“The Ramadan Bazaar 2022” Trade Fair in Colombo kicked off today at the Sri Lanka Exhibition and Convention Center in view of the upcoming Ramadan festival. It will be held on April 29th and 30th from 12 noon to 12 midnight and you will be able to purchase textiles, gifts, electrical appliances and local confectionery at affordable prices. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel
The United National Party (UNP) held a Sathyagraha in Rambukkana against the killing of Chaminda Lakshan, who died during the recent protest in Rambukkana. UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene, General Secretary Palitha Range Bandara, National Organizer Sagala Ratnayake and party activists participated in the Sathyagraha. Pix by Praddep Pathirana
A solar power system and library facilities were seen being established at the Galle Face Green for the protesters. The anti-government protests continue to draw massive crowd to the Galle Face Green which is already in to its 18th day today. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
The All-Ceylon Tourism Service Providers Association (ACTSPA) today staged a protest march today (April 25) from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) demanding answers to the industry’s current difficulties. Pix by Nisal Baduge
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA), Medical Joint Committee Trade Unions and Government Dental Surgeons Association (GDSA) today informed the public at the Colombo National Hospital about their scheduled countrywide protest on April 28. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
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