Sri Lanka

Country Sri Lanka
Capital Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte
Continent Asia
Currency Sri Lankan Rupee(LKR)
Languages Sinhala & Tamil

Sri jayawardenapura Kotte

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Introduction

The first Sinhalese arrived in Sri Lanka late in the 6th century B.C. probably from northern India. Buddhism was introduced in about the mid-third century B.C., and a great civilization developed at the cities of Anuradhapura (kingdom from circa 200 B.C. to circa A.D. 1000) and Polonnaruwa (from about 1070 to 1200). In the 14th century, a south Indian dynasty established a Tamil kingdom in northern Sri Lanka. The coastal areas of the island were controlled by the Portuguese in the 16th century and by the Dutch in the 17th century. The island was ceded to the British in 1796, became a crown colony in 1802, and was united under British rule by 1815. As Ceylon, it became independent in 1948; its name was changed to Sri Lanka in 1972. Tensions between the Sinhalese majority and Tamil separatists erupted into war in 1983. After two decades of fighting, the government and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) formalized a cease-fire in February 2002 with Norway brokering peace negotiations. Violence between the LTTE and government forces intensified in 2006 and the government regained control of the Eastern Province in 2007. In May 2009, the government announced that its military had finally defeated the remnants of the LTTE and that its leader, Velupillai PRABHAKARAN, had been killed.

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Sri Lanka - Wikipedia
Sri Lanka - CIA World Fact Book
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Sri Lanka secures $52m loan for power transmission project - Asian PowerSri Lanka secures $52m loan for power transmission project  Asian Power

How Sri Lanka protects Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh from ocean fury - The HinduHow Sri Lanka protects Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh from ocean fury  The Hindu

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Sri Lankan Navy arrests 47 Indian fishermen from Tamil Nadu, Karaikal; seizes their boats - The HinduSri Lankan Navy arrests 47 Indian fishermen from Tamil Nadu, Karaikal; seizes their boats  The Hindu

47 Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy for ‘illegal fishing’ in their waters - The Indian Express47 Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy for ‘illegal fishing’ in their waters  The Indian Express

Sri Lanka Arrests 47 Tamil Nadu Fishermen, CM Stalin Writes To Jaishankar - News18Sri Lanka Arrests 47 Tamil Nadu Fishermen, CM Stalin Writes To Jaishankar  News18

Sri Lanka shields AP coast from ocean fury, finds study - Times of IndiaSri Lanka shields AP coast from ocean fury, finds study  Times of India

IMF, Sri Lanka reach staff-level agreement on 5th review of reform program - XinhuaIMF, Sri Lanka reach staff-level agreement on 5th review of reform program  Xinhua

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India Remains Unbeaten After Win Over Sri Lanka in BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships - NewsonairIndia Remains Unbeaten After Win Over Sri Lanka in BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships  Newsonair

Two young men from Odisha promote state’s heritage tourism in Sri Lanka campaign - Telegraph IndiaTwo young men from Odisha promote state’s heritage tourism in Sri Lanka campaign  Telegraph India

Confident England eye hat-trick of wins; Sri Lanka bank on home advantage - MoneycontrolConfident England eye hat-trick of wins; Sri Lanka bank on home advantage  Moneycontrol

Sri Lanka’s SJB to Launch Joint Political Programme with UNP Under Its Leadership - NewsonairSri Lanka’s SJB to Launch Joint Political Programme with UNP Under Its Leadership  Newsonair

UN Extends Evidence-Gathering Mandate for Sri Lanka War Crimes - Human Rights WatchUN Extends Evidence-Gathering Mandate for Sri Lanka War Crimes  Human Rights Watch

Australia-Sri Lanka CWC25 match abandoned due to rain - ICCAustralia-Sri Lanka CWC25 match abandoned due to rain  ICC

RIFAH Hosts International Business Networking Meet 2025 in Colombo, Strengthening India–Sri Lanka Trade Relations - IndiaTomorrowRIFAH Hosts International Business Networking Meet 2025 in Colombo, Strengthening India–Sri Lanka Trade Relations  IndiaTomorrow

Confident England eye hat-trick of wins; Sri Lanka bank on home advantage - Press Trust of IndiaConfident England eye hat-trick of wins; Sri Lanka bank on home advantage  Press Trust of India

Women's World Cup 2025: Match 12, England Women vs Sri Lanka Women Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between ENG W vs SL W? - CricTrackerWomen's World Cup 2025: Match 12, England Women vs Sri Lanka Women Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between ENG W vs SL W?  CricTracker

IMF, Sri Lanka Reach Agreement for USD 347 Million - Rediff MoneyWizIMF, Sri Lanka Reach Agreement for USD 347 Million  Rediff MoneyWiz

Stalin Urges Centre To Ensure Release Of Tamil Nadu Fishermen Held By Sri Lanka - ETV BharatStalin Urges Centre To Ensure Release Of Tamil Nadu Fishermen Held By Sri Lanka  ETV Bharat

Tamil Nadu CM urges EAM Jaishankar to secure release of fishermen and boats from Sri Lanka - NewsonairTamil Nadu CM urges EAM Jaishankar to secure release of fishermen and boats from Sri Lanka  Newsonair

Air India flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka suffers bird hit; aircraft operated for return journey too - The HinduAir India flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka suffers bird hit; aircraft operated for return journey too  The Hindu

World Bank Warns Sri Lanka’s Economic Recovery Remains Fragile - NewsonairWorld Bank Warns Sri Lanka’s Economic Recovery Remains Fragile  Newsonair

United Nations panel slams Sri Lanka's slow progress on enforced disappearances - The HinduUnited Nations panel slams Sri Lanka's slow progress on enforced disappearances  The Hindu

AIIB provides USD 52m to power line project in Sri Lanka - Renewables NowAIIB provides USD 52m to power line project in Sri Lanka  Renewables Now

Sri Lanka's growth strong but recovery remains uneven: World Bank - Fibre2FashionSri Lanka's growth strong but recovery remains uneven: World Bank  Fibre2Fashion

AIIB supports Sri Lanka’s renewable energy with $52m loan - Power TechnologyAIIB supports Sri Lanka’s renewable energy with $52m loan  Power Technology

UN Human Rights Council: Progress achieved in addressing impunity in Afghanistan and Sri Lanka, while capacity pressures mount - The International Commission of Jurists - ICJUN Human Rights Council: Progress achieved in addressing impunity in Afghanistan and Sri Lanka, while capacity pressures mount  The International Commission of Jurists - ICJ

Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka uprisings: Why and what next? - Himal SouthasianNepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka uprisings: Why and what next?  Himal Southasian

Women’s Cricket World Cup: Australia v Sri Lanka match abandoned as heavy rain falls – as it happened - The GuardianWomen’s Cricket World Cup: Australia v Sri Lanka match abandoned as heavy rain falls – as it happened  The Guardian

South Korea Unites With India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Japan and Philippines To Face Travel Visa Challenges as US Imposes New One Hundred Thousand Dollar Fee: Everything You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldSouth Korea Unites With India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Japan and Philippines To Face Travel Visa Challenges as US Imposes New One Hundred Thousand Dollar Fee: Everything You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Sri Lanka’s apparel industry redefines sustainability - Knitting IndustrySri Lanka’s apparel industry redefines sustainability  Knitting Industry

Malaysia Airlines and Firefly Open New Travel Gateways from Sri Lanka, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and France to ASEAN’s Hidden Gems via Kuala Lumpur - Travel And Tour WorldMalaysia Airlines and Firefly Open New Travel Gateways from Sri Lanka, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and France to ASEAN’s Hidden Gems via Kuala Lumpur  Travel And Tour World

"Looking Forward To Participating In NDTV World Summit": Sri Lankan PM - NDTV"Looking Forward To Participating In NDTV World Summit": Sri Lankan PM  NDTV

Women's Cricket World Cup 2025: Australia and Sri Lanka match washed out in Colombo - BBCWomen's Cricket World Cup 2025: Australia and Sri Lanka match washed out in Colombo  BBC

After India, OpenAI expands ChatGPT Go to Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and 14 more Asian countries - MoneycontrolAfter India, OpenAI expands ChatGPT Go to Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and 14 more Asian countries  Moneycontrol

Sri Lanka - Welcome to the United NationsSri Lanka  Welcome to the United Nations

BWF World Junior Championships 2025: India secures second victory against Sri Lanka, Philippines upsets Hong Kong - SportstarBWF World Junior Championships 2025: India secures second victory against Sri Lanka, Philippines upsets Hong Kong  Sportstar

Sri Lanka’s CTID summons Tamil temple organisers for questioning - Tamil GuardianSri Lanka’s CTID summons Tamil temple organisers for questioning  Tamil Guardian

Sri Lankan president effects his first Cabinet reshuffle - theweek.inSri Lankan president effects his first Cabinet reshuffle  theweek.in

IMF & Sri Lanka agree on policies to unlock $347 mn loan - Fibre2FashionIMF & Sri Lanka agree on policies to unlock $347 mn loan  Fibre2Fashion

Sri Lanka to appoint personnel from various services to anti-graft body - The Economic TimesSri Lanka to appoint personnel from various services to anti-graft body  The Economic Times

Experience to the fore as Sri Lanka shake up coaching panel - ICCExperience to the fore as Sri Lanka shake up coaching panel  ICC

The message beyond ‘ending’ Sri Lanka’s elite impunity - The HinduThe message beyond ‘ending’ Sri Lanka’s elite impunity  The Hindu

Sri Lanka now requires an ETA for entry - Travel Weekly AsiaSri Lanka now requires an ETA for entry  Travel Weekly Asia

Indian among 7 Buddhist monks killed in Sri Lanka monastery cable cart accident - The HinduIndian among 7 Buddhist monks killed in Sri Lanka monastery cable cart accident  The Hindu

India vs. Sri Lanka | ICC - ICCIndia vs. Sri Lanka | ICC  ICC

Sri Lankan Navy detains 30 TN fishermen; seizes four trawlers - The News MinuteSri Lankan Navy detains 30 TN fishermen; seizes four trawlers  The News Minute

'Sri Lanka should never accede to the Rome Statute' - Former Human Rights Commissioner - Tamil Guardian'Sri Lanka should never accede to the Rome Statute' - Former Human Rights Commissioner  Tamil Guardian

IMF, Sri Lanka reach staff-level agreement for $347 million in financing - ReutersIMF, Sri Lanka reach staff-level agreement for $347 million in financing  Reuters

IMF, Sri Lanka reach staff-level agreement on 5th review of reform program - XinhuaIMF, Sri Lanka reach staff-level agreement on 5th review of reform program  Xinhua

IND Women beat SL Women, IND Women won by 59 runs (DLS method) - ESPNcricinfoIND Women beat SL Women, IND Women won by 59 runs (DLS method)  ESPNcricinfo

BAN vs SL Cricket Scorecard, 13th Match, Super Fours at Dubai, September 20, 2025 - ESPNcricinfoBAN vs SL Cricket Scorecard, 13th Match, Super Fours at Dubai, September 20, 2025  ESPNcricinfo

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka – Asia Cup: Match time, Super Fours table, teams - Al JazeeraPakistan vs Sri Lanka – Asia Cup: Match time, Super Fours table, teams  Al Jazeera

Summary: Sri Lanka 1-0 Turkmenistan in Asian Cup Qualifiers - VAVEL.comSummary: Sri Lanka 1-0 Turkmenistan in Asian Cup Qualifiers  VAVEL.com

Sri Lanka slight favourites in Super Four opener against Bangladesh - ESPNcricinfoSri Lanka slight favourites in Super Four opener against Bangladesh  ESPNcricinfo

Sri Lanka decries futility of war, calls for ceasefire in Gaza - Al JazeeraSri Lanka decries futility of war, calls for ceasefire in Gaza  Al Jazeera

Sri Lankan Tamils not eligible for long-term visas - The HinduSri Lankan Tamils not eligible for long-term visas  The Hindu

Nawaz and Talat trump Sri Lanka in nervy chase - ESPNcricinfoNawaz and Talat trump Sri Lanka in nervy chase  ESPNcricinfo

Arundhati Roy compares Gaza genocide to Sri Lanka’s slaughter of Tamils - Tamil GuardianArundhati Roy compares Gaza genocide to Sri Lanka’s slaughter of Tamils  Tamil Guardian

Sri Lanka IMF staff-level agreement reached on fifth review of EFF - EconomyNextSri Lanka IMF staff-level agreement reached on fifth review of EFF  EconomyNext

A far, green country once more: The renaissance of Sri Lankan tourism - The HinduA far, green country once more: The renaissance of Sri Lankan tourism  The Hindu

Pavithra Fernando Elected as New Sri Lanka Rugby President 2025–2027 - RugbyAsia247Pavithra Fernando Elected as New Sri Lanka Rugby President 2025–2027  RugbyAsia247

Sri Lanka: Former President Wickremesinghe arrested on charges of misusing public funds - NewsonairSri Lanka: Former President Wickremesinghe arrested on charges of misusing public funds  Newsonair

A City Fit for Children is a City Fit for All: - UnicefA City Fit for Children is a City Fit for All:  Unicef

Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka: Is South Asia fertile for Gen Z revolutions? - Al JazeeraNepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka: Is South Asia fertile for Gen Z revolutions?  Al Jazeera

Counterproductive for Sri Lanka to have called for vote at UNHRC Minister - theweek.inCounterproductive for Sri Lanka to have called for vote at UNHRC Minister  theweek.in

Hotel group boss says Sri Lanka must rebrand as a value destination - The IndependentHotel group boss says Sri Lanka must rebrand as a value destination  The Independent

INDIAN NAVAL SHIPS IN SRI LANKA FOR SLINEX - 25 - PIBINDIAN NAVAL SHIPS IN SRI LANKA FOR SLINEX - 25  PIB

PAK vs SL Cricket Scorecard, 15th Match, Super Fours at Abu Dhabi, September 23, 2025 - ESPNcricinfoPAK vs SL Cricket Scorecard, 15th Match, Super Fours at Abu Dhabi, September 23, 2025  ESPNcricinfo

SLMTUF Sri Lanka: Congratulations to the 80 Years Completing our unstoppable struggling on workers rights and Solidarity. - wftucentral.orgSLMTUF Sri Lanka: Congratulations to the 80 Years Completing our unstoppable struggling on workers rights and Solidarity.  wftucentral.org

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 47 fishermen, five boats for alleged IMBL violation - The New Indian ExpressSri Lankan Navy arrests 47 fishermen, five boats for alleged IMBL violation  The New Indian Express

IND vs SL Live score - Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025 September 26, 2025 18th Match, Super Fours in Dubai - ESPNcricinfoIND vs SL Live score - Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025 September 26, 2025 18th Match, Super Fours in Dubai  ESPNcricinfo

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Super Fours, 15th Match (A2 v B1) - Cricbuzz.comPakistan vs Sri Lanka, Super Fours, 15th Match (A2 v B1)  Cricbuzz.com

From crisis to cannabis: Sri Lanka’s president surprises with pro-market pivot - ReutersFrom crisis to cannabis: Sri Lanka’s president surprises with pro-market pivot  Reuters

Bangladesh defeat Sri Lanka in Super Fours thriller at Asia Cup - Al JazeeraBangladesh defeat Sri Lanka in Super Fours thriller at Asia Cup  Al Jazeera

UN panel slams Sri Lanka’s slow progress on enforced disappearances - Daily ExcelsiorUN panel slams Sri Lanka’s slow progress on enforced disappearances  Daily Excelsior

Sri Lanka’s foreign minister defends skipping UN vote, rejects resolution - Tamil GuardianSri Lanka’s foreign minister defends skipping UN vote, rejects resolution  Tamil Guardian

Sri Lanka sees $787mn FDI in first 9 months of 2025; Singapore secures 5 projects - EconomyNextSri Lanka sees $787mn FDI in first 9 months of 2025; Singapore secures 5 projects  EconomyNext

IND vs SL Cricket Scorecard, 18th Match, Super Fours at Dubai, September 26, 2025 - ESPNcricinfoIND vs SL Cricket Scorecard, 18th Match, Super Fours at Dubai, September 26, 2025  ESPNcricinfo

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, Super Fours, 13th Match (B1 v B2) - Cricbuzz.comSri Lanka vs Bangladesh, Super Fours, 13th Match (B1 v B2)  Cricbuzz.com

England Women vs Sri Lanka Women Prediction – 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup - William HillEngland Women vs Sri Lanka Women Prediction – 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup  William Hill

Kachchatheevu Visit: Symbolism, Politics, and India–Sri Lanka Ties - orfonline.orgKachchatheevu Visit: Symbolism, Politics, and India–Sri Lanka Ties  orfonline.org

India vs Sri Lanka, Super Fours, 18th Match (A1 v B1) - Cricbuzz.comIndia vs Sri Lanka, Super Fours, 18th Match (A1 v B1)  Cricbuzz.com

Sri Lanka: Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe arrested and remanded on charges of corruption - NewsonairSri Lanka: Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe arrested and remanded on charges of corruption  Newsonair

Hotel group boss says Sri Lanka must rebrand as a value destination - Yahoo News CanadaHotel group boss says Sri Lanka must rebrand as a value destination  Yahoo News Canada

Tata Motors and DIMO Expand Mobility Leadership in Sri Lanka, Launch 10 New Trucks & Buses - Tata MotorsTata Motors and DIMO Expand Mobility Leadership in Sri Lanka, Launch 10 New Trucks & Buses  Tata Motors

PM Modi’s Sri Lanka Visit Marks New High in Bilateral Ties, Receives Top Civilian Honour - NewsonairPM Modi’s Sri Lanka Visit Marks New High in Bilateral Ties, Receives Top Civilian Honour  Newsonair

His family home was shipped from Sri Lanka to Sydney and rebuilt. Now he’s telling its story - The GuardianHis family home was shipped from Sri Lanka to Sydney and rebuilt. Now he’s telling its story  The Guardian

Indian Navy chief calls on Sri Lankan PM in Colombo - The HinduIndian Navy chief calls on Sri Lankan PM in Colombo  The Hindu

Sri Lanka allrounder Dunith Wellalage flies home after his father's death - ESPNcricinfoSri Lanka allrounder Dunith Wellalage flies home after his father's death  ESPNcricinfo

India seal final berth; knock Sri Lanka out - Cricbuzz.comIndia seal final berth; knock Sri Lanka out  Cricbuzz.com

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Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka, Bangladesh won by 4 wickets (with 1 ball remaining) - ESPNcricinfoBangladesh beat Sri Lanka, Bangladesh won by 4 wickets (with 1 ball remaining)  ESPNcricinfo

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Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan, Sri Lanka won by 6 wickets (with 8 balls remaining) - ESPNcricinfoSri Lanka beat Afghanistan, Sri Lanka won by 6 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)  ESPNcricinfo

Sri Lanka has opportunity to break from past – Türk - ohchrSri Lanka has opportunity to break from past – Türk  ohchr

Pakistan beat Sri Lanka, Pakistan won by 5 wickets (with 12 balls remaining) - ESPNcricinfoPakistan beat Sri Lanka, Pakistan won by 5 wickets (with 12 balls remaining)  ESPNcricinfo

Sri Lanka’s National People’s Power Faces the Legacy of Civil War - International Crisis GroupSri Lanka’s National People’s Power Faces the Legacy of Civil War  International Crisis Group

2025 News items - Sri Lanka accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, four remaining for entry into force - World Trade Organization2025 News items - Sri Lanka accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, four remaining for entry into force  World Trade Organization

The Aragalaya Protest Movement and the Struggle for Political Change in Sri Lanka - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceThe Aragalaya Protest Movement and the Struggle for Political Change in Sri Lanka  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace