Discover the diverse New Year celebrations around the world, from the Chinese Spring Festival and Islamic Hijri New Year to ...

The Excise Department has released an announcement specifying the 18 days in 2025 when liquor shops and bars across Sri Lanka ...

Here’s a look at some countries and regions that don’t mark New Year’s Day on January 1, and the rich cultural practices ...

Aluth Avurudda (Sinhala and Tamil New Year): Observed in April in Sri Lanka, this festival marks the end of the harvest season with traditional food, religious ceremonies, and community celebrations.

By Rathindra Kuruwita The local council (LG) elections will be held before the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, says Commissioner General of Elections Saman Sri Rathnayake. The long overdue provincial ...