Heralding the New Year Source:Sundayobserver The blossoming of the fiery red erabadu flower and the cry of the koha (Indian koel) signals the arrival of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. In Sinhala, this festival is known the Aluth Avurudda and also as the Surya Mangalya and Bak Maha Ulela. In Tamil, the New Year festival is called Puthu Varudam This much awaited festival takes place in April and this month is known as Bak in Sinhala. In Tamil this period is called Chiththarei Puruvadam or Puththandu. The origins of the Aluth Avurudda date back several centuries. In ancient times people worshipped Nature, the Sun, Moon and the Stars among other objects. The Sinhala farmers held a harvest festival to honour the Sun, Moon and the Goddess of fertility, Sath Paththini. This too was held in the month Bak or April. Gradually, these ancient festivals and customs evolved into the ...
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Well-Preserved Stupa Found At Bukit Choras Offers Clues About Malaysia’s Multicultural Past-by ADELINE LEONG Source:Therakyatpost If you thought everything in Bujang Valley was destroyed, you were right until now. In August 2023, a team of 11 researchers discovered a 1,200-year-old Buddhist stupa at Bukit Choras in Malaysia’s Bujang Valley in northwest Kedah. The discovery of the stupa is exciting as it’s the best preserved in the country and experts say it could hold the key to Malaysia’s multicultural past, especially Ancient Kedah’s history. ...
Mar 20, 2024
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Ring the bell and use your hands: Lively new Hopper Joint set to get Greville Street jumping again-by Emma Breheny Source:Theage 1 / 9Owners Jason Jones (left) and Brahman Perera at their new restaurant, Hopper Joint. Unlimited hoppers, a large hand-washing station and diners ringing service bells guarantee that dinner at new Sri Lankan venue Hopper Joint in Prahran will be quite unlike eating at other Melbourne restaurants. That’s exactly the aim of owners Brahman Perera and Jason Jones (also behind Entrecote), who are transferring the generosity and rituals of Perera’s family gatherings to a contemporary restaurant setting. “They’re always loud, everyone talking over each other a little tipsy – it’s just fun,” says Perera A hopper set, with an egg hopper (left), curries and sambols.ANNIKA KAFCALOUDIS Perera, an interior designer who grew up in Doncaster with Sri Lankan parents and a south Indian grandmother, has planned the 80-seat restaurant for eight years with partner ...
Mar 20, 2024
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Rev Walter Stanley Senior & Ethel Senior Memorial Scholarship – Interactive Session with Recipients and their Parents – 29 Nov 2023 Source : photos.google ...
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The crisis in Sri Lanka and the world A discussion on Sri Lanka’s sovereignty, state of Indian Ocean and an amendment needed to the Foreign Exchange Act in Sri Lanka. Talk by Professor Asoka Bandarage From the US Time : 6 – 7pm Date : Wednesday 20 March 2024 Venue : Suite 1 203-205 Blackburn Road, Glen Waverley Contact : +1 (301) 641-8974 Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...
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Health & Views – MARCH 3rd issue 2024 – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Download the PDF file . Disclaimer : The information contained in this article is for general information purposes only, and whilst the author will endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, eLanka makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the eLanka website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained in this article for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. In other words, eLanka In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use ...
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St. Peter’s win on first innings and into semis Source : dailynews St. Peter’s College Bambalapitiya won on first inning against Dharmaraja College Kandy in the quarter final and advanced to the semi final of the Under 19 division 1 Tier ‘B’ inter schools cricket tournament at Royal College ground Colombo yesterday. Shennan Rodrigo, left arm spinner of St. Peter’s claimed 6 wickets for 39 runs against Dharmaraja College Kandy in the first innings. *At Reid Avenue (Match drawn) St.Peter’s College Bambalapitiya: 179 (41.4) (Vishen Halambage 33, Oween Salgado 32, Dilana Damsara 25, Shennan Rodrigo 24, Lashmika Perera 23, Joshua Sebasthian 16, Dulara Bandulasena 3/20, Nisala Abeyrathne 2/18, Dakshika Manukalpa 2/34) and 245 (69.2) (Vishen Halambage 45, Lashmika Perera 31, Ishira Ayupala 31, Asadisa De Silva 28, Nathan David 27, Dilana Damsara 23, Dulara Bandulasena 3/18, Lakvin Abeysinghe 3/77, Hirun Maduranga 2/30) Dharmaraja College Kandy: 148 (46.1) (Lakwin Abeysinghe 80, Irusha Jayawardana 27, Shennan ...
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Siddhalepa Liv-Pro recognized at the International Innovation Awards 2023! The Hettigoda Industries proudly announces that Siddhalepa Liv-Pro, their Ayurvedic food supplement containing Heenbovitiya & Aloevera has been honored at the International Innovation Awards 2023, organized by Enterprise Asia. This recognition underscores Siddhalepa Liv-Pro’s exceptional contribution to the industry through innovations, standing out among 200 entries from 20 countries and 16 diverse industries. Director Research and Development at the Hettigoda Group, Mrs. Lankani Hettigoda, expressed enthusiasm about the award, stating, “We are thrilled that Siddhalepa Liv-Pro has been acknowledged under the product category at the International Innovation Awards 2023. This accolade is a testament to our commitment to innovation excellence and cutting-edge solutions that make a positive impact on modern living through traditional ayurveda knowledge.” The International Innovation Awards 2023, held in Taipei, Taiwan, marked the 7th edition of the program. The organizer, Enterprise Asia stated the purpose of Innovation Award ...
Mar 19, 2024
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World’s first successful conversion of Hummer EV SUV to right-hand drive by a team of Sri Lankans at Global Conversions 18th March 2024, Colombo: Global Conversions, a leading Sri Lankan-owned company specializing in automobile re-engineering, has achieved a remarkable milestone in the automotive industry with successful conversion of the world’s first Hummer EV SUV to right-hand drive. This groundbreaking achievement exemplifies Global Conversions’ commitment to innovation and excellence in the field of vehicle conversions. Global Conversions has been at the forefront of automobile re-engineering, specializing in converting American left-hand drive vehicles such as GMC, Ford, Lincoln, Dodge, Chevrolet, Cadillac, as well as North American Toyota and Nissan, to right-hand drive. The successful conversion of the Hummer EV SUV adds to their list of prestigious achievements. ...
Mar 19, 2024
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Vision Care teams up with CFW Summer 24 as ‘Official Eye and Hearing Care Partner’ emphasizing inclusivity and hearing wellness 18th March 2024, Colombo: Vision Care, Sri Lanka’s largest vision, hearing and eyewear solutions provider, extended its 10-year partnership with the Colombo Fashion Week (CFW) to its 11th year by once again collaborating as the “Official Eye and Hearing Care Partner” of CFW Summer 24 edition held recently. In a new initiative, Vision Care leveraged this platform for promoting greater inclusivity and to raise awareness about hearing health, coinciding with World Hearing Week. With over 1.5 billion people worldwide experiencing some form of hearing loss, Vision Care’s campaign at CFW 2024 aimed to educate and inspire a change in perceptions towards hearing loss and the use of hearing aids. The initiative was aligned with the World Health Organization’s theme for World Hearing Day, “Changing Mindset,” which seeks to combat the ...
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