'AERO BASH 2024' kicks off in Trincomalee

The ’’AERO BASH 2024’’ educational, technical, and trade exhibition commenced on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at the Sri Lanka Air Force Academy China Bay.

SriLankan Airlines delights Samanera monks

SriLankan Airlines with the support of the Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka), marked a milestone event today (22) by delighting a large group of Buddhist child monks, or ’Samaneras,’ with a special guided tour of the airport and their first opportunity to board an aircraft. This event coincides with the airline’s 45th anniversary which falls on 1 September 2024. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Medical graduates in protest...

The medical graduates staged a protest in front of the Ministry of Health today (22), demanding that health graduates be immediately recruited into the public service. The protestors claim that the move to recruit individuals from private institutions while restricting health graduates from free education should be withdrawn immediately. Pix Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Roads in Gampaha flooded by the relentless rain

People and vehicles wade through floodwater on a waterlogged road in Gampaha Kiridivita. The Disaster Management Center announced that more than 2,354 people have been affected by the bad weather that has affected the island. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Supermoon arrives in London!

Stargazers in London were in for a treat on Tuesday night, as a rare blue supermoon slowly passed behind the iconic Shard. Images have captured the spectacular moment the earth’s satellite lit up the sky as it moved in the shadow of Europe’s tallest building. The moon was also captured illuminating the Thames as it rose over Tower Bridge in central London. (Daily Mail)

Kandy Esala Perahera concludes

The Diyawadana Nilame of the Temple of the Tooth Relic Pradip Nilanga Dela, informed President Ranil Wickremesinghe that the annual Esala Maha Perahera at the historic Sri Dalada Maligawa and the Sathara Maha Devala in Kandy was conducted with great splendour, honouring the traditional rituals.

'Ceylona 2024' Camp at Ibbagamuwa

The International Girl Guide Camp, conducted by the Sri Lanka Girl Guides Association (SLGGA) and powered by Sri Lanka’s leading energy drink manufacturer Yeti, is currently underway at the Ibbagamuwa Central College in Kurunegala.

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Birthday Dansala

A dansala was held today to celebrate the birthday of the chairman of New Nawala Chemist, Ureka Healthcare Limited, R&R Pvt Ltd and S&S Healthcare Limited. The dansala was held in Nawala with the participation of the staff. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Emotional farewell...

A farewell ceremony was held in Colombo to announce the transfer of Dr. Zuhair Hamdaallah Dar Zaid, the Ambassador of Palestine to Sri Lanka. The ceremony was organized by the All Ceylon Union of Muslim League Youth Front. The event saw the Ambassador become emotional as he bid farewell to his Sri Lankan friends. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Heavy rains flood roads

Several roads in the Wattala, Elakanda area were reported to be inundated due to heavy rains. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Devotees mark Nikini Poya at Kelaniya

The Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya is seeing a heavy influx of devotees engaged in religious observances on Nikini Full Moon Poya Day which falls today. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

Ranil launches Presidential campaign from Anuradhapura

President Ranil Wickremesinghe officially launched his 2024 Presidential election campaign today (August 17, 2024) with a rally in Anuradhapura, pledging to stabilize the nation through concessions expected from creditor nations. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Backbone of Northern Province

Bicycles play a crucial role in transportation across the Northern Province, with school children and adults relying on them as their primary mode of travel. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Construction Exhibition at BMICH

Sri Lanka’s largest and leading construction exhibition was launched today at the BMICH. Organized by the National Construction Association of Sri Lanka (NCASL) for the 21st consecutive year, the exhibition will run until Sunday, the 18th. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Presidential race begins...

Candidates contesting the forthcoming Presidential election submitted their nomination papers this morning at the Election Commission in Rajagiriya. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

India’s 78th Independence Day

The 78th Independence Day of India was celebrated at the India House where High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha hoisted India’s National Flag and inspected the Guard of Honour. Pix by Samantha Perera

SriLankan showcases new safety video

SriLankan Airlines, aiming to capture travellers’ attention with its safety protocols, has launched a brand-new onboard safety video featuring a range of Sri Lanka’s most mesmerising scenic locations.

ASEAN missions celebrated 57th ASEAN Day 2024 in Colombo

The ASEAN Diplomatic Missions in Sri Lanka, the Embassy of Indonesia, the High Commission of Malaysia, the Embassy of Myanmar, the Embassy of Thailand, and the Embassy of Vietnam, celebrated the 57th ASEAN Day at the Embassy of Indonesia, in Colombo.

Location for new hospital in Biyagama selected

Presidential Advisor Climate Change Ruwan Wijewardene, Presidential Advisor on Economic Affairs R. H. S. Samaratunga together with several government officers selected a suitable location at Siyambalape Junction to construct the proposed state of art hospital. Mr. Wijewardenne and Samaratunga are seen with other state officers at the site . Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Rajitha aligns with Ranil

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Tourists watch elephant bathing at Pinnawala Orphanage

Tourists watched as an elephant bathed in the Ma Oya River at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage in Kegalle, Sri Lanka. Originally founded to care for orphaned elephants from Sri Lankan jungles, the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage now houses 69 elephants, including 29 males and 40 females from three generations. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana.

Intex Sri Lanka exhibition at BMICH

The International Textile Expo Sri Lanka exhibition, known as Intex was launched today at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH). This annual event is organized by Worldex India Exhibition & Promotion Pvt. Ltd.

Samagi Jana Sandanaya Alliance unveiled

The Samagi Jana Sandanaya (SJS), a major political alliance led by Sajith Premadasa of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), was officially launched today at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium in Colombo. The event featured Premadasa and the signing of agreements with several partner parties in preparation for the upcoming Presidential election. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Seventh day alms giving ceremony

The seventh day alms giving was held today at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo to invoke blessings on the former Chief Incumbent of the Temple, late Ven. Galboda Gnanissara Thera. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Medical equipment donated...

The Hospital Service Support Institute of Washington, California donated medical equipment to the Balapitiya Hospital through a donation programme under the patronage of Rajawelle Subhuthi Thera, Director of the Hospital Services Council and Medical Director S.W. Venura Kumara, specialist doctors, nurses and other staff. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Protest by IUSF...

A group of students attached to the Inter University Student Federation (IUSF) staged a protest outside the University Grants Commission (UGC) demanding hostel facilities and arrears of the Mahapola Scholarship. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Special seminar held...

The Sri Lanka Press Association (SLPA) organized a special seminar on the theme ‘Role of Media and Law in Sri Lanka’s Electoral Landscape’, which was conducted by former BASL President Saliya Pieris PC at the Bar Association of Sri Lanka auditorium at Colombo 12, on Tuesday (6). Pix by Samantha Perera

Ranil meets media heads

President Ranil Wickremesinghe addressed media heads today, stating that he has no competition as his focus is on advancing the country. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana