Torrential rains cause havoc in many areas

Around 7,649 people belonging to 1,766 families in five districts were reported affected by the inclement weather conditions

First Kumbal Perahera to parade streets of Kandy tonight

The first Kumbal Perahera in the Kandy Esala festival will parade the streets of Kandy tonight (02). The Peraheras of the four Devalas would converge at the Sri Dalada Maligawa in the evening and the Kumbal pro

Yuan Wang 5: India lodges formal concerns with SL

India has formally lodged its concerns with Sri Lanka with regard to a Chinese research vessel which is set to arrive at the Hambantota Port next week, Daily Mirror learns. Sources said that concerns were raised at the “h

Separate lane for bicycle users launched by CMC

The Colombo Muncipal Council (CMC) launched yesterday a pilot programme to allocate a separate lane for bicycle users, as there is a considerable increase in the use of push bicycles due to the current fuel and transport issues. Mayor Rosy Senanayake also took part in the event. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Kap cutting ceremony of Kandy Esala Festival commenced yesterday

Cutting of Kap tree to perform the Kap planting ritual in the Kandy Esala Festival took place in the early hours of last morning

People seen at the vaccination centre at Viharamahadevi park for their booster vaccine

After an announcement from the government about the risk that people may have to face, if they fail to get the COVID vaccines properly as advised by health experts. People are seen at the Army vaccination centre at the Viharam

Gotabaya will return in August: Bandula He is not hiding in Singapore

Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is likely to come back in August according to media reports and if he comes home, the Sri Lankan authorities will provide ample security to him, cabinet spokesman and transport and Highway Ministe

IMF staff level agreement delayed due to unrest by protesters

The World Food Organization Chief who was to visit Sri Lanka last week, put off his visit by a week

Black July 83 commemorated

The 39th anniversary of July 1983 racial riots was commemorated by civil organizations at Galle Face Yesterday.

MP Dinesh Gunawardane sworn in as Prime Minister

President Ranil Wickremesinghe swears in MP Dinesh Gunawardane as the new prime minister of his government.

Issuing fuel using QR code commences

The Government yesterday started a pilot project to issue fuel using a QR Code in six fuel stations in Colombo. The government has decided to distribute fuel seven days a week according to the last digit on the number plates of the vehicles. Pic by Pradeep Pathirana

New President pledges system change

Newly elected eighth President of Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday pledged to address the needs of those who are staging protests calling for a system change and to deal with those lawbreakers who cause destru

Security beefed up around parliament

A safety fence had been erected around the parliament complex with the support of armed forces with a view to protect Parliamentarians who call over to file nominations yesterday. The access road to parliament has been blocked by a safety fenc

Padayatra pilgrims to Kataragama

The first group of “Padayatra” pilgrims from the upcountry journeying on foot to Kataragama to attend the Esala festival on July 29 set off from Samimalai in Maskeliya last morning. They

Galle Face Aragalaya marks 100 days

The protesters at the Galle Face people’s struggle marked 100 days with an assortment of celebrations, including traditional ri

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe was sworn in as the Interim President

Back to how it was....

The people who thronged the Prime Minister’s Office at Flower Road, Colombo, are seen cleaning the premises and surrounding.

Protesters call for pm’s resignation

Scenes at the Prime Ministers Office at Flower Road after protesters forcibly entered the premises yesterday.

Three-pronged battle for presidency

Parliament will take a secret ballot on July 20 to elect the new president

Karu condemns arson attack on Ranil’s residence

Calls for those responsible to be brought before the law

Security forces keep close watch at PM’s burnt private residence

Security tightened at Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe’s private residence at 5th Lane, Colombo 7 after it came under

We will never hinder peaceful protesters But will not tolerate violent or riotous acts today – Police

Police will get support from the tri-forces, STF in adequate numbers to maintain security in the city especially in the mass protest sight

Journos protest against Rajapaksas

Several journalist groups including YouTubers and social media activists led by Sri Lanka Young Journalists’ Associa

Police use tear gas and water cannons to disperse protesters

The police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse the protesters, led by the Samagi Jana Bala (SJB) parliamentarians

Ready to give up if AKD could revive economy within six months: PM

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said yesterday he was ready to step down as the Prime Minister if JVP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake could revive the economy within six months as he claims.

Bicycles now a common sight

A family walks along the road in Pettah, Colombo with their newly purchased bicycle. The sale of bicycles has surged in rec

Pakistan High Commission in Colombo distributes dry rations

The Pakistan High Commission in Colombo organised a programme to distribute dry rations to people who are affecte

People rush to purchase bicycles

People flock in numbers to purchase bicycles as the transport sector of the country has been paralysed due to fuel scarcity. Thi

Sri Lankans in Kuwait donate medical equipment to Castle Street Hospital

Kuwait - Sri Lankan Unity, an association of Sri Lankans working in Kuwait recently donated seven pulse oximeters worth more than Rs 2.5 million to Castle Street Hospital for Women, Colombo 8. The donation was handed over to Dr. L.P.C. Sa

Issuing of tokens begin

The Military was seen issuing tokens to consumers who queued up at filling stations yesterday. Picture shows Air Force p