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Pope Leo XIV has appointed Rev. Fr. Anton Ranjith Pilleynayagam as the new Bishop of the Diocese of Jaffna, the Vatican announced today.
The appointment comes following the acceptance of the resignation of Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin Gnanapragasam, who has served as the Bishop of Jaffna.
The Vatican’s announcement marks a new chapter for the Diocese of Jaffna, with Rev. Fr. Anton Ranjith Pilleynayagam set to assume leadership of one of Sri Lanka’s most prominent Catholic dioceses.
Further details regarding the episcopal transition and installation ceremony are expected to be announced in due course.
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The Cabinet has approved a proposal to construct a new indoor stadium in Jaffna to strengthen indoor sports and improve sports infrastructure in the Northern Province.
The project, submitted by the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, carries an estimated cost of Rs. 170 million.
The facility aims to support the growth of sports such as table tennis, tennis, badminton, netball, and chess, with a special focus on schools and local sports clubs.
Officials say the initiative is part of a broader effort to revitalize sporting and recreational facilities in the region and provide better opportunities for youth engagement.