A seminar organized by the Chief of the Defence Staff Office under the title ‘Military Leadership in the Contemporary World: Evolving from a Warrior to a Friend’ was held today at the BMICH for Tri Service middle-grade officers. Defence Secretary

A special conference was held at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference hall (BMICH) to gather the views of leading monks to implement the concept of one country, one law. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Picture shows Hindus are keen in buying Sugar cane, Turmeric and new pots and pans today to celebrate the traditional Thai Pongal Festival which falls on January 14, 2022. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

The Railway Station Masters’ Union (RSMU) launched a 24-hour token strike last night based on several demands, including the arbitrary cancellation of long distance train services without prior notice. People were seen waiting for their trains at t

Former Superintendent of Magazine Prison Lamahewage Emil Ranjan, who was sentenced to death today by Colombo High Court Trial-at-Bar over the killing of eight inmates, are seen in courts.Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Albeit the scarcity over diesel and furnace oil for generating power, many garden lights in the Viharamadevi park in Colombo are lit during the day time. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

The sub-structural work on design and construction of the Kohuwala and Gatambe flyovers have commenced. The projects were financed under the Hungarian Ties Aid programme. Pix by Kirhsiri de Mel

Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana today unveiled the trophy of the Commander’s Cup of the annual Golf Tournament which is scheduled to held on from 21 and 22 of January at Chinak Bay. This year the Commander’s

The twin baby elephants that were born at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage recently, were named today. They were named as Disa and Sajjana.

The ’Clement’s Chilaw’ restaurant was declared open today by Rural and Divisional Drinking Water Supply Projects Development State Minister Sanath Nishantha. The restaurant with a magnificent view and a breathtaking waterfront and it serves as

The Inter-University Students’ Federation (IUSF) staged a protest in front of the Presidential Secretariat today calling for the full reopening of universities and providing 6 per cent of GDP for education. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

The wildlife officials are putting up a cage at the beach near Galle Face to catch the killer crocodile that snatched away a man in Mount Lavinia beach recently. Pix by Nisal Baduge

A group of graduates staged a protest in Colombo demanding solutions for underemployment. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Families of the disappeared staged a protest outside the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption today against the appointment of Admiral of the Fleet Wasantha Karannagoda as the Governor of the North-Western Province. Pix by N

The Colombo Port City Marina Promenade was opened for public from today. It will be opened daily between 9.00 a.m to 6.00 p.m. The entrance is located in front of the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel and Nisal Baduge

Last rites of veteran actor Robin Fernando took place at Borella General Cemetery yesterday amidst the gathering of fellow artistes. Pix by Nisal Baduge

UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardena participated yesterday in a book donation program organised by Biyagama Pradesheeya Sabha member Chathura Perera at the Punyawardhanaramaya Siyambalape Junction. Later, Mr. Wijewardene participated at the opening c

People were seen purchasing vegetables at Bodhiraja Mawatha in Colombo Fort today despite exorbitant prices. Pix by Nisal Baduge

The Inter University Monks’ Federation held a protest recently in Colombo against government’s move to sell state assets. Pix by Waruna Wanniarahchi

A stamp, coins and currency notes exhibition organized by the Sri Lanka Independent Philatelic Association was launched at the Public Library Colombo on Friday. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

The vaccination drive for children between 12-15 years kicked off today. School children at St. Ann’s Girls’ School Colombo 13 were seen getting their first dose. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

The Citizens Sri Lanka today held a protest in Colombo calling the authorities to take immediate action to resolve the gas crisis and to provide redress to those who have been affected by the gas explosions. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

The first exhibition of the year, ’’Viwaha 2022’’ was inaugurated this morning at the BMICH for those who are expectibg to tie the nuptial knot. Bride/ Groom dresses, beauty, florist, transport and hotel facilities could be availed here at sp

The Presidential Task Force on ’’One Country, One Law’’ is currently conducting a public consultation focusing on the Uva Province. The views of the people in Dambana Village were sought yesterday. Veddah Chief Uruwarige Wannila Aththo brief

A long queue was seen outside the Pelwatte Dairy Industries Outlet in Nugegoda to buy milk powder where each customer was given a maximum of five packets of milk powder due to limited stock. Pix by Damith Wickramasinghe

A three-judge bench of the Colombo High Court has adjourned the verdict in the Welikada prisoner murder case until January 12. The verdict was to be pronounced today (6) by a three-Judge bench comprising Gihan Kulatunga, Pradeep Hettiarachchi and Man

The University of Kelaniya Students’ Union held a protest yesterday demanding the reopening of all universities that have been closed. Pix by Damith Wickramasinghe

A torch light protest was held by the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) near the Dematagoda Railway station last night against the scarcity of kerosene and other essential commodities. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

The Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay which arrived in Sri Lanka on Monday was carried to Ceylon School for the deaf and blind and the Independence Square yesterday. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

The members of the Development Officers Service Union (DOSU) today staged a protest in front of the Education Ministry over several demands, including absorbing the development service officers attached to national schools into the teaching professio