Fighting dengue

The Presidential Task Force for Dengue eradication, headed by Minister of Health Maithreepala Sirisena, has named the month starting from the June 25 to July 25 as “The national mosquito eradication month.” Pictures show the task force carrying out inspections at various locations. Pix by Nisal Baduge

“EPF – ETF funds robbed”

Opposition leader Ranil Wickramasinghe addressing the media at a ceremony to award appointment letters to new organizers said that the government had “robbed billions out of EPF- ETF funds through fraudulent deals”. Pictured here is Wickremesinghe addressing the gathering. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

SF at funeral

Former Army Commander Sarath Fonseka today paid his last respects to the victims of the attack on Friday’s JVP meeting in Katuwana and met their relatives. Pix by Krishan Jeewaka Jayaruk

This is Wimal…

Minister Wimal Weerawansa being introduced to Cuban President Raul Castro by President Mahinda Rajapaksa prior to the meeting between the two leaders at the Palace of the Revolution in Havana on Sunday. Pix by Sudath Silva

Another wicket....

Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by 44 runs in the fourth one-day international in Colombo on Saturday to gain a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. Pix courtesy AFP

Humanity breaks all barriers

Two Three year olds Santhosh and Abheesha both children of LTTE cadres are pictured here prior to leaving for Jaffna. Both children were diagnosed with complicated heart ailments and their treatments were completely sponsored by the Army Asiri Heart Care Fun. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Reviewing the Economy

IMF Mission Head, Dr John Nelmes giving a review of Sri Lanka’s macroeconomic policy at a media briefing held today. Dr. Koshy Mathai, IMF country representative for Sri Lanka and Maldives and Dr Rahul Anand were present at the briefing. Pic by Pradeep Dilrukshan

Enjoying the practice

Sri Lanka's  Kumar Sangakkara jokes with Dinesh Chandimal during a practice session ahead of their fourth One Day International cricket match against Pakistan in Colombo June 15, 2012. REUTERS

Annual blood drive

A blood donation campaign was held at the Pettah Manning market today by the Manning market blood donors’ society. This program is an annual event and was held for the 14th time. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

3rd Asian Youth Games in 2017

Sri Lanka will host the 3rd Asian Youth Games in 2017, the chairman of Olympic Council of Asia, Sheikh Ahmad Fahad Al - Sabah, announced at the Olympic house in Colombo.  A special cover stamps also issued to commemorate the event. The Games will be held in the city of Hambantota and 12 sports will be included in the games. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

First press conference

Former Army commander Sarath Fonseka is seen here speaking at his first press conference since his release at the Taj Samudra hotel today. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

No barriers for blood

A blood donation campaign was held at the Pettah Manning market today by the Manning Market Blood Donors’ Society. This program is an annual event and was held for the 14th time. Seen here is a tradesman donating blood. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

In faith we gather

The annual feast of the St Anthony’s Church Kochchikade was held today amidst a large gathering.  The picture shows the chariot containing the statue of St. Anthony is being taken in a procession. Pic By Pradeep Pathirana

ADB donates sewerage equipment to CMC

Defense Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Minister of Local Government and Provincial Councils A.L.M. Athaullah and Colombo Mayor A.J.M. Muzammil are seen in a pensive mood at a ceremony held to mark the handing over of modern sewerage cleaning equipment donated by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to Colombo Municipal Council at Roxy Garden yesterday. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Annual Church Feast, Alternative routes

Alternative routes for motorists today the roads being closed in the Colombo area for the St. Anthony’s Annual Church Feast

Tornado hits Matara

A tornado damaged about 40 houses today in several areas of the Matara district, disaster management center officials said. Adding to this they stated that these winds mainly affected the Polhena, Yatiyana, Kadawedduma areas. The picture shows the small tornado that appeared in the sea. Pix by Krishan Jeewaka Jayaruk.

National till day

Members of the Frontline Socialist Party (FSP) gathered in front of the Fort railway station to celebrate ‘Jathika Keta Dinaya’ (National till day) today. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Interactive graphic: Cases against SF

This interactive graphic highlights the court cases against former Army Commander Sarath Fonseka.

Saying NO to child labour

As part of a programmeto mark World Day Against Child Labour today, children from schools around the Colombo area participated in a walk from Independence Square to the Viharamahadevi Park expressing their views against children being used for labour. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Bandaranaike out, Shangri-La in?

Pictures show a survey being conducted for the removal of the Bandaranaike statue at Galle face Green. This statue will be removed for the construction of the Shangri-La Hotel. Hong Kong-based Shangri-La Hotels and Resort is one of the world’s most respected hotel companies. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

CTGLA protest

Chauffeur Tourist Guide Lecturers Association of Sri Lanka (CTGLA) today staged a protest in front of the Galle Face Green roundabout urging the authorities to fulfill their demands and proposals. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Heritage park at Thoppigala

Pictures show Sri Lanka Army personnel building a heritage park and a war memorial for the three forces and the police in the Thoppigala area after its capture from the LTTE. They are hoping to complete the construction with in two months. A souvenir shop and a museum are also to be constructed. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Upside down

Pictures show a SLTB bus which met with an accident injuring 22 passengers near the Bogawantalawa estate when it skidded off the road last night. (Pix by Ranjith Rjapaksa)

Vegetable prices to increase?

Traders and consumers are seen here busy with their activities at the Vavuniya market this morning. The price of vegetables in Vavuniya is expected to increase due to the farmers moving out of the industry. Pix by Romesh Madushanka-Wanni

Countdown begins…

The 100-day countdown to the ICC World Twenty 20, 2012, which is to be held in Sri Lanka began today at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium grounds in Kandy.  Picture shows over 350 school children from the Kandy district forming a giant '100' at the Pallekele Stadium.  ICC Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat, President of Sri Lanka Cricket, Upali Dharmadasa and several senior players were present. - Pix by Kushan Pathirajah

Another century...

Tillakaratne Dilshan hit one six and 11 fours in his 139-ball 119 not out for his 13th one-day hundred during the second One-Day International against Pakistan in Pallekele. Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by 76 runs to level the five-match series 1-1.AFP Photos

Am I still no.1?

Indian Bollywood film actress Madhuri Dixit Nene (R) and Sri Lankan cricketer Sanath Jayasuriya perform during the launch of this season's Colors television channel Hindi reality dance show 'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa' in Mumbai on June 7, 2012.  AFP

A helping hand

Soldiers at Welikanda in the Eastern Province are fully occupied building roads in the area. The army hopes to continue helping the government develop the road network in the country. Pic by Pradeep Pathirana

‘No vision but I still can see’

Internal trade and co-operative Minister Johnston Fernando awarded a special scholarship to a visually handicapped girl who obtained 9 As in G C E (Ordinary Level) examination in 2011. The ceremony was organized to felicitate 165 students who won Jinnah Memorial Scholarship – 2012, by the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo. (Pix By Nisal Baduge)

Bridging the gap

Former army commander Sarath Fonseka is being greeted by, one of his supporters when he visited the Colombo High Court complex for the hearing of one of his cases. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja