The members of the Inter-University Students’ Federation (IUSF) today indulged in a protest in front of the Terrorism Investigation Division (TID) in Colombo demanding the release of IUSF Convenor Wasantha Mudalige and Galwewa Siridhamma Thera who

An open joint protest was held in front of the Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL), with the participation of academic and non-academic employees against the imposition of taxes on people who are already suffocated by the current economic crisis. Pix

The Lin Songtian, President of China People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries attended a conference organized by Sri Lanka-China Friendship Associations today at Shangri-La Hotel. Lin Songtian who is on a four-day visit to the isl

The members of the Inter University Students’ Federation (IUSF) today launched a silent protest in front of the UN Human Rights Council head office in Colombo, demanding the release of Inter-University Students’ Federation (IUSF) Convenor Wasant

Fifteen suspects including National Organiser of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya Women’s Wing former MP Hirunika Premachandra were today ordered to be released on bail after being produced before Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court. Pix by Nisal Baduge

A convocation and presentation of certificates for 2022, was held today at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) by the IDM Nations Campus International. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Holy Family Convent, Kurunegala emerged the Milo All Island Schools Netball champions for the 13th successive year when they bagged the champions’ title at the 29th Milo All Island Schools Netball Championship concluded at the Albert F. Peiris Stad

At least 15 protesters of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) including National Organiser of the SJB Women’s Wing former MP Hirunika Premachandra were arrested by the Cinnamon Garden police during a protest at Colombo 7 a short while ago. Pix by Nisa

England beat Pakistan to win the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 title

The 33rd Commemoration of the ‘November Heroes’ was held at Viharamahadevi Park in the outdoor theater today. The event was held by the Janatha Vimukti Peramuna (JVP) to commemorate their comrades, including the founder of the JVP, Rohana Wijewee

Troops of 24 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment and 2 (V) Battalion Sri Lanka Light Infantry under 144 Infantry Brigade assisted in clearing bamboo bushes stuck on a pillar of the ‘Podi Palama’ that is built across the Kelani River in Nawagamuwa and Mapiti

Every year on November 14, World Diabetes Day is observed. On account of that, a march and an awareness program organized by the Sri Lanka Diabetes Federation and Sri Lanka College of Endocrinology were held today at the Viharamahadevi Park under the

The ‘Poppy Day’ ceremony, was held this morning at the Colombo Viharamahadevi Park cenotaph. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

The Board of Management of The Colombo Friend-in-need Society and the Organising Committee of Aidex 2022 today conducted a Sports Festival for the Jaipur Limb users at Rifle Green Grounds near Air Force Headquarters, at Sri Chittampalam A. Gardiner M

The ’Western Breeze and Food Festival’ got underway last night at Marine Drive in Colpetty. This food festival is organized by the Tourist Board and some other organizations. Tourists from overseas and locals are seen eagerly taking part at the f

The ’Wedding Show’ exhibition and trade show started today at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Centre, Colombo. The event was organized by the Asia Exhibition & Conventions for the 14th consecutive time. The exhibition will be held u

Aragalaya activists today launched a token strike outside the United Nations head office in Colombo, demanding the release of Inter-University Students’ Federation (IUSF) Convenor Wasantha Mudalige and Ven. Galwewa Siridhamma Thera who have been de

Seven newly appointed Ambassadors and a High Commissioner to Sri Lanka presented their credentials to President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (11).

A letter was handed over to the Chinese Embassy, appealing the Chinese government to assist in debt restructuring. However, the letter was not accepted by the Embassy. The people who handed over the letter said they would ask the Foreign Ministry to

The launch of Thambili Culture Boutique was held this morning at Ward Place in Colombo 7. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Ambassador of the Republic of Korea Santhush Woonjin Jfong organized an event on Thursday on the occasion of ’ Feel the real Korea - a Virtual Tour 2022’ at the Colombo City Centre to attract more tourism for Korea. State Minister of Foreign Affa

People are seen queuing up in front of gas dealer outlets to get their gas cylinders. It was the dealers who did not respond by placing their orders on time, there was a minor LITRO gas hiccup with the delivery and distribution of cooking gas. Howeve

Passing out parade of the 81st intake of the Special Task Force (STF) consisted 191 police constables, held at the Katukurunda STF Training School yesterday in the presence of Public Security Minister Tiran Alles, Secretary of the Ministry of Public

The Sri Lankan men’s and women’s rugby teams left for South Korea today (9) in view of participating in the second leg of the Asian Rugby Sevens tournament, as the Sports Ministry arranged to release an amount of Rs. 15 million for the tour. Pix

Aragalaya campaign activists held a demonstration today to commemorate the Aragala campaign, which was held at the Galle Face Green six months ago. The activists demanded the government release all political prisoners and withdraw the controversial P

For the welfare of children’s homes, a musical concert was organized by the ’’Together We Help’’ organization. The concert will be held on November 20 at Colombo Bishop’s Hall at 7 p.m. The income collected from this concert will be given

President Ranil Wickremesinghe had talks with the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva, Finance Minister of Ghana Ken Ofori-Atta and the Speaker of the People’s Majlis of the Maldives and former President

Aviyana Private Chalets is considered as the first five-star with seven-star facility hotel project with the ’pick & cook’ dining concept in South Asia to open its wings to the hospitality sector which provides luxurious, exquisite and individual

Foreigners are seen enjoying their visit to Sri Lanka by engaging in excursions to the scenic areas of the country. The number of tourists visiting in the country is on the rise is evident through this. Many tourists from Slovakia, Sweden, and Norway

Religious observances were conducted in Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharaya, Boralesgamuwa and Gangaramaya Temple, Colombo today in view of the Ill Poya which also marked the end of the “Vas” period. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel and Pradeep Dilrukshana