A group of Ayurvedic practitioners handed over a missive to the President today in which they have brought several concerns to the attention of the President such as the violation of public freedom by making the vaccine card mandatory etc. They also elaborated on the possibility of curing Dengue and COVID through Ayurvedic medicines. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel
A trade union attached to the National Zoological Gardens in Dehiwala, which recognizes itself as the ‘SLPP union’, staged a protest today, demanding a risk allowance of Rs.5,000. The group claims that they haven’t been paid the allowance which they are entitled to. Pix by Nisal Baduge
The semi-annual police inspection by Jinthupitiya and Dam Street Police Stations was held at the Gunasinghapura Stadium on Tuesday (18). The parade was revived by the Colombo (Central) SSP Nishantha Chandrasekera which was commanded by Dam Street OIC Chief Inspector Ajith Peduruarachchi. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
People were seen walking freely along the seafront promenade at Port City Colombo this evening. According to the records, about 50,000 people from various parts of the country have visited the location for sight seeing. The Port City is open to the public from 9 a.m to 6 p.m every day. Pix by Nisal Baduge
A kite festival was held at Valikamam East along the Kattaikkadu beach in Jaffna peninsula yesterday in line with the Thaipongal festival. A kite made like a gas cylinder flies high in the sky symbolising the present gas crisis in the country. Pix by Romesh Madushanka
Picture shows devotees are engaged in religious observance at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo, Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya and Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa) to mark the Duruthu Poya Day, this morning. This is a key religious and historic date in the calendar for Sri Lankans as it marks Gautama Buddha’s first visit to Sri Lanka on the ninth month after attaining Enlightenment. Kithsiri de Mel and Pradeep Dilrukshana
Sri Lanka’s new yacht service offers a number of tour packages. There are special packages for office outings, weddings, etc. It is expected that the yacht service will gain popularity among residents and visitors in Colombo and elsewhere. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
The traditional placing of sacred objects at the new Chaithya, which is being constructed at the historical Kuragala Ancient Buddhist Monastery, held yesterday (16) under the patronage of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Army commander Shavendra Silva. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
A leaflet distribution campaign organised by the Inter University Bhikkhu Federation (IUBF) was held opposite the Fort Railway station today with the aim of making people aware of the Government’s move to sell national assets. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
’’Kedella Art of Living 2022’’ organized by Asia Exhibitions & Conventions (Pvt) Lt, was launched today at the BMICH and will continue until Sunday (16). The Art of Living consists of household appliances, home decorations, homes & real estates, landscaping, furniture, tiles & granite traders, bathroom fittings, kitchen, Electrical goods, paints, wall design traders, ceiling decorators, lighting, home drapers, etc. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga is seen in conversation with former Chief Justice Shirani Bandaranayake who was unceremoniously impeached nine years ago, during an event held at the BMICH yesterday to launch the autobiography titled ‘Chandrika’ authored by Tharindu Thotawaththa. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
The Police have commenced a three-day operation to gather information on all temporary residents who are living in Colombo city coming from various parts of the island, with the aim of securing national security and eliminating crime and narcotic trade in Colombo. The pictures show the operation was seen carried out at the Siyapatha Sevana Apartment in Dematagoda. Pix by Nisal Baduge
Devotees are celebrating the Thai Pongal festival today. A group of devotees gathered at the Sivan Kovil (Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil) in Kochchikade, Colombo and Bhadrakali Amman Kovil, in Dematagoda to engage in religious rites in view of the Hindu festival. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel, Pradeep Pathirana and Nisal Baduge
The 97th batch of Thurstern College, Colombo organized a Dhamma Sermon in view of the 72nd anniversary of the school. The children of the primary section of the school took part in a ’’Mal Perahera’’ parade this evening. The Dhamma sermon will be held tonight. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel.
Shoppers across the country staged a protest demanding more than just a shopping experience. They want more - a more rewarding experience that transcends the boundaries of an average shopping experience, extending to shoppertainment and the rewards of an overall shopping adventure. More opportunities to watch, shop, play and explore are among the list of demands displayed by these shoppers. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
A seminar organized by the Chief of the Defence Staff Office under the title ‘Military Leadership in the Contemporary World: Evolving from a Warrior to a Friend’ was held today at the BMICH for Tri Service middle-grade officers. Defence Secretary Kamal Gunaratne was the Chief Guest at the event while Army Chief General Shavendra Silva, Navy and Air force Commanders were also present.
The Railway Station Masters’ Union (RSMU) launched a 24-hour token strike last night based on several demands, including the arbitrary cancellation of long distance train services without prior notice. People were seen waiting for their trains at the Fort Railway station. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
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