Hundreds of Buddhist monks have rallied in the capital of Sri Lanka to protest alleged government disrespect of their religion and disregard for a long-standing tradition that they be consulted in matters of state.

Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe have advanced to the Super 8s, but Thursday's match determines Group B's top spot. Sri Lanka aim to confirm their dominance, while Zimbabwe seek validation after a stunning upset over Australia.

As the tournament moves into this crucial phase, the clash takes on extra significance. For Zimbabwe, it offers a stern test against a balanced and in-form Sri Lankan side.

New Zealand can adapt quickly to switching to Sri Lankan pitches in the T20 World Cup after playing all their matches so far in India, said batsman Mark Chapman on Friday.

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That is the plight of Sri Lanka, which since November has been recovering from Cyclone Ditwah. An inexperienced government—led by a former Marxist revolutionary committed to stamping out graft—has weathered the storm,

Sri Lanka, Feb. 20 -- The "Maha Sangha Samuluwa" ( Sangha Convention) officially commenced a short while ago at the All Ceylon Buddhist Congress (ACBC) headquarters in Colombo. The event brings together the Maha Sangha from all three main Buddhist chapters (Siam,

Sri Lankan legislators have overwhelmingly voted to scrap their pensions, as the Marxist-leaning government fulfills a key campaign promise. The vote Tuesday was 154-2.