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Indian Foreign Secretary at new Lanka IOC product launch in Trinco

Amidst continuing controversy over the Trincomalee oil tank farm, Indian Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla attended the launch of Lanka IOC’s latest product at its Trincomalee Lube Plant recently.
Among those present were High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka Gopal Bagley and senior officials from Ministry of External Affairs, Govt. of India and the High Commission of India to Sri Lanka.
Manoj Gupta, MD, LIOC launched Servo Pride ALT 15W40 at Trincomalee Lube Plant. As per the mandate of Sri Lanka Standards Institute to improve the lubricant grades to environmental friendly API CH level from the existing CF level within a deadline of 01.10. 2021, Lanka IOC has developed Servo Pride ALT 15W40, a multi-grade Diesel Engine Oil which meets API CH4 specification and is approved by American Petroleum Institute (API).
Lanka IOC said in statement: “The new and improved formulation is set to take the market on a first mover advantage. Servo Pride ALT 15W40 is a high performance long drain environment friendly Diesel Engine Oil recommended for all Diesel Engine Vehicles. It has got unique features such as excellent engine cleanliness, maximum protection of engine from wear and deposits, outstanding control on oil thickening. Based on credentials, leading OEMs have approved this product both for initial fill as well as aftermarket. Product is available in the market with pack size of 1 Lit, 5 Lit, 20 Lit, and 210 Lit at competitive price. The high performance diesel engine oil shall be instrumental for enabling a cleaner and greener tomorrow.”
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“Buddha Rashmi Vesak Kalapaya” continues in the vicinity of the President’s office

The second day of the “Vesak Bhakti Gee Saraniya”, held in parallel with the “Buddha Rashmi Vesak Kalapaya” jointly organized by the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple, the Presidential Secretariat and the Prime Minister’s Office, commenced on Tuesday (13) at 6:30 p.m. under the patronage of Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, at the Presidential Secretariat premises.
The evening featured musical performances by renowned vocalist Ilyas Beg and the Sri Lanka Air Force Bhakti Gee Troup, accompanied by the Air Force Band. A Vesak lantern exhibition was also held at the venue. The event was attended by the Chief Incumbent of Gangaramaya Temple Venerable Dr. Kirinde Assaji Thero, along with several senior officials of the Presidential Secretariat.
This Bhakthi Gee programme will continue today [May 14] and tomorrow at the same location. Additionally, a short-eats dansala is being held near the Presidential Secretariat for the benefit of the public visiting Colombo for Vesak, and will continue until May 16.
Meanwhile, a ‘Buth Dansala’ organized jointly by the Presidential Secretariat and the Sri Lanka Army was inaugurated yesterday near the Presidential Secretariat, with the participation of senior military officers. A large number of devotees from across the country attended the event.
In line with the ‘Buddha Rashmi’ and ‘Bauddhaloka Vesak Kalapya’, several Vesak programmes have been organized in the vicinity with the support of the Presidential Secretariat. These include the illumination of nearby government buildings and roads with decorative lights, and the display of Vesak lanterns, with the active participation of the Presidential Secretariat staff.
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French Navy Ship ‘BEAUTEMPS BEAUPRE’ sets sail from Colombo

The French Navy Ship ‘BEAUTEMPS BEAUPRE’ which arrived in Sri Lanka on a goodwill visit (09 May 25), departed the island on Tuesday (13 May).
The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ship at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions.
During the ship’s stay in Colombo, crew members of ‘BEAUTEMPS BEAUPRE’ visited some tourist attractions in the country. In addition, the Commanding Officer and a group of
crew members of the ship called on senior officers of the Sri Lanka National Hydrographic Office (SLNHO) to discuss key hydrographic matters of bilateral importance.
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“Clean Sri Lanka” joins hands to Improve facilities and sanitation at Kotmale Regional Hospital

Following the bus accident in the Garandiella area of Kotmale, a large number of injured individuals were admitted to the Kotmale Regional Hospital for treatment. In response, the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme has collaborated to improve the facilities and sanitation of the hospital.
Accordingly, the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme actively worked to clean the hospital ward complex and the hospital premises, aiming to create a comfortable environment for the patients’ treatment and to enhance other facilities.
A notable aspect was the voluntary participation of the local community in this effort. The “Clean Sri Lanka” secretariat appreciates the dedication shown by the doctors and hospital staff of the Kotmale Regional Hospital, who provided emergency treatment to those injured in this unexpected incident despite having access to limited resources.
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