Against Wimal

A lone protestor is pictured here holding a banner urging the authorities to take action against what the protestor termed “ Robbery”. Trade Unions attached to the State Engineering Corporation said that they will continue their protest until there was an end to corruption and an increase in their salaries. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Buffalo transport

Police personnel on night patrol yesterday detected a trishaw transporting a buffalo with its feet tied and covered with gunny bags. The buffalo was rescued while the trishaw and its driver were taken into custody. Pix by S. Galappatthi

For the release of many

A protest was held by the Movement for the release of Political prisoners opposite, the Fort railway station today. The protestors also condemned the recent death of a Vavuniya prison inmate. (Pix by Pradeep Pathirana)

A picture says a thousand words

Cartoonists were invited today to meet President Mahinda Rajapaksha, for breakfast at Temple Trees. Pictured here are cartoonists with the President during the meeting. (Pix by Sudath Silva)

Another day at Court

Hirunika Premachandra is seen leaving the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court this morning after attending the court inquiry into the killing of her father Bharatha Lakshman Premachandra. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Van catches fire on E01

A van caught fire at the 12.6Km post on the Southern Expressway (E01), near Bandaragama, this morning. An expressway fire-fighting unit rushed to the scene and attempted to douse the fire but to no avail. The two men onboard managed to escape unhurt. The expressway Traffic Division is conducting further inquiries. Pix by Kusal Chamath

“Bous a la Mar”

A bull chasing revellers jumps into the sea during the “Bous a la Mar” festival in the eastern Spanish coastal town of Denia July 9, 2012. During this festival, revellers emerging from protective barriers provoke bulls to chase them until they both fall into the sea. The bulls are then rescued by small boats who tow them to safety. REUTERS

Protest over child abuse

A demonstration against the increase in the abuse of children was held in Fort today. It was organized by the Women for right. Pictures show some of the participants at the demonstration. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Sluice gates open

Following heavy rains in the Norton Bridge area, two sluice gates of the Lakshapana reservoir and six gates of the Wimalasurendra reservoir were opened this morning, after the water level had reached spilling level. (Pix by Ranjith Rajapaksa)

Video: Appeal for being cashiered

The Court of Appeal today re- fixed the writ application of former Army Commander Sarath Fonseka to the 2nd of October. Fonseka is challenging the verdict 1st court martial which sentenced him to be cashiered from the army. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Reaping the benefits of the ocean

Fishermen in Kalmunai are pictured here netting their catch. Kalmunai is reported to have netted the highest harvest during the fishing season this year. (Pix by Kushan Pathiaraja)

Can't stomach the pain of separation

In an emotional scenario, this nine-year-old boy Tharusha Lakshan is feeding his only sister - two-year-old Chalanika Kavisha who is not big enough to realize that she is going to lose his brotherly love for two weeks, moments before they go their separate ways.... more

Mahiyangana-Ampara road

Workers are busy with the construction work in the Dambana area on the Mahiyangana-Ampara road today. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Dead fish…

Picture shows some thousands of dead fish in the Arugam Bay due to the current drought situation badly affecting the eastern province. Action has been taken by the authorities to find out the reasons for the unprecedented deaths. People in the area have been advised to refrain from consuming dead fish. Pix by U Wijesinghje-Potuvil 

Celebrating

Sri Lankan cricketer Nuwan Kulasekara celebrates with teammate Dinesh Chandimal the dismissal of Pakistani cricketer Younis Khan during the opening day of the third and final Test match between Sri Lanka and Pakistan at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele today (08).  Sri Lanka's captain Mahela Jayawardene won the toss and sent Pakistan in to bat. AFP

For the finals....

Sri Lanka's captain Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara stretch during a practice session ahead of their third and final test cricket match against Pakistan in Pallekele today (7). Reuters

Shut down!

Sri Lanka X-news and Lankamirror websites editor Ruwan Ferdinandez today surrendered to the Colombo Chief Magistrate. UNP members Mangala Samaraweera and Ravi Karunanayake were present in court. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Discussing pros and cons of potential candidates

SLFP General Secretary and Health Minister Maithripala Sirisena is seen talking to Administration and Home Affairs Minister John Seneviratne during the interview to select candidates for the forthcoming provincial council elections. Central Province Chief Minister Sarath Ekanayaka is also seen in the picture. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Farm to fork exhibition

Pro Food Pro Pack and Agbiz 2012, an exhibition showcasing the food chain from ‘farm to fork’ was declared open by the Economic Development Minister Basil Rajapaksa today. Exhibitors from Malaysia, Turkey, Argentina and many other countries are taking part in the event. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Coal miners attack police

Spanish miners fire homemade rockets towards the Spanish National Police during a miners' demonstration in El Entrego, inside “Pozo Soton” near Langreo, northern Spain, on July 4, 2012. Spanish coal miners are staging a nationwide strike action organized by unions opposed to subsidy reductions from 301 million euros to 111 million euros. AFP

New police station

Economic Development Minister Basil Rajapaksa opened the newly built Malwathuhiripitiya police station in Gampaha today. Inspector General of Police (IGP) N.K Illangakone also participated at the ceremony. OIC of the police S.B Magalegoda and his policemen held a guard of honour for the chief guest. Pix By Kushan Pathiraja

Waiting for the auspicious time

The foundation stone for the construction of the Secretariat for Personal Identification was laid in Battaramulla this morning. Pictured here are Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa and  Defence Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa awaiting the arrival of the auspicious time. The state of the art complex is projected to cost 7.5 billion rupees and is set to be completed within three years. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Street show for Archeology week

Celebrating the Archeology week, the Department of Archaeology today organised a programme to educate the public against the destruction of historic artifacts. Seen here are actors engaging in a street performance opposite the Fort train station. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

No comments: EC

Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya told a news conference today that he was not in a position to comment on the merits or demerits of establishing an independent election commission. Pix Nisal Baduge

'Sign and say no'

Intellectuals and Organizations against Private Medical Schools today organised the signing of a petition against the Malabe Private Medical School. The campaign was held outside the Kalubowila Teaching Hospital. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

'More runs to score'

Tillakaratne Dilshan and Kumar Sangakkara run between wickets during the fourth day of their second test match against Pakistan in Colombo today. Pic by Reuters

SB’s date with Dates

Higher Education Minister S.B. Dissanayake seen picking dates from a date palm tree at Kaththankudi in Batticaloa when he visited the area yesterday. Pix by Sukri

World’s largest Esala Perahara

The world’s largest Esala Perahara was held yesterday with the participation of 12,500 school children from 385 schools. Children from all communities and religions participated according to the Ministry of Education which organised the event. President Mahinda Rajapaksa also viewed the Perahera when it was passing the Temple Trees last evening. Pix By Pradeep Pathirana

Blessings from Buddha

Today is Esala full moon Poya day, which is celebrated by Buddhists Island wide. Esala Poya is significant to Buddhists as the day Buddha preached his first dhamma sermon, the 'Dhamma Chakka Pavattana Sutta'. The picture shows devotees at the Gangarama temple taking part in religious observances. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

‘Sanjana Putha’

Some 39 asylum seekers, thought to be Sri Lankan, on their fishing boat waiting to be transferred to Christmas Island’s ‘Flying Fish Cove’. Pic courtesy PerthNow