A group of UNP MPs including Harsha De Silva, Harin Fernando, Nalin Bandara Jayamaha, Ajith P Perera and J.C. Alawathuwala took part in a news briefing held at Opposition Leader’s office where they said they were hopeful that Mr. Wickremesinghe would resign from the leadership in the coming days. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa yesterday made an inspection visit to the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA). The President’s office said, “the President took a review trip on operation, facilities and passenger services and met the officers and passengers at the airport.” Pix by T.K.G. Kapila
The final rites of Award-winning artist Jayalath Manorathna was held this evening at the Boralesgamuwa public cemetery. The cremation of the late artist was performed in the presence of a distinguished gathering including artists, actresses and actors. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa engages in religious observances at Thai Pongal celebration held at the Opposition Leader’s office in Colombo this evening. Member of Parliament Mano Ganesan, Mrs. Janani Premadasa and Mrs. Hema Premadasa were also present. Religious observances were led by the President of Hindu Priests Association, Sivasri K. Wathiswara Kurukkal. Several MPs were also present. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
An Adhishtana Bodhi Pooja organised by Sri Lanka Army was held last Tuesday at Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya by Chief Incumbent Ven. Dr. Kollupitiye Mahinda Sangharakkitha Nayaka Thera to invoke blessings on Australian bushfire victims and all those who laid their lives to natural and manmade disasters.
Rain overnight brought Dubai to a virtual standstill on Saturday morning as major roads were waterlogged, flights were delayed as roads around the airport faced severe congestions, and numerous vehicles stalled in flooded streets. Pics courtesy Gulf News and Gulf, Sudharsan/Gulf News Reader
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, held its General Convocation 2019 on yesterday (08) and today (09) at the BMICH under the patronage of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa. The KDU witnessed the crowning moment of achievement of the students of the 31st Intake (04 and 05 year degree programmes) and 32nd Intake (04 year degree programmes) and 33rd Intake (03 year degree programmes).
India defeated Sri Lanka by 78 runs in the third Twenty20 International in Pune on Friday to clinch the three-match series 2-0. Navdeep Saini picked up three wickets while Washington Sundar and Shardul Thakur picked up two wickets apiece to bowl out Sri Lanka for 123 in 15.5 overs.
Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa, assumed duties today followed by religious observances held to commemorate Duruthu Poya at his office in Marcus Fernando Mawatha in Colombo 7. Venerable Dr. Kirinde Assaji Thera of Gangarama Temple held the Dharama Deshana while several UNP MPs and supporters participated in it. It was announced that Dharama Deshanas will be held at the Opposition Leader’s Office every Poya Day. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
A ceremony organised by the Colombo North Hindu Paripalana Sangam and Sir P. Arunachalam Trust to commemorate the 96th death anniversary of Sir Ponnambalam Arunachalam was held at the Presidential Secretariat premises yesterday. Chief Guest Acting Solicitor General Sanjay Rajaratnam and Guest of Honour MP D. M. Swaminathan were seen garlanding the statue of Sir Arunachalam. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
The students of the Inter University Students Federation (IUSF) staged a protest outside the Presidential Secretariat urging the government to resolve six of their demands including issues pertaining to Mahapola scholarship. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
A sport hostel was declared open today (09) at Colombo R. Premadasa international Cricket stadium under the patronage of legendary cricketer Kumar Sangakkara. Being equipped with modern facilities and air condition, this sport hostel can accommodate 44 persons.
Elephants that are to take part in the annual Duruthu Maha Perahara of the historical Kelaniya Rajamaha Viharaya in Kelaniya are seen being bathed ahead of the final day of the perahara today. The perahara pageant will also include traditional dancers and other participants
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