In late January 2026, several Asian countries reintroduced COVID-era health screening procedures at airports and border points after a new outbreak of the Nipah virus was reported in the Indian state of West Bengal. This unprecedented move — affecting travel and public health policies across Asia — reflects renewed concerns about infectious diseases and international […]
Colombo, Sri Lanka — Sri Lanka continues to grapple with the consequences of Cyclone Ditwah, one of the worst natural disasters in recent memory, even as other major developments — both in sports and infrastructure — make headlines across the island. Cyclone Ditwah struck Sri Lanka in late November and early December 2025, leaving behind […]
On 21 January 2026, Sri Lanka marked a historic milestone in its cultural journey as a commemorative postage stamp and first-day cover celebrating 100 years of Sri Lankan cinema was unveiled at a special ceremony in Colombo. The launch at the National Film Corporation’s Tharangani Hall brought together film industry veterans, government officials, and cultural […]
