Al Haj M.I.M.Mohideen ( 83) founder secretary of Muslim United liberation front and Executive Director of Muslim Documentation center of Sri Lanka, researcher ,and historian of island’s Muslims passed away on Friday at the National Hospital Colombo after a brief illness. Late Mohideen hails from Akkaraipattu and lived at Norris Canal Rd Colombo 10. Late Mohideen was one of the …
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A leading Lankan philanthropist passes away – Al Haj. Z.A.M. Refai.
We are sad to announce the demise of Al Haj. Z.A.M. Refai. (Chairman. Zam Gems Group, Sri Lanka). A renowned philanthropist, who will be remembered for his compassion, humility, and generosity towards all communities. In recognition of his services, he was bestowed with the highest National honour of ‘Deshamaniya’ by the Government of Sri Lanka. We wish to convey our …
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Read More »An important message from ACJU regarding Uldhiyya 2020
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Read More »New Birth Certificates will refer to all citizens as ‘Sri Lankan’ & not by race or religion
The Registrar General’s Department says the Details of Marriage and Ethnic Group will no longer be required for the registration of a birth. Registrar General N. C. Vithanage speaking to News 1st said the requirements of such particulars will be removed from the Application Form for the registration of a birth in Sri Lanka. He said many children in the …
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