Dissanayake picks a 21-member cabinet as he plans sweeping reforms, including a campaign promise of a new constitution.
President Dissanayake’s party has won a two-thirds majority in parliament, including among Tamils and Muslims.
President Dissanayake now has the mandate he needs to tackle corruption and recover stolen assets after financial crash.
Here is why the upcoming parliamentary election is so significant for newly-elected President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
Move follows allegations of money laundering, delay tactics and mismanagement in dealing with aftermath of disaster.
All our updates as India end the hopes of the team that defeated them in the Asia Cup final.
Sri Lanka haven’t won a match yet, while India haven’t found their batting best form before their Group A match.
Jayasuriya takes on the role permanently after overseeing the men’s national team’s recent Test and one-day series wins.
All our updates as Pakistan upset one of the favourites on the opening day of the Women’s T20 World Cup in Sharjah, UAE.
Anura Kumara Dissanayake rode a wave of anger to power. But any Sri Lankan leader’s position is precarious today.
Six wickets from Nishan Peiris lead Sri Lanka to a win by an innings and 154 runs in the second Test at Galle.
Sri Lanka’s Kamindu Mendis enters the record books with a century in the second Test against New Zealand in Galle.
From champions Australia to challengers India, here’s how the squads line up for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024.
Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s call for unity amid ethnic divisions and pro-people economic reforms resonate on the island.
