Incredible pictures show two stallions fighting in a test of strength at a horse sanctuary, with their manes going wild as they duel. The series of images, taken at the Onaqui Wild Horse Sanctuary in Utah, capture a pair of stallions in the midst of

People’s Protest against State Repression today engaged in a signature campaign to hand over a collective proposal to the government to take immediate action against the violation of fundamental rights of the protesters and demand the release of th

Indians have celebrated Diwali as earthen oil lamps and dazzling lights lit up homes and streets across the country to mark the Hindu festival that symbolises the victory of light over darkness. Diwali, which is a national holiday across India, is ty

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa is seen participating at a religious observances at the opposition leader’s office in view of the Deepavali festival today. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

A beach cleaning program was launched today at the Dehiwala coast in line with the program’s objective of creating a healthy ocean. The program was organized by the UN Development Program (UNDP) and the Pearl Protection Program. Pix by Kithsiri De

Devotees gathered at the Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil in Kochchikade are engaged in religious observances to celebrate Deepavali festival today. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Upon successful completion of their basic training, 238 recruits of the 248th intake of Sri Lanka Navy’s Regular and Volunteer Forces, passed out at the main parade ground of SLNS Vidura in Sampoor, Trincomalee yesterday.

The ’Young Eye on Nature’ the Annual Wildlife Photography Exhibition and ‘Kin Wild’ the Annual Wildlife Art Exhibition, will be held for three days from today at the JDA Perera Art Gallery, Colombo. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

A walk and vehicle parade was organised in support of our Cricket Team for the World Cup 2022, commenced from the Abans Head Office, Colombo 3 this morning. The parade featured creative acts and vehicles graphically decorated under a universal cricke

The MIREKA Tower, the Commercial Building of Havelock City, was opened by President Ranil Wickremesinghe today. Havelock City Pvt Limited Chairman Ajit Jayaratne, Director and Chief Executive Officer of the company, Pravir Samarasinghe, Director Mild

South Asia’s fastest man Yupun Abeykoon singed an agreement with the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) as brand ambassador during a media briefing held in Colombo today to announce the 2022 edition of SLIM SME Development Awards (SMEDA).

The 12th Defense Services Games, where the three armed services engage in sportsmanship, ceremonially commenced at the Sri Lanka Army Indoor Stadium in Panagoda with the gracious presence of Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, General (Retd) Kamal

The maiden harvest of a green apple plantation in Sri Lanka was presented to President Ranil Wickremesinghe this morning (20) at the Presidential Secretariat. (PMD)

Miss Tourism World 2022 will host its grand finale in Sri Lanka this December, from 8th to 21st, with 80 winners from 80 countries. Sri Lanka secured the opportunity to host the event after competing with 15 countries, said Miss Tourism World 2022 P

A group of Thai Buddhist delegation arrived at the Katunayake International Airport yesterday with aid for Sri Lanka on a five-day visit.

The Milad-Un-Nabi Celebration was held today with the participation of Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa at the Former President’s official residence in Colombo.

The Employees’ Union of Petroleum Corporation today staged a protest at the Polduwa junction near Parliament against a bill being taken up for debate in Parliament today which is expected to pave the way for the liberalization of the petroleum indu

The Diyatha Api Aragale organization recently held a protest at the Polduwa juntion in Battaramulla against the hike in water and electricity bill, looting of people’s money and against arrest of peaceful protesters, and the suppression. Pix by Kit

The Association for Relatives of Enforced Disappearances today held a protest near UN compound Colombo calling for an international probe on enforced disappearances. They handed over petitions to a number of foreign missions in Colombo. Pix by Nisal

Several roads in Gampaha were under water today with the overflowing of Attanagalu oya. Adverse weather conditions in several districts caused havoc with several families being affected and leaving four people dead. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja Pix by K

Minor flooding was reported in low-lying areas in Colombo along the Kelani River due to the overnight rain that experienced in many parts of the country. Pictures show some low-lying areas and roads in Colombo inundated due to floods. Pix by Pradeep

The Women For Freedom organisation was launched under the patronage of former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga to raise awareness among society and serve justice to victims of all forms of abuse. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja.

Colombo went gloomy today with the continuous rains throughout the day. People were seen engaged in their daily activities despite the rain. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Vehicle movements on the Southern Expressway (E-01) have been interrupted due to flooding at the Welipenna Interchange, expressway police said. Pix by Bandu Tambavita

The higher education and career fair EDUEXPO 2022 commenced today (14) at the Sri Lanka Exhibition & Conventional Center (SLECC) and will go on till Sunday, October 16. The career fair will start at 10 a.m. and be held until 7 p.m. Pix by Kithsiri de

Sri Lanka National Women’s Cricket Team beat Pakistan by 1 run today at Sylhet to qualify for the Women’s T20 Asia Cup final for the first time. Pictures courtesy Asian Cricket Council

State Minister Sanath Nishantha is seen leaving the Court of Appeal after appearing in three contempt of court cases filed over an alleged contemptuous statement. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Due to the low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of the island, Colombo went gloomy today with the continuous rains. Vehicles and people were seen moving in Colombo, even in the rain, for essential services. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

A group of representatives of the Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen’s Association (SLESA) met the State Minister of Defence Pramitha Bandara Tennakoon and pinned a Poppy Flower on him today (12 Oct). Sri Lanka Ex- Servicemen’s Association annually organize

This astonishing image of a buzzing ball of cactus bees spinning over the hot sand on a Texas ranch has helped its creator to win the coveted Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. (Daily Mail)