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Fri, 29 Mar 2024 Today's Paper
05 Feb 2024 - 0 - 83
Several members of the Health Trade Union Alliance (HTUA) staged a protest in front of the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children (LRH) today, demanding the government to grant them the allowance that is reserved for other government staffers and provide immediate solutions to their salary anomalies. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
05 Feb 2024 - 0 - 342
A Bodhi puja pinkama was held recently in view of the 67th anniversary of Dr. Ven. Bodagama Chandima Thera, the founder of the Nagananda International Buddhist College and the Vice Chancellor of the Thai Chief Sangha. In line with the Bodhi puja pinkama, a tree-planting ceremony was held and school accessories were handed over to low-income families while meditation programme too was held.
05 Feb 2024 - 0 - 131
A symbolic demonstration was held today in front of the United Nations (UN) Headquarters in Colombo to mark the Kashmir Solidarity Day, in which former city councillors of Colombo participated.
05 Feb 2024 - 7 - 1184
A Muslim religious ceremony to mark the 76th Independence Day was held yesterday at the Al Jami Ul Alfar Masjid (Red Mosque) in Colombo under the patronage of the Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Sabri. Pix by Jayamal Chandrasiri
04 Feb 2024 - 8 - 1192
Former Minister Mervyn Silva and a group entered the Borella cemetery and held a protest against the Online Safety Act.
04 Feb 2024 - 23 - 1972
The official ceremony to mark the 76th Independence Day of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka got off the ground at the Galle Face Green this morning Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin as the guest of honour. The event saw the participation of President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena, visiting foreign dignitaries, diplomats, military personnel, religious leaders.
04 Feb 2024 - 1 - 284
On the occasion of the 76th Independence Day, an open visit to the inmates will be conducted in all prisons on the island today, following the prison rules and health and safety procedures. Pix by Nisal Baduge
04 Feb 2024 - 0 - 145
A total of 754 prisoners, including 25 female inmates, were released from prisons island-wide today under a Presidential amnesty to commemorate the 76th Independence Day. The release was executed in accordance with the powers vested in the President under Article 34 of the Constitution. Pix by Nisal Baduge
04 Feb 2024 - 1 - 433
Late Prime Minister D.S. Senanayake was honored with floral tributes at his statue in Independence Square, Colombo today to mark the 76th Independence Day. Minister Susil Premjayantha, Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya, Senior Advisor to President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Climate Change Ruwan Wijewardene, Colombo Municipal Commissioner Bhadrani Jayawardena, and Former Minister Hemakumara Nanayakkara paid their respects at the late Premier’s statue.
03 Feb 2024 - 11 - 2326
Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella who was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) yesterday over the importation of substandard Immunoglobulin injections, has been remanded until February 15. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
03 Feb 2024 - 0 - 263
Prime Minister of Thailand Srettha Thavisin arrived in the island this afternoon, accompanied by a delegation. He is to participate in Sri Lanka’s 76th Independence Day ceremony tomorrow (04) as the guest of honour. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
02 Feb 2024 - 29 - 6181
President Ranil Wickremesinghe and former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga, once political adversaries, share a moment at the inauguration of the Matara Festival of the Arts (MFA) today (02). This groundbreaking event showcases contemporary art and music from Sri Lanka and beyond, taking place at the historic Matara Fort till February 4.
02 Feb 2024 - 16 - 1212
Sri Lankan military personnel take part in the fourth day of rehearsals for the Independence Day parade in Colombo. Sri Lanka will celebrate its 76th Independence Day on February 4. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
01 Feb 2024 - 6 - 3535
Pakistan Lifestyle Exhibition is being held at BMICH until February 5. The Exhibition features leading Pakistani companies and manufacturers of Textile and Clothing, Designer wear, Handicraft and Traditional Textiles, Cutlery, Furniture, Carpets, Marble and Services. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
01 Feb 2024 - 2 - 365
The Afghanistan cricket team was spotted practicing at the SSC ground in Colombo ahead of the Test match scheduled to commence tomorrow. Both the Sri Lankan and Afghan captains participated in the pre-match press conference at the SSC. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi
01 Feb 2024 - 3 - 118
SJB MP Tissa Attanayake, who was the founder of the concept ’’Sadaham Yathra’’, was conferred with the honourary title ’’Deshakeerthi Sri Shasanabhimani’’ by the Mahanayake Thera of the Sri Lanka Ramanna Maha Nikaya Most Venerable Makulewe Wimalaabhidana Thera for his contribution to make religious harmony a reality by unifying the Hindu, Islam and Catholic religious institutions. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
01 Feb 2024 - 0 - 287
At least 72 trade unions within the health sector engaged in their planned island-wide strike today, demanding a solution to a long-standing dispute over the Disturbance, Availability and Transport (DAT) allowance. The trade union action commenced at 6:30 a.m. today. However, tri-forces personnel have been mobilized to support hospital operations amid the island-wide strike. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
31 Jan 2024 - 30 - 2520
President Ranil Wickremesinghe visited Kelaniya University to declare open the new building on the premises of the Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies at the university this morning. The students of Kelaniya University staged a protest blocking the Colombo-Kandy Road against the president’s visit to the university. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
30 Jan 2024 - 17 - 4458
Chief of Defence Staff General Shavendra Silva visited the National Hospital and the Army Hospital to assess the condition of the paratroopers who were injured when their parachutes failed to open properly during the Independence Day rehearsals held at Galle Face Green this morning.
30 Jan 2024 - 10 - 955
Police used water cannons and tear gas to disperse Samagi Jana Bala Wegaya (SJB) protestors near the public library in Colombo. Pix by Pradeep Dilruskshana
30 Jan 2024 - 3 - 403
All health workers, including nurses and Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) attached to the government service, held a protest march from the National Hospital Colombo to the Health Ministry, demanding that the government fulfill economic justice and provide accommodation to all health workers. Pix by Nisal Baduge
30 Jan 2024 - 7 - 1257
Sri Lankan Military personnel take part in a rehearsal for the Independence Day parade in Colombo today and during the rehearsal, four paratroopers were injured when their parachutes became entangled and failed to open in mid-air. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
29 Jan 2024 - 6 - 1058
The Government Alliance Executive Committee today held a protest in front of the Public Administration and Management Ministry, demanding the government to resolve the state workers’ salary anomalies and remove the administration mafia of the state service. Pix by Nisal Baduge
29 Jan 2024 - 0 - 178
The Second Diplomatic Buddhist Convention of the Sri Lankan Bhikkhu Association in Europe today held a meeting of local and foreign government representatives at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH). The event was sponsored and hosted by the Sri Lankan Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Pix by Nisal Baduge
29 Jan 2024 - 1 - 190
A small-scale entrepreneurs’ protest was held today in the Maharagama town, demanding the government to abolish the ’Parate Law’ that leads to the auction of public property and also to reduce the electricity bills. Pix by Nisal Baduge
28 Jan 2024 - 27 - 5990
The remains of State Minister of Water Supply, Sanath Nishantha, who died in a car accident on the Colombo-Katunayake expressway, was cremated today (28) at the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Rajakadalu. Pix by Hiran Priyankara Jayasinghe
28 Jan 2024 - 9 - 607
Preparations for the 76th Independence Day celebration on February 4 are underway with the construction of structures at Galle Face. Pix by Nisal Baduge
26 Jan 2024 - 19 - 1436
Vendors in Colombo selling national flags ahead of the Independence Day celebrations. Sri Lanka will celebrate its 76th Independence Day on February 4. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
26 Jan 2024 - 9 - 2330
Several Ministers and MPs including former President Mahinda Rajapaksa paying their last respects to State Minister Sanath Nishantha while his remains lie in state at a private funeral parlour in Borella. The remains will be taken to Arachchikattuwa today for the last rites to be held on Sunday. Pix by Nisal Baduge
26 Jan 2024 - 0 - 229
Once again this year, the Kedella exhibition and trade fair kicked off at Colombo BMICH, providing an excellent opportunity to shop for thousands of essential items for homes. The event, taking place from the 26th to the 28th of December, was officially inaugurated by Sanjaya Perera, Senior Vice President- Personal Banking and Customer Experience. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel
27 Mar 2024