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Traveling to Sri Lanka: Flight Durations from Around the World Sri Lanka, a jewel in the Indian Ocean, has become an increasingly popular destination for travelers seeking a mix of cultural richness, stunning landscapes, and vibrant experiences. If you’re planning a journey to this tropical paradise, one of the key considerations is the duration of your flight. In this guide, we’ll explore the flight times from various countries, providing insights into the approximate hours you can expect to spend in transit. Flight Duration: To offer more accurate information, let’s look at flight durations from major cities in Australia, Canada, Singapore, Netherlands, France, the United States, China, Germany, the United Kingdom, and India. Additional Considerations: Layovers: Flight times may vary based on layovers and specific flight paths. Direct flights generally have shorter durations. Seasonal Variations: Factors such as wind patterns and weather conditions can influence flight times. Time Zone Differences: Be ...

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Visiting Sri Lanka: A Guide to Obtaining a Visa Sri Lanka, with its rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality, has become an increasingly popular destination for travelers seeking a unique and diverse experience. If you’re planning a trip to this beautiful island nation, one of the first steps you’ll need to take is securing a visa. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of obtaining a visa to Sri Lanka, providing valuable information and useful links to make your journey smoother. Types of Visas: Before applying for a Sri Lankan visa, it’s essential to understand the different types available and choose the one that best suits your travel plans. The following are some common visa types: Tourist Visa: Suitable for those visiting Sri Lanka for tourism purposes. The standard tourist visa allows for a stay of up to 30 days. Business Visa: If you’re traveling for ...

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Champions return home after creating a long-lasting legacy Australia captain Pat Cummins believes his team have created a career-defining legacy with their World Cup win, after a long six months on the road in India and England. “I think they have created their own legacy,” Cummins said of his side as he touched down at Sydney Airport. “A World Cup, you only get one chance every four years and especially playing somewhere like India, it’s hard. Even before the tournament, we knew playing ODI cricket in India, it’s a pretty tough assignment. To be pitted up against the rest of the world and come away with a medal, it doesn’t get any better than that. We couldn’t have planned for much better. So a pretty satisfied group.” Captain Pat Cummins and pacer Josh Hazelwood landed in Sydney on Wednesday morning while Head coach Andrew McDonalds and Allrounder Mitchell Marsh touched ...

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Chris Minns Premier of New South Wales Steve Kamper Minister for Small Business, Minister for Lands and Property, Minister for Multiculturalism, Minister for Sport A message of condolences on the passing of Dr Harinath OAM Tuesday, 21 November 2023 The NSW Government extends its sympathies to the family of Dr GK Harinath following his passing. Dr Harinath, was a pivotal figure within the multicultural community of NSW, and his legacy will be remembered for years to come. A message from the NSW Premier: “It is with great sadness that I acknowledge the passing of a remarkable person, Dr GK Harinath OAM.” “Dr Hari, as he was known, joined the Multicultural NSW Advisory Board in July 2013, becoming Chairperson in September 2014, a position he held for 8 years until 30 June 2022.” “As the esteemed Chairperson of Multicultural NSW, as well as Cricket NSW, Dr Harinath’s influence and leadership roles ...

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VACD Australia October/November 2023 Newsletter Dear friends, colleagues, supporters, and collaborative partners, Greetings to you, your families, loved ones, and colleagues from all of us at VACD! We Warmly Welcome Our New VACD Australia Leadership Team Member – Ms Aloyna Taylor to our VACD Family: We are delighted that Aloyna has joined our team as VACD Australia’s ‘Head of Digital Communication’. Her role is to assist VACD develop our social media presence. Aloyna is a specialist in digital communication, a Neuro Change Practitioner, Business Specialist, and National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Provider. She has substantial practical experience in connecting and collaborating with people using up-to-date digital technology as her mode of communication and is dedicated to helping women rebuild their lives through education while also inspiring and motivating the younger generation to create positive changes for a better future. Aloyna presently serves as a coordinator at “We Rise Networking” https://werisenetworking.com/ and “Women ...

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VACD Australia August/September 2023 Newsletter Dear friends, colleagues, supporters, and collaborative partners, Greetings to you, your families, loved ones, and colleagues from all of us at VACD. VACD Sri Lanka Tour Highlights & Notes in Brief:  After months of careful planning, Yasmin and I embarked on our self-funded official VACD tour of Sri Lanka in late September of which here are some of the key highlights: Meeting with Mr. Himendra Ranaweera – Deputy Chairman, Ms Jayanga Wegodapola – Legal Officer and Mr. Subramanian Kamalanathan – Manager Operations – Merrill J Fernando Charitable Foundation (MJFCF) to discuss VACD’s upcoming projects & programs and establish a Collaborative Partnership agreement between MJFCF and VACD, as per below:   ...

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The Height of Foreign Mountains Source:Thomia One of the most dramatic stories told in Thomia is that of STC’s struggle to maintain its independence in the face of an increasingly intrusive State authority that would eventually take over almost every other school in the island. This struggle, which lasted some twenty years, was ultimately a contest between two great cultural forces – one westward-looking and informed by Christian ethics and Enlightenment ideas, the other nationalistic and inward-looking – and inevitably, much more powerful. (Orig. pub. 2018 in notesfromceylon.com) One of the principal causes of Lanka’s slow but inexorable reversion to barbarism is our national education policy, which despite much meddling with the details has retained the shape it assumed many years before Independence. Influenced by Sinhalese-Buddhist ‘nationalist’ imperatives and animated by a vengeful intent to destroy the power and privileges of the educated English-speaking elite of his time, this policy ...

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“The Juicy Delight: Exploring the Health Benefits and Culinary Wonders of Fresh Guavas“-by Kalani-eLanka Fresh guavas, with their vibrant green hues and distinctive fragrance, are a tropical delight that packs a punch of flavor and nutrition. Native to Central America, these succulent fruits have become a favorite around the world, not just for their sweet taste but also for their numerous health benefits. In this article, we will delve into the nutritional value of fresh guavas and explore creative ways to incorporate them into your culinary repertoire. Fresh guavas are a nutritional powerhouse, rich in essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. One of their standout features is their exceptionally high vitamin C content, which surpasses that of many citrus fruits. Vitamin C is crucial for a robust immune system, collagen production, and overall skin health. Guavas also provide a good dose of dietary fiber, aiding in digestion and promoting a healthy ...

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Minchi Bliss: A Flavorful Journey of Fragrant Rice Delight – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: 2 cups Basmati or any preferred rice 50g Minchi leaves 4 green chili pods 5 white onions Thinly sliced B onion 5 dry chili pods A pinch of suduru Butter Roasted cashews 2 bay leaves Cardamom and cloves (a small quantity) Ginger paste Salt to taste Instructions: Start by grinding Minchi leaves, green chillies, and garlic into a fine paste. Place a pot on the stove, add a dollop of butter, and fry cardamom, cloves, bay leaves, finely chopped onion, and a pinch of cumin. Introduce the prepared Minchi green paste to the pot. Once well-tempered, add the cooked rice and stir. Season with salt to taste and continue stirring. Finally, garnish with roasted cashew nuts. Enjoy your flavorful Minchi Rice! ...

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