Bhikku federation faces water cannons

Police used water cannons in attempts to disperse a protest staged by the members of the Inter-University Bikkhu Federation (IUBF) near the Lipton’s Circus in Town Hall today (20).

Hotel Show Colombo 2023 at BMICH

The biggest hospitality event of the year the ’Hotel Show Colombo 2023’ opened today for the public at the Bandaranaike International Memorial Conference Hall (BMICH). The exhibition will be held till Sunday (23). Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Modi meets RW

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today met President Ranil Wickremesinghe in New Delhi.

Silent protest...

The Colombo and Sri Jayawardenapura University Medical students held a silent protest in front of the Health Ministry today, demanding immediate solutions to the shortage of medicinal drugs and equipment and reducing the price of drugs, to prevent the import of drugs that take the lives of patients. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana.

Beach cleaning project...

A team of 50 dedicated staff members of SCS Express cleaned a one kilometre radius of the Mount/Dehiwala stretch of beach. The primary objective of this coastal clean-up was to raise awareness among the public on the importance of improving coastal and ecosystem health to protect marine life from the harmful effects of pollution. Pix by Nimsalsiri Edirisinghe

Renowned architect still attracts visitors...

People visiting the official residence of Geoffrey Bawa who was the most renowned architect in Sri Lanka. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Hatch Cover crushes truck...

A container truck driver was injured when a hatch cover fell on the truck at the Colombo port this morning. The accident occurred while carrying out operations in the ’Jayabahalu’ Terminal. The hatch cover of the ship was accidentally released from the Overhead Gantry Crane when it was lifting the ship.

Give exam rights...

The Inter-University Bhikkhu Federation today held a signature-collecting campaign in front of the Fort Railway Station, demanding the authorities grant the right to appear for examinations to the first-year students of the Buddhist and Pali Universities. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

VIDEO: BIA employees demand salary hike....

Employees of the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) staged a protest this morning over several demands, including a salary hike. About 3,000 employees affiliated to several airport trade unions participated in the protest demanding a minimum salary increase of Rs. 33,000 for all airport employee pay scales. Pix by T.K.G. Kapila

SLAF holds annual Islamic Religious Ceremony

The Annual Islamic Religious Ceremony of the SLAF was held at the Kollupitiya Jummah Mosque this morning. The Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, graced the event as the Chief Guest.

Education Minister meets German MP

Education Minister Susil Premajayantha met German Member of Parliament Ms. Ria Schroder today at the Parliament.

Saara Daham Bima programme held in Bellanvila Rajamaha Viharaya

A Buddhist program titled ’’Saara Daham Bima’’ on the theme Buddhism as a Universal Solution to the World, organized by the South-South Research Initiative was held at the Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya recently under the guidance of Chief Incumbent of the Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya.

Warm welcome to Int’l Boxing Association

International Boxing Association (IBA) President Umar Kremlev, his spouse and the former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Roy Jones Jr visited the country to support the development of boxing in Sri Lanka. They were warmly welcomed at the Mount Lavinia Hotel. The first international will be hosted in September and October this year. The event was organized by Sri Lanka Boxing Federation President Dian Gomes. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Asian Athletics champions return

The victorious team of athletes who won medals at the 25th Asian Athletics Championship in Bangkok, Thailand, arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) last night. Pix by T.K.G. Kapila

BIA welcomes 100,000th Russian tourist

A special ceremony was held at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) this morning for the marking of the arrival of the 100,000th Russian tourist.

SL placed 4th at Asian Athletics Championships

Sri Lanka finished in the fourth place on the medal table of Asian Athletics Championships with three Gold medals, two Silver medals, and three Bronze medals.

Bus turns turtle...

A Colombo-bound private bus from Badulla veered off the road and toppled at Demodara in Ella on the Badulla-Colombo road.

’’The Wedding Show”

The Wedding Show, which covers all areas of the bridal industry providing a comprehensive variety of bridal suppliers from Sri Lanka was launched yesterday at the BMICH. This exhibition will be held until Sunday (16). Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

‘Superstar’ Rajinikanth in Sri Lanka

South Indian superstar Rajinikanth arrived in Sri Lanka on SriLankan Airlines flight UL-122 from Chennai, India today for a transit. He was warmly welcomed at the VIP terminal.

Sinopec inks agreement with BOI

Sinopec Energy Lanka (Pvt) Ltd China and the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI) have signed an agreement on July 14, 2023 to operate and set up fuel stations for distribution in Sri Lanka. Sinopec has invested $100 million in the project, which includes the import, storage, and sales of fuel. The project will involve 150 privately-owned fuel outlets currently operated by the Petroleum Corporation. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Protesters demand resignation of Health Minister

Citizens of the People’s Struggle today staged a protest outside the Ministry of Health demanding the resignation of all officials including the Health Minister. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Thank you for visiting me…

Tourism Minister Harin Fernando and former cricketer Sanath Jayasuriya, who are currently in Australia for a tourism promotion event, met Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunatilleke in Sydney.

Mrs. India Inc. 2023 Beauty Pagent

A media briefing was held today to introduce the Mrs. India Inc. 2023 Beauty Pageant. This pageant will be held in Sri Lanka for the first time on an international stage. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Second stage of Deegawapiya Stupa restoration inaugurated

The second stage of the Deegawapiya Stupa restoration project was launched by placing a symbolic Stupa brick by Defence Secretary Kamal Gunaratne at the Deegawapiya premises.

Wondering if we’re really alone...

To take a UFO case seriously, scientists want multi-sensory data: eyewitnesses, radar, heat data from thermal imaging, video, photos and more recorded from multiple angles on different kinds of hardware. (Daily Mail)

Island in Kalpitiya gets new Church

The newly constructed Velankanni Church in Uchchamuni, an island in Kalpitiya, is to be declared open on July 22, 2023. Some of the inhabitants in the island are preparing the premises for the opening by engaging in cleaning activities. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Against debt restructuring process...

A protest organised by the United Trade Union Alliance was held in front of the Labour Ministry at Narahenpita against the government’s decision to involve the EPF in the debt restructuring process. Pix by Pradeep Dilruskshana

To defeat 'Aswesuma'...

Members of the National Organization Against Destroying Samurdhi staged a protest in front of the Fort Railway Station, demanding the government to stop introducing the Aswesuma welfare programme. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Don’t touch EPF, ETF …

The port employees yesterday staged a protest near the Khan Clock Tower in Pettah against the alleged move by the authorities to meddle with the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) and Employees’ Trust Fund (ETF) through the recently approved Domestic Debt Optimisation plan. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Stay away from EPF, ETF...

Port employees staged a protest today outside the Colombo Port against the moves, they claim, are to loot the EPF and ETF. Pix by Nisal Baduge