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To mitigate challenges faced by fishermen in the fishing industry arising from abrupt climate changes in the deep sea, a web application named ’Sayura,’ developed by Dialog Axiata PLC, was launched today at Dikowita Fisheries Harbor with the patronage of Minister of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Douglas Devananda. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
27 Nov 2023 - 0 - 824
Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera participated at the fruit and vegetable exhibition held at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall in Colombo, where the public questioned the Minister on the shortage of Keeri Samba rice. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
27 Nov 2023 - 0 - 12
Railway unions staged a protest in Colom today (27) calling for a salary hike of Rs. 20,000, starting from January of the upcoming year. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi
27 Nov 2023 - 0 - 104
A protest has been held by the health unions over several demands, including an increase in state salaries. They demanded an Rs. 20,000 increase in salaries, for the increment to be implemented from January next year, Pix by Nisal Baduge
27 Nov 2023 - 20 - 3841
The bridge at the Kollupitiya railway station poses a great threat to pedestrians as it is in a very dilapidated state. There are large holes on the corroded roof that pose threats of passers-by being hit by falling pieces of the structure. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
27 Nov 2023 - 2 - 1312
Stunning photographs show two wild stallions in a dramatic battle while fighting over a female. The horses can be seen rearing up on their hind legs while trying to bite each other’s necks in rare images taken in the Shropshire Hills. (Daily Mail)
27 Nov 2023 - 0 - 122
The ’’Katina Pooja,’’ a ritual offering of new robes, took place at the Pahiyangala Ancient Temple on Sunday, presided over by the Chief Incumbent of the temple, Ven Pahiyangala Ananda Sagara Thera. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
26 Nov 2023 - 4 - 784
Today is Ill Full Moon Poya Day. These photos depict scenes at the Gangarama Temple where Buddhist devotees engaged in religious activities this morning. Pix by Nisal Baduge
25 Nov 2023 - 0 - 57
A protest organized by the ’People’s Struggle Movement’ was held voicing opposition to the United States of America’s support for Israel in the Israeli-Palestinian conflicts. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
25 Nov 2023 - 4 - 1222
An exhibition of stamps, coins, currency notes organized by the All Ceylon Philately and Numismatics Association kicked off on Friday (24) at the New Town Hall, Colombo. The exhibition will be held until Saturday (25). Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
24 Nov 2023 - 0 - 365
An exhibition of vintage stamps, coins, and currency notes commenced today at the Public Library in Colombo and will be held till tomorrow (25). The event was organized by the Sri Lanka Independent Philatelic Association. Several stamps and other vintage articles are also exhibited and sold at this exhibition. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
24 Nov 2023 - 8 - 1416
The year-end construction home decoration trade fair ’Colombo Trade Fair 2023’ was launched today at the BMICH under the initiative of Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka. Information on all tasks, from the initial stages of home design to occupancy, can be gained at this exhibition which will continue till November 26. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel
23 Nov 2023 - 22 - 4397
Residents of the Nallathanniya area are living in constant fear of possible dangers to their lives from a sounder of wild boars frequenting the town. They pointed out that several boars had sharp tusks with which anyone could be pierced to death.
23 Nov 2023 - 3 - 1698
The Victoria Reservoir, the main reservoir of the five hydropower reservoirs, spilled over this morning. Engineers in Charge of the reservoir said four automatic spill gates opened last morning releasing the excess water into the Mahaweli Ganga. Residents of the area said the torrential flow of water from the spill gates and the splash created a lovely and attractive sight which was very rare. Pix by Shane Seneviratne
22 Nov 2023 - 5 - 1284
The 52nd United Arab Emirates National Day was held today at the Galle Face Hotel in Colombo with the participation of the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates in Colombo, Khaled Nasser Al Ameri. Pix by Nisal Baduge
22 Nov 2023 - 1 - 86
Sri Lanka Customs detected 9,600 kgs of Orid (Undu) flour brought to the country declared as Calcium carbonate to evade Customs duty. The importer, a resident of Angoda was taken into the custody of the Sri Lanka Customs over the incident. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
22 Nov 2023 - 2 - 2569
A mother (42) and daughter (16) recently held the ’Pahim Path Mangalyaya’ (a stage performance a dance student performs after undertaking years of training) at the Walukaram Maha Viharaya, Katukurunda, Moratuwa for the first time in Sri Lanka’s dancing history.
21 Nov 2023 - 3 - 675
Officials from the Galkiriyagama Wildlife Office were seen rescuing a blind elephant that was in danger of drowning while crossing the swollen Kalawewa River.
21 Nov 2023 - 2 - 242
Sri Lanka’s new High Commissioner to the United Kingdom Rohitha Bogollagama visited the London Buddhist Vihara immediately after assuming duties at the High Commission on Monday.
21 Nov 2023 - 9 - 2717
The new “Fashion Café” duty-free shop operated by Flemingo Duty Free was opened at Bandaranaike International Airport yesterday.
21 Nov 2023 - 6 - 3140
A leading group of Travel Agents from Germany arrived in Sri Lanka on Wednesday (15) on a tour organised by House of Travel Pvt. Ltd. (HOT) in association with PATA German sector.
20 Nov 2023 - 5 - 964
A silent protest was held in front of the United Nations head office in Colombo over the killing of children due to continuous attacks. The protest was held to condemn the child killings in the Gaza Strip. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
20 Nov 2023 - 1 - 184
The 34th anniversary of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child was held at the UNICEF office in Colombo under the patronage of the UNICEF representative to Sri Lanka, Christian Skoog. The Convention was adopted by the UN General Assembly on November 20, 1989. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
20 Nov 2023 - 9 - 1112
The National People’s Power (NPP) conducted a protest march and rally in Nugegoda with the theme “Let’s drive away crazy, corrupt regime that sells country & oppresses masses!” The event aimed to express opposition to what the organisers claim as a government that imposes increased taxes, raises commodity prices and electricity bills, sells national resources and enacts repressive decrees. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
19 Nov 2023 - 13 - 1946
Pat Cummins and Co are champions again in 2023. (Pix: ICC)
19 Nov 2023 - 2 - 503
While participating in the ceremony to name the ancient Kachchiwatta Mosque at Magalla, Galle as a place of archaeological value today, Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment Manusha Nanayakkara emphasized that the time has come to ditch all forms of extremism and chauvinism and think of Sri Lanka as one nation, one people in order to achieve development and national unity. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
19 Nov 2023 - 1 - 239
With the increased prices of goods compared to last month, many people suffering from poverty are seen coming to the Delkanda Sunday Market to buy their essentials to prepare their food for living. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel
18 Nov 2023 - 4 - 1301
A Parishkara Puja was held for the 18th time, to invoke blessings for devotees, under the patronage of the Vice Chancellor of the Nagahananda International Buddhist University, Ven Dr. Bodagama Chandima Thero, at Nagahananda International Buddhist University.
17 Nov 2023 - 38 - 3613
The D.A. Rajapaksa Commemorative Oration for 2023 took place at the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute in Colombo. Professor Dananjaya Gamlath from Kelaniya University delivered the oration. Attendees included former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, former Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa, other members of the Rajapaksa family, Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardene, and Ministers Dr. Bandula Gunawardhana and Mahinda Amaraweera.
17 Nov 2023 - 0 - 745
The International Motor and Motor Accessories Exhibition ’Motor Show 2023’ was launched today at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conferenance Hall (BMICH) marking its 16th consecutive year. The exhibition will be held till Sunday (19) from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
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