Ceylon Guider

27/05/2026

26/05/2026

The Galle Lighthouse (also known as Pointe de Galle Light) is Sri Lanka's oldest light station and one of the most iconic landmarks in Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The lighthouse is strategically positioned at the southern end of the fort's promontory, giving it a full view of ships entering Galle Harbour. It's painted white with a simple cylindrical design and is surrounded by palm trees, the fort's historic ramparts, and the ocean.
As a content creator, this is an excellent location for:
Photography/videography: The white lighthouse against blue sky and ocean creates stunning compositions
Travel content: Part of Galle Fort's UNESCO World Heritage Site with nearby Dutch Reformed Church, beach, and historic walls.

Best time: Open 24 hours, with golden hour sunrise/sunset offering dramatic lighting

06/12/2025

01. Account Name: Deputy Secretary to the Treasury
Account Number: 2026450
Bank: Bank of Ceylon
Taprobane branch
Swift code: BCEYLKLX

Meanwhile, donors who directly deposit funds into the foreign currency accounts of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka will have the opportunity to deposit funds through the following accounts.

Account details for foreign currencies:

1. US Dollar (USD)
Bank: Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, New York, USA
Recipient Account Name: Central Bank of Sri Lanka
Account Number: 04015541
Routing Number: 021001033
SWIFT: BKTRUS33###

2. Euro (EUR)
Bank: ODDO BHF Bank, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Recipient Account Name: Central Bank of Sri Lanka
Account Number: 0000739854
IBAN: DE39500202000000739854
SWIFT: BHFBDEFF500

3. Pound Sterling (GBP) – Account 1
Bank: HSBC Bank Plc, London, UK
Recipient Account Name: Central Bank of Sri Lanka
Account Number: 39600144
Sort Code: 40-05-15
IBAN: GB48MIDL40051539600144
SWIFT: MIDLGB22###

4. Pound Sterling (GBP) – Account 2
Bank: Bank of Ceylon (UK) Ltd, London, UK
Recipient Account Name: Central Bank of Sri Lanka
Account Number: 88001249
Sort Code: 40-50-56
IBAN: GB89BCEY40505688001249
SWIFT: BCEYGB2L###

5. Japanese Yen (JPY)
Bank: MUFG Bank, Tokyo, Japan
Recipient Account Name: Central Bank of Sri Lanka
Account Number: 653-0407895
SWIFT: BOTKJPJT###

6. Australian Dollar (AUD)
Bank: Reserve Bank of Australia
Recipient Account Name: Central Bank of Sri Lanka
Account Number: 81736-4
BSB: 092002
SWIFT: RSBKAU2S###

06/12/2025

Operation Sagar Bandhu is India's humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) mission launched on November 28, 2025, to aid Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah caused severe flooding, landslides, and widespread destruction.

BackgroundCyclone Ditwah struck Sri Lanka on November 27, 2025, leading to significant loss of life, displacement, and infrastructure damage across the island. India responded swiftly under its Neighbourhood First policy, coordinating with Sri Lankan authorities to deliver urgent support. The operation underscores India's role as a first responder in the Indian Ocean region.

Key Assistance Provided

India delivered over 53 tons of relief materials, including food, water, medicines, tents, blankets, hygiene kits, and emergency equipment.

Indian Air Force aircraft like C-130J and IL-76 airlifted supplies and deployed 80 National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel for search-and-rescue.

Indian Navy ships such as INS Vikrant, INS Udaygiri, and INS Sukanya provided rations, helicopters for evacuations, and additional aid.

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#बहुतधन्यवाद

06/12/2025

Thank you India.

The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is India's specialized multi-disciplinary force under the Ministry of Home Affairs, responsible for responding to natural and man-made disasters.

Establishment and Structure

NDRF was constituted under Section 46 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, evolving from existing battalions into 16 high-tech trained units.

It operates alongside the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF), a central fund that supplements state-level disaster funds for relief efforts.

Key Achievements

NDRF has rescued over 159,293 lives and evacuated more than 864,316 people from disaster zones across India and abroad.

Recently, in December 2025, an 80-personnel NDRF team with K9 units completed a humanitarian mission in Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu, aiding flood and cyclone relief before departing on December 5.

#बहुतधन्यवाद

28/11/2025

Pray for Sri Lanka 🙏