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15 May 2024 - 0 - 6
Salary Increase
14 May 2024 - 2 - 1603
People walking along the streets of Colombo on May 14, 2024 with umbrellas as heavy showers were experienced during the day.
13 May 2024 - 15 - 1265
Tensions escalated near the Diyatha Uyana Junction in Battaramulla as police resorted to using water cannons to scatter a gathering of university non-academic staff engaged in a protest. Pix by Nisal Baduge
12 May 2024 - 0 - 548
In celebration of Mother’s Day today, the Professorial Obstetric Unit of Colombo South Teaching Hospital, Kalubowila, has announced the launch of its latest initiative, the ’’Maathru Saheli” Labour Companion’’ programme. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
10 May 2024 - 12 - 1505
The United Youth Artistes’ Forum emphasized the importance of maintaining the stability that the country has achieved and called for assistance for artistes who they claim have become helpless in the wake of the economic crisis. Artists Senaka Wijesinghe, Rajitha Hiran and Kumar Jayakatha were among those who voiced these concerns at a media briefing. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
07 May 2024 - 2 - 1264
The Indian Cultural Association (ICA) yesterday hosted the first-ever Inter-Indian Association Cricket Tournament. The event featured matches between various Indian associations in Sri Lanka. The highlight of the day was the exhibition match between the Legends of 96, the Sri Lanka cricket team that won the ICC world cup in 1996, and the Indian Diaspora. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
05 May 2024 - 2 - 668
The ’Wild Sri Lanka’ Wildlife Photography Exhibition will run for three days starting today at the JDA Perera Art Gallery in Colombo. Pix by Nisal Baduge
01 May 2024 - 4 - 747
The 31st memorial ceremony of former President late Ranasinghe Premadasa was held today at Aluthkade near his statue. Religious leaders, all family members, Members of Parliament led by Sajith Premadasa, paid their tributes. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel
27 Apr 2024 - 1 - 1056
An exhibition of vintage stamps and coins organized by Sri Lanka Independent Philatelic Association was launched yesterday (26) at the Public Library and will be held until Sunday (28). Pix by Kushan Pathiraja
16 Apr 2024 - 0 - 151
Relatives of the victims of the Meetotumulla tragedy paid tribute to their deceased loved ones by lighting lamps at the monument erected at the site. The tragedy, which occurred earlier, claimed the lives of around 32 individuals. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 4
Ramadan Muslims gathered at Galle Face Green in Colombo on April 10, 2024 to attend Eid prayers as the holy fasting month of Ramadan came to an end. It was organized by the Memon Association of Sri Lanka. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
10 Apr 2024 - 1 - 913
The Sri Lanka Air Force is preparing for the Colombo Air Show and Defence Exhibition (CADE 2024) to demonstrate air power and stimulate tourism and investment. Air Force Commander Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa announced that the five-day event will take place from May 29 to June 2 at the Galle Face and Colombo Port City.
09 Apr 2024 - 0 - 10
Gotame
08 Apr 2024 - 2 - 1072
A beverage company in the Port City held a breaking fast (Ifthar) banquet today for the fourth time for Muslim devotees who are fasting. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
07 Apr 2024 - 1 - 1760
Tourists are captured immersing themselves in delightful culinary experience, savoring the flavors that define Sri Lanka’s rich cultural heritage. Pix by Nisal Baduge
06 Apr 2024 - 10 - 1358
As the Sinhala and Tamil New Year is just around the corner, Sri Lankan people are busy with purchasing goods at the Pettah Market in Colombo. The President of Sri Lanka Ranil Wickramasinghe has instructed the officials to prepare a formal program with the aim of maintaining the uninterrupted essential and public services during the upcoming festive season. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana
04 Apr 2024 - 14 - 844
The Joint Centre for Unemployed Graduates staged a protest outside the Fort Railway Station today urging the authorities to provide them with jobs that were promised earlier. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
22 Mar 2024 - 2 - 403
A ceremony was held at Independence Square to mark the 72nd death anniversary of Sri Lanka’s first Prime Minister, the late D. S. Senanayake, today. UNP Deputy Leader and Presidential Advisor Ruwan Wijewardene, Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya, Venerable Dr. Bandarawela Wimaladharma Thera, university dons, and school children participated in the ceremony. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
21 Mar 2024 - 7 - 1002
A group of women staged a silent protest outside the Health Ministry today advocating swift justice and protection for children and women. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana
21 Mar 2024 - 0 - 8
gamini
19 Mar 2024 - 10 - 1662
A special operation under the ’Yukthiya’ initiative was launched today and Inspector General of Police Deshabandu Tennakoon, STF Commandant Senior DIG Warun Jayasundara and several other senior police officers attended the official team send-off held at the Bambalapitiya Police Field Force Headquarters. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
13 Mar 2024 - 0 - 18
10 Mar 2024 - 14 - 1971
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 - 123
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 - 2129
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 - 510
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 - 614
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
05 Mar 2024 - 13 - 2250
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
29 Feb 2024 - 4 - 1380
Newly appointed Inspector-General of Police Deshabandu Tennakoon visited the Gangaramaya Temple this afternoon and met Deputy Incumbent Ven. (Dr) Kirinde Assaji Nayake Thero and received religious blessings on his new appointment. Pix by Nisal Baduge
29 Feb 2024 - 11 - 1619
Deshabandu Tennakoon assumed duties as the new Inspector General of Police (IGP) this morning at the police headquarters. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe
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