A radiant Visna Fernando was crowned Derana Goya Miss Sri Lanka for Miss Earth 2015 in a spectacular show on June 3.
Although the weather proved gloomy by the shores of Citrus Waskaduwa, inside, a dazzling display of beauty and glamour was being celebrated along with the reigning Miss Earth; Jamie Herrell who graced the occasion.
Sathma Nugera was adjudged first runner-up while Harshani Ruman was named second runner-up among the 12 contestants who took the runway. Ethereal dresses, fiery wings and elaborate headdresses along with theatrical choreography reflected the elements of nature with the contestants representing the elements of fire, wind, water and earth.
The use of traditional arts and motifs of Sri Lankan culture from fishing net veils to dresses embellished with beeralu and coconut fronds added local flavour to the pageant finale.
A Thai woman walking topless in Arugam Bay town has been arrested by the Police.
The UK government has unveiled a package of reforms to simplify imports from developing countries which allows for more garments manufactured in Sri Lanka to enter the UK tariff-free.
The Cabinet has approved a proposal for Sri Lankans overseas to apply for their passports through an online system via the Lankan diplomatic missions.
Villagers in Nirmalapura, Daluwa, Norochcholai today staged a protest over an incident where a group of Navy officials and sailors had assaulted a resident in the area over night, Police said.
Ajith Gallage, the owner of a Bird Park in Nagarawawa, Hambantota, has been remanded over allegations of concealing illegally imported motorcycles, in a warehouse owned by him.
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