Shopping gathers momentum

People are seen busy buying essentials in the city market. After the appreciation of the Sri Lankan rupee against US dollar, the prices of several goods in the market were brought down. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana.

Protest against police suppression...

Students of the Open University today staged a protest in front of the university premises against the suppression by the police on protesters. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Against tear gas attacks….

A protest was held in front of the United Nations Headquarters in Thummulla this afternoon against the deaths caused due to recent tear gas attacks, police entering the universities and firing tear-gas at school children and military using cinnamon sticks to beat protesters. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

Fowl play suspected...

The moment a tiny falcon bravely attacks a pelican which flew too close to its nest has been captured in stunning images.

SL monks conferred with honorary religious titles by Myanmar govt.

Six Sri Lankan Theros were conferred with Honorary Religious Titles “Abhidhaja Maha Rattha Guru” and “Aggamahapanditha” by the Government of Myanmar.

Another protest in front of Colombo uni...

The Sri Lanka Inter-University Professionals’ General Union today staged a protest in front of the Colombo University over the price increase of essential commodities, including the recent electricity tariff hike by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Reduce electricity bill...

The frontline Socialist Party held a demonstration in front of the Fort railway station today, demanding a reduction in the electricity bill, which was increased by the government recently. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Fighting for women’s rights

A demonstration was organized by the women’s movement for the freedom to mark International Women’s Day at Lipton Circus today. Pix by Samantha Perera

Trade union action affects hospitals...

The Colombo National Hospital was deserted due to the one-day trade union action initiated by many health service unions this morning, demanding immediate solutions to the crises in the health sector and the oppressive conditions faced by health professionals.

Students’ union tear gassed

Police used water cannons and tear gas to disperse the Inter-University Students’ Federation (IUSF) attached to the Colombo university near the Colombo Museum this afternoon, Pix by Nisal Baduge

'Women for Rights’ protest...

The ’Women for Rights’ and members of the National People’s Power held a protest at Polduwa junction in Battaramulla against the increase in taxes, CoL, and electricity tariff hike and the postponement of local government elections. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

Uni. teachers against violence

The Art Faculty Teachers’ Association (AFTA) today staged a protest in front of the university against the police brutality on university students. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Celebrating women

President Ranil Wickremesinghe participated in International Women’s Day, where he presented awards to women for their achievements. The President said it was women who had played a vital role in securing assistance, as some institutions such as the IMF are headed by women today. Rashmi Nimesha Gunawardena was given a presidential award after getting three ’A’ passes in the 2021 A-level examination. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Women flying high...

SriLankan Airlines today celebrated the power of women in the airline with a flight operated by an all-female crew on Women’s Day 2023.

IUSF protesters tear gassed

Police have fired tear gas and water cannons on Inter-University Students’ Federation (IUSF) protestors who were protesting between Colombo Campus and the Thummulla Junction. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

IMF to Ranil’s rescue...

President Ranil Wickremesinghe delivered a special statement in parliament this morning to explain to the nation the current state of the economy and progress on the IMF negotiations.

Medin Full Moon Poya Day

Devotees are engaged in religious observances at the Hunupitiya Gangarama Temple today to mark the ’’Medin Full Moon Poya Day. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

Racing to the finish line...

’’ Guwan Hamuda Papedi Sawariya 2023’’ was held for the 24th consecutive time, coinciding with the 72nd Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force.

Helping the disabled

Canadian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Eric Walsh and President of the (CFINS), Krishan Jayawardena are seen presenting a prosthetic limb to a young beneficiary at the inauguration of the new CFINS modular limb workshop. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Protest by Postal TUs…

The Joint Postal Trade Union Alliance staged a protest outside the Central Mail Exchange against the escalating cost of living, new tax policy. They urged the authorities to provide them with cost of living allowance of Rs. 20,000. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Medicare 2023 at BMICH

The 12th edition of Sri Lanka’s National Healthcare Expo, Medicare 2023, was inaugurated today at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Centre at the BMICH amidst the participation of a host of high-profile invitees, healthcare professionals, industry stakeholders, and the general public. The exhibition will be held over three days until next Wednesday (5). Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Book ‘Ajantha Avarjana’ launched…

The seventh death anniversary of poplar lyrics writer Ajantha Ranasinghe was marked with a launch of a book ‘Ajantha Avarjana’ which contains lyrics of the songs written by him to mark the occasion. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Europeans arrive at MRIA

The first European airline charter flight was received at the Mattala Mahinda Rajapaksa International Airport this morning with 175 Bulgarian passengers. The flight was received at MRIA from Sofia International Airport in Bulgaria via Sharjah International Airport after refueling. The flight will remain at the airport for 10 days and then leave with the passengers.

Movement of people in Colombo city sparse

Despite the trade union actions, there were only fewer people visiting Colombo. The usual thronging of people in Colombo Fort was very low. Despite the trade union strikes, people are seen busy earning their living. Pix by Samantha Pathirana

Teachers, principals protest at Kottawa

The Teachers’ and Principals’ Association staged a protest today in front of the Kottawa bus stand, demanding that authorities look into their promotions and pay hikes. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Tourists enjoy their visit to the paradise Island

A group of tourists from overseas are seen strolling around in Colombo city. According to the Tourism Development Authority, more than 100,000 tourists visited Sri Lanka last month (February). Most of the tourists came from Russia, and a large number of tourists have also come from India, Britain, Germany, France, Australia, Canada, America and Israel. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Another protest in Colombo

Another protest was held in front of the Sri Lanka Telecom head office in Colombo today against selling state-owned shares of the telecom companies. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Tax hike draws protest...

The members of the Port Trade Union Collective staged a protest today opposite the Fort Railway Station against the recent tax hikes introduced by the government. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Facebook page of United National Youth Corp launched

UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene, National Organizer and Presidential Advisor Sagala Ratnayake and UNP General Secretary Palitha Range Bandara launched the Facebook page of United National Youth Corp at UNP Headquarters Sirikotha today. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Challenges affecting South Asia due to Ukraine War discussed

A discussion forum organized by the South-South Research Initiative to mark one year since the start of the Russian-Ukraine War, was held at the Sri Lanka Press Institute Auditorium on Monday.