Anura Dissanayake’s NPP coalition has won a decisive victory in Sri Lanka’s snap elections, marking a significant shift in the island nation’s political landscape. With promises to combat corruption and alleviate poverty,

In the first major political test for President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's NPP, Sri Lanka on Thursday headed to elect a new parliament. Back in September, the ruling party failed to secure 50 percent of the vote in the presidential elections.

Sri Lankan President Dissanayake's NPP wins a historic landslide, signaling a shift in politics. Despite past opposition to India, he seeks closer ties with India while avoiding geopolitical tensions.