A special ceremony was held at the Gangarama Temple with the presence of India Nepal Overseas Dharamadutha monks and Abot of Siddharth Rajamandir Monastery of India, where 1,600 alms bowls and robes were offered to the Sri Lankan Sanga. Deputy Incumb

With the decision taken by the Environment Ministry and the Central Environment Authority over the protection of the environment and emission testing, the air in Colombo city has become breathable and clear.

The employees of the Co-operative Wholesale Establishment (CWE) staged a protest at the Ministry of Trade over the decision to send 292 employees on compulsory leave from September 30, according to the restructuring of the CWE. Pix by Nimalsiri Ediri

A group of executive employees of the public service staged a protest outside the Finance Ministry urging the authorities to address the salary anomalies. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

The ’Solar Energy Expo 2023’ and ’Kedella Home and Construction Show 2023’ opened yesterday at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Convention Hall (BMICH), Colombo. All the services required in the construction industry are available in t

Seeing the Northern Lights is something that features on many people’s bucket lists. And if you’re lucky, you could tick it off your list tonight. A photographer couldn’t believe his luck when he snapped spectacular photos of the aurora from Co

Korean Minister of Labor and Employment, Lee Jung-Sik, who is in Sri Lanka fora two-day official visit had a meeting with Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment Promotion Manusha Nanayakkara.During the meeting, Minister Jung-Sik assured Minister N

Fans were seen gathering to witness the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Trophy, which is made available for public display at the World Trade Center in Colombo, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition, the public will also get the opportunity to view th

The National Ceremony to mark the Prisoners’ Day was held at the Public Library recently under the patronage of Justice Minister Dr. Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe.

A group of employees representing several trade unions staged a protest outside Sethsiripaya today (13) urging the authorities not to meddle with the Samurdhi, the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) and Employees’ Trust Fund (ETF). Pix by Nisal Badu

The Hatton Plantations PLC, as one of the leading contributors to the G & G Group of companies, organized the Heart-to-Heart Conversation with Sadguru Madhusudan Sai programme hosted by Health Minister Keheliya Rabukwella, which was held at the Marin

Many people were inconvenienced by the railway trade union action and the risks they are forced to take are clearly seen through the pictures of people travelling on the roof of these train compartments. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi, Nimalsiri Edirisi

The construction of the Kohuwala flyover has come to a standstill due to the non-availability of funds. Director General of the Road Development Authority A.l.V.S. Weerakoon said the Hungarian government has suspended its financial aid resulting in t

Colombo was coverded with a thick mist in the morning with cloudy skys. According to the National Meteorological Centre showers would occur in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-Western Provinces and in the Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Galle and Matara dist

The items siezed during two separate raids were displayed to the media at the Grayline Container Yard in Grandpass. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

The Gampaha Bar Association of Sri Lanka, in collaboration with PEaCE/ECPAT Sri Lanka, hosted an event titled ’’Protecting Children Online: A Legal Perspective and Reform Solutions’’ in Gampaha recently.

The latest data from the Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau shows that the percentage of Sri Lankan women who left for foreign jobs in 2022 was higher than the percentage in 2021. Conversely, the percentage of men who left was lower.

An alms-giving ceremony was held at the Siri Vajiragnana Dharmayathanaya today to observe the 20th anniversary of the passing away of the Most Venerable Agga Maha Panditha Madihe Pannasiha Thera, Mahanayaka of the Amarapura Nikaya. It was held under

Maldivian nationals cast their votes in the polling centre at the Maldivian High Commission in Colombo today and participated in the Presidential election. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

The torrential rains have transformed the bustling streets of Colombo into a chaotic scene, as pedestrians navigate through flooded roads. The usually busy streets have slowed down, as people cautiously make their way to their destinations, seeking s

The International Conference on Traditional Medicines, Educational Exhibition & Trade Fair started today at the BMICH in Colombo. Indigenous and Ayurvedic physicians, as well as herbalists and massage therapists are available here for consultations a

The policy report, titled “Understanding Multidimensional Vulnerabilities: Impact on the People of Sri Lanka”, issued by the Nations Development Programme (UNDP) was recently released in the presence of Sri Lankan Ministers and Members of Parliam

World Vision, an ecumenical Christian humanitarian aid, development and advocacy organization, has launched a new global campaign titled ’ENOUGH’ to rally governments, peer organizations and the public to act to end child hunger, in response to t

Students and teachers at the Hakmana Buddha Jayanthi Primary School carry out their school activities under immense hardships as the roof of the school building is leaking on rainy days. They hold umbrellas unside the classroom to protect themselves

The Women for Rights organization today staged a protest in front of the National Hospital in Colombo, saying they are protesting against the government, which destroys the health system and sacrifices people’s lives. Pix Nisal Baduge

The Movement for National Building and Reconciliation today staged a protest in front of the British High Commission in Colombo against the video footage published by Channel 4 and demanded that relevant authorities take legal action against the chan

State Minister of Defence, Premitha Bandara Tennakoon, ceremonially took over the Training Facility in Mullaitivu from the Sri Lanka Army (SLA) recently. The purpose of this takeover is to establish the National Cadet Corps (NCC) wing in Mullaitivu.

Sri Lanka’s women’s cricket team achieved a significant milestone by securing their first-ever series victory over England. In the final match held in Derby, they emerged victorious, defeating the hosts by seven wickets. This triumph marks a hist

Port employees staged a protest outside the Colombo Port today against the government, claiming that it is attempting to loot the EPF and ETF. Pix by Nisal Baduge

On the occasion of the 77th anniversary of the United National Party (UNP), a religious ceremony was held at Party Headquarters, Sirikotha while floral tributes to the former leaders were made by party seniors. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana