The Australian Government in partnership with UNICEF Sri Lanka yesterday delivered four laptops to the Disaster Preparedness and Response Division (DPRD) of the Ministry of Health and Indigenous Medical Services to support Sri Lanka’s ongoing monit

Residents at Hekiththa, Hendala today staged a protest against the Government’s move to declare the Hendala Leprosy Hospital as a quarantine centre. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, has written back to a group of students from Devi Balika Vidyalaya in Sri Lanka, expressing her appreciation for their support for China’s fight against the COVID-19 epidemic and encouraging them t

The Sri Lanka Navy seized the biggest haul of narcotics in an operation at deep sea, a haul of 400 kgs heroin and 100 kgs ice drug (Methamphetamine) worth approximately Rs. 6 billion following an intelligence report to Police Narcotics Bureau. The Na

A passenger boat service between Wellawatte and Battaramulla which will be launched on 11 March as a public service was announced yesterday. This allows passengers to travel between the two locations in 30 minutes.

The new electric supercar Vega EVX unveiled at the Geneva International Motor Show 2020.

Sri Lanka was announced as the host country for the prestigious 2021 Mrs. World Pageant during a press conference held at The Kingsbury Hotel earlier today. It was announced by current reigning Mrs. World, Mrs. Caroline Jurie, The Mrs. World Organiza

Most of the Sri Lankans are greatly affected by the prevailing high temperatures caused by a heat wave. Seen here are people in Colombo, especially the vendors, trying to seek some solace from the scorching heat. Pix by Damith Wickramasinghe

The official launching of Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) was held at the Nelum Pokuna assembly hall in Colombo.

Sri Lankan cricketers pose for photographers their after victory in the third one day international (ODI) cricket match between Sri Lanka and West Indies at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy yesterday. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

From a dog to a dragon, these snaps capture incredible topiary from around the world.

The 123rd & 124th All Breeds Championship Dog Show was held at the BMICH with the participation of many pooch owners of various breeds. Judges Suzanne and Eddie Webster graced this year’s show where they checked the dogs for their agility, grooming

At least four parked vehicles were damaged when a high-speed defender jeep, which took part in a school big-match vehicle parade in Colombo 4, met with an accident, this morning.

A new SLTB completely destroyed when it has suddenly caught fire on the Southern Expressway at 110.5 kilometers post today. No injuries were reported.

West Indies’ team captain Kieron Pollard plays football with teammates during a practice session at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy, ahead of the third one day international (ODI) cricket match between Sri Lanka and West Indie

Indian Shopping Festival, an exhibition showcasing many India products and vendors from India was launched at the BMICH yesterday. The exhibition which includes clothing, footwear, electronic equipment and many other products, would be held till Sund

The Woman, consumer and trade fair was launched at the BMICH yesterday. The exhibition consists of stalls with furniture, clothing, footwear, food and home appliances. It would be held till Sunday.

Fair Fare Taxi Drivers Association at the Bandaranaike International Airport staged a protest outside Presidential Secretariat demanding solutions for the difficulties they are faced with, while engaged in their profession.

Employees of the Neville Fernando Hospital staged a protest outside the Presidential Secretariat urging the authorities to make them permanent and take over the hospital to Government.

The first match of the big match season was held today at the SSC grounds, Colombo between Thurstan College and Isipathana College. The two schools are playing the cricket match for the 57th time. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Second Language Teachers’ Association staged a protest at the Agitation Site at Galle Face today urging the Government to meet out justice for Second Language Teachers.

Navy and Air Force personnel, who have been deployed in selected areas in Colombo to assist the traffic policemen, are seen controlling the traffic to ease congestion. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Cycle parade was held today in lieu of the annual big match between Thurstan College and Isipathana College which will be played for the 57rd time.

Sri Lanka comprehensively defeated West Indies in the second One-Day International (ODI) at Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota on Wednesday and sealed the three-match series 2-0 with one game to go.

The typically-bustling streets of Milan have been left empty as Italy struggles with the spread of the deadly coronavirus. (Daily Mail)

Several Animal Rights Organisations gathered yesterday at the Viharamaha Devi Park for a silent protest urging the Government to pass the Animal Welfare Bill. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Teachers and Principals held a protest in front of the Education Ministry, Isurupaya, Battaramulla this afternoon. The protestors marched from the G.H. Buddhadasa Grounds in Battaramulla this morning. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

MP Ranjan Ramanayake is leaving the Nugegoda Magistrate’s Court after being released today. Pix Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Kusal Mendis and Avishka Fernando scored centuries at the second one day international (ODI) cricket match between Sri Lanka and West Indies being held at the Sooriyawewa Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium.

Members of several civil societies staged a protest outside the National Child Protection Authority urging authorities to take necessary measures to curb the cases of child abuse.