Seeking Justice...

For successors...

At a significant milestone...

Dana offered for expected mothers

Buying at higher prices

World’s best traditional breakfasts

Tourists explore Colombo's popular spots

Red rice at Rs. 305 per kilo in Morawaka

Promoting lesser-known foods...

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and World Food Programme (WFP) in Sri Lanka, together with the Ministry of Environment and the Department of Agriculture, launched a campaign to promote lesser-known, nutrient-rich foods. The event was held at BMICH Mihilaka Medura. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Support for President Donald Trump

Protest demanding immediate recruitment...

The Union of All Ceylon School Development Officers held a protest today in front of the Fort Railway Station, demanding the government immediately recruit all School Development Officers without further delay. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Protest against genocide in Palestine

The United Socialist Party staged a protest today in front of the American Embassy, demanding that the United States and Israel stop the genocide of the Palestinian people. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Transport Minister takes train ride...

Beira Lake gets a fresh start

The Beira Lake in Colombo is undergoing a much-needed cleanup operation. Workers and volunteers are coming together to remove debris, clear invasive plants, and restore its natural beauty.

EU Mission presents Election recommendations...

The European Union Election Observation Mission today presented its Final Report, with 16 recommendations to enhance Sri Lanka’s future electoral processes

St. Benedict’s College inaugurates STEM Centre

St. Benedict’s College, Kotahena inaugurated a state-of-the-art STEM Centre to integrate the learning areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics in a bid to evolve the present curriculum based education. Minister of Science and Technology Prof. Chrishantha Abeysena took part as the chief guest of the event along with Director cum Principal of St. Benedict’s College

EDEX Expo 2025 kicks off

Worthy cause...

Colombo City Running Team donated an artificial limb to a 37-year-old man from Anamaduwa, who had lost his right leg. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Bi-annual inspection at Dam Street police station...

Officers from the Dam Street police station today conducted their bi-annual inspection. The inspection team was headed by SSP Central Colombo Sugath Galagamage. The Dam Street Police OIC CI Ajith Peduruarachchi accompanied the routine inspection team. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Protest against Rohingya human trafficking

The Indigenous Movement organized a protest outside the Opposition Leader’s Office today, voicing opposition to the illegal immigration of Rohingya refugees and condemning the human trafficking involved. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel.

DIG Premaratne retires from Sri Lanka Police

DIG Rohan Premaratne, who served as the DIG of Western Province (North), has bid farewell to the Sri Lanka Police. A ceremony to honor his departure was held at the Police Headquarters. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Protest against selling off state hospitals to private medical colleges...

Students of Sri Jayewardenepura medical faculty held a protest calling the government health authorities to halt the project to sell off state hospitals to private medical colleges. The protest was organized by the Medical Faculty Students’ Action Committee. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

AKD meets Xi Jinping...

President Anura Kumara Disanayake, currently on a four-day state visit to China, held an official meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping this afternoon at the Great Hall of the People. Upon President Disanayake’s arrival at the Great Hall, he was warmly received by President Xi Jinping. The welcoming ceremony was conducted with great honour, including a ceremonial gun salute.

Colorful kolam for Thai Pongal

Thai Pongal celebrations

Duruthu Perahera held in Kelaniya

Aluthsahal Mangallaya at Sri Dalada Maligawa

Inauguration of 43rd President of College of Surgeons Held

Observing Duruthu Poya

World’s biggest religious festival begins