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Chethana Joshi Tiwari crowned Mrs India 2023 in Colombo
Mrs. India Inc in collaboration with hospitality partner – Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, hair and make-up partner – Ramani Fernando Salons, exclusive local producer – Jigsav and agency of record – Cyaniq Consulting & Advisory on Thursday hosted the grand finale of the 4th edition of Mrs. India at the Nelum Pokuna Theatre with the participation of 72 contestants from various parts of India vying for the glamorous title.
The panel of judges included Bollywood stars Malaika Arora, Dino Morea, Shanthakumaran Sreesanth, Cherag Bambbot and Bhawna Rao. South Asia’s pop sensation – Yohani graced the stage with a special performance, draped in a signature outfit by Lovi Sarong, captivating the audience and celebrating beauty, grace and diversity. The event was produced locally by creative producer and entertainment executive – Dilanjan Seneviratne in partnership with the franchise owner – Mohini Sharma, the National Director of Mrs. India Inc.
“This year’s edition of Mrs. India is truly a special one for us and a milestone of our extraordinary journey. We have successfully taken our pageant to the international stage here in Sri Lanka, showcasing the talent, cultural diversity and beauty of women from all around India. I’m thrilled for the winners of this year’s event and want to extend my warm congratulations to each and every one of the contestants and finalists. I also have to extend my sincerest thanks to the event partners and everyone else who supported us in making this vision a reality. Last but not least, we are all thoroughly impressed by the brand of hospitality Sri Lanka has extended, and we are confident our paths will inevitably intertwine in the near future,” commented Mohini Sharma, National Director – Mrs. India Inc.
The grand finale witnessed the crowning of Chethana Joshi Tiwari as Mrs. India for the year 2023 and also saw the crowning of Disha Shetty, Sohini Rohra, Nikita Satya and Roohi Marjara as first, second, third and fourth runner-ups respectively. The winners will have the prestigious opportunity to represent India at the global pageants later in the year.
“It’s been the realization of a long-held vision to contribute towards hosting an event of this scale and nature in Sri Lanka. I fully believe that Sri Lanka is a prime destination to hold international events, and this is just the start of what I’m sure we will achieve in this industry going forward. I had the privilege of working with a truly capable team and received the support of many individuals and brands on this journey. I’m thankful to everyone who helped us bring this event to Sri Lanka including Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts, Lovi Sarong, Certis, Cyaniq, and my team at Jigsav for producing the event,” commented Dilanjan Seneviratne, Creative Director & Entertainment Executive – Jigsav.
The event saw 72 contestants vying for the title alongside the musical performance from Yohani and captivating dance performances by Aseka Wijewardena and her troupe of highly capable dancers showcasing the cultural identity of Sri Lanka to the distinguished audience in attendance.The evening concluded an after-hours celebration of the event at the Cinnamon Grand with the participation of the glamorous audience, jury and attendees.
A commemorative service was held in memory of Rasaiah Parthipan commonly known by the nom de guerre ‘Thileepan’ in Nallur Jaffna this morning (26).
Parthipan a revolutionary member of the LTTE and a student of the University of Jaffna, commenced a hunger strike on 15th September 1987 untill his death on 26th September 1987. He was 23 years old at the time of his demise.
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Landslide Early Warnings issued to the districts of Colombo, Galle, Gampaha, Hambanthota, Kalutara, Kandy, Kegalle, Kurunegala, Matara, Nuwara Eliya and Ratnapura
The National Building Research Institute has issued landslide early warnings to the districts of Colombo, Galle, Gampaha, Hambanthota, Kalutara, Kandy, Kegalle, Kurunegala, Matara, Nuwara Eliya and Ratnapura from 16:00 hrs on 25.09.2026 To 16:00 hrs on 26.09.2026
Accordingly,
LEVEL III [RED] landslide early warnings have been issued to the Divisional Secretaries Divisions and surrounding areas of Neluwa, Nagoda, Niyagama and Thawalama inthe Galle district, Ganga Ihala Korale, Udapalatha, Doluwa and Pasbage Korale in the Kandy district, and Kothmale West, Ambagamuwa, Kotmale East and Norwood in the Nuwara Eliya district.
LEVEL II [AMBER] landslide early warnings have been issued to the Divisional Secretaries Divisions and surrounding areas of Elpitiya, Baddegama and Karandeniya in the Galle district, Walallawita in the Kalutara district, Deltota, Udunuwara, Gangawata Korale, Yatinuwara and Panvila in the Kandy district, Aranayake, Dehiowita, Mawanella, Deraniyagala and Yatiyanthota in the Kegalle district, Thalawakelle in the Nuwara Eliya district and Ratnapura and Pelmadulla in the Ratnapura district.
LEVEL I [YELLOW] landslide early warnings have been issued to the Divisional Secretaries Divisions and surrounding areas of Seethawaka and Padukka in the Colombo district, Attanagalla and Mirigama in the Gampaha district, Katuwana and Walasmulla in the Hambanthota district, Ingiriya and Bulathsinhala in the Kalutara district, Hatharaliyadda, Poojapitiya, Medadumbara, Kundasale, Ududumbara, Thumpane, Akurana, Pathadumbara, Harispattuwa and Pathahewaheta in the Kandy district, Warakapola, Bulathkohupitiya, Galigamuwa, Kegalle and Ruwanwella in the Kegalle district, Mallawapitiya, Alawwa, Polgahawela and Mawathagama in the Kegalle district, Pitabeddara, Kotapola and Pasgoda in the Matara district, Nuwara Eliya in the Nuwara Eliya district and Elapatha, Ayagama, Nivithigala, Kuruwita and Kalawana in the Ratnapura district
Parliament yesterday passed the Twenty-Second Amendment to the Constitution Bill and the Judicature (Amendment) Bill with two-thirds majorities, with 158 MPs voting in favour and 63 against each Bill.
The Illankai Tamil Arasu Kadchi (ITAK) and Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) voted with the SJB against the Bills.
NDF MPs Ravi Karunanayake and Faizer Musthapha and SJB Badulla District MP Nayana Wasalathilaka were not present when the votes were taken.
The final vote on the Judicature (Amendment) Bill was announced at around 8.08 p.m. after Opposition MPs called for divisions on its clauses during the Committee Stage.
The votes followed a two-day debate which commenced on Thursday (24), after Justice and National Integration Minister Harshana Nanayakkara presented the Bills for their Second Reading.
The Supreme Court’s determination on the Bills was presented to Parliament on Tuesday (22) by Speaker Dr Jagath Wickramaratne. The Court determined that the 22nd Amendment Bill did not require approval at a referendum and could be passed by a special two-thirds majority in Parliament.
The amendment provides for raising the mandatory retirement age of Supreme Court judges from 65 to 67 and that of Court of Appeal judges from 63 to 65. It also provides for the Chief Justice to retire at 67 or after completing six years in office, whichever comes earlier.
The Speaker informed Parliament that the Judicature (Amendment) Bill could be passed by a simple majority.
The SJB opposed the legislation and its MPs attended Parliament dressed in black yesterday. The party also staged a protest at Polduwa Junction, Battaramulla, under the theme “No to 22, which destroys democracy”, with Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa and several SJB politicians participating.
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