St. Joseph’s College qualified for the semi-finals of the President’s Trophy Schools Rugby Knockout Tournament beating St. Anthony’s College Kandy 34-14 at the Royal Sports Complex today. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

The Nestomalt Cycling Challenge 2022, organized by the Cycling Federation of Sri Lanka under the guidance of the Ministry of Youth and Sports for the second consecutive year with the Nestle Lanka was held under seven categories on Sunday at Vihara Ma

Lengthening queues are seen again in front of petrol sheds in Colombo, after an initial easing of queues following the implementation of the National Fuel Pass. Pix by Samantha Perera and Pradeep Dilrukshana

Former film idol-turned parliamentarian Ranjan Ramanayake is seen taking part in religious activities at the Gangaramaya Temple yesterday. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Former MP Ranjan Ramanayake is seen with crowds who gathered at welikada Prison after he was released today. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

A felicitation ceremony held today at the Hemasiri Fernando Auditorium, Colombo for the medal winners at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Ceylon Mercantile Industrial and General Works Union (CMU) today staged a protest demanding the government to reduce fuel, electricity, bus fares and cost of living. Pix Nimalsiri Edirisinghe.

The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has taken steps to start fogging to prevent the spread of dengue virus in the Colombo municipality areas, including Vidyala Mawatha in District 2, MOH office in Colombo 13, as a precautionary measure to control the

The first community kitchen concept was launched today at the Samagipura housing scheme at Grandpass with a view to help provide a meal for the people with low income families. The concept was introduced by Colombo Mayoress Rosy Senanayake to prepare

The new office for the National Struggle Centre (NSC) was opened today at Vauxhall Street, Colombo 2, and held the first media briefing. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Tower Hall Theatre Foundation and Open University of Sri Lanka signed an MoU to promote Tamil Drama and Performing Arts School today at the Office of the Vice-Chancellor of Sri Lanka Open University. A Tamil drama diploma course will be introduced a

Even though the QR code system was introduced under the National Fuel Pass (NFP) scheme, vehicles are still seen queuing at several filling stations in Colombo. Pix by Warun Wanniarachchi

Embarking on a concept of the Western Province Agricultural Services Authority Chairman, the first project of the opening of organic supermarkets and restaurants chain took place yesterday (22) under the distinguished patronage of the Western Provinc

Picture shows eggs are being sold at a lower price than the maximum retail price of Rs.43 at the Pettah market. Several egg centres are complying with the government’s rule to sell brown and white eggs at Rs.45 and Rs.43 respectively. Pix by Nisal

A silent protest was staged yesterday by a group of protesters near the Slave Island Police station after a social activist Nuwan Neelamuni representing the Independent Youth Front, came to give a statement to the police on the allegation that he had

The opening ceremony of the People’s Bank’s Hyde Park Corner Branch was held at a new location today. People’s Bank Chief Executive Officer/General Manager Ranjith Kodituwakku graced the event. The new location is at No 33, Parkland Building, P

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) trade union activists today staged a protest in front of the Energy Ministry in Colombo against the proposed restructuring project of the corporation. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

School children are seen wearing face masks as basic health guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19 which has been found spreading quite alarmingly among people in the recent past. Pix by Nisal Baduge

President Ranil Wickremesinghe who visited Mihintale sacred site today (21) engaged in religious observances and received blessings. Thereafter, the President paid a courtesy call on the Chief Incumbent Venerable Dr. Walavahangunaweve Dhammaratana Th

A demonstration was held at Colombo Fort against the unlawful arrest and detention of IUSF Convener Wasantha Mudalige and two other activists under the Prevention of Terrorism Act. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

The 81st healing service of the Thewatta Basilica held yesterday in Ragama with Archbishop of Colombo, His Eminence Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith as chief guest and with the participation of other bishops. The Cardinal said no government that had ruled th

The Principal and Old Boys Association of Isipathana College held a felicitation program on Friday (19) at the college to recognize the Dialog U19 League champion team of Isipathana year 2022. Isipathana Captain Dahan Wickrmarachchi led the side to s

St. Thomas’ College edged out St. Peter’s College for a 23-22 in their traditional rugby fixture for the Archibald Perera trophy, played at Bambalapitiya. The Thomians led 20-14 at half-time. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

A protest organized by Centre for Private Sector Worker’s rights, Centre for Labour Struggle, Centre for Private Sector Worker Rights and Women for Freedom was held in front of Labour Office in Colombo. They urged for stoppage of child labour and t

The first handbook on ‘Gender, Sexual and Gender Based Violence in Disaster’ was launched by the Disaster Management Center (DMC) with the technical assistance of the United Nations Populations Fund (UNFPA), financial support of the Department of

President Ranil Wickremesinghe paid a visit to veteran artiste Jackson Anthony, who is receiving treatment at the Colombo National Hospital after having sustained serious injuries in a tragic road mishap.

People engaged in several small-scale businesses gathered at a protest in front of the Sri Lanka Customs office today demanding the ban imposed on importing goods by foreign transit traders from August 9 lifted. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Police fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse the Inter-University Student Federation (IUSF) protest march at Slave Island today. Pix by Samantha Perera

The Collective of Ayurvedic Trade Unions today staged a protest in front of the Ayurvedic teaching hospital in Borella over several demands, such as not providing the recommended diet to the patients and a lack of medicine and equipment. Pix by Nimsa

Members of the National Campaign to Preserve Bodu Heritage today staged a protest at the ’Agitation Site’ at the Galle Face Green over several demands, including to defeat the divisive conspiracy. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi