Last Updated: July 2025 Introduction to Sri Lanka's ETA System Sri Lanka's Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system has revolutionized travel to this tropical paradise, making the visa application process faster and more efficient than ever before. Whether you're dreaming of exploring ancient temples in Kandy, surfing the waves at Arugam Bay, or spotting leopards in Yala National Park,...

Sri Lanka, the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean,” is a true paradise for hiking and trekking enthusiasts. With its diverse landscape, ranging from golden beaches and lush rainforests to picturesque tea plantations and impressive mountain peaks, the island nation offers a wealth of opportunities for outdoor adventurers. In this comprehensive guide, we show you the best hiking and...

How far would you go to learn a foreign language? For Brian Linebaugh, a data engineer from California, this question led to a journey that would change his life forever. His passion for the Tamil language not only drove him to study it for over twenty years but also to create an impressive documentary about Tamil culture and traditions: Beyond Words – Stories from Tamil Landscapes....

A woman's life completely changed after a robbery at her supermarket business that was earning ₹1 lakh monthly. This is the story of Ilavarasi, married at 18, whose father moved from Madurai to Kerala for work and started a snack business. After losing nearly ₹1 crore in the supermarket robbery, her husband wanted to return to their hometown, but Ilavarasi refused, saying she would only return...

  MGR's political journey, from Congress to DMK and finally AIADMK, marks a monumental era. His unique history of transitioning from cinema to Chief Ministership remains unparalleled. In 1972, he was expelled from the DMK due to internal conflicts—a decision whose repercussions the then DMK leader Karunanidhi failed to foresee, but it sent shockwaves among the masses. No other...