Muslim devotees gathered around the country today to celebrate the Hajj festival. Seen here are devotees gathered at the Galle Face Green this morning to engage in Eid – Ul- Azha prayers in celebration of Hajj. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Members of the Association of Graduates staged a protest today in front of the Fort Railway station, demanding the government to appoint them as teachers after conducting the teachers’ examination according to the teachers’ constitution. Later, a

In accordance with the respected military traditions, the outgoing Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force, Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana paid a farewell call on the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Shavendra Silva this morning at the Office of t

Elephants were seen bathing in the Menik Ganga in Kataragama ahead of the annual Perahera of the Kataragama Maha Devalaya. Pix by Nisal Baduge

The ’Laksiyane Mandiraya’ Administrative complex of the District Secretariat in Gampaha was declared open today by President Ranil Wickremesinghe. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

The French explorer who perished on the Titan submersible’s journey to the Titanic spent decades working with a controversial company which recovered thousands of relics from the shipwreck.

The 5th Combat Convoy Company (CCC) is now ready to undertake UN Peacekeeping Mission responsibilities in the United Nations Multi-dimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA). Prior to their departure from the country, presented a

Members of the National Dengue Control Unit gathered at the Health Ministry today for a discussion with Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella on granting permanency to its members who are employed on temporary basis to prevent the spread of dengue. Pi

A dansela to feed Hindu devotees performing Paada Yaatra from the North and East to Kataragama for the Esala festival has been held for the past ten days in the midst of the Yaala jungle (Block 2 section of the National Park). According to the organi

Police officers check a vehicle during a special search operation conducted by the Colombo South Division police to apprehend drug traffickers. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

The annual Perahera of the Kataragama Maha Devalaya staged for the sixth day last night. Many people were seen participated at the procession. Pix by Nisal Baduge

The ritual known as ’Athupandalama’ took place at the Kataragama Devalaya in view of the Esala Perehara. The ceremony marks the thatching of the hut in front of the main Temple and its branches are called Athupandalama. The ritual takes place eve

A silent protest was staged today in front of the Canadian embassy in response to a statement made by the Canadian Premier Justin Trudeau. The protest was organized in opposition to comments made by the Prime Minister about the loss of life among the

The ’’Industry 2023’’ National Industry Exhibition was commenced today at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Exhibition Hall, Colombo, under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

A ’National Vehicle Parade’ was held today with more than 150 locally assembled vehicles inline with the Industry 2023 - National Industry Exhibition. The parade was jointly organized by the Ministry of Industries and the Industrial Development B

In a bid to eradicate dengue-spreading mosquitos, health personnel in protective suits fumigating the areas surrounding the Gothatuwa Police area. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Port City Colombo, which extends from the central business district of Colombo, showcases a profound commitment to environmental conservation through the development of extensive coastal and marine habitats.

Several members of the Women’s Movement for Freedom staged a protest today in front of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) over the risks that Sri Lankan women have to face when being employed in Middle Eastern and other foreign coun

A religious ceremony was held at the Gouthama Viharaya, Narahenpita to mark the 74th birthday of former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa under the patronage of Venerable Dr. Itthepane Dhammalankara Thero. Anunayake Reverend Vedaruve Upali Thero of the As

The Gothami Balika Vidyalaya today celebrated its 77th anniversary. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

The Sri Lanka Navy began providing assistance to devotees who are marching the annual foot pilgrimage, known as ‘Paada Yaathra’ from Jaffna to Sella Kathragama. The Navy looked into the requirements of the pilgrims marching the segment from the e

The statue of former Prime Minister the late D.S. Senanayake is garlanded on the occasion of his 112th birth anniversary in Colombo. The function to mark the birth anniversary was held today with the participation of Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardane

Once upon a time, in a land not so far away... a team of Disney Imagineers helped fans reconstruct the the most magical place on earth in their multi-million dollar properties.

Today is father’s day where fathers around the world are remembered by their children for their contribution to the family and society. But not all fathers can celebrate. Pix by Nisal Baduge

The Rotary Club of Colombo West and the Rotary Club of Colombo Metropolitan held a media brefing today at the Lanka Hospital auditorium, Colombo 5, on the children’s heart surgery project named ‘Don’t Skip A Beat’. High Commissioner of India

People celebrated Intentional Yoga Day with an event organized by the Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka at Independent Squire today June 17, 2023. International Yoga Day is observed on June 21.Pic by Pradeep Pathirana

A Philatelic Exhibition organized by the Media Ministry and the Department of Posts was launched on Friday (15) at the Sri Lanka Post Headquarters. The exhibition will be held until Sunday (18). In the exhibition, people have the opportunity to stamp

A huge quantity of garbage was seen dumped on the beach at Wellawatta raising concerns over haphazard dumping practices of people and some companies. It mostly consists of bottle caps, lids, plastic drinking cups, straws and shoes. Pix by Nisal Badu

Sri Lanka Customs along with the Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC) today destroyed the largest haul of illicit cigarettes detected in the country’s history, which is over 200 million sticks that came in 21 containers in 2021 with an estimated value of R

The Socialist Equality Party held a demonstration in Colombo today demanding the formation of workers’ action committees to fight against the privatization of state assets and to secure jobs and wages. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana