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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Trump tariff to hit Sri Lankan exports with 20% duty from August 7 - The HinduTrump tariff to hit Sri Lankan exports with 20% duty from August 7  The Hindu

US Imposes 20% Tariff on Sri Lanka Exports - Rediff MoneyWizUS Imposes 20% Tariff on Sri Lanka Exports  Rediff MoneyWiz

Sri Lanka news - LPL 2025 set for November-December return, SLC set to add sixth franchise - ESPNcricinfoSri Lanka news - LPL 2025 set for November-December return, SLC set to add sixth franchise  ESPNcricinfo

City of Dreams launches in Colombo: South Asia’s first integrated luxury resort - BusinessLineCity of Dreams launches in Colombo: South Asia’s first integrated luxury resort  BusinessLine

US Slaps 20% Tariff on Sri Lankan Exports, Down from Earlier 44% - Deccan HeraldUS Slaps 20% Tariff on Sri Lankan Exports, Down from Earlier 44%  Deccan Herald

Sri Lanka can be India’s Macau, says gaming tycoon Melco chairman Lawrence Ho - Gulf NewsSri Lanka can be India’s Macau, says gaming tycoon Melco chairman Lawrence Ho  Gulf News

Two Sri Lankans adrift at sea with 200 kg of ganja rescued and arrested off Thanjavur coast - The New Indian ExpressTwo Sri Lankans adrift at sea with 200 kg of ganja rescued and arrested off Thanjavur coast  The New Indian Express

Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka get better tariff rates than India; Dhaka rejoices, Islamabad, Colombo cautious - Telegraph IndiaBangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka get better tariff rates than India; Dhaka rejoices, Islamabad, Colombo cautious  Telegraph India

Goan boy shines on 1st cricket tour to Sri Lanka with UAE club - TheGoanGoan boy shines on 1st cricket tour to Sri Lanka with UAE club  TheGoan

Jorhat native named Port of Rotterdam chief for India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka - The Assam TribuneJorhat native named Port of Rotterdam chief for India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka  The Assam Tribune

JAAF welcomes revised 20% US tariff on Sri Lankan apparel - Fibre2FashionJAAF welcomes revised 20% US tariff on Sri Lankan apparel  Fibre2Fashion

We visited two luxurious properties in Sri Lanka for a fabulous immersive experience - IndulgexpressWe visited two luxurious properties in Sri Lanka for a fabulous immersive experience  Indulgexpress

Sri Lanka sees rise in garment exports led by UK, EU - Apparel ResourcesSri Lanka sees rise in garment exports led by UK, EU  Apparel Resources

Jorhat’s Amlan Bora appointed Chief Representative for Port of Rotterdam in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh - sentinelassam.comJorhat’s Amlan Bora appointed Chief Representative for Port of Rotterdam in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh  sentinelassam.com

IAEA Reviews Progress of Sri Lanka’s Nuclear Infrastructure Development - IAEAIAEA Reviews Progress of Sri Lanka’s Nuclear Infrastructure Development  IAEA

Sri Lanka Bets on Visa Fee Waiver for 40 Nations to Hit 3 Million Tourists - SkiftSri Lanka Bets on Visa Fee Waiver for 40 Nations to Hit 3 Million Tourists  Skift

Why Will New Zealand, Pakistan & Sri Lanka Miss Crickets 128-Year Return To 2028 LA Olympics? - Zee NewsWhy Will New Zealand, Pakistan & Sri Lanka Miss Crickets 128-Year Return To 2028 LA Olympics?  Zee News

Sri Lanka Must Allow International Oversight Into Chemmani Mass Grave, ICJ Urges - JURIST Legal NewsSri Lanka Must Allow International Oversight Into Chemmani Mass Grave, ICJ Urges  JURIST Legal News

Sri Lanka to extend its visa-free travel policy for 40 countries; India also on the list - Times of IndiaSri Lanka to extend its visa-free travel policy for 40 countries; India also on the list  Times of India

No, Sri Lanka is not the ‘new Bali’ - Condé Nast Traveller IndiaNo, Sri Lanka is not the ‘new Bali’  Condé Nast Traveller India

BBC uncovers lasting toxic legacy of cargo ship disaster off Sri Lanka - BBCBBC uncovers lasting toxic legacy of cargo ship disaster off Sri Lanka  BBC

Lanka Premier League 2025 rescheduled to November ahead of T20 World Cup - SportstarLanka Premier League 2025 rescheduled to November ahead of T20 World Cup  Sportstar

Sri Lankan Supreme Court orders $1 bn compensation over X-Press Pearl disaster - The HinduSri Lankan Supreme Court orders $1 bn compensation over X-Press Pearl disaster  The Hindu

Sri Lanka: ICJ urges international oversight and victim-centred investigation into Chemmani mass grave in compliance with international law and standards - The International Commission of Jurists - ICJSri Lanka: ICJ urges international oversight and victim-centred investigation into Chemmani mass grave in compliance with international law and standards  The International Commission of Jurists - ICJ

Sri Lanka gets 20-pct Trump tariff - EconomyNextSri Lanka gets 20-pct Trump tariff  EconomyNext

Sri Lanka hit by plastic pollution after cargo ship sinks off Indian coast - MongabaySri Lanka hit by plastic pollution after cargo ship sinks off Indian coast  Mongabay

Sri Lanka to offer free visas to 40 countries to boost tourism: Foreign Minister - The Economic TimesSri Lanka to offer free visas to 40 countries to boost tourism: Foreign Minister  The Economic Times

Missed The Bus? Revisiting 38 Years Of The Indo-Sri Lanka Accord – Analysis - Eurasia ReviewMissed The Bus? Revisiting 38 Years Of The Indo-Sri Lanka Accord – Analysis  Eurasia Review

Sri Lanka Cricket dismisses false claims of financial crisis - CricTrackerSri Lanka Cricket dismisses false claims of financial crisis  CricTracker

The Lanka Premier League 2025 will be played in November–December - Sri Lanka CricketThe Lanka Premier League 2025 will be played in November–December  Sri Lanka Cricket

Thailand, UAE, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Vietnam are the best international destinations under five hours from India for an unforgettable Independence Day weekend escape - Travel And Tour WorldThailand, UAE, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Vietnam are the best international destinations under five hours from India for an unforgettable Independence Day weekend escape  Travel And Tour World

Bollywood Star Hrithik Roshan arrives in Sri Lanka (Video) - NewswireBollywood Star Hrithik Roshan arrives in Sri Lanka (Video)  Newswire

City of Dreams Sri Lanka debuts South Asia’s first integrated luxury resort - Daily Mirror - Sri LankaCity of Dreams Sri Lanka debuts South Asia’s first integrated luxury resort  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

US announces 20% tariff on Sri Lankan exports - The Economic TimesUS announces 20% tariff on Sri Lankan exports  The Economic Times

Asim Munir rushed to Beijing, skipped Sri Lanka and Indonesia: How Pakistan is playing US & China to... - MoneycontrolAsim Munir rushed to Beijing, skipped Sri Lanka and Indonesia: How Pakistan is playing US & China to...  Moneycontrol

Sri Lanka to allow visa-free entry for 40 nationalities - TTG AsiaSri Lanka to allow visa-free entry for 40 nationalities  TTG Asia

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

Sri Lanka Cyclone Fengal 2024 - DREF Final Report MDRLK021 - ReliefWebSri Lanka Cyclone Fengal 2024 - DREF Final Report MDRLK021  ReliefWeb

Peace or Oppression? The Fraught Symbolism of Sri Lanka’s National Waterlily - ArtReviewPeace or Oppression? The Fraught Symbolism of Sri Lanka’s National Waterlily  ArtReview

Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka, Bangladesh won by 83 runs - ESPNcricinfoBangladesh beat Sri Lanka, Bangladesh won by 83 runs  ESPNcricinfo

Sri Lanka Consumer Prices Fall the Least in 10 Months - TradingViewSri Lanka Consumer Prices Fall the Least in 10 Months  TradingView

Sri Lanka sacks high-ranking police officer over Easter Sunday bombings - The HinduSri Lanka sacks high-ranking police officer over Easter Sunday bombings  The Hindu

US tariff cut, trade hopes boost Sri Lanka shares to sixth weekly gain - TradingViewUS tariff cut, trade hopes boost Sri Lanka shares to sixth weekly gain  TradingView

Sri Lanka prioritizes global standards in biometrics infrastructure drive: official - Biometric UpdateSri Lanka prioritizes global standards in biometrics infrastructure drive: official  Biometric Update

Sri Lanka moves to strip former presidents’ privileges - theweek.inSri Lanka moves to strip former presidents’ privileges  theweek.in

Sri Lanka celebrating Poson Poya, marking arrival of Buddhism over 2000 years ago - NewsonairSri Lanka celebrating Poson Poya, marking arrival of Buddhism over 2000 years ago  Newsonair

Sri Lanka Trade Gap Widens on Surging Imports - TradingViewSri Lanka Trade Gap Widens on Surging Imports  TradingView

Anil Chaudhary defends Kumar Dharmasena after Sri Lanka umpire's howler at the Oval: Exclusive - myKhelAnil Chaudhary defends Kumar Dharmasena after Sri Lanka umpire's howler at the Oval: Exclusive  myKhel

Sri Lankan apex court orders $1bn compensation for X-Press Pearl disaster - Seatrade MaritimeSri Lankan apex court orders $1bn compensation for X-Press Pearl disaster  Seatrade Maritime

South Asia’s first integrated resort, ‘City of Dreams Sri Lanka’, opened - NewswireSouth Asia’s first integrated resort, ‘City of Dreams Sri Lanka’, opened  Newswire

India, Sri Lanka Ink Key Deals in Defence, Energy & Trade to Boost Strategic Ties - NewsonairIndia, Sri Lanka Ink Key Deals in Defence, Energy & Trade to Boost Strategic Ties  Newsonair

Sri Lanka's Colombo Consumer Price Index drops 0.3% year-on-year in July - TradingViewSri Lanka's Colombo Consumer Price Index drops 0.3% year-on-year in July  TradingView

Sri Lanka to host Lanka Premier League 2025 in November-December - InsideSportSri Lanka to host Lanka Premier League 2025 in November-December  InsideSport

Two Sri Lankans held with 210kg ganja off TN coast - Times of IndiaTwo Sri Lankans held with 210kg ganja off TN coast  Times of India

Jason Sangha pushes Test credentials with unbeaten double ton vs Sri Lanka A - ESPNcricinfoJason Sangha pushes Test credentials with unbeaten double ton vs Sri Lanka A  ESPNcricinfo

Launch of City of Dreams Sri Lanka casino resort to be ‘transformative’ for South Asia: local partner - GGRAsiaLaunch of City of Dreams Sri Lanka casino resort to be ‘transformative’ for South Asia: local partner  GGRAsia

Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka, Bangladesh won by 8 wickets (with 21 balls remaining) - ESPNcricinfoBangladesh beat Sri Lanka, Bangladesh won by 8 wickets (with 21 balls remaining)  ESPNcricinfo

As Sri Lanka’s economy pivots from tourism, it’s well placed to benefit from global trade and geopolitical jostling – new research - The ConversationAs Sri Lanka’s economy pivots from tourism, it’s well placed to benefit from global trade and geopolitical jostling – new research  The Conversation

England v Sri Lanka in 2024: A series victory that posed as many questions as it answered for the hosts - WisdenEngland v Sri Lanka in 2024: A series victory that posed as many questions as it answered for the hosts  Wisden

Sri Lanka waives visa fees for 40 countries to boost tourism - Travel TomorrowSri Lanka waives visa fees for 40 countries to boost tourism  Travel Tomorrow

Sri Lanka Cricket dismisses false claims of financial crisis - MSNSri Lanka Cricket dismisses false claims of financial crisis  MSN

Sri Lanka Aims To Preserve Its Rich Heritage While Driving Growth In The Nation’s Tourism Industry - Travel And Tour WorldSri Lanka Aims To Preserve Its Rich Heritage While Driving Growth In The Nation’s Tourism Industry  Travel And Tour World

Sri Lanka Cricket assists Japanese Cricket to prepare for the EAP and Asia World Cup qualifiers - Sri Lanka CricketSri Lanka Cricket assists Japanese Cricket to prepare for the EAP and Asia World Cup qualifiers  Sri Lanka Cricket

India’s richest person is Mukesh Ambani, but do you know who the richest are in Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, - India.ComIndia’s richest person is Mukesh Ambani, but do you know who the richest are in Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh,  India.Com

US announces 20 tariff on Sri Lankan exports - theweek.inUS announces 20 tariff on Sri Lankan exports  theweek.in

LPL 2025 dates officially announced by Sri Lanka Cricket - Cricket AddictorLPL 2025 dates officially announced by Sri Lanka Cricket  Cricket Addictor

Sri Lanka welcomes tariff revision - Knitting IndustrySri Lanka welcomes tariff revision  Knitting Industry

No country will be allowed to use Sri Lankan territory against another: Cabinet spokesperson - The HinduNo country will be allowed to use Sri Lankan territory against another: Cabinet spokesperson  The Hindu

Exclusive: Ship Operator “Extremely Disappointed” Over Sri Lanka Ruling on X-Press Pearl Disaster - Pulitzer CenterExclusive: Ship Operator “Extremely Disappointed” Over Sri Lanka Ruling on X-Press Pearl Disaster  Pulitzer Center

Sri Lanka President Dissanayake says nation yet to be true victor till it secures lasting peace & justice - NewsonairSri Lanka President Dissanayake says nation yet to be true victor till it secures lasting peace & justice  Newsonair

LIBA aims to unlock trade opportunities between India, Sri Lanka - - NewsonairLIBA aims to unlock trade opportunities between India, Sri Lanka -  Newsonair

PM Modi reaches Colombo on three-day state visit to Sri Lanka - NewsonairPM Modi reaches Colombo on three-day state visit to Sri Lanka  Newsonair

PM Modi’s visit reinforces Sri Lanka’s important role in India’s ‘Neighbourhood First Policy’: Dissanayake’s office - The HinduPM Modi’s visit reinforces Sri Lanka’s important role in India’s ‘Neighbourhood First Policy’: Dissanayake’s office  The Hindu

7 places in Sri Lanka that are believed to hold traces of the Ramayana - Times of India7 places in Sri Lanka that are believed to hold traces of the Ramayana  Times of India

Sri Lanka visas to be made free for UK tourists - The IndependentSri Lanka visas to be made free for UK tourists  The Independent

Ambassador Chung's Remarks for the Sri Lanka—USA Business Council Annual General Meeting - U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka (.gov)Ambassador Chung's Remarks for the Sri Lanka—USA Business Council Annual General Meeting  U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka (.gov)

Lanka Premier League 2025 to Be Held from November 27 to December 23 Across Three Venues - Sports News PortalLanka Premier League 2025 to Be Held from November 27 to December 23 Across Three Venues  Sports News Portal

PM Modi conferred prestigious ‘Mithra Vibhushana’ medal by Sri Lanka - The HinduPM Modi conferred prestigious ‘Mithra Vibhushana’ medal by Sri Lanka  The Hindu

7 stunning beachfront Airbnbs in Sri Lanka - Condé Nast Traveller India7 stunning beachfront Airbnbs in Sri Lanka  Condé Nast Traveller India

Sri Lanka Deports 85 Chinese Nationals Convicted of Cyber Crimes - - NewsonairSri Lanka Deports 85 Chinese Nationals Convicted of Cyber Crimes -  Newsonair

TBWA\Sri Lanka and Maliban launch ‘HumaniTill’ to drive purpose-led giving and transform lives - MediaNews4UTBWA\Sri Lanka and Maliban launch ‘HumaniTill’ to drive purpose-led giving and transform lives  MediaNews4U

Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka 2025 - ESPNcricinfoBangladesh tour of Sri Lanka 2025  ESPNcricinfo

High Commissioner to Sri Lanka - Australian Minister for Foreign AffairsHigh Commissioner to Sri Lanka  Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs

City of Dreams Sri Lanka Set to Transform South Asia’s Gaming Industry - iGamingToday.comCity of Dreams Sri Lanka Set to Transform South Asia’s Gaming Industry  iGamingToday.com

Sri Lanka rupee depreciates amid record current account surplus : analysis - EconomyNextSri Lanka rupee depreciates amid record current account surplus : analysis  EconomyNext

Sri Lanka Extends Visa-Free Travel To 40 Countries, Including India, China, Japan And South Korea! - Times NowSri Lanka Extends Visa-Free Travel To 40 Countries, Including India, China, Japan And South Korea!  Times Now

Sri Lanka and the IMF: Another stark example of the need for urgent debt restructure reform - Bretton Woods ProjectSri Lanka and the IMF: Another stark example of the need for urgent debt restructure reform  Bretton Woods Project

Bangladesh sink after 7 for 5 collapse and Asalanka century - ESPNcricinfoBangladesh sink after 7 for 5 collapse and Asalanka century  ESPNcricinfo

Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh, Sri Lanka won by 99 runs - ESPNcricinfoSri Lanka beat Bangladesh, Sri Lanka won by 99 runs  ESPNcricinfo

An aging leopard’s suffering sparks ethical debate in Sri Lanka - MongabayAn aging leopard’s suffering sparks ethical debate in Sri Lanka  Mongabay

Sri Lanka pioneers global effort to reduce corruption in health products - World Health Organization (WHO)Sri Lanka pioneers global effort to reduce corruption in health products  World Health Organization (WHO)

Sri Lanka’s plant messiah spreads optimism for biodiversity & conservation - MongabaySri Lanka’s plant messiah spreads optimism for biodiversity & conservation  Mongabay

Strengthening Nutrition in Schools in Sri Lanka - UnicefStrengthening Nutrition in Schools in Sri Lanka  Unicef

Sustaining transformative growth in Sri Lanka 2025–2030 - ODI: Think changeSustaining transformative growth in Sri Lanka 2025–2030  ODI: Think change

Chennai-Colombo flight ‘thoroughly searched’ upon arrival in Sri Lanka for Pahalgam attack suspects - The HinduChennai-Colombo flight ‘thoroughly searched’ upon arrival in Sri Lanka for Pahalgam attack suspects  The Hindu

Sri Lanka tusker death sparks euthanasia debate & calls for conservation solutions - MongabaySri Lanka tusker death sparks euthanasia debate & calls for conservation solutions  Mongabay

India – Sri Lanka Joint Statement: Fostering Partnerships for a Shared Future - PM IndiaIndia – Sri Lanka Joint Statement: Fostering Partnerships for a Shared Future  PM India

Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh, Sri Lanka won by 77 runs - ESPNcricinfoSri Lanka beat Bangladesh, Sri Lanka won by 77 runs  ESPNcricinfo

Asia Cup 2025 in UAE starting September 9; India vs Pakistan on September 14 - ESPNcricinfoAsia Cup 2025 in UAE starting September 9; India vs Pakistan on September 14  ESPNcricinfo

How China’s ‘big winner’ BYD conquered Sri Lanka’s car market - South China Morning PostHow China’s ‘big winner’ BYD conquered Sri Lanka’s car market  South China Morning Post