This is known in Sinhala as the “Nonagathaya” or the “Punya Kaalaya,” and it represents a transitional period between this year and the incoming year. After the New Year has officially dawned, it is ...

Srilanka, April 8 -- The Sapugaskanda Yoshida Pre-school celebrated the Sinhala and Tamil New Year of 2025 on April 05 at the school premises. The event was conducted under the leadership of the ...

The sound of the familiar koha (or the ‘asian koel’), chanting the rhythmic tune, which millions of Sri Lankans wake up to, is a sign that ‘Avurudu’ (New Year) is near. The Sinhala and ...

Srilanka, April 19 -- The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Israel has issued a security advisory to Sri Lankans residing in the country, urging heightened awareness during the Sinhala New Year celebrations.

The Sinhala and Tamil New Year 2023 Festival is organized as a part of public diplomatic initiatives of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Ethiopia. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Foreign ...