Siddhalepa Celebrates Togetherness and Team Spirit at their Annual Cricket Tournament! Colombo, November 30th, 2023 – Siddhalepa, the venerable Sri Lankan heritage brand, hosted the annual Sahassrabisheka Waidyashuri Deshabandu Ayur. Dr. Victor Hettigoda (LittD) Memorial Cricket Tournament on November 19, 2023, at S. Thomas’ College Ground in Mt. Lavinia. More than just a cricket tournament, the event aims to foster connections, well-being, and teamwork among employees, celebrating the unique togetherness that defines Siddhalepa. As a brand with roots dating back to 1934, Siddhalepa takes pride in nurturing the health and happiness of its employees. The tournament is a testament to the company’s commitment to going beyond the workplace and building a strong sense of community among its team members. Asoka Hettigoda, Chairman of the Hettigoda Group stated: “We are investing not just in a game, but in the well-being and team spirit of our employees. This event is a testament ...
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Sivaram Swami. Spirit of Christmas – Introduction by Joe Paiva A divergent, thought provoking perspective to the Spirit of Christmas. The commercial perspective of promoting excessive indulgence and the true meaning of Christmas. Christmas is a celebration, a time for giving and not simply a day we exchange gifts. The spirit of Christmas is in the ‘togetherness’, it’s in the thought to which you put into thinking about others, it’s a selfless time, where we forgive, take stock of what’s important and become ‘better’ versions of ourselves. Baby Jesus was born in a spartan stable on a cold winter night. Wrapped in swaddling cloths in the same way newborn lambs destined for sacrifice in the Holy Temple were wrapped at birth. ” Christmas is a time for sharing with all the ones you love. Celebrating life in a peaceful atmosphere. A very special time, especially for children once a year. The magic of Christmas. ...
The Boast of Multi-Culturalism – Is it Reality or Fallacy? – By Noor Rahim Presently there is a boast & toast among a few of the leading Western Countries that appear to be falling over each other in their boast of a truly Multi-Cultural Society aka Multi Ethnic Society. But if one should really trace the advent of Multi-Culturalism one would be amazed at the fact that this concept was rampant way back from the days of yore; and though not the boast of a Nation but were subtly enmeshed in a Nations social fabric without any rant or rave. Strangely enough this was the accepted norm in the 3rd World – so to say. So one must wonder; if the present day boast of a Multi-Cultural Society is more of a Political Boast to garner Political “Clout”; with the Immigrant populace or for reasons otherwise. If one only reminisces ...
Patriotism ,Unity ,Togetherness – by Noor Rahim ...
Unity or Togetherness – Yours to Ponder! – by Noor Rahim Unity and Togetherness are two words so synonymous; but a deeper inspection reveals that there is a great difference in human and worldly values that are attached to it. Unity, as defined in the Webster’s dictionary, means to bring or come together in a common cause or action. Togetherness as defined in the Webster’s dictionary, is the spending of much time together, as by family members, which results in a more unified relationship. The word “Unity” is indeed a universally common and widely used word in all circles – be it Family Circles; Religious Congregations; Clubs, Associations or Unions; and among friends. The concept of Unity among human beings can go on and on; in a never ending list. But the most important use of this word is in Political rhetoric. Unity can also be a “soured”, maligned ...
