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Sat, 04 May 2024 Today's Paper
17 Mar 2024 - 9 - 3096
’’Satharawa Deepani’’ an event hosted by Minister of Transport and Media, Bandula Gunawardena, aimed to award scholarships to school children and honour actors of movies he has produced, was held at the BMICH on March 16, 2024, with the participation of notable artistes, namely Ravindra Randeniya, Swarna Mallawarachchi, Malini Fonseka and Anoja Weerasinghe. Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena graced the occasion as the chief guest. Pix by Waruna
16 Mar 2024 - 24 - 5695
Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga in conversation with SJB Leader Sajith Premadasa at a Bleedgood project launch on Thursday. However, other possible allies seem to be absent.
15 Mar 2024 - 5 - 525
People in urban areas of Colombo engaged in work during the daytime despite the hot weather. Some labourers were also transporting goods in Pettah to earn their living, persevering the the heat.
15 Mar 2024 - 0 - 860
“Construction Expo 2024” organized by the Ceylon Institute of Builders (CIOB) will be held from March 15 to 17 at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Hall at the BMICH. This is an excellent opportunity for new product sourcing, networking with new contacts and business opportunities, the latest technology added to the building and construction industry, etc. to promote the construction industry in Sri Lanka. Pix by Kithisiri De Mel
14 Mar 2024 - 3 - 2736
A programme was held by Vega Innovations to convert fuel-burning vehicles, including three-wheelers, to electric at the eShift Charging Station in Colombo 7. Transport Minister Bandula Gunawardana participated in the event. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
14 Mar 2024 - 0 - 289
LankaPay announced the sixth edition of LankaPay Technnovation Awards - Sri Lanka’s pioneering and the only payment technology innovation awards to recognize the Payment Technology innovators.
14 Mar 2024 - 3 - 2283
A noteworthy achievement in dental care in Sri Lanka was revealed with the latest endeavor from Dantaja Premium Dental Chambers – the introduction of ’Dantaja on Wheels’, our mobile medical clinic. This significant event took place at the esteemed Bandaranaike International Conference Hall premises in Colombo and was honored by the presence of the respected Tourism, Lands, Sports, and Youth Affairs Minister Harin Fernando.
12 Mar 2024 - 8 - 2841
The Port City Colombo today marked a significant milestone with the ground-breaking ceremony for its premier business park, the Business Centre. CHEC Port City Colombo Ltd., said the event transcends a simple building construction – it signifies the dawn of a new era for Sri Lanka’s economic landscape. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
12 Mar 2024 - 0 - 305
Newly appointed British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Andrew Patrick visited the Gangaramaya Temple today to invoke blessings on his new appointment. During the visit, Deputy Incumbent of the temple Ven. Dr. Kirinde Assaji Thera presented the High Commissioner with the book “Twentieth Century Impressions of Ceylon’’ published by the Gangaramaya Temple. Pic by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
12 Mar 2024 - 0 - 319
The Joint Health Workers’ Union (JHWU) today staged a protest in front of Colombo National Hospital (CNH) demanding government resolve their pending trade union requests including allowances. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
11 Mar 2024 - 12 - 1673
A silent protest was held in front of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) over the steep salary hikes given to its employees. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
10 Mar 2024 - 0 - 958
The 2024 Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) Day was held yesterday at the Galle Face, grounds with the participation of diplomatic missions of member countries, partner states and a large number of school students from all provinces of the island. The theme for 2024 IORA Day is ’A Sustainable Indian Ocean for the Future Generation’. The commemoration was held under the chairmanship of President Wickremesinghe. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
10 Mar 2024 - 14 - 1962
The first public rally of the United National Party (UNP) was held in Kuliyapitiya with the participation of President Ranil Wickremesinghe. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
10 Mar 2024 - 0 - 156
As Ramazan, the month of fasting, will start this week, several Muslims were seen in Petta getting busy with their shopping. While buying of clothes is usually done towards the festival of Eid, people were seen getting a head-start, probably since economic conditions have improved from what it was over the last couple of years - Pix by Nisal Baduge
10 Mar 2024 - 0 - 115
The KC’s Overseas Education Fair, held today from 10:30 am to 5:00 pm at The Galadari Hotel, Colombo, provided a platform for exploring international education options. Representatives from over 50 universities across 9 countries, including New Zealand, Canada, Finland, Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, Dubai and Singapore, were present, offering a diverse array of opportunities. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
09 Mar 2024 - 10 - 2122
The fourth day of the ’Air Tattoo 2024’ educational and technological exhibition held at the Muttraweli Ground in Jaffna today. State Minister of Defence Pramitha Bandara Thennakoon, attended the event as the Chief Guest. Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, the Commander of the Air Force, extended a warm welcome to the Chief Guest. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
08 Mar 2024 - 0 - 502
Hindu devotees are seen engaged in religious observances at a Hindu temple in Colombo, today to mark Maha Shivaratri. Maha Shivarathri is a Hindu festival celebrated in honour of Lord Shiva and in particular signifies the night when Shiva performs the heavenly dance. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi
08 Mar 2024 - 2 - 485
A total of 47 laymen from Thailand were temporarily ordained at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo today (08). Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
08 Mar 2024 - 2 - 600
A ceremony organized by the UNP women’s wing ’Lak Wanitha Peramuna’ to mark International Women’s Day was held at a hotel in Kotte. Chief of Presidential Staff Sagala Ratnayake, UNP General Secretary Palitha Range Bandara and Lak Vanitha Peramuna President Shanthini Kongahage were also present. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
08 Mar 2024 - 1 - 446
Femina Women’s Expo 2024, Sri Lanka’s largest women’s exhibition was launched today at the BMICH Colombo. It will be held till Sunday (10). This unique event is dedicated to honouring and celebrating Sri Lanka’s women and coincides with International Women’s Day 2024, which is marked worldwide on March 8. The Chief of Police in charge of the Child and Women Abuse Prevention Division, DIG Renuka Jayasundara participated in the event.
08 Mar 2024 - 2 - 489
A ceremony was held today at Nalanda College in view of International Women’s Day by the Community Police Unit in Colombo. Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon participated at the event. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi
07 Mar 2024 - 11 - 1992
The ’’Press Vs. Prez’’ book was officially launched at the Nelum Pokuna Theater in Colombo today (07) under the patronage of President Ranil Wickremesinghe. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
07 Mar 2024 - 0 - 81
The celebration honouring the enduring legacy of Charles Henry de Soysa, the esteemed founder of the De Soysa Hospital for Women, Lunawa Hospital and Prince and Princess of Wales’ Colleges, took place on Sunday in commemoration of his 188th birth anniversary. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
07 Mar 2024 - 0 - 1317
The ’’Air Tattoo - 2024’’ educational and technical exhibition, held in conjunction with the 73rd anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force, was inaugurated yesterday at the Muttraweli Ground in Jaffna. Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force presenting a symbolic aircraft souvenir to a schoolgirl, inspiring her dream of becoming an aviator.
06 Mar 2024 - 23 - 1591
The Inter University Students’ Union held a protest marching from Borella where police fired water cannons at them. The students then entered the premises of the National Hospital Colombo and continued their picketing. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
05 Mar 2024 - 13 - 2246
The autobiography ’Mage Kathawa’ of SJB MP Imthiaz Bakeer Markar was launched at the Ananda College auditorium today (05). The event saw the participation of a plethora of dignitaries including Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena, Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, former President Chandrika Kumaratunge, Ministers, MPs, academics, and other distinguished guests. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
05 Mar 2024 - 1 - 528
The no-confidence motion on Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena was handed over to Deputy Secretary General of Parliament Chaminda Kularatne today.
03 Mar 2024 - 15 - 4883
President Ranil Wickremesinghe graced the 94th ’Battle of the Maroons’ cricket clash between Ananda and Nalanda Colleges, iconic Buddhist boys’ schools in Sri Lanka, at the SSC ground in Colombo today (03).Ananda College Principal Lal Dissanayake is also in the picture. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
03 Mar 2024 - 1 - 726
President Ranil Wickremesinghe welcomed His Holiness Dr. Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin Saheb, Spiritual Leader of the Dawoodi Bohra Community, at the official residence of President this afternoon (03).
03 Mar 2024 - 3 - 1636
President Ranil Wickremesinghe attended the 94th historic ’’Battle of the Maroons’’ cricket encounter between Ananda and Nalanda Colleges held today at the SSC ground in Colombo. Pererannual cricket encounter commemorates the esteemed ’’Late Dr. N.M. Perera Memorial Challenge Championship Trophy,’’ with today marking the culmination of this year’s two day encounter.
04 May 2024