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Pasadena High School senior believed to be first Sri Lankan American D1 Quarterback

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3 years ago

2023/03/18

PASADENA, Calif. (KABC) —Indiana Wijay is a senior at Pasadena High School.With graduation around the corner, he’ll be off to college to take on a new challenge. He’ll be a quarterback on the University of Houston’s football team.He’s believed to be the first Sri Lankan American Division 1 quarterback.

“It’s very exciting, representing a community that doesn’t get enough recognition and I just feel like I’m very grateful and proud to be a part of that community,” Wijay said,

Wijay says his team has become his family and his coach says he’s stepped up to the plate to be a leader.

“A lot of them play football just because they like it. A lot of them play football because they love it, so you know it feels real good to see these guys go to the next level, knowing that I coached them, so I can watch them a little bit on TV now, ‘Hey I coached him,’ and just see them follow their dream,” said Dejuan Shamburger, head football coach at Pasadena High School.

Wijay says the University of Houston has a special place in his heart.His parents met there when they were both D1 athletes.

Wijay and his sister grew up playing sports. His sister currently plays volleyball and has committed to Texas A&M University.He says leaving is hard, but he’s grateful that the Pasadena community has embraced him.

“One of my favourite moments is definitely playing in the Rose Bowl and the known rivalry against Muir, its such a surreal moment having the entire Pasadena community support both teams with endless love,” Wijay said.Wijay plans to major in business and follow in his dad’s footsteps, as he heads off to Texas in the summer. Source – abc7.com

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Pakistan High Commissioner pays courtsey call on PM

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20 hours ago

2026/05/2

Priyan

High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Sri Lanka Major General (Retd) Nayyar Naseer met with the Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at Temple Trees on 30th April

Welcoming the High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Sri Lanka, the Prime Minister expressed sincere appreciation for the continued support and cooperation extended by the Government of Pakistan to Sri Lanka, particularly the assistance provided following the Ditwah Cyclone.

Both sides reaffirmed the longstanding and cordial relations between Sri Lanka and Pakistan, which are founded on mutual respect, friendship, and shared interests.

The meeting also focused on the importance of further strengthening collaboration in key sectors such as education, tourism, and sports, with a view to enhancing people-to-people ties and creating new opportunities for cooperation reiterating Sri Lanka’s commitment to deepening bilateral engagement.

The meeting was attended by the Deputy High Commissioner of Pakistan to Sri Lanka Ms. Zunaira Latif, Secretary to the Prime Minister, Pradeep Saputhanthri, Additional Secretary Ms. Sagarika Bogahawatta, and officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism.

(Prime Minister’s Media Division)

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Ambassador of Nepal to Sri Lanka pays farewll call on PM

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20 hours ago

2026/05/2

Priyan

The Ambassador of Nepal to SriLanka, Dr. Purna Bahadurn Nepali paid a farewell courtesy call on Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on Thursday (30th of April) at Temple Trees.

During the meeting, the Prime Minister conveyed sincere appreciation for the dedicated service and valuable contributions towards strengthening the longstanding bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and Nepal during the tenure of Dr. Purna Bahadurn Nepali.

Both parties reaffirmed the longstanding bilateral relations between the two countries, which are based on shared cultural, religious, and historical linkages. The Prime Minister also reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s commitment to further deepening bilateral relations with Nepal and enhancing cooperation for the mutual benefit of both nations.

The meeting was attended by the Secretary to the Prime Minister, Pradeep Saputhanthri, Additional Secretary Ms. Sagarika Bogahawatta, and officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism.

(Prime Minister’s Media Division)

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Heat Index at Caution Level in the Northern, North-central, Eastern, Sabaragamuwa, North-western provinces and in Monaragala district during the day time

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20 hours ago

2026/05/2

Priyan

Warm Weather Advisory
Issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre
Issued at 3.30 p.m. on 01 May 2026, valid for 02 May 2026.

The Heat index, the temperature felt on human body is likely to increase up to ‘Caution level’ at some places in the Northern, North-central, Eastern, Sabaragamuwa, North-western provinces and in Monaragala district during the day time.

The Heat Index Forecast is calculated by using relative humidity and maximum temperature and this is the condition that is felt on your body. This is not the forecast of maximum temperature. It is generated by the Department of Meteorology for the next day period and prepared by using global numerical weather prediction model data.

Effect of the heat index on the human body is mentioned in the above table and it is prepared on the advice of the Ministry of Health and Indigenous Medical Services.

ACTION REQUIRED
Job sites: Stay hydrated and takes breaks in the shade as often as possible.
Indoors: Check up on the elderly and the sick.
Vehicles: Never leave children unattended.
Outdoors: Limit strenuous outdoor activities, find shade and stay hydrated.
Dress: Wear lightweight and white or light-colored clothing.

Note:
In addition, please refer to advisories issued by the Disaster Preparedness & Response Division, Ministry of Health in this regard as well. For further clarifications please contact 011-7446491.