The Economist

Led by a Marxist, battered by a storm, Sri Lanka is doing better

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,

Buddhist monks rally in Sri Lanka to pressure the government for a wider role in affairs of state

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.
East Asia Forum

Reforms stall in AKD’s Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s governing coalition has prioritised stability and anti-corruption, but delayed reforms and missteps threaten its popular mandate.
The Island

Dottin out obstructing the field as Sri Lanka clinch series

Deandra Dottin was given out obstructing the field as West Indies suffered their second narrow defeat as Sri Lanka clinched the ODI series 2-0. In the 30th over, Dottin went for a sweep against Chamari Athapaththu,

Sri Lanka launched a new digital nomad visa—find out if you qualify and how to apply

As of February 2026, Sri Lanka offers a year-long digital nomad visa to individuals aged 18 or older who earn at least $2,000 per month.
CricTracker on MSN

Afghanistan to host Sri Lanka for historic white-ball series in UAE

Afghanistan were eliminated from T20 World Cup 2026 after losing two games in Group Stage.
The Island

Prime Minister Attends the 40th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Nippon Educational and Cultural Centre

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya attended the special ceremony marking the 40th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Nippon Educational and Cultural Centre (SNECC), along with the 75th birthday of its Secretary General,
Sportstar

Sri Lanka tour of Afghanistan 2026 Schedule: Full list of matches, dates, timings

Here is the full schedule for Sri Lanka’s tour of Afghanistan, which begins on March 13, after the T20 World Cup 2026.