Tag: Colombo

Pakistan U-Turn Saves Blockbuster India Clash as Politics Step Aside in Colombo

Commonwealth Sports Asanga Divulweva -
Colombo—In an unexpected development late last night, Pakistan announced it will play India as originally planned in the ICC...

A New Way to Buy Flights Is Landing in Sri Lanka—And It Could Change Airline Retail Forever

Commonwealth Aviation Asanga Divulweva -
The airline and travel industry has experienced a significant shift in how airlines sell fares and package their products....

Safety First at 30,000 Feet: Sri Lankan Airlines Jet Turns Back Mid-Climb, Lands Safely in Colombo

Commonwealth Aviation Asanga Divulweva -
Colombo — An Airbus A321neo belonging to Sri Lankan Airlines that was travelling to Kuwait experienced technical difficulties and...

Jaishankar’s Colombo visit ends with $450m relief aid to Sri Lanka!

Asia Sarojini P -
Sri Lanka (Commonwealth Union)_ India on Tuesday announced a major relief and reconstruction package for Sri Lanka as External...

Can Sri Lanka Survive Cyclone Ditwah’s Aftermath? Deaths Surge and Hundreds Remain Missing

Lead_Story Roshan Abayasekara -
A boat carrying people moves through a flooded street, following heavy rainfall at Wellampitiya, a low-lying suburb of Colombo. Likewise,...

Sustainability meets spirituality: What makes this green pilgrimage between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka so special?

Asia Sarojini P -
Sri Lanka (Commonwealth Union)_ Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have signed a new agreement to enhance cooperation in sustainable tourism...
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How Did Sri Lankan-Born Alston Koch Rise to Influence Australia’s Music Scene and International Cultural Diplomacy?

Commonwealth Entertainment Ishini Dabare -
Appointed as the Commonwealth Union’s Envoy to Australia and the Pacific Region in October 2025, Alston Koch carries a...

From Controversial Run-Outs to Total Dominance — Did India Just Seal Their World Cup Destiny?

Commonwealth Sports Ishini Dabare -
It was another commanding display from India Women as they stormed to an emphatic 88-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan...

High-Flying Triumph: Colombo Kite Festival Draws Global Spotlight

Commonwealth Travel Ishini Dabare -
The Colombo International Kite Festival 2025 wrapped up triumphantly, attracting thousands of attendees, competitors, and onlookers to the famous Galle Face Green. Arranged by Sri Lanka Tourism in partnership with Derana Media Network, the festival signified Sri...

How Clarence Wijewardena’s Story Is Captivating Audiences From Colombo to London

Commonwealth Entertainment Ishini Dabare -
Rhythm of the Guitar: Clarence has created quite the stir in Sri Lanka’s film industry, becoming a cultural sensation...

Adani Eyes $8.7 Billion Mega Port: Could Vadhvan Redefine India’s Maritime Map?

Commonwealth Maritime and Trade Asanga Divulweva -
Alright, let’s cut to the chase:Adani Ports (APSEZ) is basically eyeing India’s next mega-port fantasy—the Vadhvan Port project. We’re...

Colombo Port’s Meteoric Rise: How Sri Lanka’s Gateway Is Transforming World Shipping in 2025

Commonwealth Maritime and Trade Asanga Divulweva -
Colombo Port pulled off nothing short of a maritime masterstroke in early 2025 when the Sri Lanka Ports Authority...

India Sets Out to Become World Shipping Hub: Can It Overtake Singapore and Colombo?

Commonwealth Maritime and Trade Asanga Divulweva -
India is taking a new path in international container shipping to regain billions lost in transshipment charges and become...

Shah Rukh Khan at City of Dreams? Here’s Why the World Is Watching Colombo This August

Commonwealth Entertainment Sarojini P -
Sri Lanka (Commonwealth Union)_ Bollywood king Shah Rukh Khan is expected to visit Sri Lanka this year to grace...

Want to Study in Australia? Colombo’s Hosting the Ultimate Insider Event This Weekend!

Commonwealth Education Piumi Fernando -
Colombo is hosting a significant portion of the "Festival of Australia" this week. This Australia-wide shindig is all about...

From London to Colombo: Commonwealth Nations Push Back Against Iran-Israel Escalation

Global Ishini Dabare -
Global (Commonwealth Union) _ As the Iran-Israel conflict enters the fourth day, many leaders across the world, including Commonwealth...