Wimal?s dual role

Jaishankar and Ranil hold talks in Colombo

Indian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. S. Jaishankar, commenced his official visit to Sri Lanka with a significant meeting with President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the President House in Colombo

21 Jun, 2024

Video of young Lankan girl controlling elephant goes viral

Astonishing footage of a modern-day David vs Goliath confrontation has emerged – with the underdog being a small girl, the Daily Mail reported. In an almost spooky fashion, a child has been filmed walking right up to an approaching elephant on a road and seemingly controlling it by showing it the palm of her hand. The dramatic scene unfolded in Sri Lanka, with the girl showing absolutely no fear as she walks towards the creature gazing down upon her. Remarkably, the elephant, despite its mass

11 Jun, 2016

Gourmet Galle: A culinary extravaganza on the south coast of Sri Lanka

Gourmet Galle, the partner festival to the esteemed Galle Literary Festival, launched an exceptional 12-week culinary celebration on the picturesque shores of the south of Sri Lanka. Conceived by Geoffrey Dobbs, the festival Director, and founder, Gourmet Galle brought people out of the wintry cold and dark countries, offering an extended food festival experience amidst the tropical coastal landscape. Festival Manager Eliane Sterchi spoke to Colombo Gazette about the event.

18 Mar, 2024