Marking 75th anniversary of bilateral relations

With the commemoration of 75 years of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and France, the French Development Agency (AFD) recently marked the enduring partnership between the AFD Group and its Sri Lankan partners, which began in 2005 when supporting the post-tsunami reconstruction. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Deshabandu seeks blessings at Gangarama

Newly appointed Acting Inspector-General of Police Deshabandu Tennakoon visited the Gangaramaya Temple this afternoon to invoke blessings on his new appointment. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Seeking justice to the missing…

A protest organized by the families of the disappeared was held in front of the court complex in Hulftsdorp this morning, seeking justice to their missing relatives in 2008 during the war. Pics by Kithsiri De Mel

'Sayura' app for fishermen launched

To mitigate challenges faced by fishermen in the fishing industry arising from abrupt climate changes in the deep sea, a web application named ’Sayura,’ developed by Dialog Axiata PLC, was launched today at Dikowita Fisheries Harbor with the patronage of Minister of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Douglas Devananda. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Minister at fruit and vegetable exhibition

Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera participated at the fruit and vegetable exhibition held at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall in Colombo, where the public questioned the Minister on the shortage of Keeri Samba rice. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Women protest against violence

Women’s Centre staged a protest at Fort Railway station calling the authorities to take action against those who abuse women and children. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Request for Rs. 20,000 salary raise

Railway unions staged a protest in Colom today (27) calling for a salary hike of Rs. 20,000, starting from January of the upcoming year. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Health Unions stage protest, demand Rs. 20,000 salary increase

A protest has been held by the health unions over several demands, including an increase in state salaries. They demanded an Rs. 20,000 increase in salaries, for the increment to be implemented from January next year, Pix by Nisal Baduge

Another mishap in the offing...

The bridge at the Kollupitiya railway station poses a great threat to pedestrians as it is in a very dilapidated state. There are large holes on the corroded roof that pose threats of passers-by being hit by falling pieces of the structure. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Incredible moment...

Stunning photographs show two wild stallions in a dramatic battle while fighting over a female. The horses can be seen rearing up on their hind legs while trying to bite each other’s necks in rare images taken in the Shropshire Hills. (Daily Mail)

Pahiyangala Temple conducts 'Katina Pooja' ceremony

The ’’Katina Pooja,’’ a ritual offering of new robes, took place at the Pahiyangala Ancient Temple on Sunday, presided over by the Chief Incumbent of the temple, Ven Pahiyangala Ananda Sagara Thera. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Ill Full Moon Poya: Devotees at Gangarama temple

Today is Ill Full Moon Poya Day. These photos depict scenes at the Gangarama Temple where Buddhist devotees engaged in religious activities this morning. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Protest against US stance...

A protest organized by the ’People’s Struggle Movement’ was held voicing opposition to the United States of America’s support for Israel in the Israeli-Palestinian conflicts. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Stamps, coins exhibition…

An exhibition of stamps, coins, currency notes organized by the All Ceylon Philately and Numismatics Association kicked off on Friday (24) at the New Town Hall, Colombo. The exhibition will be held until Saturday (25). Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Philatelic Exhibition at Public Library

An exhibition of vintage stamps, coins, and currency notes commenced today at the Public Library in Colombo and will be held till tomorrow (25). The event was organized by the Sri Lanka Independent Philatelic Association. Several stamps and other vintage articles are also exhibited and sold at this exhibition. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Colombo Trade Fair 2023

The year-end construction home decoration trade fair ’Colombo Trade Fair 2023’ was launched today at the BMICH under the initiative of Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka. Information on all tasks, from the initial stages of home design to occupancy, can be gained at this exhibition which will continue till November 26. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

Sounder of wild boar roaming…

Residents of the Nallathanniya area are living in constant fear of possible dangers to their lives from a sounder of wild boars frequenting the town. They pointed out that several boars had sharp tusks with which anyone could be pierced to death.

Rare and attractive sight...

The Victoria Reservoir, the main reservoir of the five hydropower reservoirs, spilled over this morning. Engineers in Charge of the reservoir said four automatic spill gates opened last morning releasing the excess water into the Mahaweli Ganga. Residents of the area said the torrential flow of water from the spill gates and the splash created a lovely and attractive sight which was very rare. Pix by Shane Seneviratne

52nd UAE National Day held in Colombo

The 52nd United Arab Emirates National Day was held today at the Galle Face Hotel in Colombo with the participation of the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates in Colombo, Khaled Nasser Al Ameri. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Orid flour declared as Calcium carbonate…

Sri Lanka Customs detected 9,600 kgs of Orid (Undu) flour brought to the country declared as Calcium carbonate to evade Customs duty. The importer, a resident of Angoda was taken into the custody of the Sri Lanka Customs over the incident. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Mother, daughter grace ’Pahim Path Mangalyaya’

A mother (42) and daughter (16) recently held the ’Pahim Path Mangalyaya’ (a stage performance a dance student performs after undertaking years of training) at the Walukaram Maha Viharaya, Katukurunda, Moratuwa for the first time in Sri Lanka’s dancing history.

Drowning jumbo rescued…

Officials from the Galkiriyagama Wildlife Office were seen rescuing a blind elephant that was in danger of drowning while crossing the swollen Kalawewa River.

Rohitha Bogollagama visits London Buddhist Vihara

Sri Lanka’s new High Commissioner to the United Kingdom Rohitha Bogollagama visited the London Buddhist Vihara immediately after assuming duties at the High Commission on Monday.

Flemingo Duty-Free Colombo

The new “Fashion Café” duty-free shop operated by Flemingo Duty Free was opened at Bandaranaike International Airport yesterday.

Leave with a positive note...

A leading group of Travel Agents from Germany arrived in Sri Lanka on Wednesday (15) on a tour organised by House of Travel Pvt. Ltd. (HOT) in association with PATA German sector.

Save the children of Gaza

A silent protest was held in front of the United Nations head office in Colombo over the killing of children due to continuous attacks. The protest was held to condemn the child killings in the Gaza Strip. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

34th anniversary of UN Convention on Rights of the child

The 34th anniversary of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child was held at the UNICEF office in Colombo under the patronage of the UNICEF representative to Sri Lanka, Christian Skoog. The Convention was adopted by the UN General Assembly on November 20, 1989. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

People's Power in protest

The National People’s Power (NPP) conducted a protest march and rally in Nugegoda with the theme “Let’s drive away crazy, corrupt regime that sells country & oppresses masses!” The event aimed to express opposition to what the organisers claim as a government that imposes increased taxes, raises commodity prices and electricity bills, sells national resources and enacts repressive decrees. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Australia Celebrates their sixth men’s ODI World Cup win...!

Pat Cummins and Co are champions again in 2023. (Pix: ICC)

Galle’s Kachchiwatta Mosque designated archaeological site

While participating in the ceremony to name the ancient Kachchiwatta Mosque at Magalla, Galle as a place of archaeological value today, Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment Manusha Nanayakkara emphasized that the time has come to ditch all forms of extremism and chauvinism and think of Sri Lanka as one nation, one people in order to achieve development and national unity. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana