A heartbreaking image from an earthquake-stricken city in Turkey shows a grieving father holding the hand of his dead daughter lying under the rubble of a razed apartment block.The devastating picture has emerged after two major earthquakes struck so

The Alliance of Trade Unions and Mass Organization today held a protest outside the Sethsiripaya in Battaramulla urging the government to provide relief by reducing prices of goods and fuel. They also urged the government to repeal the PTA. Pix by Pr

The members of Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) trade union engaged in a protest opposite the Fort Railway Station against indiscriminate tax hikes by the government recently. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

The Defence Attaché at the Embassy of the State of Israel based in New Delhi, Colonel Avihay Zafrany called on the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana at Air Force Headquarters on February 6.

A heated situation had arisen due to the police obstructing the protest held today near the entrance of the Maha Sangharatnaya Parliament. A protest was organized against the full enforcement of the 13th Constitutional Amendment and this heated situa

Despite the doctors protest today over recent recent tax hikes, people were seen waiting at the Colombo National Hospital to take their medicines and for other medical requirements. Pix by Nisal Baduge

The members of Port Trade Union Collective today staged a protest opposite the Fort Railway Station against the recent tax hikes introduced by the government. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

The Electricity Union workers Association staged a protest in front of the Electricity Board against new taxes and rising cost of living. Pix by Nisal Baduge

An art exhibition by Sujith Ratnayake titled ‘crisis and struggle’ commenced at the Lionel Wendt Art Centre in Colombo today. The exhibition focuses on the ‘Aragalaya’ and related incidents. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

The National Renewable Energy Plant Workers’ Union today staged a silent protest in front of the Energy Ministry, demanding the government settle the due Rs. 45 billion outstanding payment. Pix Nimalsiri Edirisinghe.

Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena and Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa graced the last day of the Gangarama Navam Perahara along with several dignitaries. Traditional drummers, dancers and whip-crackers added colour to the Perahera. Pix by Pradeep

In preparation for the upcoming Local Government elections, a seminar organised by the National People’s Power (NPP) targeting professionals, was held on Monday in Nugegoda under the patronage of NPP Leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Pix by Kushan P

A stamp exhibition organized by the Philatelic Bureau at the Postal Headquarters, Colombo 10 is being held from February 6 to 12 to coincide with the 75th Independence Day. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Socialist Youth Union (SYU) today held a protest in front of the UN office calling Israel to leave Palestine alone. Protesters handed over a petition to the UN office in Colombo. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

The Health Staff Union of Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children today held a protest outside the hospital against the rising tax and cost of living. Pix Nisal Baduge

President Ranil Wickremesinghe and former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa graced the first day of the Gangarama Navam Perahara today along with several dignitaries. Traditional drummers, dancers, and whip-crackers added colours to the Perahera. Pix by N

An exhibition was held at the Archaeology Department premises in view of the 75th anniversary of independence with the participation of the National Museums Department, the Archaeology Department, and with the support of the Central Cultural Fund.

Hundred Buddhist monks of Amunukumbura Sri Bodhirukkarama Viharaya performed a ‘pindapatha charika’ (a walk to collect alms) from Batepola Junction to the temple this morning to mark the Navam Full Moon Poya Day. Siyane Shakthi Praja Sathkara Org

Elephants are being bathed ahead of the annual Nawam Maha Perahera of the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple. The Perahera will parade the streets today and tomorrow with traditional performances. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Devotees are seen taking part in religious observances at the Bellanwila Rajamaha Vihara in light of the Navam full moon Poya which falls today. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Sri Lanka celebrated its 75th anniversary of Independence at Galle face this morning with a military parade. President Ranil Wickremesinghe was the chief guest while ministers, MPs, diplomats were also present. Pix by Pradeep Dilrusksana

India’s Foreign Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs State Minister Vellamvelli Muralidaran today visited the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo and met with the temple Viharadhkari Dr Kirinde Assaji Thero and received religious blessings. Minister Murali

Prisoners were released from Welikada Prison in Colombo today on the occasion of the 75th Independence Day. President Ranil Wickremesinghe granted amnesty to 622 prisoners. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

The Socialist Youth Student Front today staged a silent protest in view of the independence day celebration at the Polduwa Junction carrying black flags. Pixi Nimalsiri Edirisinghe..

Late Prime Minister D.S. Senanayake, the Father of the Nation, was offered floral tributes at his statue at Independence Square today to mark the 75th Independence Day. Minister Wijedasa Rajapaksha, Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya, UNP Deputy Leader R

Security has been tightened up in Colombo city ahead of the Independence Day Celebrations where Police and tri-forces were deployed to provide special security. Pix by Nisal Baduge

A silent protest was organized by relative of Samantha Preethi Kumara, who died while in police custody, in front of the Maligakanda Magistrate’s Court demanding justice for Samantha. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe.

The delegation led by the Commonwealth Secretary-General, Patricia Scotland KC met with Education Minister and Leader of the House of Parliament Susil Premajayantha, yesterday (02) in Parliament. The delegation led by the Commonwealth Secretary-Gene

State Minister of Defence Premitha Bandara Tennakoon received the Foreign Minister of Bangladesh Dr. A.K. Abdul Momen and the Foreign Minister of Nepal Dr. Bimala Rai Paudyal at the Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake yesterday evening.

The Joint Trade Union Alliance yesterday engaged in a protest in front of the National Institute of Mental Health Hospital in Angoda, demanding the government take immediate action to bring down the skyrocketing cost of living. Pix by Nimalsiri Ediri