Sri Lanka: A photo essay on Colombo’s porters—a centuries-old practice of inhuman exploitation. ... located in the historic heart of Colombo, ... like millions of other Sri Lankan workers, ...

On the right, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, President of Sri Lanka. On the left, Dr. S. Jaishankar, India’s Minister of External Affairs. Photo: MEAphotogallery, Flickr, CC, Can you give us a quick ...

According to historical records, the tooth relic, brought to Kandy in 1590, came to symbolise Buddhist holiness, becoming Sri Lanka's most treasured possession and the seal of sovereignty.

Marking a significant milestone in the art and media scene in Sri Lanka, the World Press Photo Exhibition will open doors to the public today (January 10th) at the Arcade Independence Square after ...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Saturday, April 5, 2025 accorded a grand ceremonial welcome at the historic Independence Square in Colombo, perhaps the first such honour given to a foreign leader.