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Sri Lanka continue unbeaten streak, Netherlands push for top spot in Group B Remembering Heroes on 30th Anniversary of Special Boat Squadron Unsung Heroes: Recognizing the Vital Role of Garbage Cleaners and Sanitary Workers – By Jayadeva de Silva IPL players to join Sri Lanka T20 World Cup squad in USA – By Sa’adi Thawfeeq

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Sri Lanka continue unbeaten streak, Netherlands push for top spot in Group B   Source:Dailymirror May 1 (ICC) – Sri Lanka resumed their remarkable run in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2024 with a third win in as many games while Netherlands edged Zimbabwe in the Group B fixture. Vishmi Gunaratne and the Sri Lankan spinners were the stars in their massive win over Uganda at the Sheikh Zayed stadium in Abu Dhabi in the Group A game of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2024. Meanwhile, at the Tolerance Oval, Netherlands denied Zimbabwe in the run-chase in a closely-fought contest to complete their second win in Group B. They are now level on points with Ireland, who have played one match fewer. ...

May 2, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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Remembering Heroes on 30th Anniversary of Special Boat Squadron Source:Island ‘Fortune favours the brave’ By Admiral Ravindra C. Wijegunaratne (Retired From Sri Lanka Navy) Former Chief of Defence Staff & Chairman Trincomalee Petroleum Terminals Ltd. Fortune favours the Brave’ is the motto of the Sri Lanka Navy’s elite Special Boats Squadron (SBS). The Navy is considered as “Silent Service” because no one sees what it does out at sea. The Sri Lanka Navy’s elite Sea Commando Unit is the SBS, which was raised in 1993 to fight the LTTE Sea Tigers. The SBS is known as ‘The Silent of Silent Service’ because of what it does, and its capabilities only a few in the country are aware of. I was fortunate enough to raise this elite unit, in 1993, and command it twice in my naval career during the most demanding times of our battle against the LTTE terrorists in ...

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Unsung Heroes: Recognizing the Vital Role of Garbage Cleaners and Sanitary Workers – By Jayadeva de Silva Source : Jayadeva De Silva Linkedin Garbage cleaners and sanitary workers are the unsung heroes of our communities. Their tireless efforts keep our streets clean, our environment healthy, and our cities functioning smoothly. They deserve recognition and appreciation for several reasons: Public Health: Sanitary workers play a crucial role in maintaining public health by collecting and disposing of waste properly. Their work prevents the spread of diseases and helps keep communities safe and hygienic. Environmental Protection: By removing waste from streets, parks, and waterways, garbage cleaners help protect the environment. Proper waste disposal reduces pollution and minimizes harm to wildlife and ecosystems. Quality of Life: Clean surroundings contribute to a higher quality of life for everyone. Garbage cleaners improve the aesthetics of neighborhoods, making them more pleasant and inviting places to live, work, and ...

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IPL players to join Sri Lanka T20 World Cup squad in USA – By Sa’adi Thawfeeq Team Yellow Captain Wanidu Hasaranga Source : ft Sri Lanka team leaves for T20 World Cup on 14 May Sri Lanka has submitted a preliminary squad of 25 players instead of a 15-member squad to meet the ICC deadline of 1 May for the ICC T20 World Cup which is to be held in the USA and the Caribbean from 2 to 29 June. The ICC has mandated that the preliminary 15-member squads must be submitted by 1 May with room for changes until 22 May. Chairman of cricket selectors Upul Tharanga said that they had got permission from the ICC to send a preliminary squad of 25 players with the selection of the final 15 being made during the triangular T20 tournament organised by Sri Lanka Cricket at the R Premadasa Stadium from today ...

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Where to find your cultural community in Canada – By Asheesh Moosapeta Source : cicnews For many newcomers to Canada, finding people of their own social and cultural background can be a huge consideration in settling in a new country. Luckily, due to its ethic of multiculturalism, and emphasis on diversity, newcomers from all around the world can likely find members of their community in Canada. Below is a profile of Canada’s most populous municipalities, including prominent ethnic groups, place of birth, immigrant status, breakdown of official languages spoken, and knowledge of languages. The largest cities from each province have been chosen, and data has been obtained from the Canadian 2021 National Census. Definitions For ethnic origins, this article uses Statistics Canada’s “list of ethnic or cultural origins 2021” (with in-depth definitions) which can be found here. In terms of immigrant status, this article refers to: “Immigrants” who are newcomers to Canada ...

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Sri Lanka rout India after sluggish start to qualifiers for Rugby Asiad. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. (eLanka Sports Editor) Five years in Rugby wilderness did have an impact on Sri Lanka’s standards, but they steadied to rout India 45-10 at the Asian region top tier Rugby qualification at the Racecourse ground in Colombo.  Political interference and issues off the field relegated Sri Lanka Rugby to the sidelines while the country struggled for redress.  With the air cleared now, they have to qualify to play in the Asiad featuring powerhouses Japan,  Chinese Taipei,  Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea and other top nations in the region. The win over India catapulted them into the final with Kazakhstan and indications suggest that Sri Lanka, who has been a fierce competitor in the past, can regain their lost mojo in the fifteen man game.  Political interference and power struggles with administrators in sport ...

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HEART TRANSPLANT – By Lakshman Navaratne Image Source : West Virginia School of Preaching Facebook Page 3000 humans from all nations of the globe were the recipients of a MASS HEART TRANSPLANT that took place in Jerusalem. This event is recorded in the New Testament as the day of Pentecost. Today, 2000 years later: the same Tool “The written WORD” sharper than any man-made doctrines, theologies or religions are operating away from the eyes of world.         No one is Christian without Christ operating in your heart. No one on earth can claim the existence of a sovereign Maker (God), without hearing His voice, the word spoken to the Heart! Soon the flow of blood ceases, the body is considered dead. Today, with or without reading the Bible: one-third of Human population living on earth have embraced Christianity, as new Judaism, and the only way back to their Father in Heaven. ...

May 2, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Lakshman Navaratne Tagged ,
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Shehana Wijesena – Partner at Bird & Bird (International Law Firm) – Intellectual Property Group in Sydney We at eLanka are so proud and beyond thrilled to announce that Shehana Wijesena of Sydney, Australia has joined the partnership of Bird & Bird following the culmination of years of hard work and dedication, encouragement and championing by Jane Owen, love and support from her rock star husband and “co-primary” carer, unlimited help and guidance from my beloved parents Palitha & Shiranee Wijesena, also based in Sydney, Australia, inspiration and purpose from her darling daughters Ruby and Zoe, support from Shehana’s brother, friends and clients (many of whom fall into both camps), dedication and care of daycare educators – and a sprinkle of luck! As partner in our Intellectual Property Group in Sydney, Shehana advises the clients on all aspects of IP strategies, protection, exploitation and enforcement. Shehana enjoys assisting clients with ...

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eLanka Newsletter -1st May 2024 – 1st Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter New Plan to Drive Growth in Women and Girls’ Cricket SRI LANKA NEWS – By Victor Melder SRI LANKA CRICKET NEWS – By Victor Melder Media opportunity of Ellyse Perry, Nick Hockley and Christina Matthews as Australian Cricket launched its Women and Girls Action Plan at the MCG WHAT IS MINE – By Charles Schokman Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 207 25 04 2024 The First Presidential Election and Colvin’s dejection. – By Dr .Tilak S. Fernando Qld Sri Lankan Newsletter – Dæhæna – May 2024 Janashakthi Group-Sponsored Inaugural “Battle of the Golden Blues” Concludes with a Draw Wishing a Legend of Wesley a Happy 90th Birth Day A Sri Lankan Lady Bishop for Wellington, NZ-by Michael Roberts A MESSAGE OF THANKS FROM AJITH PERERA OUR ...

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