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  This cricketer won World Cup with Sanath Jayasuriya in 1996, now owns luxurious resort in Sri Lanka

  Cricket | May 30, 2025 13:34 IST

  Sri Lanka changed the way the batting team played during the field restrictions in the World Cup 1996. Along with Sanath Jayasuriya, this Sri Lankan cricketer played a crucial role in winning the mega event for his team with his batting approach.

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  India not dharamshala, can't host refugees from all over: SC junks Sri Lankan man's plea

  India | May 19, 2025 16:48 IST

  A bench comprising Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice K Vinod Chandran was hearing a plea by a Sri Lankan citizen, who was arrested in 2015 on suspicion of having connections to the LTTE, a terrorist organisation once active in Sri Lanka.

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  Srilankan Airlines suspends all flights to Lahore amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions

  World | May 08, 2025 14:49 IST

  Three explosions were heard in quick succession in Walton Road of Pakistan's Lahore on Thursday (May 8), prompting residents to rush out of their homes in fear. The blasts happened in the vicinity of Gulberg, which is one of Lahore's most upscale and sensitive districts.

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  BCB expect Taskin Ahmed to regain full fitness ahead of Sri Lanka series

  Cricket | May 06, 2025 20:12 IST

  The Bangladesh Cricket Board expects Taskin Ahmed to regain full fitness ahead of the Sri Lanka tour in June. The pacer missed the recently concluded Test series against Zimbabwe as he was in London for rehab.

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  Flight from Chennai searched at Sri Lanka airport on suspicion of Pahalgam attacker on board

  World | May 03, 2025 23:46 IST

  Pahalgam terror attack: Amid the tensions, Pakistan-based media channels and certain social media handles started a coordinated disinformation campaign aimed at various Indian Armed Forces officials, amidst cross border tensions following India's swift and decisive response.

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  Sri Lanka probes viral photo of Lord Buddha's sacred tooth relic amid strict ban on photography

  World | April 21, 2025 12:12 IST

  Acting IGP Priyantha Weerasooriya said preliminary investigations are underway to determine when the image was captured. He added that the Criminal Investigation Department's assistance would be sought if required.

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  Sri Lanka cancels plan to hold naval exercise off Trincomalee with Pakistan after India's concerns

  World | April 19, 2025 6:49 IST

  Following India's objections to the Sri Lanka-Pakistan navy drills in the strategic waters of Trincomalee, Colombo has decided to cancel plans to hold the naval exercise with Islamabad. Notably, India has been extending assistance to Sri Lanka in developing Trincomalee's energy infrastructure.

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  PM Modi meets Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup winning stars in Colombo | WATCH

  Cricket | April 06, 2025 18:14 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi was captured interacting with Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup winning heroes in Colombo. He took to X to share pictures and videos of the same, and the likes of Sanath Jayasuriya and Chaminda Vaas were present as well.

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  PM Modi calls his aerial 'darshan' of Ram Setu a divine coincidence with Surya Tilak in Ayodhya

  India | April 06, 2025 15:11 IST

  Calling it a divine coincidence, PM Modi said that it happened at the same time as the Surya Tilak (of Ram Lalla on the occasion of Ram Navami) was taking place in Ayodhya.

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  PM Modi Awarded Sri Lanka's Highest Honor For Strengthening Bilateral Ties| 5th April | Speed News

  Originals | April 05, 2025 18:58 IST

  PM Modi was awarded Sri Lanka's highest honor for strengthening bilateral ties. Nitish Kumar's JDU faced a rift as five leaders resigned over the waqf bill. Vadodara crash accused was high on marijuana, not alcohol, police reveal. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.

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  PM Modi raises fishermen issue with Sri Lankan President, says 'agreed on humanitarian approach'

  World | April 06, 2025 0:00 IST

  PM Modi in Sri Lanka: As per MEA reports, Sri Lankan authorities have decided to release 11 fishermen imminently and a few more in the coming days on humanitarian grounds.

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  'Sri Lanka won't permit its territory to be used against India': Dissanayake reaffirms stand

  World | April 05, 2025 14:35 IST

  Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has reaffirmed Sri Lanka's stand that it will not permit its territory to be used against India. Earlier, India and Sri Lanka inked a major defence pact, set to bolster the New Delhi-Colombo ties.

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  PM Modi raises Tamil issue with President Dissanayake, says 'expect Sri Lanka govt to fulfil..'

  World | April 05, 2025 14:45 IST

  PM Modi, who is on a three-day visit to Sri Lanka, held bilateral discussions with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. While addressing joint press briefing, PM Modi raised issue of Tamils in Sri Lanka, saying that he expects the Sri Lankan government to fulfil their aspirations.

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  PM Modi in Srilanka: Ceremonial Guard of Honour Marks PM Modi’s Arrival in Sri Lanka

  News | April 05, 2025 12:29 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Colombo on Saturday, receiving a grand ceremonial welcome and a guard of honour to kick off his three-day visit to Sri Lanka. The visit aims to bolster bilateral relations, with expected agreements in defence, health, trade, and energy sectors.

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  PM Modi holds delegation level talks with Sri Lanka President Dissanayake, MoUs exchanged

  World | April 05, 2025 13:05 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a three-day visit to Sri Lanka, was earlier accorded a ceremonial welcome after he was received by Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Independence Square.

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  PM Modi receives special welcome in Colombo; five Sri Lankan ministers arrive at airport | Video

  World | April 04, 2025 23:51 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins a three-day visit to Sri Lanka. As per the schedule, PM will hold wide-ranging talks with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Saturday.

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  PM Modi embarks on Sri Lanka visit: Defence pact to connectivity, check top agenda

  World | April 04, 2025 19:21 IST

  After concluding his Thailand visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emplaned for Sri Lanka on Friday. PM Modi earlier attended the BIMSTEC Summit grouping in Bangkok, where he held bilateral discussion with BIMSTEC partner nations.

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  PM Modi reaches Bangkok to attend 6th BIMSTEC Summit, followed by Sri Lanka visit

  World | April 03, 2025 11:11 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Bangkok to attend the 6th BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok. Following the summit, he will visit Sri Lanka for bilateral talks with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

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  PM Modi's two-nation tour to Thailand, Sri Lanka begins next week; to attend BIMSTEC summit

  India | March 28, 2025 12:48 IST

  PM Modi's two-nation tour of Thailand and Sri Lanka is scheduled to begin from April 3. PM will visit Bangkok from April 3 to 4 and then will visit Sri Lanka.

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  Tamil Nadu: Seven Indian Fishermen Return To Chennai After Being Released From Sri Lankan Prison

  News | March 27, 2025 13:30 IST

  7 fishermen were released from Sri Lankan prison after being arrested for allegedly crossing border for fishing. Out of the 7, 4 belonged to Ramanathapuram district and the other 3 were arrested near Dhanushkodi.