. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Provide us with suitable jobs...

Unemployed graduates staged a protest at the Battaramulla Roundabout today (30) demanding that the Ayurvedic Medical Association to recognize their degree and consider providing them with jobs. Pix by Damith Wickramasinghe

STF to plant 3 million jackfruit saplings

Handing over of jackfruit saplings to the Special Task Force (STF) under ’’Herali Peraliya’’ program was held under the patronage of STF Commandant DIG Waruna Jayasundara. Accordingly, Ven Anandawansa Thero of Panadura handed over 1,000 jackfruit saplings to the STF. The STF planing to plant 03 million jackfruit saplings at STF camps across the country.

SL wins award at CISM World Military Wrestling Championship

The Sri Lankan Team under the leadership of Air Commodore Udula Wijesinghe was adjudged as the winners of the “Fair Play Award” at the recently concluded 35th CISM World Military Wrestling Championship held in Teheran, Iran.

New learning software introduced...

Abans PLC launched a learning software called ’Study Buddy’ where school children could access all education material without any obstacle such as limited internet access. Officials of Abans PLC were present at the launch. The software was given free of charge to 200 school children. Pix By Pradeep Dilrukshana

SJB MPs complaint over LP gas cylinders

A group of parliamentarians of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya lodged a complaint with the Sri Lanka Standards Institution to inquire into the composition of the LP gas cylinders in the market. SJB MPs J. C. Alawathuwala, Mujibur Rahman, Hector Appuhamy, Dilip Wedarachchi, Sujith Sanjaya Perera were present at the occasion.  pix Damith Wickramasinghe

Business World International Awards Ceremony

The “2020 Business World International Awards Ceremony” organized by the Business World International organization was held in grand style at the Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo on Sunday.

CMC workers against extending retirement age...

The Colombo Municipal Council Workers Union staged a protest at Municipal Grounds today against the proposal to extend the retirement age of state sector workers to 65. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Postal Trade Unions protest...

The Postal Trade Unions today staged a protest in front of the Postal Head Quarters in Colombo, demanding Rs. 10,000 additional payment to cope up the spiralling cost of living and against employee repression. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Booster shot for 60+ at IDH

The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine was administered as a booster shot to all those above the age of 60 years at the Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH). Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi