Urging support for struggling artistes...

The United Youth Artistes’ Forum emphasized the importance of maintaining the stability that the country has achieved and called for assistance for artistes who they claim have become helpless in the wake of the economic crisis. Artists Senaka Wijesinghe, Rajitha Hiran and Kumar Jayakatha were among those who voiced these concerns at a media briefing. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Expo 2024 at BMICH

The Build Sri Lanka Housing & Construction International Expo 2024 was launched today at the BMICH with several novel features. The exhibition will be held till Sunday (12) and will also feature many stalls of companies from several countries as it is an international exhibition. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

STF officers honored for rescuing hostage children

A team of Special Task Force (STF) officers, lauded for their bravery in rescuing two children held hostage by their father in Jalthara, Hanwella, were honored with cash prizes in recognition of their exemplary service.

National women's cricket team returns

The Sri Lanka national women’s cricket team, which won the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier final, arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport this morning. Pix by T.K.G. Kapila

Diana unseated!

The Supreme Court has ruled that State Minister Diana Gamage does not meet the legal qualifications necessary to hold a parliamentary seat. Counsel Hafeel Farisz with Oshala Herath who petitioned against Diana Gamage walk out of court following the judgement .

Programme initiated to manufacture artificial limbs

The Sri Lanka Army, in bilateral cooperation with the High Commission of India in Sri Lanka, yesterday initiated a programme to manufacture artificial limbs at the Ranaviru Sevana, Ragama.

University non-academic workers protest in front of UGC

University non-academic workers protested outside the University Grants Commission (UGC) today, highlighting eleven key demands. These include unresolved salary anomalies and unfulfilled government promises regarding allowances and other facilities. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Fox Hill Supercross Supermoto highlights

During the Fox Hill Supercross 2024 competition, Isuru Madhuranga won first place representing the Sri Lanka Army in the Supermoto 125cc to 750cc motorcycle race.

First-ever Inter-Indian Association Cricket Tournament

The Indian Cultural Association (ICA) yesterday hosted the first-ever Inter-Indian Association Cricket Tournament. The event featured matches between various Indian associations in Sri Lanka. The highlight of the day was the exhibition match between the Legends of 96, the Sri Lanka cricket team that won the ICC world cup in 1996, and the Indian Diaspora. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Spring Awakening...

IDM Nations Campus International organized a lively event titled ’’Spring Awakening’’ at the Police Park Grounds in Colombo to commemorate the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. This significant event, led by Dr. V. Janagan, Chairman of IDM Nations Campus International drew a large audience including esteemed faculty members, hundreds of students and notable guests.

O/L exam begins...

The GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) examinations began this morning across the country. Candidates were seen arriving at examination centres in the Colombo district. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

New year festival

Dam Street Police and the local Community Committee celebrated their New Year festival at Gunasinghepura. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Buying veggies....

People are seen busy buying vegetables at the Delkanda Sunday fair, despite the higher prices. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Offering alms to Bhikkhus

An afternoon alms offering was held today by several devotees for the Bhikkhus residing at the Siri Vajiragnana Dharmayathanaya in Maharagama. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

'Wild Sri Lanka' Wildlife photography exhibition opens

The ’Wild Sri Lanka’ Wildlife Photography Exhibition will run for three days starting today at the JDA Perera Art Gallery in Colombo. Pix by Nisal Baduge

10th anniversary commemorated...

The tenth anniversary of the All Ceylon United Cultural Foundation was held yesterday (4), in Colombo. Foundation President Dr. Kushan Jayamindah Silva, Gampaha District Coordinating Officer Hasitha Kosala and other members participated in this event where cultural performances, local medical professionals and artists were appreciated. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Dispersed...

Police resorted to using water cannons to disperse a group of protesting medical students near Viharamahadevi Park in Colombo 07.

Protest over salary issues...

The Joint Committee of Government Executive Officers staged a protest outside the Finance Ministry based on several demands including salary issues. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Large crowd at NPP May Day rally

National People’s Power (NPP) led by Anura Kumara Dissanayake held its May Day rally at CWW Kannagara Mawatha in Colombo attended by large crowds. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

SJB May Day rally

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Leader Sajith Premadasa is seen at the SJB May Day Rally held in Chatham Street, Colombo today. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

MR at SLPP May Day Rally

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) held its May Day rally at Campbell Park, Borella. Pix by Nisal Baduge

UNP May Day rally

United National Party (UNP)led by President Ranil Wickremesinghe held its May Day rally at Maligawatte. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Large crowds at NPP Matara, Anuradhapura rallies

Thousands of supporters gathered for the National People’s Power (NPP) May Day rallies held in Anuradhapura, Jaffna and Matara today in addition to its main rally held in Town Hall, Colombo.

Maithri out, Wijeyadasa in...

Minister of Justice Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe took the stage alongside former President Maithripala Sirisena at the Sri Lanka Freedom Party May Day rally in Gampaha today. Rajapakshe, who retains his membership with the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) through which he entered Parliament in 2020, was named as the SLFP’s Presidential candidate for the upcoming elections earlier today. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

President at Kotagala May Day rally

President Ranil Wickremesinghe participated in the Ceylon Workers’ Congress May Day rally in Kotagala where he announced that the daily wage of plantation workers has been increased to Rs. 1,700. Pix by Ranjith Rajapakse

Special trains bring UNP supporters for May Day rally

United National Party (UNP) supporters paticipating in the May Day rally today were transported to Colombo by special trains. UNP chairman and former Minister Vajira Abeywardene joined then from Ahangama. Two more special trains operate, one from Beliatta and another from Galle, to provide trainsport to the participants of the rally. Pix by D.G. Sugathapala

Do not politicise May Day rallies

The New Labour People’s Organization today staged a protest in front of the Fort Railway Station, demanding the government not politicise the May Day rallies. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Late President Premadasa commemorated

The 31st memorial ceremony of former President late Ranasinghe Premadasa was held today at Aluthkade near his statue. Religious leaders, all family members, Members of Parliament led by Sajith Premadasa, paid their tributes. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Singers arrive from India for National May Day rally

A group of singers from India arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) yesterday (April 30) to perform in the music concert organized in conjunction with the National May Day rally of the government. Vijay Balakrishnan, Ramya Nagercovil, Daniel Jayaram and Reshma Sundaram are among several other Indian musicians, such as Dharmar Satya Prakash and Nurani Varsha, also scheduled to visit the country today for the concert. Pix by T.K.G

Working to earn their living

Though it is May Day or workers’ day today, people still struggle to earn their living at Colombo Fort. This makes it obvious that everyone who works must do so to make ends meet. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana