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Happy Valentine’s Day – By Noor Rahim Valiant are those who woo the hand of a fair maid amorous is the way the affairs start Love being the bond that will make it last Entering into holy matrimony being the confirmation of this trust Never having to say sorry should be the foremost thought “Till Eternity” is the moral destiny that is foremost Inculcating all the goodness of love and trust Never ending are the good values of life, without doubt Endless love should then forever last Noor Rahim January 2009 ...

Feb 9, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Noor Rahim Tagged appy Valentine's Day, February 14, love, Lovers Day, Valentine's Day quests

The National Selection Panel (NSP) has named a 14-player men’s squad for the two-match Test Series on the Qantas Tour of New Zealand. Courtesy of Cricket Australia – Multicultural Media (eLanka) Australia: Pat Cummins (NSW/Penrith Cricket Club) (c) Scott Boland (VIC/Frankston Peninsula Cricket Club) Alex Carey (SA/Glenelg Cricket Club) Cameron Green (WA/Subiaco-Floreat Cricket Club) Josh Hazlewood (NSW/St George Cricket Club) Travis Head (SA/Tea Tree Gully Cricket Club) (vc) Usman Khawaja (QLD/Valley District Cricket Club) Marnus Labuschagne (QLD/Redlands Cricket Club) Nathan Lyon (NSW/Northern District Cricket Club) Mitchell Marsh (WA/Fremantle Cricket Club) Michael Neser (QLD/Gold Coast Cricket Club) Matthew Renshaw (QLD/Toombul District Cricket Club) Steve Smith (NSW/Sutherland Cricket Club) (vc) Mitchell Starc (NSW/Manly Warringah Cricket Club) NSP men’s Chair of Selectors George Bailey said: “Michael Neser returns to the squad which is mostly unchanged from recent squads. “It’s great to see Michael Neser get another opportunity in the squad following his ever-consistent ...

Feb 9, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Australia Vs New Zealand, Australia Vs New Zealand Test Match series, New Zealand, Pat Cummins, Scott Boland, The National Selection Panel

Siddhalepa’s Kekulu Children’s Art Competition 2023 Award Ceremony a Resounding Success Siddhalepa, the esteemed Ayurvedic entity in the island, celebrated the resounding success of its ninth annual Kekulu Children’s Art Competition, culminating in a splendid award ceremony on January 21, 2024, at the J.R. Jayawardene Center. The event was graced by the distinguished presence of Chief Guest Mr. Douglas Alliston, Managing Director of Fragrance Oils, along with esteemed sponsors and dignitaries. Fragrance Oils, the primary sponsor, led the way, supported by Neth FM as the official radio partner, Hatton National Bank as the official banking partner, and Funday Times as the official print media partner. Co-sponsors included Munchee and Phoenix. The competition winners were unveiled as follows: 1st Place: H.V.A Yenuli Sasenya Halpawila – Mathugama 2nd Place: H. Shenara Pinidi Senewirathna – Thihagoda 3rd Place: M. Inuka Dasmitha – Galigamuwa The illustrious invitees for the grand award ceremony included prominent ...

Feb 8, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Asset Radio Broadcasting, Mr. Douglas Alliston, Ms. Dilanka De Silva, Siddhalepa

Kalutara Chaitya: A Monumental Testament to Buddhist Art and Engineering Marvels – By Prashanth Sentilkumar Source : Prashanth Sentilkumar Linkedin Kalutara Chaitya- The Kalutara Chaitya is a Stupa which is found located close to the Kalutara Bridge. It is one of the very few hollow Buddhist stupas in the world and has an interior which contains 74 murals, each depicting a different aspect of Lord Buddha’s life. Four small chaityas (stupas) are found , scenes from Jataka tales are painted. The construction was done by the State Engineering Corporation of Sri Lanka where for the first time in Sri lanka ‘s history a computer was used for calculations . Interms of measurements The large 30.5 m (100 ft) diameter and 91.5 m (300 ft) circumference concrete dome has a thin shell with a thickness of 140 mm (5.5 in). It was the first thin hemispherical shell built in the country. The ...

Feb 8, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Kalutara

76th Independence Day Celebrations at Marriott Hotel, Islamabad on 6th February evening The Chief Guest was Hon Dr Nadeem Jan, Federal Minister for Public Health of Islamic Republic of Pakistan. He was welcomed by Admiral Ravi and Mrs Yamuna Wijegunaratne in traditional way saying “ AUBOWAN – May you live long.” Two Sri Lankan Children clad in National Dress and half- saree ( Lama Saree) welcomed Chief Guest with Beetle leaves and flowers. Pakistan Navy Band played the National Anthems of Sri Lanka followed by Pakistan and provided Sinhala and Urdu music. ...

Feb 8, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged 76th Independence Day Celebrations at Marriott Hotel, Hon Dr Nadeem Jan, Islamabad, Pakistan, Pakistan Navy Band, sri lankan children

Seventy Sixth Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka is celebrated in Melbourne – Photos by Johann Jayasinha (SNNI) Australia The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Melbourne, along with the Sri Lankan Community in Melbourne organized a grand ceremony to celebrate the 76th Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka on 04th February, 2024 at the Box Hill Town Hall. Chief Guest Hon. Gabrielle Williams, Minister for Government Services, Minister for Consumer Affairs, Minister for Public and Active Transport, Hon. John Pesutto, Leader of Opposition and Ms. Cassandra Fernando, Federal Member for Holt, spoke on the occasion. All of them highlighted and congratulated Sri Lanka on its progress over the past years, and recognized the importance of friendly relations between Victoria and Sri Lanka. The speakers also recognized the important contributions of the Sri Lankan community in Melbourne. Guests also included former and present members of Victorian Parliament, Deputy Chairperson and ...

Feb 8, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Photo Gallery, Photos Tagged 76th Independence of Sri Lanka, Melbourne, Sri Lankan community in Melbourne

Hurricanes re-sign emerging star Nikhil Chaudhary Source: Cricket Australia – Multicultural media – eLanka The Hobart Hurricanes are excited to announce the re-signing of Nikhil Chaudhary until 2026. Chaudhary, one of the Hurricanes emerging talents has re-signed for the Hurricanes following his breakout season in purple during BBL|13. The talented big-hitting batsman and leg-spin bowler debuted in the Big Bash for the Hurricanes against the Perth Scorchers at Optus Stadium, scoring an impressive 40 runs off 31 balls including six boundaries. Chaudhary’s highest score of BBL|13 was 55 against the Brisbane Heat, including two of the biggest sixes of the season. He made his best figures of 2/26 against the Sydney Thunder where his iconic celebration was featured. Chaudhary proved to be a vital member of the squad and provided some late-order power hitting, including crucial overs with the ball. Born in Punjab, Chaudhary moved from India to Australia in ...

Feb 8, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged BBL|13, Ben McDermott, Caleb Jewell, Chaudhary, Matthew Wade, Mitch Owen, Nathan Ellis, Nikhil Chaudhary, Patrick Dooley, Perth Scorchers, Peter Hatzoglou, Riley Meredith, Tim David

Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 196 08 04 2024 Have you heard of the Girl from Aleppo? Today, we’re sitting down with an escapee from the Syrian war, we’re talking the power of AI, we’re getting in the right spirit(s), we’re braving the dreadful seas and letting cats run the show. Plus – pigeon spies, actors turned politicos, online safety and much more! ...

Feb 8, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Savithri Rodrigo Tagged Aleppo, Kaleidoscope, Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 196, power of AI, Savithri Rodrigo

76th Anniversary Independence day Celebrations in Adelaide, Australia The 76th Anniversary Independence day celebrations were held in Adelaide on Saturday 3rd February. This event was organised by the Consulate for Sri Lanka in Adelaide in collaboration with the Sri Lankan Community organisations in Adelaide and volunteers. The event was highlighted by the performances by the Adelaide Muthuhara Childrens music band, Sinhala Buddhist School students, Bliss – the choir at the Robins Academy and the Sihalakalarangayathanaya. ...

Feb 8, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged 76th Anniversary Independence day celebrations, Sri Lankan Independence day celebration in Adelaide

The 28th Annual Royal Thomian Cricket Festival – A battle enlaced in tradition and camaraderie The much anticipated 28th Annual Royal Thomian Cricket Festival Sydney unfolded on the scorching Friday of January 26, 2024, at the sizzling Kareela Reserve, setting ablaze the cricketing arena with a thrilling display of talent and camaraderie. The mercury soared to an astonishing 40 degrees, creating a crucible for cricketing prowess that left spectators in awe. In the fiercely contested Opens category, Royal, displaying an unwavering spirit, faced the sweltering heat and managed to post a commendable score of 122 runs. The Thomians, however, stole the spotlight, concluding the match with an astounding 7 wickets in hand, clinching the coveted EC Gunasekara Shield for a third consecutive year. Their dominance on the field was nothing short of a cricketing spectacle, etching their names in the annals of the festival’s storied history. As the Classics category unfolded, ...

Feb 8, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Annual Royal Thomian Cricket Festival Sydney, Cricket Festival, Royal, Royal Thomian Cricket Festival, Thomian