Fishing at Point Pedro

Fishermen were seen catching fish by using drag net or Ma Del in the seas off Point Pedro. People were also seen buying fish from the Point Pedro Fish Market.

Mount Sinabung erupts in Indonesia

An Indonesian volcano erupted on Tuesday morning spewing a spectacular column of ash thousands of feet into the air, nearly obscuring the powder blue sky from the view of locals. (Daily Mail)

Ruwan visits Batticaloa

UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene and other party seniors participated in a meeting in Batticaloa on Monday and discussed reorganizing the party. He met several senior officials including religious leaders during his visit. Former MPs Ashu Marasinghe and Sanjith Samarasinghe were also present at the meeting.

Harvesting red onion...

Red onion farmers in Jaffna are seen harvesting their crops these days. Red onion is widely cultivated by Jaffna farmers. Pix by Nisal Baduge

SLAF official theme song launched

The official theme song composed by Bathiya & Santhush was presented to Air Force Commander Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana in line with the Sri Lanka Air Force 70th Anniversary. The parade was held at the Sri Lanka Air Force Base Katunayake today (02) under the patronage of the Air Force Commander to mark the 70th Anniversary. A commemorative stamp was also launched at the event.

Vaccination drive continues...

People were seen in queues at the Darly Road Community Centre yesterday to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

GCE O/L exam gets underway today

The GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) Examinations begin this morning across the country. Picture shows the candidates are being received at the examination centre at Dharmapala Vidyalaya, Pannipitiya, adhering to strict COVID-19 health guidelines. A total number of 622,305 candidates will sit for the exam at 4,513 centres. Pix by Damith Wickramasinghe

Aerobatic Display rehearsal

The aircraft of the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy, that arrived in Sri Lanka to participate in the event with an Aerobatic Display in line with the 70th Anniversary of Sri Lanka Air Force, were seen engaged in rehearsals.

Kavinda starts painting Madhu Church

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) frontline member Dr. Kavinda Jayawardana initiated painting the historical Church of Our Lady of Madhu in Mannar. The initiative is sponsored by Kansai Paints Lanka Pvt Ltd. SJB MP Hector Appuhamy also joined the initiative.

Vaccination drive in Gampaha

People were seen in queues at the Sri Rahula Vidyalaya in Belummahara, Gampaha to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Indian Air Force here for Aerobatic Display

A total of 23 aircraft of the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy arrived in Sri Lanka to participate in the event with an Aerobatic Display in line with the 70th Anniversary of Sri Lanka Air Force.

Blood moon

The eclipsing ’blood moon’ appeared in sky above Western Province last night. The blood moon was visible from 7.30 pm to 9.00 pm last night. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Rich maize harvest

The farmers in the Oyamaduwa area were seen filling sacks with maize grain after reaping a rich harvest. According to the Department of Agriculture, Sri Lanka maize farmers have sown over 96,000 hectares for the main (Maha) 2021 season which can produce up to 385,368 metric tonnes of grain. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Ruwan visits Trinco

The United National Party (UNP) Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene yesterday visited the Trincomalee district to meet the UNP party activists for the reforming of the party. He met several senior officials including religious leaders during his visit. Pix by Pradeep Pathiranna

Most stunning shots of Mars

NASA’s Perseverance rover has spent the last week on the surface of Mars and in that short time has already sent back thousands of photos - including a cheeky selfie.

Ruwan at Navam Perahera

UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene was seen at the annual Navam Perahera of the Hunupitiya Gangarama Temple in Colombo yesterday.

President at Gangarama Navam Perahera

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa places the Sacred casket on the Migara tuskerat the Annual Navam Perahera of the Hunupitiya Gangarama Temple in Colombo yesterday. A large number of traditional dancers, drummers and Buddhist monks gathered near the temple to participate in the colourful procession that also included elephants. Former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe also participated in the event. (PIC BY PRADEEP PATHIRANA)

Bath for Perahera elephants

Elephants are being bathed ahead of the annual Nawam Maha Perahera of the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple. The Perahera paraded the streets yesterday and will be held today also with traditional performances. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Seeking blessings on Navam Poya

Devotees are seen taking part in religious observances at the Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya, Ruwanveli Seya Stupa in light of the Navam full moon Poya which falls today. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel and Kushan Pathiraja

A spectacular view of Ruwanweliseya

Seen in the picture is the Ruwanweliseya, Maha Thupa or Great Stupa. It is a hemispherical structure containing relics, considered sacred to many Buddhists all over the world. Two quarts or one Drona of Gautama Buddha’s relics are enshrined here, which is the largest collection of his relics. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Navam Perahera parade on city streets

Elephants and performers parade the streets of Colombo to perform at the Navam Perahera this evening. The Perahera display the Sri Lankan culture spiced with religion and festivities making it an event that is enjoyed by all irrespective of nationalities and ethnicities. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Protest against UK's HR, Economic sanctions against SL

Members of the People’s Responsibility Centre (PRC) today staged a protest in front of the British High Commission, Colombo against the UK Government’ behaviour and attempts to impose Human Rights and Economic sanctions against Sri Lanka at any cost and undue influence on internal Affairs of Sri Lanka, violating UN Human Rights Charter. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Youngest diver in Sri Lanka

February 2021 Sri Lanka witnessed the creation of its youngest diver when 10-year-old Amber Matarage got her PADI license in Unawatuna, Galle.

CEB launches smart customer care service

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) today launched the CEBCare web portal at the CEB main office at Chittampalam A Gardiner MawThe Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) today launched the CEBCare web portal at the CEB main office at Chittampalam A Gardiner Mawatha, Colombo, Colombo. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Health Service Trade Union Collective in protest

The Health Service Trade Union Collective today staged a protest outside the Castle Street Hospital for Women over several demands

Fishing cat found dead...

A body of a fishing cat with injuries was found in a tea estate in Kotagala, Hatton. Police suspect that the fishing cat must have been dead following a collision with a vehicle. Pix by Ranjith Rajapaksa

UNP seniors meet party activists...

UNP seniors including Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene, General Secretary Palitha Range Bandara met Matara District party activists in Matara and Deniyaya last Sunday (21) where they discussed matters concerning the party. Former MPs Saman Rathnapriya, Ananda Kularathna, Ashu Marasinghe, Sagala Rathnayaka and Lak Wanitha Chairman Shanthini Kongahage were also present at the meeting. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Honour PM’s statement, allow burial of Muslim COVID victims

The members of the National Movement Against Forcible Cremation (NMAFC) today staged a protest at the ‘Agitation Site’ opposite the Galle Face Green while urging the responsible authorities to respect Prime Minister’s statement and allow the burial of Muslim COVID victims. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Pakistani PM arrived

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan today arrived in the country for a two-day official visit on the invitation of Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa. He was received at the Bandaranayake International Airport (BIA) by the Prime Minister. The Pakistani Premier was given an impressive red carpet welcome, guard of honour and a 21-gun salute. Pix by President media and T.K.G. Kapila

Health workers protest

The United Health Employees Union (UHEU) today staged a protest march from the National Hospital, Colombo to the Health Ministry citing numerous demands including making permanent of all substitute and casual workers who had completed 180 days of their service. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe