The Sri Lanka Scout Association celebrated the 166th Birth Anniversary of the founder Lord Robert Stevenson Smyth Baden Powell at the birthplace of Scouting in Sri Lanka, Christ Church College, Matale. The scouts marched in a procession to Christ Church College where the commemoration ceremony was held under the patronage of the Chief Commissioner Janaprith Fernando Attorney-at-Law. A Rally was held and floral tributes were made by all Commission
On the occasion of the 166th birthday of the founder of the Scout Movement, lunch and a donation of emergency medicine were provided for the patients receiving treatment at Karapitiya Cancer Ward. On February 22, the event was organized by Galle District Scout Commissioner, Mr. Upul Kalansuriya.
The Samagi Jana Bala Youth Organization held a discussion today to describe the activities that are needed to be done by the individuals, if they come to power. Several senior politicians were present at the event, which was organized by the ’’Let’s Lead Forum’’ and held at the 80 Club of Colombo. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
The mortal remains of Mali-based UN Peacekeeper of the Sri Lanka Army who recently died of a cardiac arrest while serving the Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) were brought to the island on Wednesday (22 February) afternoon.
International Day of Mother Tongue was observed at Independence Square last morning under the theme ’Mother Language|Unity in Diversity’. The event was organized by the High Commission of Bangladesh to Sri Lanka and the Ministry of Education. Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardana was present at the event as the chief guest. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
The National People’s Party (NPP) has released two official font styles: Malimawa Light and Malimawa Regular, which will be used for all NPP print, digital and social media productions hereinafter. The NPP’s official website, also launched today, will be a platform for everyone who needs to gather official news and other information about the NPP and its affiliates. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
Police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse protestors who gathered near Technical Junction in Maradana today for a protest march organized by the Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB). The protest was held against the alleged attempts by the government to postpone the 2023 local government election. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
Jana Aragalalaye Pura Wesiyo held a protest in front of the UN Compound in Colombo asking the United Nations Organization to intervene in ensuring that the local government election is held without a postponement. The protestors also handed over a petition to UN authorities in Colombo. Pix by Pradeep Dilruskshana
The ‘Janaraja Perahara’ of the Temple of the Tooth Relic paraded the streets after 34 years today. The event was organized to coincide with the 75th Independence Anniversary Celebrations and was attended by President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardhena. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
Kala Pola, the annual open-air art fair, the largest and most vibrant platform for artists to showcase their work and to interact with the art community, was commenced along Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, also known as Green Path today. Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka and Maldives Paul Stephens graced the event as the Chief Guest. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel
The ’Chief Magistrate Court Law Journal - Volume II was presented yesterday to Chief Justice Jayantha Jayasuriya. The event was held at the Colombo Magistrates’ Court Lawyers’ Association (CMCLA).CMCLA Chairman and Senior Lawyer Chandrasiri Wijesinghe and the Law Journal’s Editor, Lawyer Chintha Fernando, handed over the Journal to the Chief Justice. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
Pakistan Lifestyle Exhibition is being held at BMICH until February 19. The Exhibition features leading Pakistani companies and manufacturers of Textile and Clothing, Designer wear, Handicraft and Traditional Textiles, Cutlery, Furniture, Carpets, Marble and Services. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) today unveiled the updated economic blueprint during an economic forum organized by the party’s economic council. Leader of Opposition Sajith Premadasa was the chief guest at this event. Pix by Pradeep Dilrusksana
Once idling Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) is getting busier by the day with several carriers, specially from Russia, deciding to start operations to the airport in the country’s deep south. Russian carrier Red Wings and another aircraft brought in about 800 tourists to the island last Friday. Pic by Nimalsiri Edirisingha
The Rotary Club of Colombo Metropolitan (RCCM) in partnership with the Italian Car Enthusiasts Club (ICEC) held their inaugural Car Rally yesterday at the Excel World Car Park. The charity rally had over 40 participants of all cars of all makes and models. The participants of the rally had a fun-filled day of driving with camaraderie.Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee of Pakistan General Sahir Shamshad Mirza NI (M) commended Sri Lanka’s efforts for its on-going recovery from its economic crisis, at a meeting held with the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne, during his visit to the Defence Ministry at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte.
Sri Lanka China Friendship Association (SLCFA) today donated drugs worth 4 million to Apeksha Cancer Hospital and Children Hospital at the Ministry of Health. Ambassador of China to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong and Health Ministry Secretary S. Janaka Sri Chandraguptha, SLCFA president Ananda Goonatilleke were also present the occasion. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
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