New Director General of Sports appointed Source:Dailymirror Dr. Shemal Fernando has been appointed as the new Director General of Sports, the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs announced.  He has been appointed by the Cabinet of Ministers on the recommendations of Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs Roshan Ranasinghe. Dr. Fernando’s appointment as the Director General of Sports is significant as he will be responsible for development and implementation of sports programs across the country, working closely with innumerable stakeholders.  The appointment of the most deserving professional to the chair demonstrates the government’s commitment towards promoting sports in Sri Lanka and investing in the country’s elite athletes.  ...

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eLanka Newsletter – 11th January 2023 – 4th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter “Tom T. Hall – Old Dogs, Children and Watermelon Wine” – By Des Kelly Desmond De Silva – A True Friend and a Gentleman – by Trevine Rodrigo (Melbourne – eLanka) Christian Medical College Vellore’s donation Northern Provincial Health Ministry India beats Sri Lanka by 91 runs; wins series 2-1 Dasun Shanaka inspires Sri Lanka leveller. But validity of Indian team selection under question – By TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE https://www.elanka.com.au/health-views-january-2nd-issue-by-dr-harold-gunatillake/ The dam that nurtures Uda Walawe – By MAHIL WIJESINGHE Exploring the Benefits and Challenges of Renewable Energy Technologies – By Bhanuka – eLanka India complete Sri Lanka humiliation with little effort – By TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE MADANI MALWATHTHAGE NOBLE ERUDITE ACTRESS, IN ALL MEDIA AT PINNACLE OF CELEBRITY IN A SPARKLING ...

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Humble worker in Lord’s vineyard-By Rear Admiral Dr. Shemal Fernando PhD Source:Sundayobserver Benedict XVI canonised forty-five faithful On October 7, 2012, Benedict named the 34th and 35th individuals as Doctors of the Church. As pontiff, Benedict XVI conducted numerous Apostolic journeys across the world, travelling extensively during his first three years of papacy Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI has returned to the Father’s House. The simple and solemn but sober funeral of Benedict XVI took place on January 5. Pope Benedict XVI was the head of the Catholic Church from April 19, 2005 until his resignation on February 28, 2013. His decision to resign as the 265th Chief Shepherd of the Roman Catholic Church pervaded a captivating arrangement. Two popes, past and present, traditionalist and reformist, both cloaked in white robes and invested with moral authority, coexisted on the same minuscule gardens. ...

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eLanka Newsletter – 4th Oct – 1st edition – Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter A tribute to Peter Randolph Peiris – by Lawrence Machado “COUNTRY – COPS” – By Des Kelly A Redemption Narrative ft. Max Jeganathan “PETERITES AROUND THE WORLD” – Appointment of Desmond Kelly, an old Peterite, as Administrator on the Forum Dr Harold Gunatillake’s impromptu Speech at his 90th B’day celebrations – Brought to you by eLanka Nine Arch Bridge – spectacular architectural marvel in Ella – By Arundathie Abeysinghe Health & Views – October 1st Issue – by Harold Gunatillake “A TEA-PLUCKING PRODIGY” – By Des Kelly SRI LANKA NEWS – SEPTEMBER 2020 – By Victor Meldor Thorathuru First Edition with New additions Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo Ceylon then-Sri Lanka now-a Void so Wide – by Oscar E V Fernando Silverscene – Official Newsletter ...

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