Colombo

Colombo (Rajeev Sharma): As anticipation builds around the high-voltage India–Pakistan cricket encounter in Colombo, the ripple effects are being felt far beyond the boundary ropes. From upscale nightlife hubs to roadside vendors, sections of Sri Lankan society are witnessing an unexpected surge in business tied to the much-awaited fixture. In the capital’s chic Park Street Mews district, known for its vibrant evenings, the atmosphere has turned electric. A short drive along Kynsey Mawatha past De Soysa Circle reveals a polished side of Colombo — gleaming high-rises, spotless avenues, luxury car showrooms and fine-dining establishments that reinforce the city’s cosmopolitan port…