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Fri, 26 Apr 2024 Today's Paper
06 Mar 2024 - 23 - 1588
The Inter University Students’ Union held a protest marching from Borella where police fired water cannons at them. The students then entered the premises of the National Hospital Colombo and continued their picketing. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
05 Mar 2024 - 13 - 2240
The autobiography ’Mage Kathawa’ of SJB MP Imthiaz Bakeer Markar was launched at the Ananda College auditorium today (05). The event saw the participation of a plethora of dignitaries including Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena, Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, former President Chandrika Kumaratunge, Ministers, MPs, academics, and other distinguished guests. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
05 Mar 2024 - 1 - 525
The no-confidence motion on Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena was handed over to Deputy Secretary General of Parliament Chaminda Kularatne today.
03 Mar 2024 - 15 - 4878
President Ranil Wickremesinghe graced the 94th ’Battle of the Maroons’ cricket clash between Ananda and Nalanda Colleges, iconic Buddhist boys’ schools in Sri Lanka, at the SSC ground in Colombo today (03).Ananda College Principal Lal Dissanayake is also in the picture. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
03 Mar 2024 - 1 - 720
President Ranil Wickremesinghe welcomed His Holiness Dr. Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin Saheb, Spiritual Leader of the Dawoodi Bohra Community, at the official residence of President this afternoon (03).
03 Mar 2024 - 3 - 1630
President Ranil Wickremesinghe attended the 94th historic ’’Battle of the Maroons’’ cricket encounter between Ananda and Nalanda Colleges held today at the SSC ground in Colombo. Pererannual cricket encounter commemorates the esteemed ’’Late Dr. N.M. Perera Memorial Challenge Championship Trophy,’’ with today marking the culmination of this year’s two day encounter.
03 Mar 2024 - 3 - 1960
The Sri Lanka Army team has secured the prestigious gold medal at the 7th Pakistan Army Team Spirit Competition - 2024.
01 Mar 2024 - 1 - 2180
Sri Lanka’s biggest healthcare exhibition, the National Healthcare Exhibition was launched today at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) and will continue till Sunday (3). Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
29 Feb 2024 - 4 - 1370
Newly appointed Inspector-General of Police Deshabandu Tennakoon visited the Gangaramaya Temple this afternoon and met Deputy Incumbent Ven. (Dr) Kirinde Assaji Nayake Thero and received religious blessings on his new appointment. Pix by Nisal Baduge
29 Feb 2024 - 0 - 97
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 - 1588
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 - 1213
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 - 3951
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 - 1941
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 - 2251
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 - 5546
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 - 760
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 - 218
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 - 1392
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 - 296
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 - 1380
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 - 408
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 - 324
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 - 266
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 - 144
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 - 795
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 - 839
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 - 182
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 - 129
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 - 149
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
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