Sri Lankan Ambassador for US Mahinda Samarasinghe met with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and his wife Evan Maureen Ryan, who is a senior US public servant and currently White House Cabinet Secretary, at the Franklin Room at the US State Depart

The Fort Joint Trade Union Alliance (FJTUA) today staged a protest in front of the Ports Authority premises, demanding the rulers to end the present economic crisis. Pix by Samantha Perera

People are seen stranded at the Fort Railways station this evening due to a sudden trade union action launched by the railway workers. They began their trade union action pointing out the unavailability of fuel for them to report for duty. Pix by Ki

The Action Plan of the Citizens’ Struggle was launched during a meeting called ’’The Struggle’’ held at the ’GotaGoGama’ in Galle Face Green last evening. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

A large number of motorcycles are seen queued up at filling stations even today in Colombo. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Activists of the Crime Investigation Department today staged a silent protest in front of the department premises expressing their right to freedom of expression to get a statement from two social activists who took part in the struggle. Pix Nimalsir

A family walks along the street in Pettah in the heart of Colombo city with their newly bought bicycle. Sale of bicycles has surged in the recent times due to the fuel scarcity. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel and Pradeep Dilrukshana

With the present fuel crisis, only fewer people are seen wandering around Colombo. Also the fuel and economic crisis confined people to their homes as the government has directed People to work and children to study while staying home. Due to this pe

The vegetable prices in the wholesale vegetable market in Gunasinghepura, Pettah was seen skyrocketed despite the centres receiving ample stocks. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

A protest organised by a group of youths in the Gampaha area, held today opposite the Gampaha Railway Station against the government, which the protesters claim is responsible for the present precarious situation in the country. Pix by Kushan Pathira

With the current fuel crisis and transport issues in the country, the Galle Face Green in Colombo is seen deserted today. Only a few people are seen taking a stroll along the Galle Face. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Gusty winds and rough seas can be seen around Galle Face and Wellawatte beaches today due to the active southwest monsoon condition. Pix by Nisal Baduge

A consignment of cigarettes worth Rs 1 million, illegally imported from Dubai were recovered by Sri Lanka customs yesterday. Customs Director General Vijitha Ravipriya and other officers are examining the goods.Pix by Pradeep Dilruskshana

Isipathana College beat Wesley College 10-00 in their Schools Under 20 Rugby League match played at the Sugathadasa Stadium. Isipathana scored just a converted try and a penalty but that proved enough against the Wesleyites. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Lawyers are engaged in a protest in front of the Hulftsdorp court complex, demanding expulsion of the oppressing government and to establish a regime that understands people. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

The ’GotaGoGama’ protest is continuing for the 84th day, demanding the removal of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa. Pix by Nisal Baduge

The Fort Railway station witnessed overcrowded trains with the cancellation of several trains today as railway guards were unable to report to work due to fuel scarcity. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Several teachers’ and principals’ unions conducted a protest in Colombo demanding the government to withdraw without destroying the country and education. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Employees of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) today staged a protest blocking Chatham Street against the government’s move to shut down the refinery. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Air Force personnel check a motorist’s fuel token before giving him fuel at a filling station in Colombo today, Government has assured yesterday that fuel stocks will arrive from Mid July this year. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

People flock in numbers to purchase push bicycles as the transport sector of the country has been paralysed due to fuel scarcity. This was the scene at a cycle shop in Borella. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Members of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and its leader Sajith Premadasa today held a demonstration from Fort Railway Station to Chatham Street against the government’s move that plunged the country and its people into abyss. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Private buses are seen lined up in long queues in Colombo for refueling. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

A protest was held at the Fort Railway Station today against the government for not making efforts to provide basic human needs but trampling the country’s economy. The protesters said the country’s citizens are unable to earn their living as the

The Special Task Force (STF) distributed 200 packs of dry foods to 200 poor families in the Hambantota district. This dry ration was provided with the financial support from Royal College alumni living on the west coast of the USA.

The Narahenpita Economic Centre is seen deserted today due to the prevailing fuel crisis in the country. Merchants lament of poor business turnover, as customers and retail vendors are finding it difficult to visit the centre. Pix by Pradeep Pathiran

The Joint Trade Union Alliance staged a protest outside the Fort Railway Station demanding solutions to the burning issues faced by the people. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

The Health Service Trade Union Collective (HSTUC) today indulged in a protest march from Colombo National Hospital to the Prime Minister office, forcing the government to withdraw if they are unable to provide solutions to the people who are undergoi

The report prepared by the Presidential Task Force working on ’One Country-One Law’ has been handed over to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today by the Head of Presidential Task Force Ven. Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thera.

People are seen waiting at the Fort Railway Station to see the trains arrive at the platforms. They expressed frustration over several trains were suspended due to current fuel crisis. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel