Lankan doctor honoured at leading hospital in New York city Dr Kadirawel Iswara (centre) at the hospital reception lobby named after him. Also in the picture are Sri Lanka’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Mohan Pieris and former Chief of New York City’s Transit Police Joseph Fox, where Dr Iswara is currently a honorary Police Surgeon Source:Sundaytimes The Maimonides Medical Center (MMC), one of the leading hospitals in New York city, honoured a Sri Lankan physician. Dr. Kadirawel Iswara, by dedicating the Ambulatory Surgery Waiting Room in his name. The Medical Center commemorated 50 years of “generosity, service, and excellence in patient care, teaching, leadership, and civic service” in a tribute to Dr. Iswara, described as “a true luminary in the field of gastroenterology”. A recipient of the 2023 Distinguished Clinician Award in Private Practice from the American Gastroenterological Association, Dr Iswara was recognized for his outstanding contributions ...
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Nutrient-Rich Chickpea Flour Roti for a Healthy Breakfast – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients 2 cups of chickpea flour 1 cup of whole wheat flour (or atta) 3 tablespoons of olive oil (or vegetable oil) 1 teaspoon of salt 1 teaspoon of chili powder 2 tablespoons of skimmed milk or yogurt 1 tablespoon of finely chopped curry leaves 1 cup of water Instructions: In a mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, whole wheat flour, spices, and salt. Gradually add olive oil (or vegetable oil) and yogurt while kneading the mixture. Slowly incorporate water into the mixture, little by little, until you achieve a non-sticky dough. You can apply a bit of oil to your hands to help with kneading. Cover the dough with a clean cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes. Divide the dough into lime-sized balls and roll them into circular shapes using a rolling pin. Cook ...
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Harnessing the Healing Power of Exercise: A Shield Against Chronic Diseases – By Malsha – eLanka In today’s fast-paced world, the quest for optimal health and longevity is more vital than ever. Chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension are on the rise, taking a heavy toll on individuals and healthcare systems. However, amidst the chaos of modern life, a potent and natural solution remains at our fingertips: exercise. Exercise has long been heralded for its role in maintaining physical fitness and promoting weight loss. However, its real magic lies in its ability to ward off chronic diseases, serving as a shield against their onset and progression. In this article, we will explore the incredible power of exercise and how it can help prevent a wide range of chronic diseases. The Physiology of Exercise To understand the preventive nature of exercise, it is essential to delve into the physiological ...
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Dinusha Bandara to officiate WBBL matches *He will be considered as a fourth umpire in KFC Big Bash League this season Dinusha Bandara is the only member of STUP with Sri Lankan diaspora, who will officiate the ongoing Weber WBBL matches in this season. In a remarkable move, Cricket Australia, 8 out of 35 members of State and Territory Umpire Panels (STUP) for the 2023/24 season announced by Cricket Australia has a South Asian family heritage. Apart from Bandara, the four STUP members hails from India while three have Pakistan backgorund. Alongside Premier Cricket commitments, members of respective STUPs will be appointed to officiate in CA competitions including the Weber Women’s Big Bash League, Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL), Toyota Second XI, CA Underage National Championships and as Fourth Umpires in the KFC Big Bash League. Dinusha Bandara (Sri Lanka), Syed Humayun (Pakistan), Sharad Patel (India), Daval Bhatt (India), Harsimran ...
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Sri Lankan goodness at its best! Our Cheese Roti, Dhal , Spicy Chicken Curry, and Onion Salad – By Upali Obeyesekere Sri Lankan goodness at its best! Our Cheese Roti, Dhal , Spicy Chicken Curry, and Onion Salad are the heart and soul of Upali’s. Come, join the feast! ...
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All Blacks and Springboks likely finalists but Pumas and England will be no pushovers. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. (eLanka Sports editor) It was one of the best defensive exhibitions in Rugby as The All Blacks and Ireland engaged in a memorable quarter final that delivered what the best teams in the world can produce. The heart stopping World Cup quarter final lived up to all expectations as two of the world’s best, locked horns and gave Rugby fans what should have been a World Cup final. In a game where no quarter was given and none got, rugby fans were treated to a unrelenting battle that went down to the wire before the never to be written off All Blacks held on in a nerve wracking encounter by four points knocking out the world ranked number one team. Unlike in the past, where New Zealand always entered ...
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Maurice Coomarawel – the great cyclist will be remembered for ever!-by Anthony Symons Source:Archives CYCLING: It’s just over a month that former “Tour de Ceylon”, “Tour de Lanka” cycling legend Maurice Coomarawel passed away in Australia on July 22. Coomarawel was a top class cyclist, but what captured the hearts of all cycling fans was the fact that he was a fine gentleman cyclist. He will be remembered for ever. Maurice took to cycling in a big way in 1958. He studied at Arethusha College, Wellawatte and rode for Spartan Wheelers and for Winged Wheel Cycling Club, Colombo. He has won almost every cycling event organised by the Ceylon Cycling Association. ...
Maurice Coomaravel and Trevor de Silva put Sri Lanka’s cycling on map-By A C De Silva Trevor de Silva Maurice Coomaravel Source:Archives.sundayobserver CYCLING: Talk of cycling, I mean competition cycling in the past, two names that come to mind in a flash are those of Maurice Coomaravel and Trevor de Silva who stood the test of time to put Sri Lanka on the top rung. In 2008, the Sri Lanka government awarded National Sporting Honours to Sportsmen and Women who had brought credit to the country in the highest international sporting arena. Just two cyclists were included in this prestigious list (which also contained World Cup winning Cricket Team, our Olympic medalits etc). Their names are also in the unique sporting book: Sri Lanka Proud a tribute to Champions. These two great cyclists are the late Maurice Coomaravel and Trevor de Silva who now ...
