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SRI LANKA NEWS (MARCH 2024) Compiled by Victor Melder The Headline inflation, as measured by the year-on-year (YoY) change in the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI, 2021=100)1 decreased to 5.9% in February from 6.4% in January 2024. The Central Bank said the increase in the headline inflation is mostly in line with its projections. It said the Food inflation (YoY) increased to 3.5% in February from 3.3% in January 2024, while the Non-Food inflation (YoY) decelerated to 7% in February from 7.9% in January 2024. CBSL also said the monthly change of CCPI recorded -0.05% in February due to the combined effect of price decreases of 0.67% observed in the items of Food category and price increases of 0.62% observed in the items of Non-Food category. The core inflation (YoY), which reflects the underlying inflation in the economy, increased to 2.8% in February from 2.2% in January 2024. The Central Bank ...

Mar 31, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Victor Melder Tagged Colombo Consumer Price Index, Dr. Rohan Wijekoon, Lasantha Alagiyawanna, Mr. Mahinda Amaraweera, SRI LANKA NEWS

SRI LANKA CRICKET NEWS (MARCH 2024) Compiled by Victor Melder The Cricket Selection Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket has named Niroshan Dickwella as a replacement for Kusal Janith Perera for the Twenty20 International (T20I) Series against Bangladesh, which begins on Monday in Sylhet. Perera, who was included in the T20I Squad, will not take part in the series as he is suffering from a respiratory infection. Perera did not join the team, which left for Bangladesh on Thursday. Dickwella will join the team tomorrow, ahead of the first match, which will be played at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Sylhet. The second and third T20Is on March 6 and 9 will also be played at the same venue (Daily Mirror, 2.3.2024) The touring Sri Lankans beat Bangladesh by 3 runs to win the first T20 International played at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. Scores; Sri Lanka – 206/3 in 20 ...

Mar 31, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Victor Melder Tagged Japan Cricket Association, Kasun Rajitha, Lahiru Kumara, Sri Lanka Cricket, T20 World Cup, Wanidu Hasaranga

Ramadan – By Omar Issadeen Image Source : Omer Suttar Linkedin Source : Qld Sri Lankan Newsletter – Dæhæna – April 2024 Muslims around the world are currently observing Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar. This year, Ramadan is between 11th March and 10th April. Fasting during the month of Ramadan comprises one of the five pillars of Islam, along with ‘Shahada’ – one’s belief in a single God and his Prophet Muhamad (may peace be on him), ‘Salah’ or prayer, ‘Zakat’ or charity, and ‘Hajj’ – pilgrimage to Makkah. By fasting, Muslims abstain from eating and drinking (even water) during the day to refocus their attention on the remembrance and worship of God. Muslims fast primarily as an act of obedience to God, as instructed in the Holy Quran and beyond perceptions that fasting provides health benefits or to experience the pangs of hunger, which may indeed be ...

Mar 31, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Muslims, Omer Suttar

CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF A SRILANKAN AVIATION LEGEND ON HIS ANNIVERSAY—CAPTAIN GEORGE. E. L .FERDINANAD. I have been pondering for some time , how to honor a person who sowed the seeds of Aviation in my mind. I would say, it was God’s providence that I met this gentleman out of all the places , on an interview panel. In 1972 when AirCeylon recruited Flight Operations officers , I was one of the applicants for this job interview and was interviewed by Capt.P.B.Mawalagedra and Capt. G.E.L.. Ferdinand ,( Both were there in their uniforms) and the personnel manager T.S.de Fonseka. The interview was done by the two Captains and especially by Capt. Ferdinand , who was to be my immediate boss. Besides the basic qualifications ,the prerequisite for this Job , was to have a Private Pilot’s License . I did not have a Pilot’s License , Captain Ferdi. was instrumental in recruiting me to ...

Mar 31, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged AirCeylon, ANNIVERSAY, Captain, SRILANKAN AVIATION

MAGIC IS LOGIC – By Lakshman Navaratne Image Source : City Bible Church 3500 years ago, King Solomon was gifted with the Wisdom of our Maker. God of Hebrews gave his people forty years of rest from the enemies of Israel. 2700 years ago, Hebrew prophet Isaiah 53:4 wrote: “Surely, he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we considered him punished by God, stricken by him, and afflicted.” 2000 years ago, the prophesy of a faithful generation was fulfilled through Hebrew Blood of the Rabbi Yeshua! No part of human body, evolved from animals. Our sight is the unquestionable, miracle organ of the human body. No one can claim Jesus is God, unless he or she receives the same Baptism Jesus received at the age of 30. Moses spent 40 days on mount Sinai receiving the Magic of Creation. After the Baptism at the River Jordon, Jesus spent ...

Mar 31, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Lakshman Navaratne Tagged Baptism Jesus, Darkness, God, HUMAN BODY, MAGIC IS LOGIC

OBITUARIES (E & O.E.) (MARCH 2024) VETHAKAN, Helen, wife of the late Arthur Vethakan, mother of the late Rajkumar, Rajam, Winston and Winicia, mother-in-law of Manjula, Jerome, Rukshana and Derrick. Grandmpother of Prashan, Jeggan, Rajiv, Rumesh, Divya, Ashwini, Jonathan, Maneka, Johanan and Radesh, and their spouses Pooja, Sumyutha, Karen, Anisha, Rehan, Shevin and Nicole. Great grandmother of Ella, Jiya and Rhea, in Sri Lanka on February 28, 2024. (Daily News, 1.3.3024) RAYMOND, “Billy”, Christopher Robin., (20.02.1943 – 29.02.2024), husband of Christine (née D’Abrera), father of Danielle and Richard and Ryan, father-in-law of Tamara, grandfather of Jai and Saira. Son of Colin and Alma Doris Raymond, brother of late Barney, late St Elmo, late Dr Anton, late David, late Joan ...

Mar 31, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Obituaries Tagged OBITUARIES

The great treasure found in the Kirinda Sea-The Sea of Sri Lanka Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...

Mar 30, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged The Sea of Sri Lanka

How to watch the upcoming total Solar Eclipse with NASA Source : newswire On Monday, April 8, most of North America will have the chance to see the Moon pass in front of the Sun during a solar eclipse. NASA is inviting the public to participate with in-person events, opportunities to do NASA science, and multiple ways to watch online. Millions of people along the path of totality – which stretches from Texas to Maine in the United States – will see a total solar eclipse, when the Moon completely covers the Sun. Outside the path of totality, people across the contiguous United States will have a chance to see a partial solar eclipse, when the Moon covers part of the Sun. Learn how to safely view this celestial event. Watch Through Eyes of NASA NASA will host live coverage of the eclipse starting at 1 p.m. EDT. The agency’s eclipse coverage will include live views ...

Mar 30, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged NASA, NASA science, NASA Television’s media channel, NASA TV, NASA’s Glenn Research Center, The NASA broadcast, total Solar Eclipse

Cashew nuts are a healthy snack choice due to their nutritional benefits. – By Dr. Harold Gunatillake Image Source : alamy Promoting cashew nuts Sri Lanka has an advantage in promoting the health benefits of cashews, as we have a government corporation and a suitable site in Pasyala (Cadju pura). A massive billboard by the roadside at this site, before entering Pasyala, will remind motorists to stop and purchase some nuts to enjoy on the way to the hills. A giant billboard displaying “Good for your Heart” would be most appropriate. Furthermore, good toilet facilities provided by the local Mirigama Council will encourage drivers to take a break at this spot, mainly for the comfort of the tourists, which invariably promotes adjusted sales. Sri Lankan cashews are highly sought after for their milky flavour, and the market for Rancrisp cashews continues to grow. The cashew, Anacardium occidentale L., belongs to the ...

Mar 30, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged Anacardium occidentale, Cashew nuts nutritional benefits, Cashews, nutritious foods, Sri Lanka Cashew