September 22, 2024
Prabashini Deshabandu
Thai Pongal Day Message - PM
January 15, 2024'Thaipongal', which is a national festival showcasing the excellence of Hindu culture that inherits an agricultural economy, embodies the core values based on peace, unity, and compassion.
Thai Pongal Day Message - President
January 15, 2024Thai Pongal, a vibrant Hindu harvest festival celebrated by the Tamil Community worldwide, beckons us into a realm of joy and gratitude, signifying not only the bountiful harvest but also the promise of new beginnings. Embraced within the auspicious month of Thai (January) in the Tamil calendar, this celebration harmonizes with the Sun’s northward journey, marking the onset of the harvest season.
Today's weather Forecast
January 14, 2024A few showers may occur in Central, Uva and Eastern provinces.
During a meeting between President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Sri Lankan authorities and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday (11), the IMF congratulated the country on completing the first review under its program.
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