'If I come to power...'

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

School uniform fabric distributed...

The distribution of school uniform fabric for Provincial and Zonal schools was launched by the Education Ministry today. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

SL Army UN Peacekeeper’s remains flown home

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.

Tightened security near Election Commission office

Security was tightened at Election commission office today after Socialist Youth Union staged a protest calling for the holding of local government election without a delay. Pix by Pradeep Dilruskshana

Press briefing on 'Guwan Hamuda Papedi Sawariya 2023'

The press briefing on the “ Guwan Hamuda Papedi Sawariya 2023” was held today at the Air Force Headquarters. This year’s race will be conducted from March 2,3 and 4. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Int'l Day of Mother Tongue commemorated

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

NPP official fonts, website launched

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

Protestors dispersed...

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

Protesters urge UN to intervene in holding LG polls

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

Seized vehicle parts destroyed…

Illegally imported vehicle parts seized by the Sri Lanka customs were destroyed by the customs department today. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Janaraja Perahera parades Kandy

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

Webb Ellis Cup in Colombo

The Webb Ellis Cup, awarded to the winners of the Rugby World Cup, was displayed for public viewing in Colombo CR & FC grounds yesterday. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Kala Pola 2023 open-air art fair kicks off

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

Against electricity tariff hike...

Citizens of People’s Struggle staged a protest in front of the Power and Energy Ministry against the recent electricity tariff hike. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachhi

Court Law Journal Volume II launched

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

Colombo hosts Pakistan Lifestyle Exhibition

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

Protest against tariff increase

A protest is currently under way in front of the Energy Ministry by two consumers to oppose recent decision to increase the electricity tariff by 66%. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Galaxy S23 launched in SL

Samsung’s latest flagship top-of-the-range Galaxy S23 Ultra and Galaxy S23 were officially launched in Colombo by Samsung Electronics Sri Lanka today.

SJB unveils updated economic blueprint

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

Mattala getting busier...

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

Appoint qualified teachers

Sri Lanka Teacher Services Union together with the Bachelor of Education Degree holders Collective, held a protest in front of the Education Ministry urging the Government to employ qualified persons as teachers. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Walk for Paws...

The Rotaract Club of the Science Faculty of the Colombo University held a demonstration saying that regardless of the breeds, all dogs including stray or pet, deserve the same love.

Rotary Italia Charity Fun Rally

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

SLAF assists to douse factory fire

The Sri Lanka Air Force has launched operations to douse the fire which broke out in a factory in Katana this morning. Fire vehicles and airmen were dispatched to the location from the Airforce Base in Katunayake.

General Sahir meets Defence Secretary

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.

Awaiting SC ruling on LG polls…

The parties that filed petitions regarding the Local Government election were seen at the Supreme Court today. The petitions were taken up for hearing at the Supreme Court today. Pix by Nisal Baduge

SLCFA donates drugs to Apeksha Hospital

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

General meets General

Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee of Pakistan General Sahir Shamshad Mirza yesterday held a meeting with the Sri Lankan Chief of Defence Staff General Shavendra Silva at the Office of the Chief of Defence Staff (OCDS) in Colombo.

’’Pin Anumodhana’’ for earthquake victims

A ’’Pin Anumodhana’’ ceremony to transfer merit to those killed in the earthquake in Turkey and Syria was held at the Gangaramaya temple, Colombo yesterday with the participation of Turkish Ambassador Demet Şekercioğlu, Foreign Minister Ali Sabry, Secretary to the President Saman Ekanayake and other dignitaries. The event was preceded by Viharadikaari of the Gangaramaya Temple Ven. Dr Kirinde Assaji Thera. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Pay our Mahapola scholarship payment…

The General Students’ Union of Colombo University staged a protest demanding the immediate payment of overdue Mahapola scholarship payment. Pix by Nisal Baduge