Tomorrow will fade off giving way to the New Year that begins a day after Sunday, April 14. In between, there is a “pause”; a sort of empty space. In Sinhala, it is called Nonagothaya and also Punya ...

Saturday, April 13 marked the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, one of Sri Lanka’s main cultural holidays. Commonly known as “Avurudu” in Sinhala and as “Puthandu” or “Puththandu” in Tamil, the celebration ...

As the Truly Sri Lankan Bank, Pan Asia Bank values employee engagement, especially when celebrating the nation’s rich heritage, the Sinhala & Tamil New Year. Recently, Pan Asia Bank held Sinhala and ...

This April, Cinnamon Grand Colombo brings the joyous essence of Avurudu alive with a line-up of delightful culinary experiences, cultural festivities, and memorable moments for the whole family.

This year the Aluth Avurudda or Bak Maha Ulela – the Sinhala and Tamil New Year will be celebrated on April 14. The Tamil New Year –Puthandu is also celebrated by Hindus all over the country. It is ...

New Year Festival of Samagi Adharsa Pre-school at Ranasiripura, Weerawila, was held at the school premises on Thursday (5), with the participation of teachers, parents and students. The children ...

Sweet meats and special dishes are an essential facet of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. While they have come to be identified with and annual festival, some of these food items are also prepared to ...

(MENAFN- Colombo Gazette) he Sinhala and Tamil New year is a celebration of harvest, sweet meats, happiness and plentiful blessings for the upcoming year. A time to spend with family and cherish old ...