The Colombo Municipal Council was illuminated in vibrant pink for the fourth consecutive year on October 3, symbolizing the unwavering support for the Breast Cancer Awareness Month in sync with the Global Landmark Illumination Campaign initiated in 2

A ceremony to obtain blessings on the Sri Lanka Army and its regimental flags was held at the historic Kataragama Kiri Vehera and Kataragama Devala Premises yesterday (2), to commemorate the 74th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Army. The event was under

Educational materials such as books were handed over to children who are from low-income families and attending school (Harvard College) in Dam Street, Colombo. The Dam Street Police and the area community committee members provided the facilities fo

The Lawyers’ Collective held a media conference in Colombo today, where former BASL Presidents Saliya Peiris, Upul Jayasuriya, MP M. S. Sumanthiuran, and former MP Jayampathi Wickramaratne participated together with scores of lawyers. The Collectiv

The Inter University Students’ Federaton (IUSF) today staged a protest in front of the Fort railway station demanding the governmnet to abolish the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) and Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA). Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Minor flooding was reported in low-lying areas in the suburbs of Colombo due to the prevailing high rainfall. As a result, several roads were inundated. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

International Children’s Day was celebrated by the British Council in Colombo, where a story-telling through puppetry session with Sulochana Dissanayake was held. Children and parents enjoying the interactive storytelling session, which brought rea

Children at the Dehiwala Zoo together with their parents as the entrance fees was made free for them to mark World Childrens’ Day today. Meanwhile, another Children’s Day event was held at Rathna Sri Ghanarama Pothgul Viharaya Batuwatta, Ragama.

A coastal storm unleashed more than 7 inches of rain in New York City, stranding vehicles, closing roads and causing travel delays as record amounts of rain fell.

A group of tourists from overseas enjoining their day at Galle Face today. According to the Tourism Authority, more than one million tourists have visited Sri Lanka this year. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

People walking along the streets of Colombo with umbrellas as heavy showers were experienced during the day. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Devotees are seen taking part in religious observances at the Kalutara Chaitya on Binara Full Moon Poya Day. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

A daredevil traveller who shot to fame for the heartwarming way he reassures his mum during his world adventures now wants to send her the message from space.

The Inter-School Drama Competition organized by the YMCA and Rotary Club Colombo North which got off the ground on Wednesday (27) evening at Bishop’s College has captured the attention of drama lovers in Colombo. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

The birthday of Prophet Mohammed being celebrated by Muslims in Sri Lanka at the Dewatagaha mosque in Colombo. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Fadna Group of Companies together with the University of Colombo has developed four herbal medicinal products using research conducted by the university. A special ceremony was held to hand over the stake of patent rights to the university by the com

A blood donation campaign was held at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) today. The event was held in memory of late Prime Ministers S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike and Sirimavo Bandaranaike and former Speaker of the parliament lat

In line with World Tourism Day, a ceremony to felicitate renowned Chef Publis Silva was held at the Tourism Ministry under the patronage of State Minister of Tourism Diana Gamage. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

New Zealand’s High Commissioner in Colombo, Michael Appleton cast his vote as overseas voter for the 2023 New Zealand General Elections which commenced on Wednesday, September 27. New Zealand citizens residing in Sri Lanka can cast their votes at t

A large number of tourists were seen waiting at the Yala Safari Park to watch animals. Daily Mirror photographer Nisal Baduge captured the real nature of animals and their behaviours. Pix by Nisal Baduge

With growing anger at the alleged corruption and mismanagement by politicians in the country, a handwritten board was seen put up outside a house in Thanamalwila stating that all politicians are dishonest and they cannot enter this particular house.

In a significant milestone for the country’s tourism industry, Alex Mazkov, a Russian national, who arrived at the Katunayake Airport today (26) with his family was welcomed as Sri Lanka’s one-millionth tourist.

Employees of the Co-operative Wholesale Establishment (CWE) launched a Satyagraha over the decision to send 292 employees on compulsory leave from September 30, according to the restructuring of the CWE. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Nurses’ unions today staged a protest in front of the Health Ministry office in Colombo over several demands, including giving appointments to all nurses who have completed the degree and the nursing diploma, payment of an additional allowance and

The Federation of University Teachers’ Association (FUTA) staged a protest opposite the University Grants Commission today (25) over several demands including the immediate revision of the tax policy. They also urged the authorities to take swift m

Since the prices of vegetables have decreased these days, many customers have come to the Delkanda Sunday Market to buy their favourite vegetables. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

The British Car Day was held again at the Colombo 80 Club under the patronage of the British High Commissioner Andrew Patrick. The owners had brought a number of classic cars from the best British brands in the country. An interesting convoy rode fro

An exhibition of vintage stamps was held yesterday (22) at the Public Library in Colombo. Several stamps and other vintage articles were also exhibited and sold at this exhibition. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Health professionals staged two protests outside the National Hospital and the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children in Colombo today in protest of the government’s sluggish moves to address a spate of issues that have brought the healthcare sector i

The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Sri Lanka Chief Executive Officer Major General (Retd) G.V. Ravipriya presides over a press conference announcing the prestigious Chartered status granted to the Sri Lanka Institution of Taxation. The event took