Imploring blessings to mete out justice for Easter Sunday attack victims

A small prayer service was held before the statue of St. Anthony in Kochchikade, Negombo imploring blessings to mete out justice for the victims of the Easter Sunday attack. The prayer service was organized by Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MPs Dr. Kavinda Jayawardana and Hector Appuhamy. Several Muslims also joined the prayer service.

SLAF flying squadrons honoured

Two flying squadrons of the Sri Lanka Air Force were honoured by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa with the award of the Presidential Colour in recognition of their exceptional service and contribution to the nation.

PM flags off first LNG power plant construction

Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa today commenced the construction of Sri Lanka’s first natural Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) power plant at the Lakdanavi Power Plant premises in Kerawalapitiya, which is expected to contribute 350 MW of power to national grid.

Development officers stage protest

The Development Officers Service Union staged a protest in front of the Public Administration Ministry today over several demands that include making them permanent and other demands. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Army recovers cannabis and illegal firearms

Army troops of Commando Regiment in domination patrol in the Panama forest recovered 1000 plants of Cannabis and locally produced 2 Shot Guns. They were handed over to the Pothuvil police for further investigation.

Demo against UN alleged war crimes report...

The Dead and Missing Persons’ Parents’ Front (DMPPF) today handed over a memorandum to the High Commission of the UK, UN office in Colombo and the Presidential Secretariat regarding the publication of a report on alleged war crimes. They said the report is biased and not properly investigated about the missing persons including civilians and armed personnel during the war.

Indian Air Force Chief calls on Army Chief

Chief of the Air Staff of the Indian Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria called on Chief of Defence Staff and Army Commander General Shavendra Silva at the Army Headquarters.

Four cats rescued from a sinking ship

A Thai navy sailor braved choppy waters to launch a dramatic rescue effort to save four cats stranded on a sinking ship that had caught fire. (Daily Mail)

Vaccination against COVID-19

People were seen receiving the COVID-19 vaccine in Colombo yesterday. The government decided to give the vaccine to everyone above 30 years of age. Pix By Pradeep Pathirana.

Medical Officers in protest

All Ceylon Government Medical Officers’ Association staged a protest in front of the Health Ministry today urging authorities to conduct transfers without political interventions.

Air Show kicks off

The Air Show organized to mark the 70th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF), commenced today under the patronage of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, in the skies above the Galle Face Green in Colombo. A total of 14 Indian aircrafts and 24 aircrafts such as Cessna-150, Y12, B-200, MA-60 and F7 Fighter Jets, from the SLAF flew through the skies above the Galle Face Green. Pradeep Dilrukshana

Resolve unemployment issues

A protest organized by the Combined Association of Unemployed Graduates was held outside the Fort Railway Station today urging authorities to resolve their unemployment issues.

Future plans of National Sports Council informed

A media briefing was held today (03) at the Duncan White Auditorium of the Ministry of Sports to inform about the future plans of the National Sports Council for the year 2021. Mahela Jayawardena, President of the Sports Council, its members and General Palitha Fernando, President of the Athletic Association were also present at the discussion which was chaired by Minister of Sports Namal Rajapaksa. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Stolen Building electrical equipment found

A stock of Building electrical equipment, which were stolen from several shops in Panchikawatta was found by the Maradana police officers under the supervision of OIC Chief Inspector-Nalin Jayasundera.

Protest in Iranaitivu against burial move...

Residents of Iranaitivu Island in Kilinochchi are protesting against the government’s move to bury COVID-19 victims in the island. The protesting people are seen filling the pits dug by some people to bury the bodies. Pix by Sithum Chaturanga

Fishing at Point Pedro

Fishermen were seen catching fish by using drag net or Ma Del in the seas off Point Pedro. People were also seen buying fish from the Point Pedro Fish Market.

Mount Sinabung erupts in Indonesia

An Indonesian volcano erupted on Tuesday morning spewing a spectacular column of ash thousands of feet into the air, nearly obscuring the powder blue sky from the view of locals. (Daily Mail)

Ruwan visits Batticaloa

UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene and other party seniors participated in a meeting in Batticaloa on Monday and discussed reorganizing the party. He met several senior officials including religious leaders during his visit. Former MPs Ashu Marasinghe and Sanjith Samarasinghe were also present at the meeting.

Harvesting red onion...

Red onion farmers in Jaffna are seen harvesting their crops these days. Red onion is widely cultivated by Jaffna farmers. Pix by Nisal Baduge

SLAF official theme song launched

The official theme song composed by Bathiya & Santhush was presented to Air Force Commander Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana in line with the Sri Lanka Air Force 70th Anniversary. The parade was held at the Sri Lanka Air Force Base Katunayake today (02) under the patronage of the Air Force Commander to mark the 70th Anniversary. A commemorative stamp was also launched at the event.

Vaccination drive continues...

People were seen in queues at the Darly Road Community Centre yesterday to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

GCE O/L exam gets underway today

The GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) Examinations begin this morning across the country. Picture shows the candidates are being received at the examination centre at Dharmapala Vidyalaya, Pannipitiya, adhering to strict COVID-19 health guidelines. A total number of 622,305 candidates will sit for the exam at 4,513 centres. Pix by Damith Wickramasinghe

Aerobatic Display rehearsal

The aircraft of the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy, that arrived in Sri Lanka to participate in the event with an Aerobatic Display in line with the 70th Anniversary of Sri Lanka Air Force, were seen engaged in rehearsals.

Kavinda starts painting Madhu Church

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) frontline member Dr. Kavinda Jayawardana initiated painting the historical Church of Our Lady of Madhu in Mannar. The initiative is sponsored by Kansai Paints Lanka Pvt Ltd. SJB MP Hector Appuhamy also joined the initiative.

Vaccination drive in Gampaha

People were seen in queues at the Sri Rahula Vidyalaya in Belummahara, Gampaha to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Indian Air Force here for Aerobatic Display

A total of 23 aircraft of the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy arrived in Sri Lanka to participate in the event with an Aerobatic Display in line with the 70th Anniversary of Sri Lanka Air Force.

Blood moon

The eclipsing ’blood moon’ appeared in sky above Western Province last night. The blood moon was visible from 7.30 pm to 9.00 pm last night. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Rich maize harvest

The farmers in the Oyamaduwa area were seen filling sacks with maize grain after reaping a rich harvest. According to the Department of Agriculture, Sri Lanka maize farmers have sown over 96,000 hectares for the main (Maha) 2021 season which can produce up to 385,368 metric tonnes of grain. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Ruwan visits Trinco

The United National Party (UNP) Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene yesterday visited the Trincomalee district to meet the UNP party activists for the reforming of the party. He met several senior officials including religious leaders during his visit. Pix by Pradeep Pathiranna

Most stunning shots of Mars

NASA’s Perseverance rover has spent the last week on the surface of Mars and in that short time has already sent back thousands of photos - including a cheeky selfie.