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Thu, 09 May 2024 Today's Paper
18 Apr 2024 - 4 - 1238
A Moringa tree was planted this morning to mark the tree planting ritual for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year at the Gangaramaya Temple. Indigenous Medicine State Minister Sisira Jayakody participated at the event along with Gangaramaya Deputy Incumbent Ven. Kirinde Assaji Thera. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
18 Apr 2024 - 0 - 1107
This handout photograph taken and released by the Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation yesterday (17), shows Mount Ruang spewing hot lava and smoke as seen from Sitaro, North Sulawesi.
16 Apr 2024 - 26 - 5424
President Ranil Wickremesinghe visited the Court Lodge Estate, owned by the Udupusellawa Plantation Company in Nuwara Eliya this morning (16) to explore opportunities for the revival of the tourism industry around the picturesque hills of Nuwara Eliya. Notably, the President embarked on this journey by traversing the Pekoe Trail.
16 Apr 2024 - 0 - 146
Relatives of the victims of the Meetotumulla tragedy paid tribute to their deceased loved ones by lighting lamps at the monument erected at the site. The tragedy, which occurred earlier, claimed the lives of around 32 individuals. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
16 Apr 2024 - 0 - 119
Ambassador of Thailand to Kenya Ms. Morakot Janemathukorn, paid a visit to Kenya’s High Commissioner, Kana Kananathan, at the High Commission Offices in Nairobi .Both participated in constructive talks concerning bilateral affairs of shared importance. The dialogue focused on bilateral matters that hold significance for both countries.
16 Apr 2024 - 4 - 1602
Commuters along with their children and belongings, were stranded at the Fort Railway Station due to train cancellations. Eleven scheduled trains were cancelled today due to the absence of locomotive operators and railway guards. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
15 Apr 2024 - 4 - 2186
People begin arriving in Colombo after the Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebrations. Long-distance buses were deployed to beef up transportation. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
15 Apr 2024 - 1 - 263
Even after the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festivals, some foreign tourists were seen walking in the streets of Colombo. According to the reports by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority, Sri Lanka crossed the 50,000 mark of tourist arrivals during the first nine days of April. Pix By Pradeep Pathirana
15 Apr 2024 - 0 - 557
Oil anointing ceremonies were held throughout the country this morning. This is from a ceremony held at the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo under the aegis of Ven. Dr. Kirinde Assaji Thera. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
15 Apr 2024 - 0 - 292
The annual traditional Avurudu Perahera of the Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Dewalaya was held yesterday, ushering in prosperity following timely rainfall. Pix by Nisal Baduge
14 Apr 2024 - 7 - 1652
A pirith chanting ceremony was held last night at the Siri Vajiragnana Dhamma School, Maharagama in view of the dawn of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
13 Apr 2024 - 0 - 512
We wish our readers a happy Sinhala and Tamil New Year!
13 Apr 2024 - 1 - 343
The distribution of New Year gift parcels to children under the care of 336 Child Development Centres nationwide in celebration of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year commenced this morning in the Colombo, Kalutara and Gampaha districts.
12 Apr 2024 - 4 - 1467
People were buying goods even today to celebrate the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, with most seen buying firecrackers. Pix by Nisal Baduge
12 Apr 2024 - 1 - 1229
Rare bird species and wild animals at the Horton Plains National Park in the summer season. Many local and foreign visitors frequent the National Park to witness its natural beauty. Located at an elevation of 2,100–2,300 m and encompassing mountain grasslands and forest, Horton Plains is rich in biodiversity and many of the species found here are endemic to the region. Pix by Nisal Baduge
11 Apr 2024 - 7 - 1341
UNP Deputy Leader and Senior Presidential Advisor Ruwan Wijewardene met the Chief Prelate (Mahanayake) of the Kotte Sri Kalayani Samagri Dharma Maha Sangha Sabha of the Siyam Maha Nikaya, Ven. Dr. Ittapana Dhammalankara Anu Nayake Maha Thera today. They discussed the current political situation and the status of the economy. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
11 Apr 2024 - 1 - 858
This is the season when Robarosiya flowers are in full bloom. The picture shows several areas glowing with Robarosiya flowers. Pix by Nisal Baduge
10 Apr 2024 - 1 - 905
The Sri Lanka Air Force is preparing for the Colombo Air Show and Defence Exhibition (CADE 2024) to demonstrate air power and stimulate tourism and investment. Air Force Commander Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa announced that the five-day event will take place from May 29 to June 2 at the Galle Face and Colombo Port City.
10 Apr 2024 - 4 - 1219
Muslims gathered at Galle Face Green in Colombo this morning to attend Eid prayers as the holy fasting month of Ramadan came to an end. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
09 Apr 2024 - 4 - 1233
The streets of Colombo and its suburbs bustled with crowds as people flocked for their New Year shopping, eagerly preparing for the festivities of Ramadan, Sinhala and Tamil New Year. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
09 Apr 2024 - 0 - 137
A group of individuals staged a demonstration opposite the Fort Railway Station, marking the second anniversary of the historical people’s uprising known as “Aragalaya,” on July 9, 2022. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
09 Apr 2024 - 2 - 1867
The total solar eclipse brought America to a standstill on Monday as millions stopped work, paused classes and flocked to the streets and city rooftops to view the rare event.
08 Apr 2024 - 2 - 1069
A beverage company in the Port City held a breaking fast (Ifthar) banquet today for the fourth time for Muslim devotees who are fasting. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
08 Apr 2024 - 1 - 484
As Ramazan, the month of fasting draws to an end, several Muslims in Pettah busy with their shopping to celebrate the Eid or festival marking the end of fasting, in a day or two - Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
08 Apr 2024 - 0 - 804
The 38th National Rowing Championship 2024 was held at the Diyawanna Rowing Centre. The crew’s commendable effort to achieve goals whilst tackling examinations and other duties is truly an example of fine sportsmanship. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi
07 Apr 2024 - 1 - 1748
Tourists are captured immersing themselves in delightful culinary experience, savoring the flavors that define Sri Lanka’s rich cultural heritage. Pix by Nisal Baduge
06 Apr 2024 - 10 - 1355
As the Sinhala and Tamil New Year is just around the corner, Sri Lankan people are busy with purchasing goods at the Pettah Market in Colombo. The President of Sri Lanka Ranil Wickramasinghe has instructed the officials to prepare a formal program with the aim of maintaining the uninterrupted essential and public services during the upcoming festive season. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
05 Apr 2024 - 6 - 1563
The 37th edition of the ’Colombo Shopping Festival’, the ultimate shopping paradise, was launched today at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH). The exhibition will be held till next Thursday (11) from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
05 Apr 2024 - 1 - 409
A New Year celebration was held this morning at the Gothami Balika Vidyalaya in Colombo within the school premises. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi
04 Apr 2024 - 14 - 836
The Joint Centre for Unemployed Graduates staged a protest outside the Fort Railway Station today urging the authorities to provide them with jobs that were promised earlier. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
08 May 2024