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Aloe Vera Benefits: Exploring the Wonders of Nature’s Healing Plant – By Nadeeka – eLanka Aloe vera, a succulent plant species native to the Arabian Peninsula, has been revered for centuries for its numerous health and skincare benefits. Often referred to as the “plant of immortality” by ancient Egyptians, aloe vera is celebrated for its versatile properties, ranging from soothing sunburns to promoting digestive health. In this article, we delve into the myriad benefits of aloe vera and its diverse applications in modern wellness and skincare routines. 1. Skin Healing and Moisturizing: One of the most well-known benefits of aloe vera is its ability to soothe and heal the skin. Its gel-like substance contains a rich array of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which help to hydrate the skin, reduce inflammation, and promote healing. Whether applied topically to sunburns, cuts, or minor skin irritations, aloe vera’s cooling effect provides immediate relief ...

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Unraveling Insights from Big Data for Better Decision Making – By Bhanuka- eLanka In today’s digital age, data has become the lifeblood of businesses across industries. With the exponential growth of data, organizations are increasingly turning to big data analytics to derive valuable insights that drive informed decision-making. In this article, we delve into the world of big data analytics, exploring its significance, methodologies, and the transformative impact it has on businesses. The Significance of Big Data Analytics: In a world inundated with data, the ability to extract actionable insights is paramount. Big data analytics offers the capability to process vast volumes of structured and unstructured data, uncovering patterns, trends, and correlations that traditional analytics methods may overlook. By harnessing the power of big data, organizations can gain a comprehensive understanding of their operations, customers, and market dynamics. Methodologies of Big Data Analytics: Big data analytics encompasses a diverse range ...

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Traditional Mun Keum Recipe for New Year Celebrations – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: 250g Roasted green bean flour 250g Rice flour (for batter) 200g Rice flour (for mixing with green gram flour) 200g Rice flour (for sprinkling) 100g Bread flour 250g Sugar 1/2 cup Coconut milk 1 Egg 2 teaspoons Salt 2 cups Coconut milk Oil for frying Instructions: Prepare the Batter: Roast the green bean flour for about 3 minutes. Similarly, fry the rice flour for batter for about 2 minutes. For the syrup, heat some sugar in a pan until it turns dark brown. Then, add a cup of hot water and stir until dissolved. Add remaining sugar, salt, and water. Cook until the right consistency is achieved. Mix Ingredients: Reserve a portion of the syrup mixture and add coconut milk to the remaining. Mix in the roasted green bean flour followed by the rice flour and ...

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Obituary : Eve Thassim   Just to let you know that Eve ( my wife of 58 years) passed away peacefully early this morning at 2 AM at Mater Hospital. The funeral will be later today (9 April 2024) at Rookwood Cemetery. Awaiting details. Tass Thassim tthassim@bigpond.net.au   Funeral Notice Eve Thassim 14/3/1940 -9/4/2024 Aged 84 years Passed away peacefully Dearly loved wife of Tass Thassim (Camer) for over 57 years Adored mother and mother-in-law of Lief and Jennifer, Naomi and Steven Daykin, Niel and Samantha Loving Amma to William, Sophie and Nicholas; Anna, Mikey, Sam and Josie; Evan and Chiara Loved sister and sister-in-law to Bob and Marcia Eve will be greatly missed by all her family and friends “Always in our hearts” Eve’s family warmly invite you to a celebration of her life to be held at the All Soul’s Chapel, Hawthorne Ave, Rookwood on 11th April 2024 ...

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Aus Sri Musical Concert – Saturday 26 / 10/2024 ,6.30pm Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre , Penrith NSW I wish to inform you that we are working with Department of Education Western Province in Sri Lanka for developing Sri Lankan music & we conducted Aus Day concert at Dharmapala Vidyalaya, Kottawa , Sri Lanka on 2/2/2024 showcasing highly talented young musicians and singers from Sri Lanka . I have included some video files of the concert for your reference.  We are planning to conduct same concert at Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre , Penrith, NSW Australia on Saturday 26th October 2024 at 6.30pm showcasing young artists from Colombo Sri Lanka and Sydney NSW . St Dominic College in Penrith has made partnership with us for presenting this concert and participating future development in both Sydney ,and Colombo ,Sri Lanka.  We are searching for media partners for our innovations . We will ...

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Ceylon Brewery Beer Shop Nuwara Eliya Then ! Source:Ceylon Then / Sri Lanka Now! Gone are the days of the sparkling Nuwara Eliya beer made from mountain spring water.Sadly,the world famous brewery is no more and the beer with the famous name is now being made from water from the Kelani River. Having grown up in Nuwara Eliya I have fond memories people of NE and the town.- The same sans the crates. The first in the line of pub crawling. Remember the icy cold draught beer and snug tables. It was way back in the eightees. -.75 CTS A LARGE GLASS BEER in 1970s — During my time, they had a brewery beer garden opposite to Victoria Park park in front of Nuwaraeliya bus stand. Price 1 ruppee for a pint This lion pub on Lawson street has been managed by ‘Mawali Traders’ for almost 30 years now. The ...

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eLanka Newsletter – 7th April 2024 – 2nd Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter Embracing Tradition: Sri Lanka Prepares for Sinhala and Tamil New Year-by Kalani-eLanka Johann Dias Jayasinha Is Sri Lanka at the crossroads ….. An economic, social and political perspective of the country – By Aubrey Joachim Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, Test Series – Watch Highlights – March – April 2024 RIP RICHARD HEYN by: Upali Obeyesekere – Editor, JPNN Int’l Vale Richard Heyn – By Lawrence Machado Orient Finance PLC Appoints Manohari Abeyesekera to Board of Directors SUNDAY CHOICE – COME AS YOU ARE – By Charles Schokman Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 204 03 04 2024 What is ‘preventative chemotherapy’ and what are the side effects? NIHAL FONSEKA – international tenor Princess of Wales: the shocking revelation and symbolism of daffodils and the lone bench ...

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The Walawwa in Melbourne Celebrating Sri Lanka’s Sinhalese and Tamil New year – by Trevine Rodrigo (Melbourne) The Walawwa in Melbourne continued its tradition of celebrating Sri Lanka’s Sinhalese and Tamil New year which is an important date for expatriates in Australia. In true fashion, the night of entertainment had all delicious trimmings including ‘Rasa kavili’ (Sri Lankan traditional food), a lavish smorgasbord dinner and music dished out by Cameron Colombege and Ebony who did more than justice with their excellent choice of music befitting the occasion. Walawwa owners Shehan Wijewardena and Nash Samarakoon, and newly installed Manager, Desmond Foulstone produced a great night of culinary delights and everything that makes Avuruddu celebrations special, to a sellout crowd that graced the event. An added attraction to the nights festivities was the selection of the Avuruddu Kumari and Kumaraya and prizes for the best ‘Baila’ dancers of the night. There was ...

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2024 Sinhala & Tamil New Year Sri Lanka | සිංහල දෙමළ අලුත් අවුරුද්ද Sinhala & Tamil New Year Sri Lanka 2024 13th of April. Also known as the sun festival, the Sri Lankan New Year is a ritual performed to honor the God Sun for hundreds of years. Based on the sun’s movement from the Meena Rashiya (House of Pieces) to the Mesha Rashiya (House of Aries) Sinhala and Tamil New Year. The biggest celebration in Sri Lanka features a load of rituals and customs and is one of the must things to experience during your holiday on the island. Sri Lankan welcomes the new year in April with a lot of firecrackers, fireworks, and gourmet traditional sweets… Comes with such a long history the festival is the best season to experience Sri Lanka’s core traditions and rituals and to enjoy fun activities and traditional games at the same time ...

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Feasting Time – By Charmaine Candappa The whirling April breezes blows through the trees  While the yellow Erabadhu flowers drip heavily down its branches Blooming at this time of the year. The gnarled Jak fruit trees with its great trunks are burdened with ripe fruit  Emanating a strong aroma, ready to be plucked as a treat so good. Velvety plums from the Sapadilla tree glisten in the sun  As squirrels scamper happily having fun. The Koha continues its song at regular intervals  Reminding us that Aluth Aurudha is near. Roasted rice flour, cashews and treacle  Ready for the preparation of sweets  for the table. Milk rice and combs of bananas  Usher in the New Year to the sounds of the Rabana.  Charmaine Candappa  Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...

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