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Fascinating Test Match at Ranchi: An English Observer’s Daily Reviews – By Michael Roberts Source : thuppahis Daniel Byrne, … in special reports for the Guy From Galle  … incomplete, alas because of computer problems DAY ONE in RANCHI: Root’s patient century shows there is a way to succeed in India without risking throwing your wicket away Two days before the start of the Ranchi Test players and journalists alike questioned the number of cracks already visible on the batting surface. With Jasprit Bumrah rested for the fourth Test many were suspicious that a spin friendly surface would produce a fast-moving contest likely to last only three days or four at most. The England side was revealed a day early as is the way with Stokes and McCullum allowing adequate time for the players to mentally prepare for the challenges ahead. Bairstow retained his place in the batting line up while Bashir took ...

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SRI LANKA NEWS (FEBRUARUY  202 Compiled by Victor Melder. CCPI Headline inflation, as measured by the year-on-year (Y-o-Y) change in the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI, 2021=100) increased to It said the Food inflation (Y-o-Y) increased to 3.3% in January 2024 from 0.3% in December 2023, while the Non-Food inflation (Y-o-Y) increased to 7.9% in January 2024 from 5.8% in December 2023. CBSL also said the monthly change of CCPI recorded 2.87% in January 2024 due to the price increases of 1.21% observed in the items of Food category and 1.66% observed in the items of Non-Food category. The core inflation (Y-o-Y), which reflects the underlying inflation in the economy, increased to 2.2% in January 2024 from 0.6% in December 2023. As expected, inflation accelerated in January 2024 mainly due to tax adjustments implemented at the beginning of the month and weather related disruptions to food supply. A temporary uptick ...

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Janashakthi Group (JXG) Unveils New Corporate Office at Mireka Tower, Havelock City – A Hub for Collaboration and Innovation 29th February 2024, Colombo: Janashakthi Group (JXG), a rapidly emerging conglomerate proudly announces the inauguration of its new corporate office at Mireka Tower, Havelock City. This move marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey, symbolizing a transformative shift in workspace culture and fostering an environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. Chandana de Silva, Chairman of JXG, emphasized the significance of this transition, stating, “The new workspace for the JXG corporate staff at Mireka Tower has been constructed with meticulous attention to detail and functionality. The open layout and collaborative spaces are designed to facilitate seamless communication and idea-sharing, fostering a culture of creativity, productivity, and, most importantly, the well-being of our valued employees.” He also added, “Janashakthi Group’s roots trace back to the early 1990s, when our Founder & Chairman ...

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US appreciates Sri Lanka’s role in Red Sea operations Source:Dailymirror US Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma appreciates Sri Lanka’s involvement in the ongoing security operations in the Red Sea, and announces that a 4th Coast Guard Cutter will be gifted to the Sri Lankan Navy to further expand its naval operation capabilities.  President Ranil Wickremesinghe re-iterated the country’s commitment to the Freedom of Navigation in the Indian Ocean. ...

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eLanka Newsletter – 28th February 2024 – 8th Edition – Sri Lankans In Australia Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter BIRTHDAY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT – Charles Schokman The Cricket Australia National Selection Panel (NSP) has today named the Australian women’s squads for the T20I and ODI CommBank Tour of Bangladesh. SINGING QUEEN WITH UNPARALEL LINEAGE RUVINIE DUNUWILLE REMINISCED – By Sunil Thenabadu TRIBUTE TO ACKIEL OUSMAND: A legacy of Love, Community Service, and Commitment to Excellence! – By Upali Obeyesekere reporting from Toronto, Canada Counting & Cracking 2024 – 31st May To 23rd June  ( Melbourne Event ) A Revolutionary Architect: Minnette De Silva-by Jane Russell Minette de Silva – Architect – by Jane Russell Ruvi Lakmali Exuberant, Flamboyant Tele and film Actress,Wins Award At Sumathi Tele Awards 2024 For Her Role In THUMPANE Tele Drama – By Sunil Thenabadu Good ...

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Award of Appreciation to Victor Melder Image Source : elanka Source : Dæhæna – March 2024 Victor Melder, the founder of the Victor Melder Library ( https:// www.vmsl-library.com/ ) in Melbourne and a willing supporter of Daehaena was given an Award of Appreciation by the Consul General for Sri Lanka in Melbourne at the Sri Lanka Independence Day commemoration. Victor started his library in 1968 with one book and today it has a collection of over 5000 books, and over 2000 magazines and journals. The Library is used mainly by students, academics, writers and authors, expatriate Sri Lankans and in short, by anyone who needs any information on Sri Lanka. A number of quasi government departments, non-governmental organisations and associations also use this valuable collection of material on Sri Lanka. The books in the Library are classified into many headings, some of which are: History (Portuguese Period, Dutch Period, British Period), Geography, ...

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Former Finance Minister Ronnie de Mel Passes Away Image Source : dailynews Source : Dæhæna – March 2024 Ronnie de Mel (Ronald Joseph Godfrey de Mel), the visionary figure credited with the introduction of Sri Lanka’s open economy in 1978, passed away on 27 February at the age of 99. Assuming the role of Finance Minister within the cabinet of the late President J.R. Jayawardene in 1977, Ronnie de Mel spearheaded the transformation towards an open economic model in Sri Lanka. His bold initiatives paved the way for significant economic reforms that reshaped the nation’s economic landscape. Mr. de Mel holds the distinction of being the longest-serving Finance Minister in Sri Lanka’s history, having presented a record number of budgets from 1977 to 1987. His tenure was marked by notable efforts to modernise and streamline the country’s fiscal policies, leaving a lasting impact on Sri Lanka’s economic trajectory. A political journey that ...

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Stories Behind Names of Places in Sri Lanka – ALAGALLA – By Dr Nimal Sedara Source : Dæhæna – March 2024 Alagalla is near Mawanella on the Kandy – Colombo Road. Alagalla mountain is a popular spot for the hill climbers in Sri Lanka and many a mountain climbing competitions are often held here. When descending from the hill capital Kandy this mountain appears very beautiful. A regular climb happens here for the Independence Day of Sri Lanka, the 4th of February Often, there are more than one story behind the formation of names of places. I will relate only one of them pertaining to ALAGALLA. The story is based on a family, where the mother- in- law and the daughter-in-law had disputes. Though the mother-in-law did not like the daughter-in-law very much she tolerated her as she was the wife of her only child. The family had enough wealth to ...

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