Commonwealth News

On this holiday people spend quality time with their family and friends. Together they prepare special meals using seasonal produce and traditional desserts including Nanaimo bars and pumpkin pie as part of the celebration of the harvest.

On this day people celebrate the spirit of togetherness with their family and friends. Streets, homes and parks are decorated with the colours of the national flag and public gatherings, picnics and celebrations last for a week, including various religious and...

This holiday is celebrated with a week of activities to honour heroes from various sectors and services who have made significant accomplishments on the island. The day starts with a keynote speech by the Prime Minister and people enjoy and have family gatherings and...

After its success in 2022, Women's T20I Cricket will return to the Commonwealth Games 2026 scheduled in Australia. The 23rd Commonwealth Games unveiled its list of multi-sport competitions which will include 20 sports taking place from March 17-29, 2026. Visit here...

On this day people dress up in fresh new clothes and come together for night-long prayers. During the day there are long marches and communal meals in mosques. Muslims decorate their homes and public buildings with festive buntings and banners.

The government of Sri Lanka releases its restructured welfare benefits programme themed "leave no one behind." It aims to aid about 3.1 million vulnerable families. The applications are available for download from the Welfare Benefits Board website and registration...