Protest against Canadian PM’s statement

A silent protest was staged today in front of the Canadian embassy in response to a statement made by the Canadian Premier Justin Trudeau. The protest was organized in opposition to comments made by the Prime Minister about the loss of life among the Tamil community, including in the Mullivaikal massacre, where tens of thousands were killed, with many more missing, injured, or displaced. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel.

Industry 2023

The ’’Industry 2023’’ National Industry Exhibition was commenced today at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Exhibition Hall, Colombo, under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

A parade of locally assembled vehicles

A ’National Vehicle Parade’ was held today with more than 150 locally assembled vehicles inline with the Industry 2023 - National Industry Exhibition. The parade was jointly organized by the Ministry of Industries and the Industrial Development Board. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Fumigating to curb dengue outbreak

In a bid to eradicate dengue-spreading mosquitos, health personnel in protective suits fumigating the areas surrounding the Gothatuwa Police area. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Coral reef conservation...

Port City Colombo, which extends from the central business district of Colombo, showcases a profound commitment to environmental conservation through the development of extensive coastal and marine habitats.

Free women....

Several members of the Women’s Movement for Freedom staged a protest today in front of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) over the risks that Sri Lankan women have to face when being employed in Middle Eastern and other foreign countries. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

74th birthday of former President

A religious ceremony was held at the Gouthama Viharaya, Narahenpita to mark the 74th birthday of former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa under the patronage of Venerable Dr. Itthepane Dhammalankara Thero. Anunayake Reverend Vedaruve Upali Thero of the Asgiri Chapter conducted religious observances with the participation of members of the Maha Sanga and others. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Gothami Balika celebrated 77th anniversary

The Gothami Balika Vidyalaya today celebrated its 77th anniversary. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Navy helps devotees engaged in ‘Paada Yaathra’

The Sri Lanka Navy began providing assistance to devotees who are marching the annual foot pilgrimage, known as ‘Paada Yaathra’ from Jaffna to Sella Kathragama. The Navy looked into the requirements of the pilgrims marching the segment from the entrance of Kumana National Park to Kumbukkan Oya.

Late PM Dudley Senanayake remembered

The statue of former Prime Minister the late D.S. Senanayake is garlanded on the occasion of his 112th birth anniversary in Colombo. The function to mark the birth anniversary was held today with the participation of Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardane, UNP deputy leader Ruwan Wijewardene and former Minister Rukman Senanayake were also among the participants at the event. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Don’t Let It Go!

Once upon a time, in a land not so far away... a team of Disney Imagineers helped fans reconstruct the the most magical place on earth in their multi-million dollar properties.

Father’s day

Today is father’s day where fathers around the world are remembered by their children for their contribution to the family and society. But not all fathers can celebrate. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Don’t skip a beat

The Rotary Club of Colombo West and the Rotary Club of Colombo Metropolitan held a media brefing today at the Lanka Hospital auditorium, Colombo 5, on the children’s heart surgery project named ‘Don’t Skip A Beat’. High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, Gopal Baglay was also present at the event. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

International Yoga Day observed

People celebrated Intentional Yoga Day with an event organized by the Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka at Independent Squire today June 17, 2023. International Yoga Day is observed on June 21.Pic by Pradeep Pathirana

Philatelic Exhibition…

A Philatelic Exhibition organized by the Media Ministry and the Department of Posts was launched on Friday (15) at the Sri Lanka Post Headquarters. The exhibition will be held until Sunday (18). In the exhibition, people have the opportunity to stamps. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

What a stink!

A huge quantity of garbage was seen dumped on the beach at Wellawatta raising concerns over haphazard dumping practices of people and some companies. It mostly consists of bottle caps, lids, plastic drinking cups, straws and shoes. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Customs destroy largest fag haul

Sri Lanka Customs along with the Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC) today destroyed the largest haul of illicit cigarettes detected in the country’s history, which is over 200 million sticks that came in 21 containers in 2021 with an estimated value of Rs. 9.7 billion. It took place in Muthurajawela in the presence of top Customs and CTC officials, including State Minister of Finance Ranjith Siyambalapitiya. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Secure jobs, wages

The Socialist Equality Party held a demonstration in Colombo today demanding the formation of workers’ action committees to fight against the privatization of state assets and to secure jobs and wages. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Protest against selling state institutions

The Joint Trade Union organized a protest in front of the Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation (SLIC) head office in Colombo today against the government’s decision to sell the state institutions including the insurance company. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Felicitation for Master Shi Fa Zhao

Another felicitation ceremony was held at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo to honor Master Shi Fa Zhao, the Chief Abbot of the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum, and the Golden Pagoda Buddhist Temple in Singapore. Packs of dry rations were distributed among low-income families, and school bags and books were distributed among schoolchildren in view of the birthday of the Thera. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

UNP launches digital app

The UNP digital app was launched at the party’s Central Bala Mandala meeting in Gunasinghepura, Colombo. UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene, General Secretary Palitha Range Bandara and National Organizer Sagala Ratnayake were present during the launch. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Donate blood, saves lives

A blood donation campaign conducted at the Education Ministry today in line with World Blood Donor Day (WBDD). The campaign was organised by the Transport division of the ministry. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Army doctors enter Guinness World Records

A group of Army doctors has removed a large size kidney stone from a man, which is said to be the world’s largest and heaviest kidney stone (calculus) removed following a major operation, the Army said. The stone was removed on Thursday (1) at the Colombo Army Hospital, entering the Guinness World Records, it said.

To the deities, against closing down CWE

The CWE United Trade Union Alliance dashed coconuts today at the Modara Hindu temple against the attempt to close the Cooperative Wholesale Establishment (CWE) by Trade, Commerce and Food Security Minister Nalin Fernando.

SLBFE signs MoU with Korean shipbuilding industry

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE), the Sri Jinaratana Institute affiliated with the Gangaramaya Temple and Korean Cluelife Institute to establish a training center to train Sri Lankan’s for employment in the Korean shipbuilding industry.

150th national day of Philippines

The 150th national day of the Philippines was marked with a ceremony held at Marino Beach, Colombo, with the participation of Consul General Honorem Huch Sri Lala Dissanayake as the Chief Guest. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Mount Mayon spews lava

The Philippines’ most active volcano began spewing lava and sulfuric gas Sunday, prompting the evacuation of nearly 13,000 residents in the southeast of the country’s main island. Situated on Luzon Island about 330 kilometers (205 miles) southeast of Manila, Mayon is one of the world’s most active volcanoes. (AFP)

Master Shi Fa Zhao of Singapore felicitated

A special felicitation ceremony was held at the BMICH today to honour Master Shi Fa Zhao, the Chief Abbot of the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum and the Golden Pagoda Buddhist Temple in Singapore, in appreciation of many years of his service to Buddhism and Sri Lanka, which was attended by Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena and Gangaramaya Chief Prelate Ven. Galaboda Gnanissara Thera. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Alms giving to invoke blessings on Ven. Xi Pashao thera

An alms giving was held today at the Hunupitiya Gangarama Temple to invoke blessings on Ven. Master Xi Pashao Thera, the head of Buddhist Tooth Relic Temple and Museum as well as the Golden Pagoda in Singapore, on the guidance of Chief Prelate of the Colombo Gangaramaya Temple Ven. Dr. Galaboda Gnanissara Thera.

Culinary Art Food Expo at BMICH

’Cafe 2023’, the Culinary Art Food Expo International Processed Food and Hospitality Exhibition, was launched today at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH). The exhibition will be held until Sunday (11) from 11.00 am to 7.00 pm. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel