An all-party conference convened by the National Collective against Teachers and Principals’ salary anomalies was held at the Abhayarama Temple in Narahenpita today to make people aware of the issues in the education sector. Pix by Nisal Baduge
The Teachers’ and Principals’ Trade Unions held a series of protests around the country on the occasion of World Teachers’ Day. Teachers and Principals have been demanding an immediate solution to the salary anomalies and the protection of the right to education of children. Their main protest was held at the Lipton Circus in Colombo led by the leaders of the Teachers’ and Principals’ Trade Unions.
A special commemoration ceremony of the war heroes to mark the 72 nd anniversary of the Sri Lanka Army was held at the Sri Jayawardenapura Ranaviru Smaraka (memorial) under the auspices of the Army Commander Gen. Shavendra Silva yesterday. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
The ‘Sacred Pinnacle’ and the ‘Crest-Gem’ of Sandahiru Stupa left Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya in Unawatuna, Galle today morning (Oct 03) amidst religious blessings. The parading of revered articles would be presided over by Ven. Maha Sanga amidst religious blessings throughout the exposition.
A video evidence recording unit to record evidence of child abuse victims was set up at the Child Development Center in Ragama under the patronage of the Rotary Club of Colombo Metropolitan and the United Nations Development Programme. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
A series of ceremonies for children were held at the Aryan Children’s Hospital, Ridgeway, Borella, on the occasion of World Children’s Day, which falls on every October 1. The gifts were sponsored by various organizations, including an art exhibition, dance, and educational lectures. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
Poor children mostly fall victims to the consequences of COVID‑19 outbreak. Children worldwide, with the poorest of the poor children, including homeless and children in detention. Social distancing and confinement increase the risk of poor nutrition among children. Pictures show how children suffer on the road, even during International Children’s Day. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachi and Kushan Pathiraja
A post COVID treatment unit was declared open at the Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Teaching Hospital today under the patronage of Indigenous Medicine Promotion, Rural and Ayurveda Hospital Development and Community Health State Minister Sisira Jayakody. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
Pfizer vaccine is being administered for children with special needs at the Sri Jayawardenapura Hospital today. The Hospital Director Ratnasiri Hewage said the vaccination rollout progresses efficiently without long queues and congestion due to the rescheduling of time through e-Channeling. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
An Islamic religious observance was held at Kollupitiya Jummah Mosque today to mark the 72nd Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Army. The Army flag was blessed by Islamic priests at the ceremony. Picture shows Army Commander Gen. Shavendra Silva is participating at the ceremony as chief guest. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
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