Devotees throng Kataragama and other places of worship

Devotees are seen engaged in religious observances at the Kirivehera and Kataragama temple premises after the lifting of quarantine curfew. People engage in religious observances adhering to the basic health guidelines to protect their families and loved ones from the deadly COVID-19 virus. Pix by Nisal baduge

Indian Army Chief calls on General Shavendra Silva

Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army General Manoj Mukund Naravane called on Sri Lankan Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Army General Shavendra Silva at the Army headquarters in Colombo today. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Are the tracks good enough to run on...?

The technicians attached to the Railways Department are seen testing the condition of the coastal railway line to resume passenger transport soon after the inter-provincial travel restrictions were lifted. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Accelerate coastal cleaning after X-Press Pearl inferno

Environment groups staged a protest at the Sarakkuwa Beach yesterday demanding the government to accelerate the coastal cleaning process following the disastrous X-Press Pearl inferno. A local entrepreneur who developed a device to collect plastic hurdles, sludges and other waste materials from the burnt ship alleges that the authorities demanded him to stop operating the device. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

Busy looking for alternatives for gas...

With gas prices has gone up drastically, people are now into looking for alternatives for gas cylinders. Accordingly, people are seen in Pettah buying kerosene stoves which can be utilized for cooking purposes as a substitute for gas cylinders with relatively lower cost. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Alms giving to invoke blessings to Covid victims

An alms giving was held today (12) at the Hunupitiya Gangarama Temple to invoke blessings to more than 13,000 Sri Lankans who died of Covid-19. The alms giving was organised with the personal contribution of Dasun Wickramaratne, a member of the Dayaka Sabhawa and under the patronage of the Chief Incumbent of the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple, Kirinde Assaji Thera. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Indian Army Chief in SL

Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army General Manoj MukundNaravane, his spouse and the delegation arrived in Sri Lanka today (12) on a five-day goodwill visit.

Against sale of public property

The Frontline Socialist Party staged a protest at the Lipton Roundabout today against the government’s move to sell public property to China, India and the United States. Pix Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Female Police heads call on Minister

A discussion was held at the Ministry between Public Security Minister Rear Admiral (Retired), Dr. Sarath Weerasekara and newly promoted three female acting Deputy Inspectors General (DIG) and several female SSPs.

Stolen items recovered...

A large number of items worth more than Rs. 1.5 million that were stolen from several places in Colombo were recovered by the Welikada Police. Two suspects along with a three-wheeler were also taken into custody.Pix Pradeep Dilrukshana

Vaccination drive at universities

University students are being vaccinated at their respective universities countrywide. According to authorities, this vaccination drive will be held for the next five days. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Reaping Green gram harvest

Farmers of Tissamaharama are engaged in gathering green gram harvest. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Oximeters handed over to Health Minister

The Global Lifestyle Lanka handed over a stock of 100 oximeters to the Ministry of Health following a request of the Director General of Health Services, Dr. Asela Gunawardena and the Chairperson of the Association of Family Medicine Specialists Dr. Malkanthi Galhena.

President on strike...

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa was seen facing a delivery from Thisara Perera after the ceremony held at the Gajaba Regiment Headquarters, Saliyapura, Anuradhapura today (10), to mark the 72nd Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Army.

’’Laksala’’ Franchise Business in UK

The signing of the Business Agreement between Sri Lanka Handicrafts Board LAKSALA and We Ceylon Ltd. to open up the `Laksala’ franchise outlet in the UK was held at Laksala Museum Gallery Café. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Five-hour strike cripples health services

The health services were somewhat crippled and people were inconvenienced due to the five-hour strike launched by the Health Service Trade Union Collective yesterday at all Government Hospitals in the country over Government’s failure to resolve their issues. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Thirukumar arrives at CIABOC

Thirukumar Nadesan today appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) to record a statement with regard to allegations revealed on the ’’Pandora Papers”. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Health workers protest...

Heath Trade Union Federation staged protest campaigns in front of several hospitals in the island today. Here are the scenes of the protest held in front of the Colombo National Hospital and the National Institute of Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana and Kushan Pathiraja

Health workers on strike

The Joint Health Workers Union conducted a strike today outside the Colombo National Hospital citing several demands. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Release imprisoned Uni students...

Frontline Socialist Party staged a Protest in Colombo Fort today calling for the government to release university students who have been imprisoned for more than two months. Pix by Pradeep Dilruckshana

Zonta Club II hands over breast cushions to NHC

The Zonta Club II of Colombo, Mammo Care Group Members Ganga De Zilwa, Vidyani Hettigoda, Dr Mala Tudawe, President of Zonta Club II of Colombo and Manthri Perera handed over the Breast cushions to Dr Ajith De Silva, Consultant General Surgeon, National Hospital in Colombo.

Samudradevi BMV website launched...

New website of Samudradevi Balika Maha Vidyala was launched today with the participation of MP Madura Withanage as the chief guest. School Principal Sureka Siriwardana and a large number of students participated at the launch. Pix by Pradeep Dilrusksana

Demanding fair probe…

Several SJB members today handed over a petition to the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption demanding a fair investigation into the Pandora Papers on Tirukumar Nadesan and Nirupama Rajapaksa. Pix Nimalsiri Edirisinghe.

Rain or shine, committed to work

A CMC employee was seen sweeping a street in Colombo despite the rain showing his sincerity, passion and commitment towards the work. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Carrying essential items…

Containers were seen coming out from the Port today carrying essential items to be supplied to shops. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Discussion at Abhayarama temple over teachers' issue

An all-party conference convened by the National Collective against Teachers and Principals’ salary anomalies was held at the Abhayarama Temple in Narahenpita today to make people aware of the issues in the education sector. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Teachers protest on Teachers’ Day

The Teachers’ and Principals’ Trade Unions held a series of protests around the country on the occasion of World Teachers’ Day. Teachers and Principals have been demanding an immediate solution to the salary anomalies and the protection of the right to education of children. Their main protest was held at the Lipton Circus in Colombo led by the leaders of the Teachers’ and Principals’ Trade Unions.

’Ever Ace’ at Colombo Port

The world’s largest container ship ’Ever Ace’ arrived at the Port of Colombo last night on the return of her maiden voyage. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Army commemorates 72nd Anniversary

A special commemoration ceremony of the war heroes to mark the 72 nd anniversary of the Sri Lanka Army was held at the Sri Jayawardenapura Ranaviru Smaraka (memorial) under the auspices of the Army Commander Gen. Shavendra Silva yesterday. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Despite heavy rains...

Due to the incessant showers, activities of the people have been disrupted across the country. However, vehicles were seen moving in Colombo, even during the torrential rains. Pix by Nisal Baduge