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MR. MODI’S MEDITATION AND WHY MEDITATION NEEDED ? – By N.S.Venkataraman Image Source : Wikipedia Ever since Indian Prime Minister Narendra  Modi   recently  meditated in Kanyakumari in southern tip of India  for 48 hours, the concept of meditation has become subject of debate and animated discussion not only in India but in other  parts of the world  as well. While the sworn critics of Mr. Modi called his meditation  exercise as a mere photo shoot ,   discerning observers do not share such negative view and think that it is a meaningful and significant  mental  exercise of  Mr. Modi , that should not be belittled  and such belittling certainly  amount to uncharitable criticism. For thousands of years, deep thinkers   all over the world have resorted to prolonged meditation  from time to time , observing silence  and  with detached outlook , to understand the concept of human life , particularly introspecting on the ...

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Obituaries – Dr Siri Kannangara Note:- Special Dhamma Sermon in Memory of late Dr Siri Kannangara, Lankarama Sydney 11 – 06 -2024 at 7:00 pm Sydney time (2:30 pm Sri Lanka time) Join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/ Meeting ID: 853 3556 9014 Passcode: 447139 YouTube Live Stream: https://youtube.com/live/rSL8Xq-EQF4?feature=share We at eLanka are deeply saddened to hear about the passing away of Dr Siri Kannangara. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dr Siri’s family during this difficult time. We know that words cannot express the pain the entire family and the larger Sri Lankan Community in Australia (and globally) are feeling. May you attain the Supreme Bliss of Nibbana! With heartfelt condolences, eLanka (Sri Lankan Community in Australia)   Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...

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eLanka Newsletter – 5th June 2024 – and Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter Training vision and an interview with Cameron Green during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Sri Lanka handed the short straw in a bungled logistical program at T20 World Cup. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. (eLanka Sports Editor) Health & Views – JUNE 1st issue 2024 – By Dr. Harold Gunatillake SILENT SENTINELS OF ANCIENT GLORY. THE PRAMBANAN HINDU TEMPLES OF EAST JAVA – by Bernard VanCuylenburg Tamils in Ceylon Cricket, 1901-2024-by Michael Roberts Training vision and footage of the Australian men’s team in the Carribean leading into the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Emerging Evidence of Pre-Historic Civilisation in Srilanka – By Dr. Gnana Sankaralingam Pre-sale for the Blockbuster Summer starts tomorrow Beware of the Weather Gods – By Elmo Jayawardena Vesak ...

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Monks ring ‘peace bell’ to mark Buddha’s birthday-by SHOAIB SABZWARI Global delegates gather at Taxila, immerse themselves in ancient Gandhara heritage Buddhist leaders from various countries visited the Taxila Museum and performed religious rituals. PHOTO: EXPRESS Source:Tribune TAXILA:International delegates comprising Buddhist monks, diplomats, and academics Thursday rang the ‘peace bell’ installed at the Taxila Museum, heralding the news of peace and prosperity in the region.Buddhist leaders from various countries visited the Taxila Museum and performed religious rituals. On the occasion of Buddha’s birthday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs organised a two-day Vesakh ceremony. Buddhist monks from many countries, including Sri Lanka, Maldives, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam, along with Buddhist scholars, and other guests, participated in the ceremony. ...

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CameraLK Appointed as Official Sony Distributor for Maldives 04th June 2024, Colombo – CameraLK, the leading camera retail giant in Sri Lanka, has been appointed by Sony Electronics as the official distributor for the Maldives. This partnership marks a significant milestone in CameraLK’s expansion and reinforces its position as a premier provider of photographic and imaging products in South Asia. With this appointment, CameraLK is all set to open a new branch in Maldives by the end of this month. This expansion will ensure that the latest Sony products, including cameras, lenses, and accessories, are readily available to photography enthusiasts and professionals in the Maldives. The new branch aims to provide the same exceptional customer service and expert advice that CameraLK is known for in Sri Lanka. Jeremy Heng, Head of RMDC, Sony South East Asia, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership: “We are thrilled to appoint CameraLK as our ...

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South Africa beat Sri Lanka as impressive bowling display lights up New York  source: Copyright (c) icc-cricket.com (media approved partner – Trevine Rodrigo – eLanka) https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/t20cricketworldcup/news/live-sri-lanka-opt-to-bat-first-against-south-africa-in-nassau-county-s-maiden-t20-world-cup-fixture   Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox!   ...

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The essential value of language takes centre stage at Sydney Town Hall   04.06.2024 A senior member of the New South Wales Government has warned that without diversity of language, Australia would become a weaker nation. Mark Buttigieg MLC, Parliamentary Secretary for Multiculturalism as well as responsibilities for Industrial Relations and Work Health and Safety was speaking at the Community Language Schools Spectacular in Sydney Town Hall. Mr Buttigieg, the son of Maltese Immigrants to Australia, told the audience of 1000 parents and six hundred community language-school students:“ Language Diversity  makes us better human beings and makes us a stronger society. Language is  the intrinsic link to different cultures which allows us to understand a person’s cultural inheritance.” The State Member for Liverpool, Charisma Kaliyanda spoke of the importance of language in the future for Australia as an international destination: “The new international airport in western Sydney, for example, will ...

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