{"id":132659,"date":"2024-03-25T14:55:41","date_gmt":"2024-03-25T14:55:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/?p=132659"},"modified":"2024-03-26T14:59:36","modified_gmt":"2024-03-26T14:59:36","slug":"good-news-from-jayam-by-jayam-rutnam-20","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/good-news-from-jayam-by-jayam-rutnam-20\/","title":{"rendered":"Good News \ufeffFrom Jayam \u2013 By Jayam Rutnam"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Good News From Jayam <\/strong>April 1, 2024 Pls Scroll Down 35 items<\/h2>\n

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Tourist Arrivals Top Half-a-Million Mark<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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\nIn a remarkable feat for Sri Lanka\u2019s tourism sector, arrivals surpassed the half-a-million sparking optimism about meeting the ambitious target of 2.3 million visitors by the end of the year. \u201cSri Lanka could achieve the set target for 2024 or more, whilst earning over $4 billion by year-end,\u201d Tourism Minister Harin Fernando, recalling that in 2023 the country surpassed the 500,000 mark only in May and in 2022 in September. Russia (13,699), India (13,492), Germany (8,547), the UK (7,245) and France (5,851) emerged as the top markets so far in March. The tourism earnings during the first two months have registered<\/span><\/p>\n

$687.5 million in tandem with the boost in arrivals.<\/span><\/p>\n

US, China Coming Together for IORA<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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\nAlthough the United States and China are seen geopolitically battling over the control of the Indian Ocean, the two countries\u2019 envoys \u2014 US ambassador Julie Chung and China\u2019s Acting Ambassador\u2013 were seen in a single frame at the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) Day events held at the Galle Face Green, with the Cuban ambassador nearby.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Message from the Honorary<\/p>\n

Consul General of Ireland – Colombo Sri Lanka – Manik Pereira<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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\nInternational Awards 2024 Sunday, April 21st, 2024 (Please click on link below to register)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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Meet Outstanding Achievement Junior Award winner Tashiya Kameel Piyadasa<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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We are awarding Tashiya Kameel Piyadasa because she is such a fierce competitor in table tennis. Her achievements at the national level are outstanding! Tashiya is the only Sri Lankan American to become a national champion in Table Tennis in the USA and represent the USA national Table Tennis team. In 2022, she won a gold medal at the 2022 US Open Table Tennis Championship. In the 2023 Pan American Championships in Ecuador, she secured four gold medals and an additional gold and silver in the 2023 USA National Table Tennis Championships.<\/span><\/p>\n

Meet Outstanding Achievement Junior Award winner Tiana Kameel Piyadasa<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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\nWe are awarding Tiana Kameel Piyadasa because of her outstanding achievements in table tennis at such a young age. She is a tremendous athlete and a force to be reckoned with. Tiana Kameel Piyadasa was born in Pasadena, California, to Sri Lankan parents, Thilina Piyadasa and Rifkha Kameel. She is currently attending elementary school in Southern California. For the Kameel Piyadasa\u2019s table tennis is a family tradition. Tiana\u2019s father, Thilina, was a Sri Lankan national table tennis champion for 8 years and is a national-level coach for Team USA. Tiana\u2019s mother, Rifkha, was also a national table tennis player in Sri Lanka. Tiana\u2019s older sister, Tashiya, is a national table tennis champion.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tiana Sumanasekera (17) of Pleasanton, California Gymnast Champion for 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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\nTiana Sumanasekera was born to\u00a0Rajitha and Ruwangi Sumanasekera\u00a0in 2007. She started\u00a0gymnastics\u00a0in 2013. She is of Sri Lankan descent.<\/p>\n

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\nDennis Andre Rutnam of Arleta, Ca. Celebrated his 50th Birthday with Family and friends (Here with daughter Maddy)<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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\nPatrick Rutnam of Los Angeles acts as John the Apostle in “47 Days with Jesus”<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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Achala interviews Sri Lankan American Entertainer Talin Silva in Los Angeles, Ca. A Golden Gate Production (Please click on arrow – this one is beautiful!)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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\nASU” Premiere at the Fine Arts Theater in Beverly Hills, Ca. (Photos by Moran Moran)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

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\nThe BNS Show with Umaria and Randhir – USA Tour 2024 in Los Angeles Click on link below to purchase tickets srinet.com<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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\nAll Old Joes – Indrajith Perera of London, UK visited former Josephian Cricket Captain Raja de Silva and Hayleys Engineer Cuthbert Charles at the Cinnamon Grand in Colombo<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Happy Birthday to Arya and Yara of Fullerton, Ca. (Photos by Moran Moran)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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\nJayam’s Choice for Easter “Risen” – Shawna Edwards (Please Click on Arrow)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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\nThe Musical Odyssey of Gresha Schuilling<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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\nGresha Schuilling, is recognized in the realm of Contemporary Christian music (CCM) for her multifaceted talents as a producer, singer, songwriter, and worship leader. Her musical journey began in Saudi Arabia, where she developed an affinity for music production. Schuilling\u2019s early musical inclinations were nurtured when she received her first keyboard, exploring the melody of Elvis Presley\u2019s \u201cWooden Heart.\u201d Growing up in the diverse atmosphere of Jeddah due to her father\u2019s profession, her cosmopolitan upbringing became integral to her musical ethos.<\/span><\/p>\n

Whispering Hope (Official Listening Video) by Gresha Schuilling <\/a>(Please click on arrow)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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Waves collaborates with Yohani for future campaigns<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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\nWaves unveiled plans to partner Yohani as a brand partner for upcoming campaigns at a media gathering held recently at the Waves concept store in Havelock City Mall complex. This follows the back of the breakthrough success of the \u201cShow Your Two Colours\u201d campaign which sparked a viral social media trend involving over 50 social media influencers. The trend which caught traction when Yohani was spotted wearing two-coloured footwear, succeeded in driving the personalisation of Waves flip-flops by combining colours and accessories to showcase individualisation and personal preference.<\/span><\/p>\n

Good Husband Wanted<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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\nPretty girl looking for a husband. She is of Sri Lankan origin, born in Sri Lanka lived most of her life in USA. She is a practicing Attorney at law. 35 years old from a good Sinhala family. 130 lbs 5′ 7″. Serious inquiries only.<\/span><\/p>\n

Please call Jayam at 626-335-7266 or email\u00a0Jayam2424@yahoo.com.<\/a><\/span>
\n“Half a World Away”<\/p>\n

A children’s book by Jamie Schumacher Daughter of Ozzie and Ann Schumacher<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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\nHalf a World Away is a vibrantly illustrated children\u2019s book by Minnesota author and artist Jamie (Schumacher) Kalakaru-Mava.\u00a0\u00a0The story follows young Esme and her family on their journey through the South Asian island country of Sri Lanka. There, Esme reunites with her Nana, who gives her a sketch book and encourages her to draw her memories. Esme\u2019s sketchbook becomes filled with beautiful illustrations of their family\u2019s adventures, imbued with the rich tradition and aesthetics of Sri Lankan batik.<\/span><\/p>\n

Original works by the author\/artist, including the vibrant book illustrations, will be on display at XIA Gallery in St. Paul from April 2-30, 2024. Join us to celebrate the launch!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo March 21st, 2024 (Please click on arrow)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n