Dirty money

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The time is coming!

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Seeking divine intervention….

President Mahinda Rajapaksa, who visited the Jaffna peninsula today on an election campaign, visited the historic Nallur Kandaswamy Hindu Temple to partake in religious observances. President Rajapaksa is seen here seeking blessings for the Presidential elections. Pic courtesy President’s media

Seeking enlightment

Buddhist monks peer through an opening to catch a glimpse of Tibetan spiritual leader The Dalai Lama during a prayer session at The Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya. AFP

Praying for victory…

A “Ranhansa Abhisheka” pooja was held in the name of presidential candidate General (Ret.) Sarath Fonseka this morning at the Viharamahdevi indoor stadium by the Bihkku’s for Democracy. General Fonseka, and several opposition MPs are seen here at the event taking part in prayers. Pix by Indaratna Balasuriya   

For your information

Supporters of President Mahinda Rajapaksa were seen distributing election propaganda in the Rajagiriya area this morning. The picture shows a supporter handing over a leaflet to a voter.  Pix by Varuna Vanniarachi

Flying slow

US Robert Baldwin steers his Hummer during the seventh stage of the Dakar 2010, between Iquique and Antofagasta, Chile, on January 08, 2010. AFP   

Well played

   Sri Lankan cricketer Mahela Jayawardene celebrates with teammate Upul Tharanga after a boundary during the Tri-Nations tournament one day international cricket match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka at the Sher-e Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka yesterday. Sri Lanka won the match by 9 wickets. AFP

I’m your President

A Presidential election rally was held in Kuliyapitiya this afternoon which was attended by President Mahinda Rajapaksa. The President is seen here waving at the cheering crowd gathered at the rally.  Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana 

Praba's Parents

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Remembering a Prime Minister

Today was the 111th Birth Anniversary of late Prime Minister S. W. R. D Bandaranaike. Seen here is a garland being presented to the statue of S W. R. D Bandaranaike situated at the Galle Face at a ceremony which was held in memory of him this afternoon.  Pix by Indaratna Balasuriya 

Rohitha flays Alston

   Minister of Foreign Affairs Rohitha Bogollagama is seen here addressing the media at a press conference in Colombo this afternoon. Minister Bogollagama stated that the UN envoy had breached diplomatic protocol by the statement he had made regarding the alleged execution video. Pix by Varuna Vanniarachi    

Free and to the Front

 The Venerable Dambara Amila Thero who was arrested two weeks ago was released on bail by the Horana Magistrate today.  Seen here is the Ven. Thero marching off with his supporters who had gathered near the court complex this afternoon.  

Another one for Fonseka

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For the forces..

Groups of youth were seen collecting funds for the troops with the “Api Wenuwen Api Foundation” in several areas of Colombo yesterday. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

President takes campaign to Monaragala

  A UPFA meeting was held in Monaragala this evening, which was attended by President Rajapaksa and organized by Sunil Dayasiri Jayasinghe. Seen here is President Rajapaksa garnering applause from the supporters who attended the rally. Pics by Pradeep Dilrukshana.  

Protesting for democracy

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Meeting the Bishop

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Praying for Victory

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Making a point

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Under attack

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FUR-FREE

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Giving advice...

Former UNP strongman S.B. Dissanayaka, who crossed over to the SLFP recently, is seen here having a conversation with President Mahinda Rajapaksa while SLFP General Secretary Maithripala Sirisena looks on prior to the commencement of an election rally in Embilipitiya this evening. Pic by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Supporting the General

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SLFP convenes..

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Scanning the body…

A Manchester airport employee is seen here demonstrating how a new body scanner works. The controversial body scanners will be introduced in several airports in the EU in a bid to tighten up security following a failed plot to bomb a US airplane. AFP

Cruising to victory

Sri Lankan cricket captain Kumar Sangakkara congratualates teammate Thilan Samaraweera after scoring half a century against India during the Tri-Nation Tournament at the Sher-e Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka today. Sri Lanka won the match by five wickets a short while ago. AFP

Prabha's gun..

A large of stock ammunition including a personal weapon of the late LTTE leader Vellapulii Prabakaran was found in Vellamulliwaikkal. Pictured here is Vavuniya DIG Nimal Lewke with the weapon. Pics by Romesh Madhushanka.

The world’s largest tower

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Waving at the supporters

Opposition common presidential candidate, General (Ret.) Sarath Fonseka is seen here waving at the crowd at a rally held in Campbell Park, Colombo this afternoon. JVP leader Somawansa Ameraisnghe and UNP leader Ranil Wickremasighe also attended the rally. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana