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Faxian Charity Project launched in Anuradhapura (Pics)

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A programme to distribute dry rations under the Faxian Charity Project was organised by the Buddhist Association of China at the Abhayagiri Temple in Anuradhapura yesterday (27).

The event was held under the auspice of Atamasthanadipathi Ven. Poojya Pallegama Hemarathana Thera and Abhayagiri Viharadhikari Ven. Dr. Kallanchiye Rathanasiri Thera. It was attended  by the members of Maha Sangha, Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena, Charge d’affaires at the Chinese Embassy Hu Wei, officials of the Embassy and the Chinese Buddhist Association.

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Italian Naval Ship ANTONIO MARCEGLIA departs (Pics)

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The Italian Naval Ship ANTONIO MARCEGLIA which arrived in Sri Lanka on February 5th for replenishment, departed the island yesterday.

The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ship at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions.

Upon leaving, ANTONIO MARCEGLIA engaged in a successful Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with SLNS Sayura.

Meanwhile, the Commanding Officer of the ship, Commander Alberto Bartolomeo called on the Commander Western Naval Area, Rear Admiral Chandima Silva at Western Naval Command Headquarters.

In addition, crew members of ANTONIO MARCEGLIA took time off to visit some tourist attractions in Colombo and Galle.

(navy.lk)

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Sri Lanka celebrates 77th National Independence Day (Pics)

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Sri Lanka celebrates the 77th National Independence Day today (Feb. 04).

The 77th National Independence Day celebration under the theme ‘Rallying for National Renaissance’ was held today at Independence Square in Colombo under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

This year, the government had announced several measures aimed at cutting costs while ensuring greater public participation.

Accordingly, only 1,873 Tri-Forces military personnel participated in the Independence Day celebrations in comparison to 3,384 who participated last year, reduced by 1,511 soldiers.

The Government had also decided not to use armoured vehicles of the Tri-Forces for this year.

Only 03 aircraft belonging to the Air Force were used this year, in contrast to the 19 aircraft used last year.

While the national flag is to be hoisted at state institutions from February 01 to 07, the Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government Ministry had decided to scrap electric light decorations at the institutions.

The Prisons Department stated that 285 prisoners will be released today to mark the 77th Independence Day under a special state pardon. Today will be an open day at the prisons for relatives to visit the inmates.

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Gangaramaya Temple facilitates religious activities during Chinese New Year (Pics)

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Special measures are in place at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo these days to mark the Chinese New Year.

Accordingly, since Jan. 28 until Feb 12, from 06.30 am – 11.00am and from 03.30pm – 10.30pm, the temple welcomes Chinese nationals in the country to make offerings and seek
religious blessings during the festive season.

Flowers, lights, candles, oil, fresh fruits can be offered to Lord Buddha according to Chinese traditional customs while dry rations and alms can be offered to the venerable monks.

(Pics : Shanika Jayasekara)

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