Experience magic of Moratuwa at annual ‘Battle of the Golds’ in UAE
SHARJAH: Sri Lankan cricket fans in the UAE can expect some calypso-style cricket this weekend when the alumni of two famous schools in Moratuwa, St…
All set for desert ‘Battle of the Blues’
SHARJAH: The alumni of two of Sri Lanka’s oldest and renowned schools, Royal and S. Thomas will stage the Middle East version of Sri Lanka’s…
England to tour Sri Lanka for first time in six years
COLOMBO: England will play three Tests, five one-day internationals and a Twenty20 international during their winter tour of Sri Lanka in October and November. The…
Multi-faith event showcases solidarity of Sri Lankans
DUBAI: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka organized a special programme in coordination with the Sri Lankan community living in Dubai and the Northern Emirates…
Sweeping visa policy changes to attract Sri Lankan professionals living overseas
COLOMBO: Sri Lankans who have obtained citizenship in other countries will be able to obtain a lifetime permanent resident visa in Sri Lanka for US$…
Take the world’s most scenic train ride to Ella
COLOMBO: If you are thinking of exploring the wonders of Sri Lanka next time you are back home on holiday, and if you haven’t done…
British Prime Minister appoints Ranil Jayawardena as Trade Envoy for Sri Lanka
COLOMBO: British Prime Minister Theresa May has appointed Ranil Jayawardena, MP, as her trade envoy for Sri Lanka, the British High Commission in Colombo said….
Down Memory Lane with Farook Kassim
A prominent personality in the Sri Lankan community in the United Arab Emirates, Farook Kassim has been based in Dubai for over 42 years. He…
Sri Lankans in Toronto celebrate 70th Independence Day with great fervour
TORONTO: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Toronto organized many events in connection with the 70th Anniversary celebrations of Independence of Sri Lanka. The…
Obtaining a Good Conduct Certificate from Sri Lanka
DUBAI: Expatriates applying for a job in the UAE must obtain a certificate of good conduct in order to be issued a work permit. The…