Protest ongoing near President’s private residence

A large group of individuals are currently staging a protest on the Pengiriwatte Road near the private residence of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in Mirihana over the government’s failure to address the existing issues in the country.

Help save a life

A Blood Donation Program, organized by the Welfare Association of the Department of Buddhist Affairs for the second time, has taken place at the premises of the institution located at Dharmapala Mawatha, Colombo 07. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

China donates dry food...

Chinese Embassy in Colombo donated 650 bags of dry food for the Muslims in Sri Lanka today to mark the 65th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries. The food was given to Muslims who are to begin their Ramadan Fast shortly. Chinese Ambassador in Sri Lanka QI Zhenhong was present at the occasion. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Silver Jubilee of BIMSTEC

The 25 years of BIMSTEC was held under the theme ’’Enhancing MIBSTEC Connectivity in the New Era’’ at the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

MPs visit Ven. Ittapane Dhammalankara Thera

Dissident government MPs including Wimal Weerawansa, Udaya Gammanpila, Gevindu Kumaratunga and Ven. Athureliye Ratana Thera met with the Mahanayaka of Kalyani Samagri Sangha Sabah’s Ittapane Dhammalankara Thera at the Rukmale Dharamavijayaloka Viharya today. The MPs handed over a copy of the proposal prepared by them to build up the nation. Pix by Pradeep Dilrusksana

Against the Government...

A group of social activists staged a protest outside the Central Bank of Sri Lanka over Government’s failure to address the existing issues in the country. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Public anger grows as fuel sheds run out of fuel

A tense situation erupted at the CEYPETCO Petrol Filling Station in Town Hall today when angry consumers who were lined up for hours demanded for fuel despite the ongoing shortage. Police rushed to the area and security was heightened as officers tried to calm the frustration and anger of the consumers. The matter was eventually sorted and people were informed that fuel was running low at the Filling Station and no new stocks had been received.

Economic crisis - then and now

The Daily Mirror graphic explains the economic crisis in a detailed comparison done between the Maithripala Sirisena government and Gotabaya Rajapaksa government.

Nurses strike...

Nurses staged a protest near the Health Ministry office over seven demands which includes ensuring a five-day working week and payment of the proposed uniform allowances. Nurses are pictured here carrying placards during the protest. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

University students protest over people’s rights

Students of the University of Colombo who do not belong to any union backed by any political party staged a street protest in Colombo yesterday calling on Sri Lankan people to stand up for their rights at this time of economic hardship. They are to stage protests three days a week. Pix by Pradepp Pathirana

Grant us appointments

A group of graduates staged a protest in Colombo urging the authorities to provide them with suitable appointments.

Jaishankar checks into Sri Lankan fuel

Visiting Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar visited a Lanka IOC fuel station in Colombo today where Lanka IOC PLC Managing Director Manoj Gupta briefed him on the present fuel supply situation.

Security tightened…

Army personnel were seen on duty at fuel stations to prevent any tense situations. Pix by Nisal Baduge and Pradeep Dilrukshana

Kandy trounce Police

Kandy Sports Club sealed a comfortable 27-7 win against Police Sports Club in their Nippon Paints Rugby League encounter at the Police Park. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Ratmalana airport re-commences international regional flights

Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana (CIAR) yesterday re-commenced scheduled International regional flight operations after five decades. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Rugby League...

Navy Sports Club sealed a comfortable 22-6 win against Army Sports Club in their Nippon Paints Rugby League encounter at the Welisara Navy grounds. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Houses gutted by fire in Thotalaga

Twelve houses were reduced to rubble when a fire broke out at one of the houses at Thotalanga, Grandpass, which eventually spread to other houses. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Colombo Wedding Expo 2022

Colombo Wedding Expo 2022 was launched at the BMICH yesterday. The exhibition showcases, bridal wear, decoration ideas, hair dressing and make up, wedding cars and cake wrapping and many more. The exhibition will be held for three days. Pix by Kithisri de Mel

Kedella Construction 2022

Kedella Construction 2022 exhibition got off the ground at BMICH yesterday under the patronage MP Wimal Weerawansa. The exhibition, which showcases items needed for construction of houses, modern construction methods and electrical items such as lighting, will be held until March 27. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

UNP Satyagraha in Colombo

A Satyagraha organized by the United National Party (UNP) was held at Hyde Park today. UNP Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe, deputy leader Ruwan Wijewardene, other members and supporters participated in the event. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Struggle for the release of Ranjan continues…

A group of individuals staged a protest opposite the Welikada Prison urging authorities to release imprisoned Former MP Ranjan Ramanayake. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Ranjan brought to SC

Imprisoned Ranjan Ramanayake was seen escorted to the Supreme Court premises by the prison officials. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Buying expensive veggies and fruits...

People were seen purchasing vegetables and fruits at Bodhiraja Mawatha in Colombo Fort today despite exorbitant prices. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Cocaine among scrap metal

Sri Lanka Customs seized a container with a large haul of cocaine worth over Rs.6,000 million while transiting to India. Four containers, including the one with cocaine, were declared to have been containing scrap metal. The contraband of cocaine was handed over to the Police Narcotic Bureau (PNB). Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

JVP protest at Nugegoda

Heavy traffic was reported in Nugegoda due to a protest march by the National Peoples’ Power (NPP) led by Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) over the government’s failure to find solutions to address the present crisis. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Gas cylinders distributed to people

The Nuwara Eliya police yesterday distributed Laugfs gas cylinders directly to the people in the area from the delivery lorry that was parked near Nuwara Eliya town. 12.5 kg and 5 kg gas cylinders are sold for Rs. 4,278 and Rs. 1,720, respectively. Pix by Ranjith Rajapaksa

Daily Mirror excels at Journalism Awards

Daily Mirror Journalists Kamanthi Wickramasinghe, Harsha Amarasinghe and Sajith Ekanayake were adjudged the Best Environmental Reporter of the Year 2020, Best Sports Journalist of the Year 2019 and Best Cartoonist of the Year 2019 respectively at the Journalism Awards for Excellence organized by the Sri Lanka Press Institute in collaboration with The Editors Guild of Sri Lanka. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

70th death anniversary of DS Senanayake commemorated

The 70th death anniversary of late Prime Minister D. S. Senanayake, the Father of Nation, was commemorated at the Independence Square on Tuesday (22) under the patronage of Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa. Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya, UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene and other distinguished guests were present at the occasion. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Reduce fuel prices...

The Multi-Day Fishing Crafts Owners Association yesterday staged a protest near the Fisheries Ministry in Colombo urging the government to reduce fuel prices. Pix by Pradeep Dilruskshana

Sight of bowser brings great joy…

Some people who were in queues for gas and fuel were seen thrilled and rejoicing after witnessing the arrival of bowsers carrying fuel and gas. Pix by Nisal Baduge