Protect tourism and hospitality industry

The members of the tourism and hospitality industries held a protest in Colombo demanding the government to take immediate action to protect the Tourism Industry. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Journalists and Lawyers unite

Several Journalists’ and Lawyers’ associations today held a protest at the Lipton Circus, Colombo against the present crisis. The collective condemned the attack of journalists during the Mirihana protest. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Against the govt.

People of Lakshim Garden scheme at Palliyawatta, Hendala Wattala yesterday held a protest against the current ruling party.

Protests at Independence square...

A large number of people staged a protest at the Independence square yesterday and today calling for the resignation of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and the government. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja and Pradeep Dilrukshana

Students protest in Nugegoda...

The Inter University Students Union yesterday staged a protest against the government at Nugegoda Junction. Pix Pradeep Dilrukshana

Protests during curfew

Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) MPs led by Leader of Opposition Sajith Premadasa, walked towards Independence Square last Sunday. The entrance to the Independence Square was blocked during curfew hours. Meanwhile, the security personnel are seen checking vehicles that had entered Colombo during the curfew hours yesterday. Pix Pradeep Dilruskshana

Agitation against the rulers

A group of individuals along with their families were seen protesting opposite the Ragama Station today to show their agitation over the present Government. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirsinghe

One day old infant protests against govt

Several public protests are being carried out in most parts of the country against the government and the current economic crisis. A couple with new born baby also joined the protest.

Education Fair 2022

Colombo Education Fair 2022 was launched at the BMICH yesterday. Students can discover various educational options and scholarships options at the Exhibition. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

’’Wyawasaya- 2022’’

’’Wyawasaya- 2022’’ trade and educational exhibition, kicked off at the BMICH today and it will be open for public from 10 am to 10 pm on 2nd & 3rd April 2022.The exhibition is featuring,foods clothing, gift items, handcrafts, furniture and will give away amazing discounts on your Avurudu shopping.

Against the Government...

A group of individuals staged a protest opposite Town Hall today against the Government. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Seized cigarettes destroyed

A consignment of one million sticks of cigarettes which has been illegally imported from China was seized by Customs and was destroyed at Ceylon Tobacco Company today. The value of the consignment is said to be Rs 144 million. Superintendent of Customs D. K. S. Ravindra and Director Ceylon Tobaco Company Sudesh Peter were present. Pic by Nimalsiri Edirsinghe

Aftermath the Mirihana protest...

Several senior officials, including Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, visited Mirihana and to the area where people were protesting last night. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Protest ongoing near President’s private residence

A large group of individuals are currently staging a protest on the Pengiriwatte Road near the private residence of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in Mirihana over the government’s failure to address the existing issues in the country.

Help save a life

A Blood Donation Program, organized by the Welfare Association of the Department of Buddhist Affairs for the second time, has taken place at the premises of the institution located at Dharmapala Mawatha, Colombo 07. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

China donates dry food...

Chinese Embassy in Colombo donated 650 bags of dry food for the Muslims in Sri Lanka today to mark the 65th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries. The food was given to Muslims who are to begin their Ramadan Fast shortly. Chinese Ambassador in Sri Lanka QI Zhenhong was present at the occasion. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Silver Jubilee of BIMSTEC

The 25 years of BIMSTEC was held under the theme ’’Enhancing MIBSTEC Connectivity in the New Era’’ at the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

MPs visit Ven. Ittapane Dhammalankara Thera

Dissident government MPs including Wimal Weerawansa, Udaya Gammanpila, Gevindu Kumaratunga and Ven. Athureliye Ratana Thera met with the Mahanayaka of Kalyani Samagri Sangha Sabah’s Ittapane Dhammalankara Thera at the Rukmale Dharamavijayaloka Viharya today. The MPs handed over a copy of the proposal prepared by them to build up the nation. Pix by Pradeep Dilrusksana

Against the Government...

A group of social activists staged a protest outside the Central Bank of Sri Lanka over Government’s failure to address the existing issues in the country. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Public anger grows as fuel sheds run out of fuel

A tense situation erupted at the CEYPETCO Petrol Filling Station in Town Hall today when angry consumers who were lined up for hours demanded for fuel despite the ongoing shortage. Police rushed to the area and security was heightened as officers tried to calm the frustration and anger of the consumers. The matter was eventually sorted and people were informed that fuel was running low at the Filling Station and no new stocks had been received.

Economic crisis - then and now

The Daily Mirror graphic explains the economic crisis in a detailed comparison done between the Maithripala Sirisena government and Gotabaya Rajapaksa government.

Nurses strike...

Nurses staged a protest near the Health Ministry office over seven demands which includes ensuring a five-day working week and payment of the proposed uniform allowances. Nurses are pictured here carrying placards during the protest. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

University students protest over people’s rights

Students of the University of Colombo who do not belong to any union backed by any political party staged a street protest in Colombo yesterday calling on Sri Lankan people to stand up for their rights at this time of economic hardship. They are to stage protests three days a week. Pix by Pradepp Pathirana

Grant us appointments

A group of graduates staged a protest in Colombo urging the authorities to provide them with suitable appointments.

Jaishankar checks into Sri Lankan fuel

Visiting Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar visited a Lanka IOC fuel station in Colombo today where Lanka IOC PLC Managing Director Manoj Gupta briefed him on the present fuel supply situation.

Security tightened…

Army personnel were seen on duty at fuel stations to prevent any tense situations. Pix by Nisal Baduge and Pradeep Dilrukshana

Kandy trounce Police

Kandy Sports Club sealed a comfortable 27-7 win against Police Sports Club in their Nippon Paints Rugby League encounter at the Police Park. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Ratmalana airport re-commences international regional flights

Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana (CIAR) yesterday re-commenced scheduled International regional flight operations after five decades. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Rugby League...

Navy Sports Club sealed a comfortable 22-6 win against Army Sports Club in their Nippon Paints Rugby League encounter at the Welisara Navy grounds. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Houses gutted by fire in Thotalaga

Twelve houses were reduced to rubble when a fire broke out at one of the houses at Thotalanga, Grandpass, which eventually spread to other houses. Pix by Nisal Baduge