O/L aesthetic subject practicals from August 02

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2 years ago

July 12, 2023

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The Department of Examinations has announced the dates for the practical tests of aesthetic subjects of the 2022 G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination.

Accordingly, the practical exams for Music, Dancing and Drama and Theatre will be held from August 02 to August 12, 2023, Exams Commissioner General Amith Jayasundara said.

However, the listening test for Western Music is scheduled to be held on August 06 (Sunday), according to Mr. Jayasundara.

The relevant practical tests will be carried out based on the evaluation methods used in previous years, the Examinations Dept. said.

The department mentioned that the admission cards of school and private applicants sitting for the practical tests would be delivered by post in the near future.

The applicants are advised to contact 1911 – hotline of the Examinations Department or the contact numbers 011 2 784208, 011 2 784537 or 011 2 786616 for any further inquiries.

8,742 Vesak Dansals registered islandwide

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May 12, 2025

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The Public Health Inspectors (PHI)’s Union states that a total of 8,742 Dansals have been registered islandwide, in line with Vesak celebrations this year.

According to the PHI’s Union chairman – Upul Rohana, the highest number of ‘Dansal’ is registered in the Western Province, particularly in the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) area.

The union has also urged organiser to reduce the use of polythene and plastic during food distribution efforts.

Financial assistance from President’s Fund for Gerandi Ella bus accident victims

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May 12, 2025

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A sum of Rs. 1 million from the President’s Fund will be granted for each individual who lost their life in the Kotmale bus accident, the President’s Media Division states.

President Anura Kumara Disanayake has directed that a sum of Rs. 1 million be granted from the President’s Fund to each individual who lost their life in the tragic bus accident that occurred early this morning (11) in the Garadiella area, Kotmale.

Accordingly, arrangements have been made to promptly disburse these funds to the next of kin of the deceased through the President’s Fund.

In addition to this assistance, compensation will also be provided to the affected families through the Sri Lanka Transport Board and relevant insurance schemes.

Meanwhile, authorities continue to investigate the cause of the accident, which has claimed 22 lives so far.

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Maxwell gets 5-yr. ban

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May 12, 2025

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Former Secretary of the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOCSL) Maxwell de Silva was handed a five-year ban, sources revealed.

Earlier, De Silva was suspended by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Ministry of Sports due to various irregularities committed by him over several years.

Accordingly, the NOCSL Executive Committee decided to hand down a five-year ban on De Silva, considering the recommendations made by the NOCSL Ethics Committee, NOCSL President Suresh Subramaniam told the Daily Mirror.

Subramaniam further stated that the penalty on De Silva has already been communicated in writing to the IOC.

Accordingly, the former secretary, who has been banned for five years, is now completely prohibited from representing the NOCSL at any foreign event or international conference.

(dailymirror.lk)

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