Easter Bombings

Sri Lanka moves ahead with plan to ban burqa

The decision, which awaits a final nod from the parliament, raises concern about the rights of the Muslim minority in the country.

Colombo extends state of emergency – Sri Lanka attacks

President Maithripala Sirisena orders emergency for another 30 days, citing "public security," a month after deadly Easter bombings killed 258 people.

First major vigil held to mourn Sri Lanka attack victims

Hundreds gather in Colombo in a first major vigil and memorial since April 21 Easter bombings that killed 257 and wounded nearly 500 people.