The burden of life

Colombo is still under curfew like many other parts of the country due to COVID-19 threats and other restrictions. Here, a man is seen carrying a heavy parcel on his head while carrying another in his hand.

PM at former MPs meeting

Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is seen at the Former MPs meeting at Temple Trees today. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Vesak amidst COVID-19

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the preventive measures imposed by the health authorities, the government and the Buddhist monks requested the people to limit Vesak celebrations to their homes. Against this backdrop, some vendors were seen selling Vesak lanterns and decorations in and around Colombo despite the curfew. They said the prices of decorative items have increased due to unavailability of ample supply.

Dayasiri in action

Sri Lanka Freedom Party General Secretary Dayasiri Jayasekera and his supporters sprayed disinfectant in the Hettipola town today as the town prepared to open for business

Imamul Aroos Mawatha re-opens

The Imamul Aroos Mawatha in Maradana, which was declared as isolation area from April 2 after Covid-19 patients was reported, has been re-opened from today. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Mattala in operation

The special aircraft, Boeing 767-300ER, carrying around 230 passengers from Nederland, arrived at the Mattala International Airport today. Pix by Dhilip Jayasekara

Still deserted…

Most of the streets in Colombo look deserted due to the police curfew imposed in Colombo and other parts of the country.

May Day, like any other day

Several labourers of local government bodies in and around Colombo are seen performing their tasks even though today has been reserved for them and their rights.

27th death anniversary

The 27th death anniversary of late president Ranasinghe Premadasa was held today at his statue at Keselwatta. Former Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa and his wife Jalani participated at the event.  Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

And they toil...

Some labourers in Sri Lanka were at work today in Colombo on the eve of May Day. There will only be toned down May Day celebrations this year due to the Covid-19 outbreak.

Sirikotha disinfected

Sirikotha, the head office of the United National Party (UNP) was disinfected by the health officials of the Kotte Municipal Council yesterday in an attempt to prevent the spread of COVID-19. A team of Municipality, Health officials including PHI Lahiru Karunaratne disinfected the premises under the supervision of Chief PHI Malinda Jayawardena and instructions of Chief Medical Officer Dr. Manoj Rodrigo.

Peliyagoda Fish Market back in operation

The Peliyagoda fish market where operations were suspended operations has resumed activities.

Manning market abuzz

Porters and people were busy at the Manning Market in Pettah yesterday.

PCR tests on CMC employees

PCR tests were carried out on CMC employees after a CMC employee was tested positive for COVID-19 in 60 Watte in Narahenpita. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Disinfecting…

Public places of the Ragama area were fumigated by the Ja-Ela Pradeshiya Sabha as a preventive measure to contain the spread of prevailing Covid-19.

Stranded Sri Lankans arrive

A group of Sri Lankans, who were stranded in India due to the Covid-19 situation, arrived in the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), Katunayake

Utilising abandoned lands…

Farmers are seen cultivating barren paddy lands in the Gampaha area. They were compelled to abandon any cultivation due to the COVID-19 pandemic in the country. The farmers have slowly begun the cultivation of the lands in the recent past.

CAA officials carry out raids

Officials of the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) carried out raids in Ragama and Kadawatha areas to find out whether vegetables and other goods on mobile sales service are sold at exorbitant prices.

Mt. Lavinia artificial beach in the making

The beach stretch between the Kalutara and Mount Lavinia is being filled in order to expand it and create an artificial beach. The construction works are being expedited during the curfew since the area has been deserted. Pix by Rekha Tharangani Fonseka

At work despite health risks

Road Development Authority (RDA) employees were seen attending work at Rajagiriya amidst Covid-19 risks in the country.

Narahenpita Economic Centre reopens

The Narahenpita Dedicated Economic Centre, which had been closed for several days will reopen today. With this in view, Colombo Municipal Council Fire Brigade Unit and several employees of the Municipal Health Department yesterday sterilized the building as well as certain produces brought for sale. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

One metre distance marked

The health officials of the Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte Municipality are seen marking the distance of one metre in public places as a measure to prevent COVID-19, under the instructions of Mayor Madhura Vithanage. Accordingly, the marks have been made outside ATM machines, banks, pharmacies and retail shops.

Beggars bring fears to area

A considerable number of beggars are seen roaming around the Ragama area, some of whom do not maintain proper health practices. Residents of the area raise concerns over this because these beggars are given food by the Navy officers of the Welisara Navy Camp from which several Covid-19 infected officers were found.

Patrol boats along Kelani River

Three boats have been put on patrol along the Kelani River by the Sri Lanka Navy. This step has been taken following the isolation of some areas along the river bank including Nagalagam Street.

Priority to protection

Workers attached to the Colombo Municipal Council are seen engaged in clearing garbage in the city wearing protective clothing. This is the usual case after the outbreak of COVID-19 in the country. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

To collect Rs. 5,000 allowance

Long queues were seen outside Grama Niladhari offices to receive the Rs. 5,000 allowance, which is distributed by the Government to people whose livelihood has come to a standstill as a result of the COVID-19 situation.

Deserted…

Colombo city and suburbs were seen deserted due to the curfew restrictions

‘Bakmaha Akunu’

Stunning pictures of lightning were captured as a result of ‘Bakmaha Akunu’ that takes place in the month of April. Seen here are lightning strikes appeared in the sky above the Western Province yesterday.

Thank you!

Several children in the Buttala area are seen holding posters thanking the decision taken by the government last evening to close all liquor shops. Liquor shops were allowed to open yesterday and large number of people were seen queuing up to buy liquor. The decision to open liquor shops was met with heavy criticism by the people

Stranded students arrive

SriLankan plane carrying 113 Sri Lankan students from Lahore & Karachi, Pakistan landed at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), Katunayake today.