Vap Poya observed at Kelaniya

Devotees at the Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya are seen participating in religious observances on Vap Full Moon Poya Day, which falls today. A child is seen offering a flower to a foreign visitor at the temple. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Who is the best!

The 45th National Conference of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) was held at the Monarch Imperial Hotel in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte. Former presidents of the institute attended the event and shared their experiences from their respective tenures. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Winds, waves damage boats on Southern coast

Navy assists transfer of sick fisherman

The Sri Lanka Navy rendered assistance to bring ashore a sick fisherman, who was aboard a local multiday fishing trawler on the high seas south-west of Sri Lanka, about 881 nautical miles (1,631km) off Dondra.

Meenagaya derailed...

The Meenagaya intercity express train derailed between Colombo Fort and Maradana railway stations this morning, causing delays to train services. Photo by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe.

Is this where aliens are hiding?

Floods in Gampaha...

Most of the areas in Gampaha District are under water due to the heavy rains during the past few days. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Techno 2024...

Techno 2024 exhibition opens at BMICH, offering insights from technology experts. Runs from today until Sunday night, October 13. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel.

Nomination papers submitted...

Nomination papers were handed over by recognised political parties and independent groups at their respective dsitrict offices to contest the 2024 General Elections. Representatives of the political parties handed over their nomination papers at the District Secretariat, Narahenpita to contest the Colombo District. Pix by Nisal Baduge

In memory of late schoolmates

Students of Colombo International School (CIS) held a walk this morning in memory of their late school mates, including the female student who tragically fell from the Lotus Tower recently. The silent walk began at Independence Square and ended at the school. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Air Force receives Beechcraft from US

The US government has officially handed over a Beechcraft King Air 360ER, valued at $19 million, to the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) for maritime surveillance and search-and-rescue operations. The SLAF inducted the aircraft during a ceremony attended by Defence Secretary Sampath Thuyacontha, US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung, Admiral Stephen Koehler, Commander of the US Pacific Fleet and Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force Air Marshal Udeni R

West Indies cricket team arrives

The West Indies cricket team arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) this morning for a match tour in Sri Lanka.

Action ...

Actors and acressess in action between Ella and Demodara stations as filming takes place on the Nine Arches Bridge. Train services between Colombo Fort and Badulla were limited to the Ella station from today till October 15 due to an Indo-Lanka joint film project. Pix by Prasanna Padmasiri

New party launched...

Democratic National Front launched...

The Democratic National Front, a new political party formed by several groups and led by former MP Praba Ganesan, was officially launched in Colombo today (October 8). The party aims to contest the upcoming elections for the Colombo District. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana.

Free Japanese language training course at Gangaramaya

The Sri Jinarathana Vocational Training Center, managed by the Hunupitiya Gangarama Viharaya in Colombo, in collaboration with the General Foundation Yoshioka Cultural Education Association, a Japanese social service organization, has organized a free Japanese language training course for local children.

Tragedy at Lotus Tower

A female student from Colombo International School fell to her death from the observation deck of the Lotus Tower this afternoon.

Against Israel’s Occupation of Gaza

A protest was held in front of the United Nations (UN) office in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on October 7, 2024, by several organizations opposing Israel’s occupation of Gaza and Lebanon. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Over to you...

Several sewage holes of the waste water disposal project on Aponsu Mawatha, Lakshapathiya in Moratuwa were seen overflowing with the heavy rains today.

President meets families of Easter attack victims...

President receives blessings….

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake visited the headquarters of the Sri Lanka Ramanna Maha Nikaya in Narahenpita this morning, where he met with the Chief Prelate, Most Venerable Makulewe Wimala Nayaka Thera, Aggamaha Panditha of the Sri Lanka Ramanna Maha Nikaya, and received his blessings.

K+ Colombo International Shoe Fair...

The K+ Colombo International Shoe Fair 2024 was inaugurated today at SLECC. The event features a wide range of shoes, bags, umbrellas, and purses available at significant discounts. Visitors can explore new models suited for various occasions in daily life. Photos by Kithsiri De Mel

‘Sihinaya – Nonimiya’

A book titled ‘Sihinaya – Nonimiya’ written by Ganga Rajinee Dissanayaka about former President Maithripala Sirisena was launched today at the Galle Face Hotel with the participation of distinguished guests. Pix by Nimalsiri Ediringhe

Prez in talks with Jaishankar...

Indian External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, who arrived in Sri Lanka this morning (04) on a one-day official visit, met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon.

Jaishankar arrives...

India’s Minister of External Affairs, Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, who arrived in Sri Lanka on an official visit, was received by Foreign Secretary Aruni Wijewardane at the airport this morning.

Prez in talks with IMF officials...

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met today with an IMF delegation, including Krishna Srinivasan, Director of the Asia Pacific Department, and Dr. Peter Breuer, Senior Mission Chief, to discuss the progress of Sri Lanka’s ongoing IMF program.

South Korean National Day celebrated...

A vibrant reception was held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo, recently in celebration of South Korea’s National Day. Organized by the Korean Embassy, the event showcased traditional Korean culture, symbolising the deep diplomatic ties between South Korea and Sri Lanka. The Governor of the Western Province, Hanif Yusuf, was the Chief Guest.

President assumes Ministerial duties

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake officially assumed the duties as the Minister of Agriculture, Lands, Livestock, Irrigation, Fisheries, and Aquatic Resources today (03).

Filtered water project launched

Residents of Sirimapura in Sri Lanka’s North Central Province began purchasing filtered water through a project launched by the Sri Lanka-China joint experimentation initiative. The project provides over 5,000 liters of filtered water daily, with unfiltered water also being supplied free of charge. The filtered water initiative was introduced in response to the widespread prevalence of kidney disease in the area.

Enthusiastic shoppers...

A bustling scene at the Pettah Market in Colombo as the market turns lively, with many enjoying the atmosphere as inflation drops, encouraging more shoppers to venture out. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana