The decree applies to employees of the state and education sectors, and was aimed at reducing the rush to public transport in the nation of 21 million.
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In Pictures: Sri Lanka’s Protesters Remain Defiant
As the pain of an economic crisis deepens, a nation’s anger and desperation are visible.
Your Tuesday Briefing: A Marcos Victory?
Plus the resignation of Sri Lanka’s prime minister and Taiwan’s pandemic pivot.
Sri Lanka’s Leader Declares State of Emergency Amid Protests
It was the second such declaration in weeks by Gotabaya Rajapaksa, whose government is being blamed for the country’s deepening economic crisis.
Your Wednesday Briefing: Putin’s defiance
The Russian leader spoke at length about his vision for the war.
Sri Lanka’s President Gotabaya Rajapaksa Faces Huge Protest
Gotabaya Rajapaksa is used to silencing and discrediting his political opponents. But that’s harder to do this time.
Sri Lanka Protesters, Driven by Economic Pain, Defy Government Curfew
To avoid provoking the security services, demonstrators held largely silent rallies in a show of growing frustration at the president and anger with the dwindling standard of living in the country.
Sri Lanka Economy Has ‘Hit Rock Bottom,’ Putting Pressure on President
A debt crisis is disrupting life across Sri Lanka, where food and fuel are suddenly either unavailable or exorbitantly priced. Protests are rising against a president with a reputation for brutality.
Dead Animals Wash Ashore in Sri Lanka After Ship Spills Chemicals
At least four whales, 20 dolphins and 176 turtles are among the dead as the nation grapples with its worst environmental disaster.
Sri Lankan Critics Fear a Crackdown Is Underway, and Some Flee
A Swiss Embassy employee was abducted and asked about asylum applications and investigators were banned from leaving just days after Gotabaya Rajapaksa was elected.