The University Trade Union Joint Committee today staged a protest in front of the University Grants Commission (UGC) demanding the authorities to re-arrange the university enrollment procedure and to stop robbing the Universities Provident Fund (UPF)

The People’s Movement to Save Schools today organized an agitation in front of the Education Ministry to protest the government’s move to transfer the financial burden of school education to the parents and to allocate 6% of the budget. The cost

A Turkish Malakli who stands at 7ft 2in and weighs the same as a baby elephant has been described as the UK’s biggest dog.

A lighter moment at the 68th annual convention of the Sri Lanka Press Association (SLPA) was held at the BMICH with the participation of Transport and Media Minister Bandula Gunawardene as the chief guest. Minister Gunawardene having a lighter moment

The Ceylon Bank Employees’ Union, Government Medical Officers’ Union and other professional unions held a protest today near the Finance Ministry at Lotus Road, Colombo, demanding the immediate withdrawal of the arbitrary tax amendments. They dis

Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment, Manusha Nanayakkara, officially launched ’Garu Saru,’ the latest initiative designed to enhance standards and recognition for individuals in the informal sector.

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) Employees’ Union staged a protest outside the Ceylon Electricity Board against selling of the CEB to 14 companies, increasing electricity tariffs and several other demands. Pix by Nisal Baduge

The Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Private Limited (AASL) today welcomed AzurAir as the first direct charter flight between Russia and Sri Lanka.

The World Fellowship of Buddhist Sri Lanka held a peaceful protest in front of the World Buddhist Federation of Sri Lanka in Colombo today calling for the protection of human rights and an end to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Social activist Oshala Herath, who instituted legal action against State Minister Diana Gamage over her citizenship issue, leaves the Supreme Court premises along with his lawyers. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Sri Lanka Air Force personnel engaged in clearing the road which was blocked after a branch of a tree fell on three vehicles on Duplication Road this evening. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Members of the Provincial and State Workers Union Collective staged a protest in front of Sethsiripaya, demanding a salary increase. Similar protests took place throughout the country, with the collective aim of addressing this issue. Pix by Pradeep

A group of state workers staged a protest in Colombo urging the authorities to allocate funds for a Rs. 20,000 pay hike in the upcoming budget. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Turkish Airlines today commenced direct flights between Sri Lanka and Istanbul after ten years. Accordingly, four weekly flights will operate between the two countries.

The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) has received 7523 complaints in the first eight months of 2023. More than 4,000 complaints related to crimes against children related to children in need of care, compulsory education, and cruelty.

The Sri Lanka Optometric Association’s (SLOA) Annual Scientific Sessions and Trade Exhibition was held today at the Monarch Imperial in Sri Jayawardenepura, with the theme ’’STAY FOCUSED.

The Sri Lanka team conducted a training session last afternoon at the Pune cricket stadium ahead of their World Cup group game against Afghanistan on Monday. Pix by Champika Fernando

Devotees at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo are seen taking part in religious observances on Vap Full Moon Poya day which falls today. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

A group of medical students was fired tear gas and water cannons near the Nelum Pokuna in Colombo by the police yesterday. They were protesting against the government’s alleged move to destroy free education with the support of several private univ

The three-day Sri Lanka Print Exhibition and Trade Fair 2023 organised by the Sri Lanka Association of Printers (SLAP) jointly with the Sri Lanka Institute of Packaging kicked off at the BMICH.

Transport and Highways Minister Bandula Gunawardana claimed that there are 30 dilapidated bridges available around the country, and the Road Development Authority has estimated that more than Rs. 2,000 million is needed to complete the repairs. Accor

‘Youth for Change’ staged a demonstration in Colombo today (26) calling for an end to the Israeli–Palestinian conflict. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

A protest organised by the ’Colombo Action Committee’ was held today opposite the Fort Railway Station calling for an end to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

The Korean ship ’Kwanggaeto the Great’ arrived at the Colombo Port today. Ministers Nimal Siripala de Silva, State Minister Tharaka Balasuriya, Chief of Defence Staff General Shavendra Silva, Navy Commander Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, Ambassad

A media conference was held at the Sri Lanka Customs headquarters today to brief on the progress achieved by the Sri Lanka Customs. It was chaired by Customs spokesman Sivali Arukgoda. Customs Directors Ranjith Kumarasinghe and Nimal Samarathunga wer

The Port Trade Union’s Collective (PTUC) staged a protest in front of the Khan Clock Tower in Colombo during their lunch break, demanding the government to increase their salaries due to high living costs. They requested a 36-percent salary increme

The All Ceylon Ayurveda Health Services Union (ACAWU) staged a protest in Colombo today over several demands. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) welcomed the first charter flight of a series of charter flight operations of Lot Polish Airlines today operating from the Czech Republic, with 252 international tourists arriving in Sri Lanka. Pictures courte

The Sri Lanka Air Force conducted its Annual Religious Ceremony and Almsgiving at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth, with Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, the Commander of the Air Force, in attendance. This event was organized to seek blessings for the comm

An SUV flipped on its side at Horton Place this afternoon. Several traffic police personnel gathered beside the road.