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The Business World International Awards ceremony was held in grandeur at Taj Samudra

The Business World International Awards ceremony, organized by the Business World International Organization INC -USA, an event which is recognized as one of the most prestigious business award festivals in the Asian Pacific region was held in grandeur at Taj Samudra Colombo with the participation of several veteran business personalities and celebrities. The theme of this year is dedicated to the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals for 2030 Agenda. BWIO is an USA based organization, driven with the objective of recognizing the accomplishments and expertise of the global business spectrum. The BWIO Awards recognized and celebrate excellence in business and inspires entrepreneurs to accomplish greater challenges and benchmark their best practices. It concentrates on every category from startups to business giants, social change agents, sustainable development advocates and exceptional professionals in their respective fields of expertise, varying in 30 categories. The event attract business owners, high level entrepreneurs, enterprises from the private, government sectors and small & medium enterprises and other VIP’s throughout the country.
The joint – chief guest was Premnath C Dolawaththa (Member of Parliament), Prof. Dr. Dietmar Doering (Founder – AGSEP Research & Advisory, Board Member of BWIO – USA) and Guests of Honour were Prof. Dr. Rohan De Silva (President – Sri Lanka Small and Medium Industries), Dr. Ajith Rohana (Senior DIG in Charge of the Southern Province – Crimes and Traffic Division), Senthil Thondaman (President of Ceylon Workers Congress). Among the other special guests were Commander (Rtd). Dr. Don.Bandula Wijemanne (Sri Lanka Navy), Dr. Kesavan Pathmanathan (Chairman – Taian Lanka Steel Company Pvt Ltd – Main Sponsor). The distinguished invitees were delightfully welcomed by Dr. Dexter Fernando (Chairman – International Chapter), Dr. Tharindu Wijenayake (Vice Chairman of the Business World International Organization – USA – International Chapter) and Dr. M. A. A. Jabbar (Vice Chairman – Sri Lankan Chapter). Prof. Dr. Dietmar Doering was the Key note speaker of the function and he shared his valued views on the Topic “IMF BAILOUT FOR SRI LANKA” – A Coin with two Sides. The event was mesmerized with several vibrant performances by the talented dancers Channa – Upuli performing arts foundation. Main sponsor of the event is Taian Lanka Steel Company (Pvt) Ltd and event managed by Dex Events. The event concluded by fellowship Dinner.
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Heat index is likely to increase up to ‘Caution level’ at some places in Eastern and North-central provinces and Monaragala, Hambantota, Vavuniya, Mullaitivu and Kilinochchi districts.

Warm Weather Advisory
Issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre of the Department of Meteorology At 3.30 p.m. 30 April 2025, valid for 01 May 2025
The general public are warned that the Heat index, the temperature felt on human body is likely to increase up to ‘Caution level’ at some places in Eastern and North-central provinces and Monaragala, Hambantota, Vavuniya, Mullaitivu and Kilinochchi districts.
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 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.
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Major May Day rallies in Colombo and Talawakelle

NPP, SJB and SLPP won’t have parades
The ruling party National People’s Power (NPP) will celebrate May Day at Galle Face Green in Colombo. However, the NPP wouldn’t have a parade, party sources said.
The Wickremesinghe-Rajapaksa government in 2023 made Galle Face Green off limits for political rallies. But the incumbent government lifted the restrictions in November 2024.
The main Opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) will have its May Day rally at Talawakelle town. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 2 pm with the participation of SJB’s coalition partners, including Digambaram, Mano Ganesan.
The SLPP, too, decided against having a parade this time though it will hold a rally at the Ananda Samarakoon Open Air Theatre in Nugegoda.
The SLFP will hold its May Day event at its headquarters on Darley Road.
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Navy cleans up Kandy Lake

The Navy on April 28 carried out post-event maintenance efforts at Kandy Lake, following the Siri Dalada Vandanawa.
The collaborative efforts of the officials from the Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat, the Department of Irrigation, the Department of Archaeology and the Navy ensured the preservation of the lake’s natural beauty.
(Pic courtesy Navy media)
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