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

People suffering from poverty...

With the increased prices of goods compared to last month, many people suffering from poverty are seen coming to the Delkanda Sunday Market to buy their essentials to prepare their food for living. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

Parishkara Puja held

A Parishkara Puja was held for the 18th time, to invoke blessings for devotees, under the patronage of the Vice Chancellor of the Nagahananda International Buddhist University, Ven Dr. Bodagama Chandima Thero, at Nagahananda International Buddhist University.

D.A. Rajapaksa Commemorative Oration…

The D.A. Rajapaksa Commemorative Oration for 2023 took place at the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute in Colombo. Professor Dananjaya Gamlath from Kelaniya University delivered the oration. Attendees included former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, former Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa, other members of the Rajapaksa family, Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardene, and Ministers Dr. Bandula Gunawardhana and Mahinda Amaraweera.

Motor Show 2023

The International Motor and Motor Accessories Exhibition ’Motor Show 2023’ was launched today at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conferenance Hall (BMICH) marking its 16th consecutive year. The exhibition will be held till Sunday (19) from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Rocks fall on train

The up-country railway services were disrupted due to a rock falling on the track between the Haputale and Diyatalawa railway stations this morning. The Railways Department said the rocks fell on the engine of the Badulla-bound train from Colombo. Pix by Prasad Rukmal

Christmas decorations in London

People walking and buying their needs at the X-mas market in Leicester Square, London in preparation for the upcoming Christmas season. The streets of the town are decorated with colourful Christmas decorations. Picture courtesy Raveen Mohottala from the UK

“We are who we are’’

“We are who we are’’ (Apita Inne api), a reconciliation drive was launched under the patronage of Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment Manusha Nanayakkara at the Ministry Auditorium in Narahenpita today (November 16). Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Donation to pre-school...

The Sri Lanka Army and Lakdana Media Network organized a distribution of books and school equipment, school uniforms, and bank accounts to Namaloya Virumuthu Nursery School and Kahatagasyaya College in Ampara recently. It was presided over by Major General Vipula Chandrasiri, commander of the 24th Infantry Division. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

A celebration of greatness...!

Former Sri Lankan cricketer Aravinda de Silva, former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag and former Indian women’s cricketer Diana Edulji inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame on Monday. The trio’s outstanding contributions to the sport will be celebrated with an on-field ceremony at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai during the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 semi-final.

Special eye clinic for religious leaders

A special eye clinic was held at the National Eye Hospital auditorium for all religious leaders today. The clinic began at 8 a.m. and will continue till 1 p.m. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel.