Sinopharm vaccine rollout...

People were seen receiving the Chinese Sinopharm vaccine from the vaccination centre operated by the Sri Lanka Army at the Vihara Maha Devi Park. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Cyber protest by teachers

The Joint Alliance of Teachers and Princiapls launched a cyber protest yesterday, in a move to further strengthen their trade union action against the salary anomalies they have been suffering with. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

On the verge of completion...

Members of the Civil Defence Force are seen busy putting the final touches in the construction of new wards at the Cancer Hospital, Maharagama today for those cancer patients who have become COVID-19 positive. The project was funded by the Sri Lanka National Youth Council and the Global Wings Charity. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Usually bustling Pettah in slumber mode...

Several streets of COlombo are deserted due to Covid spread in the city, Though most of the shops are closed, some vendors who were selling essentials keep their shops open. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Queueing up for kerosene....

People are seen queued up to buy kerosene in Maligawatte today due to the fear of shops putting up shutters due to the COVID spread. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana.

Waiting for a final glimpse.....

Relatives of those who have died due to COVID 19 were seen gathered at the rear gate of General Hospital Colombo. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana 

Self-imposed restrictions get going...

The shops at the Gampaha City will remain closed for one week following a decision taken by the vendors themselves to close the shops considering the worsening COVID-19 situation in the country. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Vaccination drive continues...

A Vaccination programme was held at the P D Sirisena Play Ground where it was noticed that people were arriving at the location to get themselves vaccinated with much enthusiasm. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

PCR tests in Maradana

People in Maradana are seen subjected to PCR tests today. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Complaints against vaccination drive

Two complaints were filed at the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) by Sihala Rawaya and Ayurvedic practitioner Indrani Swarna Senaratne today against alleged violation of human rights with regard to the COVID vaccination program. Venerable Akmimana Dayaratana Thera and Ms Senaratne pictured here after filing the complaints. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Vaccination drive on track...

With adequate vaccine doses now available in the country, people are seen actively coming in large numbers to get vaccinated. Pictures show the vaccination drive being carried out at the Vihara Maha Devi Park. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

75th Independence Day of India celebrated in SL

The 75th Independence Day of India was celebrated in different parts of Sri Lanka today in strict compliance with COVID-19 protocols.The celebrations this year are part of the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ initiative launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in March 2021, to commemorate 75 years of a progressive and self-reliant India. The main event was held at ‘India House’, the official residence of High Commissioner of India.

Colombo bus stands look deserted

The Central Bus Stand and the private bus stand in Colombo wore an almost deserted look despite the city remains open for public. However, people seem to be hesitant in using public transport due to the fears of the worsening COVID-19 situation. In addition, the inter-province public transport was also suspended with effect from midnight yesterday. Pix by Samantha Perera

Vaccine to the door...

The Medical teams of the Sri Lanka Army Medical Corps were engaged in mobile vaccination in the Western Province where immobile and bedridden elderly people are administered with a COVID-19 vaccine. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

COVID-19 victims; before bidding adieu for the last time....

The bodies of the COVID-19 victims were seen brought to the Borella Cemetery for cremation. A new cremation area was established in the Borella cemetery specially for COVID-19 victims. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Station Masters on strike...

The railway stations are not operated today due to the token strike action launched by Railway Station Masters’ Association since midnight yesterday over government’s failure to ensure the health safety of railway employees. The token strike is expected to end by midnight today. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel and Pradeep Dilrukshana

Mobile vaccination underway...

In a bid to accelerate the vaccination drive and to make sure that every individual belonging to the target population has received the COVID-19 vaccine, the Government commenced the mobile vaccination. Here, Health officials were seen carrying out mobile vaccination in several areas in the Gampaha district under the supervision of Eranga Senanayake, the Mayor of Gampaha Municipal. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Teachers launch satyagraha

Teachers’ and Principals’ Trade Unions and several other unions launched a satyagraha in front of Independence Square in Colombo today (12), demanding solutions for their grievances. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Army mobile vaccination fleet begins

The Sri Lanka Army launched a mobile vaccination for the elderly, sick, handicapped and feeble citizens from today at the Army Headquarters - Sri Jayawardenapura under the directions of Army Commander General Shavendra Silva. Pix by Army Media

Vaccine rollout at IDH

The vaccine rollout was seen underway at the National Institute of Infectious Diseases where people received their first and second dose of Sinopharm COVID-19 Vaccine. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Cooking oil; how safe they are...?

The Coconut Development Board (CDB) together with the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA), carried out inspections on edible oils being sold in retail outlets along Gaswork Street in Pettah today. They checked whether the oil was suitable for human consumption. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Unidentified bodies taken for burial...

A total of 40 bodies of COVID-19 victims that remained unclaimed at the Colombo National Hospital were taken to the Oddamavadi burial site following the court order. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Vaccination drive continues...

People were seen receiving their first dose of Sinopharm COVID-19 Vaccine at the Vihara Maha Devi Park, which is operated by the Sri Lanka Army. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Long queue for PCR tests

People in the Bambalapitiya area were seen in long queues in order to undergo random PCR tests conducted by CMC health officials today. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Free Medical Camp...

A free medical camp organised by Rosewood Dental & Medical Hospital, Kadawatha Hospital Managing Director Dr. Asela Wijesundara was held at the hospital premises yesterday. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Safety first...

With COVID-19 situation in the country going from bad to worse, people are still seen taking health practices for granted. Everyone should stick to health rules and make sure that safety becomes the priority. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Gas shortage continues

A gas shortage reported several areas in Colombo after Laugfs Gas stopped imports owing to a dispute with the government over a price hike. Picture shows a shop sign with ‘No gas” in Colombo. Pix by Nisal Baduge

IUBF in protest...

The Inter-University Bhikku Federation (IUBF) today staged a protest outside the University of Jayawardenapura University in protest of Kotelawala Bill and urging the authorities to release arbitrarily arrested students union leaders. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Random PCR tests in Colombo

Random PCR tests were conducted on those in the Thummulla area in Colombo. Their samples are to be tested for new Delta variant. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Great enthusiasm to receive vaccine

People have shown a lot of interest in receiving the COVID-19 vaccine which becomes evident with the number of people arriving at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium to get themselves vaccinated. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi