Vega unveils at Geneva Motor Show

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

Sri Lanka to host Mrs. World 2021

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 Organization (USA), National Director of Mrs. World (Sri Lanka), Mr. Chandimal Jayasinghe and Event Co-Producers, The Colombo Lifestyle Company in partnership with Vogue Jewelers (PVT) Ltd., The Kingsbury Co

Scorching heat

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

SJB launched…

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

Sri Lanka whitewash West Indies

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

They’re a cut above!

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

Dog Show

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, handling, discipline and many other features.

Vehicle parade accident damages 4 vehicles

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.

Bus catches fire on the Southern expressway

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.

Time for football

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 Indies. (AFP)

Indian Shopping Festival

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 Sunday.

Woman Consumer and Trade Fair

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.

Mete out justice...

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.

Takeover the Neville Fernando Hospital

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.

Big match season arrives

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

Make justice for Second Language Teachers

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, Air Force personnel control traffic

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

Isipathana-Thurstan cycle parade

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 thump West Indies

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.

Coronavirus-stricken Milan

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

Demonstration for Animal Rights

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, Principals protest

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

Released…

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

Two centuries…

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.

Children weep, officials sleep

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.

Bell-212 deployed…

The Sri Lanka Air Force deployed a Bell-212 helicopter to douse a fire that erupted on a block of marshy land close to Perera Mawatha Kotiyagoda in Rajagiriya today. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Trump-Modi

US President Donald Trump shakes hands with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a joint press conference at Hyderabad House in New Delhi today. (AFP)

Kala Pola bursts with colours

Kala Pola 2020, the 27th edition of Sri Lanka’s annual open-air art fair was held at the Green Path in Colombo bursting into a riot of colours of local artists. Presented by The George Keyt Foundation in association with the John Keells Group, Kala Pola 2020 took place on February 23 along Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 7. Pix by Pradeep Pathitana

Make us permanent

Several employees of the Housing Development Authority yesterday staged a protest outside the Presidential Secretariat demanding to absorb them into the permanent cardre. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

Military Police to control traffic

The Military Police personnel are seen assisting the Police personnel to control traffic in several roads in Colombo today. The decision has been taken under the directives of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to ease the mounting traffic congestion in Colombo, especially during the peak hours. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana