Danushka Gunathilaka returns Source : dailymirror Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka who was found not guilty by a Sydney Court on a sexual assault case in Australia, arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) last night. He said that he will soon engage in the necessary training to play cricket in Sri Lanka again. Pix by T.K.G. Kapila ...

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The commercial capital and largest city of Sri Lanka ” Colombo ” – By Malsha – eLanka Colombo is the commercial capital and largest city of Sri Lanka, located on the west coast of the island. It has a population of over 750,000 people and is the center of economic and political activity in the country. Colombo is a bustling city with a mix of modern and colonial architecture, and is known for its vibrant street markets, historic temples and mosques, and scenic oceanfront promenade. It is also home to many government institutions, educational institutions, and cultural attractions such as the National Museum and the Viharamahadevi Park. The city’s international airport, Bandaranaike International Airport, is located approximately 35 kilometers north of the city center. History of colombo The history of Colombo dates back to ancient times. The city was a trading port and a center of commerce for many centuries, ...

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Providing horizontal and sustainable luxury   Source:Island The Tamarind Tree Resort Hotel is set amongst stunning acres of lush gardens and is ideally positioned with soul enriching nature, blissful bedrooms and authentic Sri Lankan Food and international cuisines The distance from the metropolis of Colombo to Tamarind Tree Garden Resort, which is near the Bandaranaike International Airport, is only 30 minutes. Travellers looking for a quiet retreat before or after a long flight will find it perfect here. Due to its close proximity to numerous historical sites and natural reserves, the resort’s location is also ideal for those who want to experience the city’s cultural and natural attractions. ...

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GR RETURNS TO SRI LANKA – By JAMILA HUSAIN Image Source : hwnews Source : dailymirror Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa returned to Sri Lanka a short while ago on board a Singapore Airlines flight after fleeing the country in July, the Daily Mirror learns.  Rajapaksa arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport a short while ago amidst a heavy security presence.  Rajapaksa will be living in a state bungalow close to Wijerama Mawatha in Colombo while a large security contingency will be appointed to maintain security in the area.  Several ministers arrived at the BIA to welcome the former President. Rajapaksa resigned from the Presidency in July amidst mass scale protests calling for his resignation as Sri Lanka was plunged into one of its worst ever economic crisis.  He fled to the Maldives on board an airforce aircraft and then entered Singapore on a medical visa, which was extended twice.  As the Singapore ...

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Tribute to Icon thespian actor Wijeya Nandasiri on his sixth death anniversary – by Sunil Thenabadu Photo Source : newsfirst It is  six years ago the veteran cherished Icon thespian actor Wijeya Nandasiri who gave life to many a character to stage, small screen and films breathed his last on the way to the Kalubowila Teaching hospital from his residence at Kalapura,Templars road Mt Lavinia on the morning of the 08th August  2016,following a heart attack at the age of 72 years. Thus, Wijeya Nandasiri the celebrated thespian actor in performing arts had his final curtain call after providing ample of smiles, joy and laughter to audiences dominating and conquering the stage and the silver screen for over five decades.Vijaya Nandasiri Wijeya Nandasiri was born on 06th May 1944 to a humble family in Maharagama had received his primary and secondary education at the Vidyakara Vidyalaya in Maharagama. He had become ...

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Queen’s baton reaches Sri Lanka By Chathura Ranasinghe Source:-www.nation.lk The ‘Birmingham 2022’ Queen’s Baton Relay reached Sri Lanka yesterday (3) at the Bandaranaike International Airport. The Queen’s Baton reached Sri Lanka from the Maldives and will move to key sites in the country on 4 and 5 January (today and tomorrow) before heading off to Bangladesh. Yesterday, a special reception was held at the UK High Commission in Colombo with the participation of the National Olympic Committee’s newly-elected President Suresh Subramaniam. The Queen’s Baton was welcomed by Sarah Hulton, British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Subramaniam, and some leading Sri Lankan athletes. The 16th official Queen’s Baton Relay is an epic journey across the Commonwealth, with the Queen’s Baton visiting all 72 commonwealth nations and territories reaching Europe, Africa, Asia, Oceania, the Caribbean, and the Americas. The global journey of the Baton will conclude at the Birmingham 2022 Opening Ceremony where the final Baton-bearer ...

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BIA new Apron, Taxiways opens Source:Dailynews The new Apron area and taxiways at Bandaranaike International Airport, under the Package B, was declared open for airlines this morning at the BIA with the participation of Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, The Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka, Mizukoshi Hideaki – Tourism Minister Prasanna Ranatunga, Minister of Youth & Sports and State Minister of Digital Technology and Entrepreneur Development Namal Rajapaksa, State Minister of Aviation and Development of Export Zones D. V. Chanaka together with Maj General (Rtd.) G.A. Chandrasiri, Chairman of Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited, and other dignitaries. The project is in accordance with the vision of His Excellency Gotabaya Rajapaksa under the policy initiative ‘Vistas of Prosperity and Splendour’ built as part of the project to expand BIA with the objective of making Sri Lanka one of the most important aviation hubs in Asia. ...

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eLanka Newsletter – 20 Jan 2021 – 6th edition – Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter   Sri Lanka Tourism Safety Protocols “CRICKETERS PERSONIFIED” – by Des Kelly Cricket – Watch Highlights – 1st Test – Sri Lanka vs England Test Series 2021 Interesting talk by Sri Lankan – An unorthodox life: Asha de Vos Personal contacts with top Burgher cops and other Public Servants of 50-years ago – by Senior DIG (Rtd.) Edward Gunawardene Taylors Tea Garden – by Ajit MuttuCumaraswamy Oman – The Oldest Independent State In The Arab World – by Dharmasiri Ehelepola Sarachchandra Open Air Theatre – spectacular amphitheatre By Arundathie Abeysinghe Silver Fawn Club – January/February 2021 Newsletter SCeylon Car Show 1955 Tamil Songs – Dingiri Dingale meenakshi Dingiri dinkale – ANBU ENGE 1958 Bambalapitiya Flatters and Friends 2011 Get-together Melbourne Australia Dré Diesel ...

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  Australian travel and tour operators arrive on 10-day familiarisation visit Source: Daily Mirror Australian travel and tour operators at Bandaranaike International Airport welcomed by SLTPB Tourist Information Centre officers including SLTPB Assistant Director Chami Lanka Gasnawage and SLTPB officer-in-charge of Australian market  At Sigiriya A team of 18 Australian travel and tour operators arrived in Sri Lanka on a 10-day familiarisation tour hosted by the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB). Tourist arrivals from Australia have shown a steady increase in recent months and it is envisioned that the familiarisation tour would capitalise on this wave of interest. Over 4000 tourists had arrived from Australia to Sri Lanka, mostly by air, during June this year.  The tour operators prior to the familiarisation tour had cited that tourists from Australia were particularly interested in the cultural triangle, beaches down south and exploring both Kandy and Nuwara Eliya.  This customised tour will ...

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