Sri Lanka News & Analysis

May 05, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

Sri Lanka's Monastic Scandal: 22 Monks Arrested in Drug Bust

Sri Lankan police arrest 22 Buddhist monks after discovering 110kg of cannabis in their luggage, igniting a national conversation on smuggling.

#Sri Lanka #Buddhist monks #drug smuggling

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Sri Lanka's Monks Arrested: Drug Trafficking Scandal Unfolds

The New York Times

April 29, 2026 • 4 min read • Elena Vasquez

Sri Lanka's Monks Arrested: Drug Trafficking Scandal Unfolds

Sri Lanka arrests 22 Buddhist monks in a major drug bust, exposing ties between religious figures and narcotics trafficking after cannabis discovered in luggage.

#Sri Lanka #Buddhist Monks #Drug Trafficking

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Sri Lankan Monks Arrested: 110kg Cannabis Uncovered in Luggage

BBC

April 28, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Sri Lankan Monks Arrested: 110kg Cannabis Uncovered in Luggage

Sri Lankan monks were arrested for attempting to transport 110kg of cannabis, highlighting rising drug trafficking concerns in the region.

#Sri Lanka #drug trafficking #Buddhist monks

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Sri Lanka's Four-Day Week: A Response to Global Fuel Crisis

The New York Times

March 23, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Sri Lanka's Four-Day Week: A Response to Global Fuel Crisis

Sri Lanka enforces a four-day work week amid fuel shortages, igniting debate over its impact on citizens and the economy.

#Sri Lanka #fuel crisis #Iran conflict

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Iranian Sailors Stranded in Sri Lanka Amidst Geopolitical Tensions

The New York Times

March 22, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Iranian Sailors Stranded in Sri Lanka Amidst Geopolitical Tensions

Over 250 Iranian sailors in Sri Lankan custody since the conflict's outset; Iran requests their return, while Sri Lanka faces complex dilemmas.

#Iran #Sri Lanka #maritime conflict

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Sinking of Iranian Warship by US Raises Indo-Pacific Tensions

BBC

March 11, 2026 • 3 min read • Elena Vasquez

Sinking of Iranian Warship by US Raises Indo-Pacific Tensions

The sinking of an Iranian vessel by the US near Sri Lanka escalates regional tensions, bringing conflict uncomfortably close to India.

#Iran #US #Indo-Pacific

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Sri Lanka Aids Iranian Crew After US-Iran Naval Escalation

The Guardian

March 07, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Sri Lanka Aids Iranian Crew After US-Iran Naval Escalation

Sri Lanka aids Iranian navy crew after US destroys Iranian warship, escalating tensions in the region.

#US-Iran relations #Sri Lanka #maritime security

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Pakistan Aims for Strong Victory Against Sri Lanka in T20 Clash

Al Jazeera

February 28, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Pakistan Aims for Strong Victory Against Sri Lanka in T20 Clash

Pakistan seeks a decisive win over Sri Lanka to secure a spot in the T20 World Cup semifinals, leveraging strategic plays and dynamic performances.

#Pakistan #Sri Lanka #T20 World Cup

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New Zealand Triumphs Over Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup Clash

Al Jazeera

February 26, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

New Zealand Triumphs Over Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup Clash

New Zealand's victory over Sri Lanka with a 61-run lead marks a pivotal moment in the T20 World Cup, altering regional dynamics in cricket.

#New Zealand #Sri Lanka #T20 World Cup

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Sri Lanka Arrests Ex-Intel Chief in Easter Attack Investigation

Al Jazeera

February 25, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

Sri Lanka Arrests Ex-Intel Chief in Easter Attack Investigation

Suresh Sallay, former Sri Lankan intelligence chief, arrested for alleged involvement in 2019 Easter attacks.

#Sri Lanka #terrorism #Easter attacks

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Sri Lankan Tea Country Hamlet Destroyed by Cyclone and Landslide

The New York Times

December 14, 2025

Sri Lankan Tea Country Hamlet Destroyed by Cyclone and Landslide

A historic hamlet in Sri Lanka's highland tea region, built by three generations from forbidden love, was completely destroyed by the worst storm in decades.

#Sri Lanka #climate change #South Asia

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Sri Lanka Cyclone Sparks Massive Grassroots Relief Mobilization

BBC

December 04, 2025

Sri Lanka Cyclone Sparks Massive Grassroots Relief Mobilization

Devastating cyclone in Sri Lanka triggers unprecedented community response as fishing boats become lifelines and local kitchens feed thousands of displaced residents.

#Sri Lanka #cyclone disaster #climate change

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Sri Lanka's Monastic Scandal: 22 Monks Arrested in Drug Bust

Sri Lanka's Monks Arrested: Drug Trafficking Scandal Unfolds

Sri Lankan Monks Arrested: 110kg Cannabis Uncovered in Luggage

Sri Lanka's Four-Day Week: A Response to Global Fuel Crisis

Iranian Sailors Stranded in Sri Lanka Amidst Geopolitical Tensions

Sinking of Iranian Warship by US Raises Indo-Pacific Tensions

Sri Lanka Aids Iranian Crew After US-Iran Naval Escalation

Pakistan Aims for Strong Victory Against Sri Lanka in T20 Clash

New Zealand Triumphs Over Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup Clash

Sri Lanka Arrests Ex-Intel Chief in Easter Attack Investigation

Sri Lankan Tea Country Hamlet Destroyed by Cyclone and Landslide

Sri Lanka Cyclone Sparks Massive Grassroots Relief Mobilization