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Celebrating Ramadan in Sri Lanka-Kalani-eLanka As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, Muslims around the world are preparing to embark on a journey of spiritual reflection, self-discipline, and communal solidarity. In Sri Lanka, where diversity is deeply ingrained in the fabric of society, Ramadan holds a special significance, fostering unity and understanding among people of different backgrounds. Scheduled to commence on April 11th, Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection. For the Muslim community in Sri Lanka, Ramadan represents a time of heightened spirituality and devotion, marked by acts of charity, selflessness, and compassion. One of the key pillars of Ramadan is fasting from dawn until sunset, during which Muslims abstain from food, drink, and other physical needs as an act of obedience to Allah (God) and as a means of purifying the soul. Through ...

Daunting task for government amid sliding economy By Sunil Thenabadu The landslide resounding victory of the SLPP sweeping aside all opposing political parties in year 2020 like a “tsunami” would never have been even in the wildest dreams of any staunch supporter of the party. However the top-notch politicians prior to the postponed election knew well the pathetic situation our economy was in, was aware of a daunting task for any new government. Although the victory at the polls was a cake walk, astounding music to the ‘SLPP”, the new government which is burdened with an enormous intimidating state of affairs to place the system on track in the midst of a global recession and rising job losses. With negative growth predictions, no budget for the entire 2020, with negligible taxes figures with another hurdle is the climbing of tax issues in year 2021. So far, figures indicate at least half a million workers – directly and indirectly – have lost their jobs largely in ...