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Sri Lanka named among five Fastest Growing Tourism Destinations for 2024

Sri Lanka named among five Fastest Growing Tourism Destinations for 2024 Source : newswire Sri Lanka has been named among the top five countries that would grow the most in 2024, according to a report by Travel...

Dec 5, 2023 | Comments Off

New Kelani Bridge reopened, after temporary closure

New Kelani Bridge reopened, after temporary closure Source : newsfirst The New Kelani Bridge which was temporarily closed was reopened from 6 am on Monday (04). The bridge was closed for essential renovations. Police said the...

Dec 4, 2023 | Comments Off

New Zealand Prime Minister Bans Mobile Phones In School To Raise Literacy Rates

New Zealand Prime Minister Bans Mobile Phones In School To Raise Literacy Rates Source:-worldofbuzz We all know of the previous New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and her progressive take on managing the country. The...

Dec 2, 2023 | Comments Off

New Zealand signs up to COP28 declaration on food production, sustainable agriculture adaptations

New Zealand signs up to COP28 declaration on food production, sustainable agriculture adaptations Source:-rnz.co.nz New Zealand has signed an international agreement saying agriculture and food production must urgently adapt to respond to climate change. The...

Dec 2, 2023 | Comments Off

Govt. decides to plant 400 hectares of coffee next year

Govt. decides to plant 400 hectares of coffee next year Source : dailynews The Ministry of Agriculture and Plantation Industry has decided to plant 400 hectares of coffee in the next year. Mahinda Amaraweera, the Minister...

Nov 28, 2023 | Comments Off

Former MasterChef judge Gary Mehigan arrives in Sri Lanka

Former MasterChef judge Gary Mehigan arrives in Sri Lanka Source : adaderana World-famous Australian chef Gary Mehigan, popularly known for his role as a judge on ‘MasterChef Australia’, has arrived in Sri Lanka. 56-year-old Mehigan had...

Nov 28, 2023 | Comments Off

CIPM launches PET plastic collection and recycling programme

CIPM launches PET plastic collection and recycling programme Source : dailynews CIPM Sri Lanka, the Nation’s leader in human resource management, announced an important milestone in their commitment to environmental sustainability by initiating a PET plastic...

Nov 25, 2023 | Comments Off

Only 31 out of 179 foreign investment projects functioning

Only 31 out of 179 foreign investment projects functioning Source : dailynews Out of 179 Foreign Investment Projects, only 31 projects are efficacious – the Committee instructs officials of Project Management and Monitoring Department to submit...

Nov 25, 2023 | Comments Off

WC Team of Tournament includes Dilshan Madushanka; 6 Indians included

WC Team of Tournament includes Dilshan Madushanka; 6 Indians included Source : dailymirror (ICC) – The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 delivered some phenomenal individual performances across seven weeks of high-class international action, and here...

Nov 20, 2023 | Comments Off

Sri Lanka’s Journey on Universal Children’s Day

Sri Lanka’s Journey on Universal Children’s Day Source ;dailymirror Universal Children’s Day is an important global event that focuses on the rights and welfare of children worldwide. It is celebrated on the 20th of November...

Nov 20, 2023 | Comments Off

Appreciating Byzantine iconography

Appreciating Byzantine iconography Source : dailynews Existing for over a thousand years, the Byzantine Empire cultivated diverse and sumptuous arts to engage the viewers’ senses and transport them to a more spiritual plane. Byzantine emperors used...

Nov 18, 2023 | Comments Off

WATCH : Aravinda arrives, speaks about SL ICC ban

WATCH : Aravinda arrives, speaks about SL ICC ban Source : newswire Aravinda de Silva, having received his ICC Hall of Fame award in Mumbai, returned to Colombo and shared his optimism for the resurgence...

Nov 18, 2023 | Comments Off

Sri Lanka needs to create green economy to face future with strength – President

Sri Lanka needs to create green economy to face future with strength – President Source : adaderana Measures are currently underway to create an institutional structure that will support the implementation of Sri Lanka’s Climate Prosperity...

Nov 14, 2023 | Comments Off

Buddhist Museum to be established in SL

Buddhist Museum to be established in SL Source : dailynews While delivering the Budget 2024,President Ranil Wickremesinghe said that, “focusing on the Buddhist civilization of Sri Lanka, I expect to establish a Sri Lankan Buddhist Museum...

Nov 14, 2023 | Comments Off

Increase in dengue high-risk zones

Increase in dengue high-risk zones Source : dailynews The National Dengue Control unit Director Dr. Nalin Ariyaratne said that the number of Dengue high-risk zones has increased up to 44. Dengue breeding spots have been discovered...

Nov 11, 2023 | Comments Off

Psychological links with Buddhism – By Dr. Justice Chandradasa Nanayakkara

Psychological links with Buddhism – By Dr. Justice Chandradasa Nanayakkara Source: island Psychology is a broad field that encompasses the scientific study of the human mind, and its processes, such as thought, behaviour, development, personality, emotion,...

Nov 10, 2023 | Comments Off

Deduru Oya and Weheragala reservoirs spilling over – By Sajeewa Kottagoda and M.K.Nandasena

Deduru Oya and Weheragala reservoirs spilling over – By Sajeewa Kottagoda and M.K.Nandasena Source : dailymirror Deduru Oya reservoir reached spill level last morning and all eight spill gates were open to release 17,000 acre...

Nov 7, 2023 | Comments Off

Officer charged with damaging historical site appointed to Buddhist Affairs Ministry – By Yohan Perera

Officer charged with damaging historical site appointed to Buddhist Affairs Ministry – By Yohan Perera Source : dailymirror COLOMBO (Daily Mirror) – A new episode on the story of the destruction of the historical Raja Saba...

Nov 7, 2023 | Comments Off

Around 70 percent of the ancient walls in Sigiriya destroyed

Around 70 percent of the ancient walls in Sigiriya destroyed Source : newsfirst The Central Cultural Fund said around 70 percent of the ancient walls that are preserved in Sigiriya are destroyed as a result of...

Nov 3, 2023 | Comments Off

Poor show in WC: SLC calls for urgent explanation from selectors & coaching staff

Poor show in WC: SLC calls for urgent explanation from selectors & coaching staff Source : newswire Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has expressed concern and disappointment over the performance of the Sri Lanka national team during...

Nov 3, 2023 | Comments Off

Concerns raised over ‘discriminatory’ PUCSL electricity tariff revision

Concerns raised over ‘discriminatory’ PUCSL electricity tariff revision Source : newswire Independent Sri Lankan policy think tank, Advocata says the recent electricity tariff revision by the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) is discriminatory. Issuing...

Nov 1, 2023 | Comments Off

Veteran Sri Lanka cheerleader ‘Uncle Percy’ passes away

Veteran Sri Lanka cheerleader ‘Uncle Percy’ passes away Source : newswire Veteran Sri Lanka cheer squad leader Percy Abeysekera, fondly known as ‘Uncle Percy’ by cricket fans across the world, has passed away. Sri Lanka’s famous...

Oct 31, 2023 | Comments Off

How to live in the present moment? | Buddhism In English

How to live in the present moment? | Buddhism In English...

Oct 31, 2023 | Comments Off

Decision to add 10 more Sri Lankan sites to World Heritage List

Decision to add 10 more Sri Lankan sites to World Heritage List Source : newsfirst The Ministry of Cultural Affairs has reached a decision to include 10 more sites in Sri Lanka in the World Heritage...

Oct 27, 2023 | Comments Off

Tourism earnings in the third quarter of 2023 over $1.45 billion

Tourism earnings in the third quarter of 2023 over $1.45 billion Source : newsfirst The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has revealed that tourism earnings in the third quarter of 2023 were over $1.45 billion, reflecting...

Oct 27, 2023 | Comments Off

Matheesha Pathirana arrives in Sri Lanka

Matheesha Pathirana arrives in Sri Lanka Source : newswire Sri Lanka pace bowler Matheesha Pathirana returned to Sri Lanka last night after being ruled out of the ICC World Cup 2023 due to an injury. Pathirana...

Oct 24, 2023 | Comments Off

Sri Lanka’s mining industry buried in corruption while unexploited resources just sit in the ground – By Namini Wijedasa

Sri Lanka’s mining industry buried in corruption while unexploited resources just sit in the ground – By Namini Wijedasa Source : sundaytimes Capital Metals PLC (CMET) is a global mineral sands company whose experiences in Sri...

Oct 24, 2023 | Comments Off

HIGHLIGHTS | All Blacks v Argentina (2023 Rugby World Cup – Semifinal)

HIGHLIGHTS | All Blacks v Argentina (2023 Rugby World Cup – Semifinal)...

Oct 21, 2023 | Comments Off

Sri Lanka look to bounce back after horror start

Sri Lanka look to bounce back after horror start Source:-dailymirror Coming into the World Cup, Sri Lanka Skipper Dasun Shanaka had hoped that the 2023 Asia Cup finalists would put on a strong show in...

Oct 21, 2023 | Comments Off

Working hours for women: laws that need changing – By Vinuki Madagama

Working hours for women: laws that need changing – By Vinuki Madagama Are restrictions on working times for women harming their economic prospects? Source : dailymirror Sri Lanka, a nation where women account for 52% of...

Oct 16, 2023 | Comments Off

PROPERTY FOR SALE – JAYANTHIPURA, BATTARAMULLA

PROPERTY FOR SALE – JAYANTHIPURA, BATTARAMULLA ** in very close proximity to the Parliament ** Prestigious residential location with house & land ** Ideal investment for future development ** Elevated, level & orderly land **...

Sep 11, 2023 | Comments Off

House for Sale in Colombo 5

House for Sale in Colombo 5 Four bedroom, double storey house with 3 en-suite bathrooms for sale in Colombo 5. Property is on 10 perches of land with a small garden and minutes away from...

Sep 11, 2023 | Comments Off

4 Bedroom House on 6 Perches with Dual Access for Sale in Ratmalana, Sri Lanka

4 Bedroom House on 6 Perches with Dual Access for Sale in Ratmalana, Sri Lanka Facilities All Funiture included with the sale 100m to Galle Road Walking distance to KDU University All rooms fully air conditioned Kitchen...

Sep 11, 2023 | Comments Off

Nawala House with Large Garden for sale with Clear Title

Nawala House with Large Garden for sale with Clear Title A large 5 Bedroom house with 4 Bathrooms close to Colombo 5, Nawala. • A manicured large garden. • Teak parquet floor for upstairs...

Aug 16, 2023 | Comments Off

eLanka Website Design Services

eLanka Website Design Services eLanka Website Designs will help you to set new business priorities, outline plans for growth, determine a product & internet roadmap with expert Business Analysis, Website Design and Project Management Services!...

Aug 16, 2023 | Comments Off

Rare opportunity in the Colombo suburbs to develop the perfect city escape!

Rare opportunity in the Colombo suburbs to develop the perfect city escape! Property Overview One-of-a-kind 61 perch property on a 40-foot hill in thriving Thalawathugoda! Features large area of clear land, terraced gardens & abundant...

Jul 22, 2023 | Comments Off

Unique Jewels (Pvt) Ltd

Unique Jewels (Pvt) Ltd Experience the collision of exquisite modern art with traditional designs along with the promise Address: 31 Lauries Road Bambalapitiya Colombo 04, Colombo, Sri Lanka PHONE NUMBER (011) 258-7180 contact@uniquejewels.lk www.uniquejewels.lk...

Mar 7, 2023 | Comments Off

Veedu Services

Veedu Services Experience the best service via Veedu’s smart platform to find the right skills to get your work done without haze Our Services Garden beds Paving & Driveways Pergolas Fencing – Colourbond &...

Mar 7, 2023 | Comments Off

Baththaramulla (Sri Lanka) Apartment for Sale

Baththaramulla (Sri Lanka) Apartment for Sale Located close to the beautiful surrounds of Diyawanna lake, this stylish, modern and cozy residence in the heart of Sri Jayewardenepura Battaramulla is now open for sale. Whilst it...

Mar 6, 2023 | Comments Off

eLanka Marriage Proposals

eLanka Marriage Proposals eLanka has recently launched the Marriage Proposals page. If you would like to list your Marriage proposal under “Brides” or “Bridegrooms” please email us info@eLanka.com.au Marriage Proposals – Brides Marriage Proposals –...

Aug 4, 2022 | Comments Off