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India’s Rich Buddhist Heritage Exhibition reaches Uva Province (Pics)

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The 9th edition of the India’s Rich Buddhist Heritage Exhibition, organized by the High Commission of India in Colombo was held at Dematamal Viharaya in Okkampitiya on the occasion of Vap Full Moon Poya Day. 

The exhibition was inaugurated by Ven. Galtemwatte Pugnananda Thero and the Indian Consul General of Hambantota, Mr. Harvinder Singh.
The exhibition showcased India’s Rich Buddhist heritage through a series of photographs depicting significant episodes from the life of the Buddha and important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in India.

The India’s Rich Buddhist Heritage Exhibition series, initiated by the High Commission, has been held at various significant Buddhist places of worship across the country during each Poya day. It began at the Kalutara Bodhi premises on Navam Poya day and has since travelled to several temples, including:

Each edition has garnered a tremendous response, with devotees expressing their appreciation for the spiritual and cultural significance of the exhibitions. The initiative continues to highlight the deep cultural connection and shared heritage between India and Sri Lanka, reinforcing our joint efforts to strengthen people-to-people ties and foster our age-old bonds of friendship and cooperation.

Navam Poya Day – Kalutara Bodhi premises (Kalutara)

Madin Poya Day – Sri Sambodhi Maha Vihara Temple (Colombo)

Bak Poya Day – Parama Dhamma Chethiya Pirivena (Ratmalana)

Vesak Poya Day – Dharmaraja Pirevna (Matale)

Poson Poya Day – Umandawa Global Buddhist Village (Kurunegala)

Esala Poya Day – Muthiyangana Rajamaha Viharaya (Badulla)

Nikini Poya Day – Asgiriya Maha Viharaya Pirivena (Kandy)

Binara Poya Day – Wewurukannala Buduraja Maha Viharaya (Dikwella)

Vap Poya Day – Dematamal Viharaya in Okkampitiya  (Colombo)

Vap Poya Day – Dematamal Viharaya in Okkampitiya  (Colombo)

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SLIMFA Media Fest inaugurated (Pics)

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Acting High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka – Dr. Satyanjal Pandey, and Minister of Mass Media and Health – Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, jointly inaugurated the first-ever Media Fest organized by the Sri Lanka-India Media Friendship Association (SLIMFA) today at Taj Samudra, Colombo.

Under the theme ‘Navigating the New Media Landscape Together,’ the two-day Media Fest from 25-26 April 2025 will explore contemporary media trends and innovations. Key focus areas include AI in journalism, mobile journalism, media monetisation, data journalism, disinformation and fact-checking, content creation and audio journalism. As the first-of-its-kind in Sri Lanka, it will feature keynotes, panel discussions, breakout sessions and networking opportunities.

The event provides a unique platform for professional development and for fostering collaboration between media professionals from India and Sri Lanka. Experts from India including Ms. Palki Sharma, Managing Editor at Firstpost; Mr. Siddhant Sibal, Assistant Foreign Affairs Editor at WION;Mr. Shailesh Shekhar, Chief Synergy Officer at India Todayand Mr. L.V. Krishnan, CEO of TAM Media Research in collaboration with experts from Sri Lanka will exchange and discuss best practices with the registered participants from the media and business community locally.

SLIMFA, inaugurated in May 2024, under the patronage of the High Commission of India, Colombo is aimed at strengthening media ties between the two countries. Since its inception, the Association has conducted multiple initiatives, including panel discussions and roundtables, focusing on key media-related topics. It is a significant initiative to further bolster the people-to-people connection between the two civilisational twins.

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President makes sudden visit to Kandy (Pics)

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President Anura Kumara Disanayake last night (April 24) conducted an inspection tour of Kandy city to inspect the “Siri Dalada Wandanawa” and the related issues that have emerged.

The President held an urgent meeting with relevant officials to address issues related to the provision of facilities and sanitation for devotees visiting the “Siri Dalada Wandanawa”.

Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation Minister K.D. Lalkantha, Diyawadana Nilame of the Sri Dalada Maligawa Nilanga Dela Bandara, Acting Inspector General of Police Priyantha Weerasuriya, Army Commander Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo, Governor of the Central Province Prof. Sarath Abeykoon, Kandy District Secretary Indika Udawatte and others participated in this meeting.

(President’s Media Division)

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President offers condolences at Vatican Embassy (Pics)

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President Anura Kumara Disanayake paid a visit to the Vatican Embassy this afternoon (24) to extend his condolences on the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis.

Upon his arrival, the President was warmly received by Most Reverend Archbishop Brian N. Udaigwe, the Apostolic Nuncio of the Vatican to Sri Lanka.

Following a brief discussion with Archbishop Udaigwe, President Disanayake signed the book of condolence, conveying, on behalf of the Government and the people of Sri Lanka, heartfelt sympathies to the global Christian community on the demise of His Holiness Pope Francis.

(President’s Media Division)

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