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IHC distributes Sinhala editions of Jataka Tales in comic books Amar Chitra Katha
The High Commission of India in Colombo on 09 March distributed 500 copies of the Sinhala translations of five Amar Chitra Katha Jataka Tales comic books to mark the Medin Full Moon Poya Day, the Indian HC said. The books were distributed to the students of Siri Pagngnathissa Dharma Vidyalaya of Sri Sudarshanarama Purana Viharaya, Kiribathgoda.
Translated and published by India’s largest comic book publisher, ‘Amar Chitra Katha’, the books are designed to present the timeless wisdom of the Jataka Tales in an engaging and accessible format. By bringing the moral lessons and spiritual teachings of Lord Buddha to young students, through illustrated storytelling, this initiative aims to inspire children and instill core Buddhist values in them.
Professor Ankuran Dutta, Director of the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, the cultural arm of the High Commission of India, symbolically handed over the books to the students. The initiative received an overwhelming response from the children, who deeply appreciated the generous gesture that will enrich their knowledge of Dhamma and Buddhist literature.
The initiative is yet another step towards further strengthening the civilizational bond between India and Sri Lanka, reinforcing a deeper appreciation of Buddhist heritage and literature. The High Commission of India will continue this effort by donating Jataka Tales comic books to Sunday schools across Sri Lanka, with the aim of bringing young learners closer to the teachings of Lord Buddha through a creative and engaging approach.
The Election Commission of Sri Lnka [ECSL] taking another step forward in ensuring free and fair elections, launched a Mobile Application for the speedy resolution of disputes arising during elections.
The Election Disputes Resolution (EDR) App a simple and efficient way to report election issues instantly will be put to test during the forthcoming Local Authorities Election
It can be downloaded on Appstore and Google Play
Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) MURASAME arrived at the Port of Colombo on a replenishment visit this morning (22 Mar 25).
The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions.
JMSDF MURASAME is a 151m long Destroyer commanded by Commander HAYAKAWA Masahiro. Meanwhile, she is manned by a crew of 200.
During her stay in Colombo, crew members of the ship are expected to visit some tourist attractions in the city of Colombo and the ship is scheduled to depart the island on 25 Mar 25.
It has been reported that two persons riding a motorcycle were killed in a shooting incident that took place around 11.45pm on Friday [21] night , in front of the southern entrance of the Devundara Sri Vishnu Devalaya, on Sinhasana Road.
The unidentified gunmen, who arrived in a van, opened fire using a T-56 assault rifle and 9 mm firearms before fleeing the scene. The police have recovered 39 T-56 bullet casings, two T-56 rounds of live ammunition, a T-56 magazine, three 9 mm bullet casings, and one 9mm live ammunition.
The van suspected to have been used by the shooters was found abandoned and set on fire on a side road about 800 meters from the crime scene.
The two deceased victims have been identified as Tikira Hennedige Yomesh Nadishan and Marakkala Manage Pasidu Tharuka, both residents of Sinhasana Road, Devinuwara.
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