Yet another election will be held in Sri Lanka, undeterred by the COVID-19 crisis. Though some sane voices have pleaded for postponement of election to a future date after the end of COVID-19 crisis, the powers that be in Sri Lanka have decided that election should take place now.

Opportunity for Sri Lankan Tamils to revisit their priorities

The postal voting for over 700,000 Sri Lankan officers, who will be on duty on August 5 for the parliamentary polls, began on Monday amidst special security measures, following a sudden spike in COVID-19 cases in the country.

Postal voting for over 700,00 Sri Lankan officials begins amid new COVID-19 threat

Sri Lanka's top election official has expressed concern over the delay in enforcing the COVID-19 health guidelines for the August 5 parliamentary elections, warning that candidates and supporters were defying measures to contain the spread of the disease which could endanger public safety.

Lanka's election chief concerned over delay in enforcing COVID-19 health guidelines for polls

The Sri Lankan elections for a new parliament have been long overdue due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, as the country is now easing up its lockdown, the elections will be held on August 05.

Sri Lanka conducts second mock poll; election commission satisfied with preparations

Sri Lanka's new president named his elder brother Mahinda Rajapaksa for the post of prime ministership, a spokesperson said on Wednesday. Sri Lanka's new President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will swear in his elder brother and former president Mahinda, Government spokesman Vijayananda Herath said, reports AFP.

Gotabaya Rajapaksa names brother Mahinda as Sri Lanka PM

Sri Lanka's new ''controversial'' President. Watch his full story.

Sri Lanka's new ''controversial'' President

Gravitas: Sri Lanka: Gotabaya Rajapaksa Takes Charge

After the results of Sri Lanka presidential election, Gotabaya Rajapaksa will shortly sworn-in as the President. Understand, What does Gotabaya Rajapaksa's victory mean for India?

Gotabaya Rajapaksa's victory in Sri Lanka: What does it mean for India?

After the results of Sri Lanka presidential election, Gotabaya Rajapaksa will shortly sworn-in as the President.

Sri Lanka presidential election: Gotabaya Rajapaksa will shortly sworn-in as the President

On WION Edit, we will explore what does Gotabaya Rajapaksa's victory mean for India, China and the region at large? First, there is no sugar-coating the fact that the Rajapaksas are close to China.

WION Edit: What does Sri Lanka election results mean for India?

The winner of Sri Lanka's presidential election, Gotabaya Rajapaksa made national security his top priority after being sworn in on Monday at an ancient temple in the north-central city of Anuradhapura where he received blessings from Buddhist monks.

Blessed by Buddhist monks, Sri Lanka's new president prioritises national security

Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who spearheaded the brutal crushing of the Tamil Tigers 10 years ago, stormed to victory Sunday in Sri Lanka's presidential elections seven months after Islamist extremist attacks killed 269 people. The retired lieutenant colonel, nicknamed the "Terminator" by his own family, won 53-54 per cent of the vote, his spokesman told AFP as Rajapaksa's main rival Sajith Premadasa of the ruling party conceded the race. "It is a clear win. We envisaged it. We are very happy that Gota will be the next president. He will be sworn in tomorrow or the day after," spokesman Keheliya Rambukwella said.

Gotabaya Rajapaksa wins Sri Lanka Presidential election

Gotabaya Rajapaksa: It's a new journey for Sri Lanka

Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who spearheaded the brutal crushing of the Tamil Tigers 10 years ago, stormed to victory Sunday in Sri Lanka's presidential elections seven months after Islamist extremist attacks killed 269 people.

Sri Lanka presidential election 2019: Gotabaya Rajapaksa storms to victory

Sri Lanka's former wartime defence secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa took an early lead Sunday in a fiercely fought presidential election conducted under high security seven months after deadly Islamist attacks.

Sri Lanka Presidential election: Rajapaksa camp  claims victory

Sri Lanka Presidential election: Counting underway

Sri Lanka Presidential election: Gotabaya Rajapaksa takes early lead

After the results of Sri Lanka presidential election, WION Speaks to Dr. S. Y. Quraishi, Former Chief Election Commissioner of India for more clarity on the victory of Gotabaya Rajapaksa.

Sri Lanka presidential election: WION Speaks to Dr. S. Y. Quraishi, Former CEC of India

Sri Lanka's former wartime defence secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa has won the presidency with a clear majority, his spokesman told AFP on Sunday, a day after the polls.

Gotabaya Rajapaksa spokesman claims victory in Sri Lanka election

After the results of Sri Lanka presidential election, WION Speaks to Iqbal Athas, Political Editor at Sunday Times from Sri Lanka for more clarity on the victory of Gotabaya Rajapaksa.

Sri Lanka presidential election: WION Speaks to Iqbal Athas, Political Editor from Sri Lanka

Gotabaya Rajapaksa has won the presidency with a clear majority, his spokesman told AFP on Sunday, a day after the polls. Gotabaya Rajapaksa is the one who spearheaded the brutal crushing of the Tamil Tigers 10 years ago "It is a clear win. We envisaged it. We are very happy that Gota will be the next president. He will be sworn in tomorrow or the day after," spokesman Keheliya Rambukwella said.

Gotabaya Rajapaksa: Looking forward to meet PM Narendra Modi

Sri Lankans began voting on Saturday for a new president in what could mark a comeback for the Rajapaksa clan, lauded by supporters for crushing the Tamil Tigers but condemned by critics for war crimes, corruption and cosying up to China.

Sri Lanka presidential election: Sajith Premadasa urges people to go out and vote

Sri Lanka polls to have major implications for India

During Sri Lanka presidential election, WION Speaks to Dr. Aruna Kulatunga, Political Analyst from Colombo for more clarity on this.

Sri Lanka presidential election: WION Speaks to Dr Aruna Kulatunga, political analyst from Colombo