Attack on media!

An armed group believed to be allegedly associated with a Deputy Minister attacked the MTV/MBC office at Braybrooke Place today severely damaging the place. Stones were thrown inside the premises damaging vehicles and the propoerty. Pix By Nisal Baduge

Remembering the brave

The 146th Police Commemoration Day was celebrated yesterday at the Trincomalee Police Headquarters with IGP Mahinda Balasuriya as the chief guest. Sergeant Sabhan who was killed during a raid to arrest a notorious criminal Utuwankande Saradiel in 1864 was the first police officer who was killed on duty. Since then 3069 police officers including women officers have been killed on duty. The relations of the fallen heroes attended the commemora

Save our water

Today is “World Water Day” the day is designated to celebrate the importance of fresh water and fresh water management. A group of students can be seen here protesting today to highlight the importance of the World’s water resources. Pix by Varuna Vanniarachi     

In bloom

Visitors take photographs of flowers on display during the Hong Kong Flower Show at Victoria Park. The event is organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department to promote horticulture and the awareness of greening and runs from March 19-28.  AFP

Doggy's day out

 A dobberman gets a pat on the back at Colombo's annual dog show which was held today, organised by the Kennel Association of Sri Lanka. Pics by Varuna Wanniarachchi

The big haul

The Special Task Force (STF) attached to the Vavuniya STF camp recovered Rocket Propelled Grenades (RPG’s), hand grenades and jhonny mines during a search operation carried out in Vellamullivaikkal on Saturday evening.  Seen here STF personnel inspecting the recovered weapons. Pic By Romesh Madusanka

The battle continues...

Anoma Fonseka, wife of (Rtd.) General Sarath Fonseka gestures at a press conference today where she discussed her pending questioning this evening by the Criminal Investigations Department (CID). It was also announced that ex JVP parliamentarian Anura Kumara Dissanayake would be questioned by the CID next week. Pics by Pradeep Dilrukshana

President rallies the Hill Country

President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressed a public rally at the Nuwara Eliya  Municipal ground this weekend. Central Province Chief Minister Sarath Ekanayake and the Nuwara Eliya District UPFA Candidates also were present.

Walking the line

Onlookers gather as Swiss tightrope walker Freddy Nock attempts to scale the 690 meter-long cable car line on Zhangjiajie mountain, using only a balancing pole, in central China's Hunan province.

Under water!

Flood water surrounds a home near Fargo, North Dakota. The Red River is expected to crest at Fargo this weekend at about 38 feet, the fourth highest crest on record, but still about 3 feet short of last year’s record crest of nearly 41 feet. AFP

Just keep swimming...

A goldfish swims in a bowl as Iranians shop ahead of Noruz festivities in Tehran's Darakeh district today. Traditionally, goldfish are among the items that Iranians buy during Noruz celebrations. The feast, which coincides with the vernal (Spring) equinox, is a Zoroastrian tradition still celebrated by Iranians even after Islam. AFP

Red anger

Thousands of anti-government protesters gather by their motorcycles before marching through central Bangkok today. REUTERS

'Noddy'

The world's tallest horse Luscombe Nodram, or 'Noddy', stands with his owner Jane Greenman before they depart on major tour which will include appearances at the Sydney Royal Easter Show and Brisbane, in Melbourne in March yesterday. The Shire horse is seven-years-old, stands at 20.2 hands high (2.05 metres) and at 1.5 tonnes weighs three times more than the average thoroughbred racehorse. The Shire horse is now endangered with approx

Fishing for a living

The Pooneryn lagoon which was earlier a base for the Sea Tigers has now been opened for the fishing community.  A local fisherman can be seen here taking use of the relaxed laws. Pix by Romesh Madushanka 

In the spotlight

The petition against the Court martial of General Sarath Fonseka forwarded by his wife Anoma Fonseka was re-fixed for March 25th by the Supreme Court today. Mrs Fonseka can be seen here addressing the media while leaving the court premises. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana     

Teaching a bird to fly

A child trains his racing pigeon at the Matraman district in Jakarta. Some things in the central Jakarta district of Matraman have barely changed since the late 1960s, when United States President Barack Obama lived and played there. - REUTERS

Building new bridges

President Mahinda Rajapaksa reaches out his hand to Mr. Kunio Takahashi, Ambassador of Japan at the highway and Peace Bridge opening held today. The highway  and bridge was funded by the Japanese Government.  (Pics. President's Media)

Driving with his feet on!

Buddika Rambukwela launched an attempt to create a world record of driving with his feet. His journey started in Jaffna at 7:30am today. He reached Vavunia by 11:30am with the help of the area police who cleared the roads and got to Anuradhapura by 12:53 pm where he is taking a break. He will continue his record setting journey to Kandy tomorrow. Pics by Romesh Madushanka

Caring for the disabled

Army Commander Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya today said that the army has launched a new project to set up a wellness resort named ‘Abhimansala’ to provide life long care to the disabled soldiers. Pic By Kithsiri De Mel

Inside story

A woman reads a story in the Straits Times newspaper about Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse in Singapore today.  Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse has ruled out an early pardon for his election rival Sarath Fonseka and dismissed the former army chief as a “fool” who was unprepared for politics. AFP PHOTO

Rowing down a healing river

Indian boatsman Subhas rows his boat on the river Ganges at Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers, in Allahabad. The belief that the Ganges washes away sin entices millions of Hindus into the river each year, but concern over pollution along the length of the 2,500 kilometre (1,500 mile) river is growing.  AFP

Smiles galore...

 President Mahinda Rajapakse and Foriegn Minister Rohitha Bogolagama in good spirits at the President's address to the Colombo District, Kotte SLFP Balamandalaya meeting earlier today.  

From minister to common man

Minister of Environment and Natural Resources Patali Champika Ranawaka leads a bicycle parade earlier today, which commenced from Gothami Road, Rajagiriya up to the Sadaham Sevana through the Parliament grounds. The bicycle parade was hosted to encourage eco friendly transportation. Pic By Pradeep Dilrukshana

All smiles during hard times

The Democratic National Alliance (DNA) held a press briefing this morning regarding the charge sheet served on Gen. Sarath Fonseka. DNA stalwart MP Anura Kumara Dissanayake and JVP leader Somawansa Amarasinghe can be seen here smiling while addressing the journalist. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Feeling the heat…

A local fruit seller carves out a watermelon for a customer at his roadside stall in Kelaniya. Sales of fresh juices are on the rise as locals turn to chilled drinks to beat the hot humid weather conditions currently prevailing in the country. AFP PHOTO

A tribute to the gaurdians

 People walk by “The Guardians” sculptures of Spanish sculptor Xavier Mascaro displayed at El Paseo de Recoletos street in Madrid, on March 15, 2010. AFP

May the best bird win

Roosters duel during a cockfighting match in the Afgan capital Kabul. Cockfighting, known as “Murgh Janghi” In the Afghan Dari language, is a popular game among Afghans during the winter season which was banned by the Taliban rulers. Each fight starts following an agreement of the owners of roosters and the amount of betting by spectators. The heels and bills of the birds are sharpened before fights, which run around 4-6 rounds with e

In a somber mood

The Democratic National Alliance launched its manifesto for the upcoming General election today. The launch took place while its leader General Sarath Fonseka was facing a Court marital at the Navy Head Quarters.  Pix by Nisal Baduge

Gas attack

Police used teargas to disperse a protest organized by the Democratic Nation Alliance in support of General Sarath Fonseka in Pandura this morning.  A policeman can be seen here moving away from a cloud of teargas in the middle of the road during the protest Pix by Kamal Chamath 

Falla Festival gets underway

A woman looks at a Falla, a gigantic sculpted structure of cardboard and wood which humorously portrays relevant current events and personalities, caricaturizing French President Nicolas Sarkozy and his wife Carla Bruni during preparations for the Fallas Festival in Valencia. AFP