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Cricket Australia establishes Pakistan Fan Zones for all six matches source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media (eLanka) Melbourne, 17 May 2024: Cricket Australia (CA) has announced Pakistan fan zones will be created for the Australia-Pakistan white-ball series in November ensuring a vibrant start to the men’s international summer. This exciting initiative aligns with CA’s Multicultural Action Plan, which is designed to foster inclusivity and provide brilliant experiences for cricket fans from diverse backgrounds. The Pakistan men’s cricket team will feature in three ODIs and three T20Is, commencing 4 November at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). CA has designated specific seating areas for Pakistani fans across all six venues. Within the venues, fans will be able to access prayer areas, as well enjoy a selection of halal food, ensuring that fans can enjoy the matches comfortably and with cultural considerations in mind. CA has previously announced the creation of ...

May 17, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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Cracks Appear in OPEC+ Facade as Kazakhstan Seeks Production Hike – By Hemantha Yapa Abeywardena Source : oilfutures The OPEC+ alliance is bracing itself for yet another acid test in the next few days, as Kazakhstan, a key member from the Central Asian region, said on Tuesday that it wanted to have a bigger quota in 2025, when the currents oil output cuts expire. Unless the members of the OPEC+ settle the dispute amicably, the group is going to face a potential test of unity, before the scheduled meeting on June 1, to discuss the next move; maintaining the oil production cuts, lifting it up or in the worst case scenario, increasing it further. The fact the Kazakhstan move is already in the public domain shows that there is  discord  within the OPEC+ over the existing production cuts – or any further rise to shoring up the falling oil prices. The ...

May 17, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Hemantha Yapa Abeywardena Tagged , , ,
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Signature teams up with Sri Lanka Cricket as ‘Official Formal Clothing Partner’ for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 16th May 2024, Colombo: In a testament to their enduring partnership, Signature, Sri Lanka’s most admired menswear brand, has once again teamed up with Sri Lanka Cricket as the ‘Official Formal Clothing Partner’ for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Building on their past collaborations, this renewed alliance signifies the mutual trust and shared commitment to excellence between both entities. The company previously served as the clothing sponsors for the Cricket World Cup in 1996 and the T20 World Cup in 2014, both victorious tournaments for Sri Lanka. Signature’s commitment to excellence extends beyond the realms of fashion, as the brand strives to make a meaningful impact in the sporting arena. By reaffirming its support for Sri Lanka Cricket, Signature aims to inspire athletes and fans alike to reach new ...

May 16, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , ,
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Photo Blurb – “Make Every Match Day Clean” – An initiative by First Capital together with Sri Lanka Rugby “Make Every Match Day Clean” – An initiative by First Capital together with Sri Lanka Rugby to promote awareness of spectators’ responsibility to keep stadiums clean. As the “Performance Partner” for the recently concluded Asia Rugby Men’s Division 1 Tournament, First Capital initiated a volunteer clean-up program after each match to ensure the stadium was cleaned and to promote the habit of maintaining tidiness and hygiene in stadiums. Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...

May 16, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged
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An Exciting Bangkok Adventure for Janashakthi Life Top Performers 16th May 2024, Colombo: Janashakthi Life, a leading provider of life insurance solutions, recently treated its top performers to an unforgettable tour of Bangkok. More than 75 exceptional achievers were chosen to partake in this exclusive experience, which aimed to recognize and celebrate their outstanding contributions to the company. The Bangkok tour offered Janashakthi Life’s high achievers an enticing package encompassing a three-night, four-day stay in the vibrant city. Participants got the chance to indulge in a variety of activities, including immersive city and temple tours, a visit to the renowned Dream World, and thrilling adventures in Snow Town. The itinerary was carefully curated to ensure a blend of cultural exploration and excitement. ...

May 16, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged ,
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Presidential El Presidential Election and Colvin’s dejection  By Dr .Tilak S. Fernando Among  the mixed bag of collection on Nicky Karunaratne’s exposures of masked characters  of yester year in this country, especially the so-called Socialist comrades, who have been cheating and misleading the innocent public,  Nicky Karunaratne found   another week in 2004 April. Well! Going  by  Nicky Karunaratne’s  revelations that keeps on unwinding gradually and continuously, it is beginning to unravel more under for so long! As many interesting disclosures become  exposed in the future, one thing that will register  in readers’ mind would be the stand taken by the patriotic Sri Lankan, who had been disillusioned at first, but his country on top of politics, as time passed by. The second Presidential election held in 1982, was fought amongst the candidates, was fought amongst the candidates in a competitive atmosphere. They were Colvin Reginald Silva, Hector Kobbekaduwa, Kumar Ponnamblam,  ...

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Winning Sri Lanka team with supporters at Central Asian Volleyball tournament At National Stadium, Islamabad, Pakistan – photo with H.E. The High Commissioner Admiral Ravindra Chandrasiri Wijegunaratne Winning Sri Lanka team with supporters at Central Asian Volleyball tournament At National Stadium, Islamabad, Pakistan after beating much fancied Islamic Republic of Iran convincingly in straight sets. Iran rank fifteenth (15)in World Volleyball ranking. photo with H.E. The High Commissioner Admiral Ravindra Chandrasiri Wijegunaratne Winning Sri Lanka team with supporters at Central Asian Volleyball tournament At National Stadium, Islamabad, Pakistan after beating much fancied Islamic Republic of Iran convincingly in straight sets. Iran rank fifteenth (15)in World Volleyball rankings and Sri Lanka sixteenth (60) https://en.volleyballworld.com/volleyball/world-ranking/men Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...

May 16, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , ,
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“What are prebiotics, and why is it important to know?” – By Dr. Harold Gunatillake Prebiotics are non-digestible parts of food  labelled carbohydrates that act as fibre.  Unchanged, they go to the colon, where  microorganisms of the intestinal microbiota  use them. They become food for “good.”  intestinal bacteria and promote their growth, colonisation, and sustainability in the digestive tract. Dietary fibre is fermented by the human gut microbiota, producing beneficial microbial metabolites, such as short chain fatty acids.  As our dietary fibre intake has plummeted over  the past few centuries, the gut microbiota has suffered detrimental changes. This underscores the crucial role of prebiotics, which are unique   plant fibres, in maintaining a healthy gut.   Welcome to our deep dive into the world of prebiotics, the unsung heroes of  gut health. Today, we’ll explore the essential facts about these powerful  dietary fibres and their incredible benefits for our bodies.  Consider this: nearly 40 per ...

May 16, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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Inaugural Over 70 Cricket World Cup to be played in England from 28th July 2024 to 11th August 2024 It is with great pleasure that the Organisers  wish to announce the following team to represent Sri Lanka in the Inaugural Over 70 World Cup to be played in England from 28th July 2024 to 11th August 2024: ( In no particular Order ) Cuthbert Berenger ( Capt ) – St. Josephs College, Colombo. Indran Thavendra ( Vice Capt ) – Royal College, Colombo. Harry Solomons – St, Aloysius College, Galle. Sivarama Krishnan – St Johns College, Jaffna. Neville Alexander – St Johns College, Jaffna. Sabaratnam Thirukumar – St Johns College, Jaffna. John Premachandran – Jaffna Central College, Jaffna. Ransi Fernando – Royal College, Colombo. Sunil De Silva – Royal College, Colombo. Charles Perera – St. Anne’s College, Kurunegala. Nihal Ramanayake – St Thomas College, Mt Lavinia Deepal Ahangama – St ...

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