The year was 1977, the venue The International Film Festival in Delhi, India. Sri Lanka’s entry in the competition was Amaranath Jayathilake’s Siripala and Ranmenika. Playing the title role of the outlaw’s wife was Malini Fonseka, looking every inch...
The Indian Ocean Geoid Low (IOGL) is a fascinating and complex phenomenon in the field of geophysics, representing the largest gravity anomaly on Earth. Discovered in 1948 by Dutch geophysicist Felix Andries Vening Meinesz, this "gravity hole" continues to...
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, NORBU AI emerges as a pioneering tool designed to enhance the understanding and practice of Buddhism. Named "Neural Operator for Responsible Buddhist Understanding," NORBU serves as an interactive chatbot that connects users to...
Dual-flush toilets have become a staple in modern bathroom design, offering an efficient solution to water conservation. The idea was first conceptualized by American industrial designer Victor Papanek, who discussed it in his 1976 book "Design For The Real...
A Presidential pardon was granted to Diyunuge Edward Henry Pedris, who was unjustly executed on July 7, 1915 following a wrongful trial by a Court Martial set up by the Governor of Ceylon on 25th June 1915.
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pravesha.lk - In a move aimed at modernizing its ticketing process and enhancing passenger convenience, Sri Lanka Railways has officially launched its new e-ticket platform. This cutting-edge system allows commuters to purchase tickets online, eliminating the need for long...
Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) has introduced a new luxury bus service designed to offer a premium travel experience for both passengers and airport visitors. This initiative was launched in collaboration with the Ministry of Transport and Highways as part...
Legend of the Southern Philanthropist and Entrepreneur - C.A Harischandra
"When I first started work, Sir summoned me to him, gave me some money and said, give this hundred rupees to Madam. On the way to the house, I...
Meet the ‘Double Sunrise’ flight, the record-holder for the longest commercial flight in history! 😳 Back in 1943, this epic journey connected Perth, Australia, and Sri Lanka (known as Ceylon at the time). It served as an important route...
Colombo, 08 July 2024 – The excitement is palpable in Sri Lanka as the nation prepares to cheer on its Olympic athletes at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France. Sri Lanka has proudly qualified six athletes for the...
