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Fri, 29 Mar 2024 Today's Paper
29 Feb 2024 - 0 - 83
The University Trade Union Joint Committee (UTUJC) staged a protest in front of the Education Ministry today over several demands which include a call on the authorities to solve the salary anomalies, to increase their Monthly Compensation Allowance (MCA) and to grant a salary increase to the entire university system. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
29 Feb 2024 - 11 - 1557
Deshabandu Tennakoon assumed duties as the new Inspector General of Police (IGP) this morning at the police headquarters. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
28 Feb 2024 - 12 - 1194
The University Trade Union Joint Committee (UTUJC) staged a protest in front of the Visual and Performing Arts University today, demanding that the authorities solve their salary anomalies and take immediate action to enroll new lecturers to continue with the students’ academic activities. Pix by Nisal Baduge
27 Feb 2024 - 21 - 3936
While condemning Minister Harin Fernando’s treasonous and unconstitutional statement, a public protest against the ETCA agreement was held in front of the Indian High Commission, Colombo today. The protest was over the statement on selling national resources, economic and security assets for India’s geopolitical interests, which makes the national economy a victim of India. Pix by Nisal Baduge
26 Feb 2024 - 2 - 1925
An exhibition of vintage stamps and coins was held over the weekend at the Public Library in Colombo. Several stamps and other vintage articles were also exhibited and sold at this exhibition. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
25 Feb 2024 - 3 - 2229
A counter-protest was held in Negombo today in response to allegations that the fisheries harbour in Pitipana has been taken over by the Archdiocese of Colombo. Demonstrators accused the opposing group of spreading falsehoods and claimed that the decision by the Archdiocese of Colombo is correct. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel
24 Feb 2024 - 36 - 5491
A big crowd gathered at Hyde Park, Colombo today as Sugeeshwara Bandara made his debut in national politics as Colombo district organizer of the new alliance led by ex-Minister Anura Yapa. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi
24 Feb 2024 - 2 - 745
An official ceremony was held recently at the Samudradevi Girls’ College, Nugegoda for the admission of new children to Grade One for the year 2024.
24 Feb 2024 - 0 - 205
President Ranil Wickremesinghe and former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa graced the first day of the Gangarama Navam Perahara in Colombo along with several other dignitaries last night. Traditional drummers, dancers and whip-crackers added colour to the Perahera. Pic by Pradeep Dilrukshana
23 Feb 2024 - 0 - 1365
Architect 2024, the biggest construction and architecture exhibition of the year, was launched at the BMICH. The exhibition is organized by the Sri Lankan Architects’ Association with the masters in the field. It will be held till Sunday (25) from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
23 Feb 2024 - 2 - 286
Religious observances at Bellanwila People gathered at the Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharaya were seen taking part in religious observances today on Nawam Full Moon Poya day. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
23 Feb 2024 - 7 - 1368
An elephant brought for the Nawam Perahera at Hunupitiya Gangaramaya temple safely crosses the road at the Viharamahadevi Park pedestrian crossing and enjoys a snack at the library junction food truck. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
22 Feb 2024 - 1 - 393
People in urban areas of Colombo engaged in construction work during the daytime despite the hot weather. Some labourers were also transporting goods in Pettah to earn their living, persevering the the heat. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
22 Feb 2024 - 0 - 308
King coconut water has become an attraction in Colombo these days with the hot weather, with people seeking to quench their thirst. The Department of Meteorology has warned the public not to stay in the sunlight for long periods. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
22 Feb 2024 - 2 - 252
The 100th commemoration of U.W. Sumathipala, founder of the Sumathi Group of Companies, was held today at the Cinnamon Lakeside Hotel in Colombo. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
22 Feb 2024 - 0 - 133
Despite the high prices, people were observed buying vegetables and other commodities at Bodhiraja Mawatha in Colombo Fort today. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
22 Feb 2024 - 0 - 782
The inauguration ceremony of the 42nd annual session of ‘Architect 2024’ of the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects (SLIA) was held today at the BMICH. The ceremony will include the formal induction of newly elected Chartered Architects for 2023, the presentation of SLIA Design Awards, Colour Awards, Research Awards and Product Awards for 2024. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
21 Feb 2024 - 16 - 824
The National Resources Protection Movement (NRPM) staged a protest in Colombo today against the government’s moves to privatize several public institutions. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
21 Feb 2024 - 0 - 166
A protest took place outside the Health Ministry in Colombo, led by B Pharma (Hons) graduates demanding job appointments and addressing various other grievances. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana.
21 Feb 2024 - 0 - 118
A procession (perahera) was held last night to commemorate the 134th birth anniversary of the late pioneer of Ananda Sastralaya, Kotte. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
21 Feb 2024 - 0 - 133
International Mother Language Day was marked in Colombo today with a ceremony organized by the High Commission of Bangladesh, the Education Ministry and Sri Lanka Scouts Association. Education Minister Susil Premajayantha, External Affairs Minister Ali Sabry, heads of foreign missions in Sri Lanka, the clergy and schoolchildren participated in the event. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel
21 Feb 2024 - 6 - 1538
The 29th edition of the Sumathi Awards ceremony was held at the Monarch Imperial yesterday, showcasing the pinnacle of Sri Lankan television excellence. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi
21 Feb 2024 - 0 - 242
An unprecedented number of tourists visited Kataragama yesterday (20) and attended religious rituals at the Kiriwehera and Devalaya premises.
20 Feb 2024 - 3 - 478
The joint media briefing by visiting Iranian Foreign Minister Dr. Amir Abdullahian and Sri Lankan Foreign Affairs Minister M.U.M. Ali Sabry took place in Colombo on February 20, 2024. Iranian Foreign Minister Dr. Hossein arrived in Sri Lanka last night for a three-day official visit. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
20 Feb 2024 - 13 - 1509
The Education Ministry today launched the first ’’Mindfulness’’ programme for this year for schoolchildren at the Dharmapala Vidyalaya in Pannipitiya with the participation of Education Minister Susil Premajayantha.
20 Feb 2024 - 0 - 96
Students’ union of the Indigenous Medicine Faculty staged a protest march today from Rajagiriya Ayurveda Hospital to Auyrveda rounabout, demanding the government to withdraw the policies that destroy the local indigenous medical practices and to take immediate action to overcome the current medical shortage. Pix by Nisal Baduge
20 Feb 2024 - 1 - 453
A public protest was held in Colombo, demanding the government expel Minister Harin Fernando from his post and stop selling the country to India. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
19 Feb 2024 - 1 - 1144
A floral procession (Mal Perahera) was held this evening at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo. The annual Navam Perahera will be held in Colombo on February 22 and 23, 2024. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
19 Feb 2024 - 1 - 310
Workmen attending to repairs to the railway lines of the Ragama railway station, which were damaged due to the derailment of the Badulla-bound Colombo Udarata Menike express train yesterday. The train operations on the main line were delayed due to the derailment of the Udarata Menike express train near the Ragama railway station yesterday. Three tracks were damaged due to the derailment. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirising
19 Feb 2024 - 1 - 202
Dr. Geethika Rathnawardana assumed duties today as the first female Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC). She becomes the first Chief Medial Officer appointed to this post after a lapse of 122 years. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
27 Mar 2024