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 Province Governor and former Air Force Commander, Marshal of the Air Force Roshan Gunathilaka.
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 Baduge
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 forcibly entered the President’s House recently. Pix by Nimalsir Edirisinghe.
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, Park Street, Colombo 2. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
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 Thera and inquired about his well-being.
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 this country since independence, done anything productive and towards the benefit of its people. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
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 secure the 16th overall league championship for the college. 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 to ensure Children’s right for education. Pix by Nisal Baduge
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 Foreign Affairs and Trade, Australia (DFAT). The book was launched to mark the World Humanitarian Day. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
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 Nimsalsiri Edirisinghe
The launching event of the electric three-wheelers converted by David Peris Motor Company was held this morning, and the MoU was signed with USAID in the presence of the US Envoy to Sri Lanka. Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera was present at the event and said, it was great to see much needed energy sector transformations taking place and hold the key for the future.
People were are busy buying goods at the economic centre in Narahenpita today. The prices of several essential consumer goods, including potatoes, onions and lentils have come down. It was seen that the retail price of a kilo of domestically imported potatoes has dropped to Rs.180, and the price of a kilo of large onions to Rs. 150. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
The Dialog Schools Rugby League tournament came to an end today with the last Super Round match between St Joseph’s College and Wesley College played at Havelock Park. St. Joseph’s prevailed 26-11 to end up as the second in the league behind winners Isipathana College. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
A ceremonial welcome was given for India’s latest gift to the people of Sri Lanka in the presence of President Ranil Wickremesinghe and other dignitaries. The Dornier 228 aircraft was delivered to the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) and will increase security. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
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