SriLankan Airlines flight diverted to Mattala

Enlightening Connections: How the First Global Buddhist Summit Aims to Strengthen Bonds

The upcoming Global Buddhist Summit in India signifies a monumental opportunity for South East Asian countries to foster stronger ties and address pressing global challenges collectively. As the world faces an ever-growing list of crises, from climate change to cultural degradation, the First-ever Global Buddhist Summit in Delhi, India on April 20-21 offers a unique platform for dialogue and action rooted in Buddhism?s universal values. Organized by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC

15 Apr, 2023

Technical fault forces 30 hour delay of SriLankan flight in Melbourne

A technical fault forced a 30 hour delay of a SriLankan Airlines flight in Melbourne, Australia. The departure of SriLankan Airlines flight UL 605 was delayed in Melbourne, Australia for 30 hours due to a mechanical failure, the airline had said. However, the airline had departed Melbourne following the delay and was due in Colombo tomorrow morning (Monday). It was reported that 06 engineers of SriLankan Airlines had left for Melbourne Airport to rectify the fault. The flight is scheduled to

16 Apr, 2023

Unawatuna comes alive as tourists celebrate Sinhala and Tamil New Year

By Easwaran Rutnam The Unawatuna beach came alive today as tourists flocked the area to celebrate the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. The Ministry of Tourism and the Tourism Promotion Authority hosted “New Year in Paradise 2023” at the Unawatuna beach. Sinhala and Tamil New Year traditions and cultural activities were during the event which was held under the guidance of Minister Manusha Nanayakkara. The event saw traditional New Year food being served and traditional New Year games played on th

15 Apr, 2023