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SRI LANKAN BANK LOLC, DOMINATING MICROFINANCE SECTOR BANKING IN PAKISTAN ESTABLISHES ITS BRANCH IN ISLAMABAD LOLC Microfinance Bank inaugurated its latest branch situated in the Blue Area of Islamabad. His Excellency Admiral Ravindra C. Wijegunaratne, the High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Pakistan, graced the occasion as a Chief Guest on 22 March 2024. Attending this significant event, the High Commissioner emphasized the significance of promoting financial inclusion and acknowledged the pivotal role played by LOLC Holdings in this endeavor. Mr. Farooq Rashid, the President and CEO, highlighted the bank’s strategic vision aimed at extending its presence to deliver financial services to a wider demographic and contributing significantly to the financial empowerment of society. The event was attended by numerous distinguished guests, including the bank’s top management. The aim of LOLC in Pakistan is to help eradicate poverty by providing financial services to those who are otherwise excluded from the formal ...

Mar 29, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Mr. Farooq Rashid, Ravindra C Wijegunaratne, SRI LANKAN BANK LOLC

Kiddies Activity Time (KAT) Showcases Young Talent at Lyceum International School, Nugegoda The vibrant atmosphere of Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium was alive with youthful energy as Lyceum International School, Nugegoda, hosted its annual Kiddies Activity Time (KAT) event. This eagerly anticipated occasion, a highlight in the school calendar, provided a platform for the school’s youngest students to showcase their sporting prowess. Kiddies Activity Time (KAT) underscores the importance of sports in a child’s development, both physically and mentally. Beyond the physical benefits, participation in sports fosters stronger social skills and instils valuable character traits, nurturing well-rounded individuals. ...

Mar 29, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Kiddies Activity Time, Lyceum International School

Why eating bananas can be more effective at reducing blood pressure than cutting down on salt-by Michael Searles Source:Theage Eating bananas is more effective at lowering blood pressure than reducing salt intake, a study has found. Scientists discovered that consuming an extra gram of potassium − which is the equivalent of two medium-sized bananas, a cup of spinach or a large sweet potato − per day could be a simple way for someone to tackle high blood pressure. In the UK, 90 per cent of adults do not eat the recommended 3.5 grams of potassium each day, while the average adult consumes 8.4 grams of salt, which is 40 per cent more than the recommended maximum intake of six grams per day. ...

Mar 29, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Dr Polly Huang, high blood pressure, lowering blood pressure

Thilo Hoffmann:The Saviour of Sinharaja Source:Sundaytimes Informed environmental activism in Sri Lanka owes its beginnings largely to Thilo Hoffmannm, a Swiss national, who made our country his home 69 years ago. His leadership of the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society and the Ceylon Bird Club proved invaluable in launching a crusade that not only saved Sinharaja but also substantially expanded the island’s protected-areas network, opening a new era of civil-society engagement in the management of Sri Lanka’s biodiversity heritage. Invited by his literary agent to recount his life, P. G. Wodehouse was at a loss. “I wrote a book”, he said at length. “Then another… And then another. Just writing one book after another, that’s my life.” Asked to relate his own life story, Thilo Walter Hoffmann (1922-2014) might have responded just as glibly: “I saved a forest. Then another. And then another. And so on.” But it wasn’t as ...

Mar 29, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged The Saviour of Sinharaja, Thilo Hoffmannm

SUNDAY CHOICE – 10 REASONS TO BELIEVE EASTER REALLY HAPPENED – By Charles Schokman Jesus Christ is arguably the central figure of history. This Easter, 2.4 billion people will celebrate his resurrection. But how do we know if Jesus really did rise from the dead? Christians believe Jesus is not merely a dead hero, but God in flesh and the living Saviour. The apostle Paul wrote, “if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith” (1 Corinthians 15:17). Jesus’ resurrection really matters. Consider 10 reasons that Easter is not a legend or a fairy tale, but true history. 1. JESUS REALLY DIED Some have suggested that Jesus merely fell unconscious on the cross and later revived in the tomb. But there is no way he could have survived crucifixion. The Romans invented crucifixion not just for torture but for capital punishment. The soldiers attending ...

Mar 29, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Charles Schokman Tagged Christianity, Christians believes, Easter, Jesus Christ, REASONS TO BELIEVE EASTER

Connaissance De Ceylon and Sri Lankan Airlines promotes Sri Lanka tourism in Melbourne. Such amazing evening to celebrate and experience a ‘Thema of Sri Lanka’ , srilanka tourism Sri Lankan Airlines Maxime Wickramasinghe Huge congratulations to Johann Dias Jayasinha and David to make event grand success. Thrilled to meet and greet with Cricket Victoria CEO and who well connected with cricket. Please enjoy Some Highlights Connaissance De Ceylon and Sri Lankan Airlines promotes Sri Lanka tourism in Melbourne. Over Seventy-five Australians joined the presentation evening at Upali’s restaurant in Melbourne who look forward to traveling to Sri Lanka in the next 12 months. Join the evening Mr Richard Welch MP, Cricket Australia CEO Mr Nick Hockley, leading business people and sports organisations from Victoria and other group travellers attended the evening. The exclusive tourism promotion in Melbourne for Connaissance De Ceylon and Sri Lankan Airlines was organised by Johann Jayasinha ...

Mar 29, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged David Cruse, Johann Jayasinha, Sri Lanka tourism in Melbourne, Sri Lankan Airlines, Sri Lankan Airlines promotions, Thema of Sri Lanka, travellers

Late Visharada Neela Wickremasinghe’s heavenly voice signals tonal decorated artistry If she lived she would be seventy four years old on the 30th March 2024. – By Sunil Thenabadu Image Source : hungama Late Visharada Neela Wickremasinghe’s heavenly voice signals tonal decorated artistry If she lived she would be seventy four years old on the 30th March 2024. Visharada Neela Wickremasinghe’s voice bears a signature Sri Lankan female voice, at the same time, possessing the attributes of a versatile South Asian singer, has been employed with facility in songs which music themes were derivative from diverse traits of music in equally diverse musical civilizations. Throughout her trailblazing career, Neela preserves her signature Sri Lankan female voice, principally when she sings songs with Western melodies. At such times, she is extraordinary in her ability not to be influenced by Western, Hindustani, or folk music motifs. she wanted to be faithful to the ...

Mar 29, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Sunil Thenabadu Tagged Amal Perera, Dr Victor Ratnayake, Kamal Addaraarachchi, Kapila Herath, Milton Mallawarachchi, Music, Neela Wickremasinghe, Somathilaka Jayamaha, Sri Lankan female voice, WD Amaradeva

Sri Lanka Under 19s Women win by 7 runs U19 T20 Tri-Series in Sri Lanka – WomenMatch 1Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium Source : cricket.com.au Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...

Mar 29, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Sri Lanka Under 19s Women win by 7 runs

Rewriting Srilanka history based on scientific findings – By Dr. Gnana Sankaralingam Image Source : tamilnet Mahawamsa which was first written by Bhikku Mahanama, has documented the history of Srilanka since the 3rd century CE. Though the record has been accepted as correct in most instances, there were discrepancies in para-history and proto-history. The concept of origin of Sinhala race as a result of union of a male lion with female human which is not biologically possible, is not acceptable. Also, the narrative regarding Lord Buddha making three unaided flying visits to Srilanka which is not feasible, is not tenable. This makes the early part of Mahavamsa text prone to be challenged. As for proto-history, Mahawamsa is largely silent. It does not say about the people who inhabited the land and their civilisation. Modern advances have exposed data contrary to entrenched beliefs. It is postulated by geologists that Srilanka had once ...

Mar 29, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr. Gnana Sankaralingam Tagged history of Srilanka, Lord Buddha, Mahawamsa

Sri Lanka women in grand win over Australia image Source:-dailynews Source:-dailynews.lk Sri Lanka women’s team showed fighting spirit as they recorded a thrilling seven run victory over Australia in their under 19 Tri nation T-20 cricket series fixture played at Mahinda Rajapaksa International cricket Stadium yesterday. The opening fixture of this tournament Sri Lanka led by Manudi Nanayakkara gave a superb performances to beat Aussie lasses in a close fight . In fact Sri Lanka and Australia both teams made low scores yesterday while Sri Lanka team limited to 117 for 6 wickets in their 20 overs but Sri Lankan lasses very well defended that score and Aussies had to be satisfied with 110 for 5 wickets in 20 overs and Sri Lanka team coached by Mahesh Weerasinghe had a morale booster with this opening game victory Sri Lanka women’s made a slow start by openers Dewmi Wijeratne (15) and ...

Mar 29, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Australia, batting performance, bowling performance, cricket match analysis, Dewmi Wijeratne, Eleanor Larosa, Grace Lyons, Hasrat Gill, Lucy Hamilton, Mahesh Weerasinghe, Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium, Manudi Nanayakkara, match report, match summary, Rashmi Nethanjali, Rashmika Sewwandi, Sanjana Kavindi, sports News, Sri Lanka vs Australia, Sri Lanka women’s cricket, Sumudu Nissansala, Tri nation T-20 series, under 19, victory, women's cricket tournament