The ’Sri Rahul Prathibha 2023’ art and photography exhibition the Sri Rahul Maha Vidyalaya, Kotugoda, Gampaha was held at the college yesterday where paintings by the students were showcased. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Members of the Sri Lanka National Federation of the Visually Handicapped staged a protest march to the New Town Hall today in view of International White Cane Day. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Streets of Colombo were lit up for the festive season last night. Sri Lanka is gearing up for the festive season as the government has claimed the country is out of the economic downturn. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

A felicitation ceremony named ‘Siri Asiri’ to honour veteran journalist Siri Ranasinghe, who has held the editorship of Lankadeepa for 33 consecutive years was held at the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute (SLFI) this evening. Pix by Nimalsiri Ediri

An NVQ certificate award ceremony hosted by the Public Assistance Department of the Colombo Municipal Council got underway at the New Town Hall today (20) under the patronage of Colombo Municipal Council Commissioner Badrani Jayawardana. A total of 1

A carnival ’Sathutu Lanthaya’ commenced at the BMICH today featuring fun activities and games for kids during this festive season. The event will be held till December 24 from 3.00 pm to 12 midnight. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

A special sale of items associated with pets, such as cats and dogs, got off the ground at Tayo Bear, Gregory’s Road Colombo today. The sale is organized by Catthew and Co in partnership with ANIM8.lk and Tayo Bear. Animal foods, clothes, mugs and

Bringing the holiday spirit to Colombo, the Presidential Secretariat and its vicinity was adorned with illuminations and decorations. An event was held to mark the lighting up of the city which was graced by officials including Chief of Defence Staff

A group organized a protest at Lipton Circus in Colombo demanding a ceasefire, humanitarian access and an end to occupation, in support of Palestine. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

President Ranil Wickremesinghe, serving as the Chief Guest at the invitation of Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage, attended a Passing out Parade (PoP) of the Sri Lanka Army yesterday at Sri Lanka Military Academy, Diyatalawa. A total of 279 Cadet Off

An elephant was seen on the Buttala - Kataragama road roaming in search of food. The Wildlife officials claimed that the elephant used to come to the road because people used to feed them. Pix by Nisal Baduge

As the Christmas is drawing nearer, people are seen busy purchasing Christmas trees and other decorative items in Colombo. Pix by Nisal Baduge

The second National Convention of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) was held at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium today (15) under the patronage of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa and with the participation of politicians and party stalwarts. Pi

The 37th edition of the Colombo Shopping Festival (CSF) was launched today at the BMICH with an incredible shopping experience. This ultimate shoppers’ paradise will continue till December 24 from 10.00 am to 10.00. This is a unique platform where

A series of events were organised to mark the 80th birth anniversary of Dr. Galaboda Gnanissara Thera, also known as Podi Hamuduruwo, the Chief Incumbent of the Gangaramaya Temple of Colombo yesterday. Alms were offered to 100 Buddhist monks and dry

The ’Santastic Fair 2023’ was launched at the Sri Lanka Exhibition and Convention Centre (SLECC) and will continue till December 31. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

The vegetable prices in the wholesale vegetable market in Narahenpita Economic Centre was seen skyrocketed despite the current economic crisis. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

The Daily Mirror bagged one award and two merits at the 24th edition of the Journalism Awards for Excellence 2022 held at the Mount Lavinia Hotel today (12). Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

An art exhibition by the Ratmalana School for the Deaf is being held at the JDA Perera Gallery in Colombo 7. The event is scheduled for December 12th and 13th and on the final day, attendees have the opportunity to acquire the showcased drawings. Pix

A programme to donate 100 cataract lenses was held at Lanka Hospitals on Tuesday (12) with the participation of Venerable Master Shin Yun of China and Deputy Incumbent of the Gangaramaya Temple Ven. Kirinde Assaji Thera, on the sidelines of the eight

The 8th South China Sea Buddhism Roundtable discussion kicked off at the BMICH yesterday (12), under the auspices of Chief Incumbent of the Gangaramaya Temple Venerable Galboda Gnanissara Thera and Venerable Master Yin Shun of China.

The 20th commemorative ceremony of late Ven. Gangodawila Soma Thera was held at the Siri Vajirarama Temple in Colombo. A book ’’Gotama the Budda’’ written abot the Thera was also launched at the ceremony. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

A foreign tourist to Sri Lanka visiting the Gangarama temple in Colombo today. Provisional data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows that the number of tourists who visited Sri Lanka exceeded 38,000 in the first week of Dece

Prominent Chinese Buddhist leader Venerable Master Yin Shun addressing the media briefing of the 8th South China Sea Buddhism Roundtable 2023. Deputy Incumbent of Gangarama Temple Venerable Kirinde Assaji Thera (L) and Cambodian Buddhist leader Vener

The movement of heavy vehicles has been restricted on the main road between Hali Ela and Uduwara until further notice due to heightened risks of landslides along the Badulla-Colombo main road (route No. 99). Pix by Prasad Rukmal

The Volkswagen Beetle Parade, marking 70 years of pride, took place today. The Mount Lavinia Hotel partnered with the Volkswagen Beetle Club to launch and host this motoring event. The inauguration included the flag hoisting ceremony by CEO Mr. Kumar

The fourth graduation ceremony of the Nagananda International Institute of Buddhist Studies (NIIBS) was held recently under the chairmanship Education Minister Susil Premajayantha, at the institution’s premises.

An immersive exhibition organized by ‘creativethinkers’ was held in Colombo where kids showcased their talent of art through various painting. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

The ’Home and You Lifestyle Fair 2023’ exhibition and the ’Bohra Business Expo’ were launched today at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH). The Dawoodi Bohra community in Sri Lanka launched the 5th edition of the B