Karainagar: A serene paradise-by Dishan Joseph Source:Dailynews The coastal towns of Sri Lanka are embellished with an alluring charm. Today we discover the hidden beauty of a very old island in the North of Sri Lanka, about 20 km from Jaffna. Karainagar (Island of Karai trees) is a destination that effortlessly combines the majesty of the ocean, the splendour of ancient kovils and a myriad of succulent seafood. It is a destination that redefines paradise. Access to Karainagar is via a causeway. Decades ago, the area was known as Karaitheevu (theevu means island in Tamil) but over the past decade adopted the name of Karainagar. As we drove along the causeway that connects the island to the mainland, we saw green nets on either side of the road, where fishermen waded waist deep in the emerald green water and caught an assortment of fish. I have made five visits to ...
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A Colonial official’s view of Christianity in Ceylon-by P.K Balachandran Sir James Emerson Tennent Source:Dailymirror James Emerson Tennent was Colonial Secretary in Ceylon from 1846 to 1850 and Acting Governor in April-May 1847. Tennent was not just an administrator, a Colonial master lording over obsequious natives. His keen eye and ear caught the nuances of the communities he was administering. His scholarship got him the Presidency of the Ceylon branch of the Royal Asiatic Society. In “Christianity in Ceylon” published in 1850, Tennent traces its encounters with, and the challenges it faced from, entrenched faiths like Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam and demon worship and how it tried to overcome the odds. He also wrote on the Dutch attempt to root out Catholicism from Ceylon and the educational achievements of the American missions in Jaffna. Contrary to the general belief that the Portuguese used violence to spread their religion in Ceylon, Tennent ...
New species of geckos discovered from SL’s central highlands-By Ifham Nizam Source:SUNDAY ISLAND A critically endangered new species of geckos (Cnemaspis lokugei) was discovered from Haputale and Idalgashinna areas in Sri Lanka’s central highlands. This was the first to be recorded so far for 2021. The newly discovered species was named in honor of Ajith Nethkelum Lokuge, a pioneer ecologist, analogue forestry specialist and a senior member of Young Zoologists’ Association (YZA) of Sri Lanka, for his significant contribution towards environmental conservation and research in Sri Lanka. ...
Cricket legend Stanley Jayasinghe felicitated Source:Sundayobserver One of Sri Lanka’s most iconic cricketers of the pre-Test era Stanley Jayasinghe was yesterday felicitated by the Old Nalandians Sports Club that comprise old boys of Nalanda College at the school’s Malalasekera Hall. At a time when the quality of school cricket was at a high level, Jayasinghe now age 90, booked his place in the National side as a batsman while still being a schoolboy in 1950 for a tour of Pakistan where he scored a century. ...
Observing food discipline, Covid guidelines, key to a heart healthy New Year-BY CAROL ALOYSIUS Source:Sundayobserver In a couple of days, the National New year will dawn on us. As we celebrate this joyous harvest festival, one must not forget that we are still in the midst of a Covid-19 spread where observing strict guidelines issued by the Health Ministry is a must even when re-uniting with our families for the occasion. Excessive consumption of rich sugar and oil laden foods is common even among patients on prescribed diets leading to cardiac problems, cholesterol and early non-communicable diseases. ...
Officials blunder as steeple chaser denied better timing Nilani Ratnayake performs at her pet event Source:Sundayobserver Blundering officials at the national athletic trials will reduce the chances of steeple chaser Nilani Ratnayake’s qualification rankings to the Tokyo Olympics Games. Ratnayake will be vying to qualify in the women’s 3000m steeplechase event and currently stands as the 35th in the list. ...
Our own Avurudu-BY LAKMAL DILRUKSHIKA Source:Sundayobserver The Sinhala and Hindu Aluth Avurudda – New Year will fall shortly. The auspicious times for the main rituals begin with the Nonagathaya on Tuesday at 8.09pm. The New Year will fall along with the dawn on Wednesday (April 14), continue via the lighting of the hearth, having meals and Ganu Denu, anointing oil and finally setting off for work (profession) the next Monday (April 19). The auspicious color codes for this year are light green, blue and white according to the day that the auspicious time for each ritual has fallen on to. Changes in 2021 Unlike last year, even amid the risk of the country’s health sector’s warning to be cautious against the new wave of Corona, our people seem to be getting ready to welcome this year’s Avurudu with their usual excitement, energy and interest. The clothes shops, supermarkets, village fairs ...
Celebrating Sinhala and Tamil New Year with pride and unity-BY METHLINI HEWAGE Source:Sundayobserver Sri Lanka, enriched by its multi-ethnicity is a treasure trove of culture. One of the main cultural events celebrated within the nation is the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. Celebrated annually on April 13 and 14, this joyous occasion is a specimen of the cultural diversity in the country and the way in which it enriches the nation in every aspect. Since ancient times, Sri Lanka has been an agricultural nation. Therefore, the Sri Lankan people of different ethnicities have paid homage to the main aspect of nature on which their livelihood depended; the Sun. The Sinhala and Tamil New Year falls during this specific time of the year as, according to Eastern astrology, it is the time when the Sun moves from Pisces (commonly referred to as Meena Rashiya) to Aries (commonly referred to as Mesha ...
Cultural factors associated with Tamil Hindu New Year-by DR. SUBASHINI PATHMANATHAN Source:Sundayobserver Hindu Tamils in Sri Lanka are mostly connected to the South Indian festive culture and traditions. Each Hindu year has a particular name from ancient times. The total number of the Hindu Year is 60. The different 60 years routinely follow one after the other in the Hindu Panchaangam calendar (Hindu almanac.) Tamil Hindus from time immemorial have closely associated themselves with Astronomy and Astrology. Each New Year of the Hindu calendar is repeated after 60 years with the same name. Weeks before the New Year, people clean, whitewash and polish their houses and household items. They discard unwanted items with the expectation to bring in positive vibrations to the house. Movements of Sun The Hindu New Year normally falls around April 13 or 14 of every year. The month of April is known as Chithirai in Tamil. ...
Establishing of Australia – Sri Lanka Business Council in Sydney This has reference to our initial meeting held on 9th December 2020 at my official residence on the above. As discussed at the above meeting, we formed a Committee to study the Draft Constitution and to finalize arrangements to formally establish the Sri Lanka – Australia Business Council in Sydney. The selected committee had series of discussions and 4 meetings in this regard and finalized the Constitution of the Council and the office-bearers of the Business Council were also selected. A copy of the finalized Constitution is attached hereto for your information. The following members have been selected to serve as office-bearers of the Business Council. (1) Mr. Malcom Monteiro President (2) Mrs. Chithra Silva Secretary (3) Mr. Aubrey Joachim Treasurer (4) Mr. Peter McKeon Committee Member (5) Mr. Thayaparan Ponniah Committee Member (6) Mrs. Ajantha Randeniya Committee ...
