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England vs. Sri Lanka prediction, team news, pitch report and betting tips for 2nd ODI
England vs Sri Lanka 2nd ODI: prediction, team news, pitch report and best betting tips for the Headingley clash as England target a series-clinching win
HIGH SEASON Full-service flights from Vienna to Sri Lanka for €579
Escape to the enchanting island of Sri Lanka with affordable, comfortable Air India return flights from Vienna starting at just €579! Whether you seek sun-drenched beaches, cultural treasures, or wildlife adventures, Sri Lanka’s diverse landscape promises a h…
Pepper prices firm up on festival demand, lower domestic production
Prices of imported pepper, particularly from Sri Lanka, have also increased due to currency fluctuations in the Lankan rupee amid increased buying interest
Sonal Dinusha leads Sri Lanka’s great escape as India’s spinners falter in Colombo
Sonal Dinusha's remarkable unbeaten 133 played a pivotal role in securing a draw for Sri Lanka against India, as he skillfully partnered with the tailenders to stave off defeat on the fifth day. His stellar performance not only denied India a crucial victory …
Shubman Gill reveals why Mohammed Siraj struggled for pace against Sri Lanka
Captain Shubman Gill confirmed that Mohammed Siraj is recovering well and is not dealing with any injuries. Although Siraj's pace was noticeably lower during the recent drawn second Test, this can be attributed to his time away from the game since June. Gill …
Shubman Gill injury update: Will the India captain play first Test vs Sri Lanka
After his right finger was injured, the Indian skipper was pulled from fielding duties in the practice match against Sri Lanka and here's the chances on if Shubman Gill will play the first Test.
India vs Sri Lanka Cricket XI practice match: Scores, highlights and key performances ahead of IND vs SL Test series
With Team India getting ready for their two-match Test Series in Sri Lanka, here's a look at the practice match between India and Sri Lanka
Ind vs SL: Shubman Gill suffers finger injury, misses Day 1 of India's warm-up match ahead of Sri Lanka Tests
India captain Shubman Gill will miss the first day of the warm-up match due to a finger injury. The BCCI medical team is monitoring his progress as a precautionary measure. This practice game is India's sole competitive outing before the Test series. The t…
India Women's Paddlers Triumph Over Australia
India's women's table tennis team secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Australia in the Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships, with key wins from Sutirtha Mukherjee and Yashaswini Ghorpade. The team also defeated Sri Lanka 3-0, ensuring a medal berth, while…
Video of India's Sooryavanshi scrapping with Sri Lanka's cricketers is AI creation
India's teenage cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi had a heated on-field exchange with a Sri Lankan player during a match on June 15, but footage circulating on social media purportedly showing him lifting his opponent off the ground is AI-generated. The …
Ruturaj Gaikwad replaces injured Riyan Parag in India A squad for tri-Nation series in Sri Lanka
Ruturaj Gaikwad joins the India A squad for the upcoming tri-series in Sri Lanka. He steps in for Riyan Parag, who is sidelined with a hamstring injury. The series features India A, Sri Lanka A, and Afghanistan A. Parag's rehabilitation will be managed by the…
This time, how countries around the world celebrated the Vesak festival, divided into two groups, some in early May and some in late May.
The 2026 Vesak festival, commemorating the triple anniversary of Gautama Buddha, is being celebrated today (May 30) with great devotion by Buddhist communities across the world, including Sri Lanka. Although the dates for Vesak celebrations vary slightly in d…
Army man blinded by tree branch in Sri Lanka terror op gets war pension
Sri Lankan maternal ancestry reveals early migrations from Africa along the Indian Ocean
The African origin of anatomically modern humans is widely accepted. However, there is ongoing debate about the route they took and whether the early expansion into Oceania was through South Asia. Despite Sri Lanka being an island South Asian nation with the …
India handovers 134 cabs to Sri Lanka police to help maintain law and order
The country is again at risk of bankruptcy - Sajith
As Sri Lanka once again faces a serious risk of bankruptcy, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa emphasizes that the government should set aside its boasting and urgently enter into the next successor agreement with the IMF, or the International Monetary Fund.T…
Free visa for 40 selected countries when arriving in Sri Lanka
The Department of Immigration and Emigration announces that the Sri Lankan government has introduced a special visa policy targeting short-term tourists from 40 selected countries, effective from May 25, 2026. Under this new program, eligible tourists will ha…
Memory, culture, and contemporary narratives at Sri Lankan artist Shanaka Kulathunga's first solo exhibition in India
Gallery Silver Scapes launched "Silent Stories," Sri Lankan artist Shanaka Kulathunga's first solo exhibition in India, at CCA Gallery, Bikaner House, New Delhi. The showcase features 41 oil paintings and 8 digital prints exploring identity and human connecti…
Securing the skies together: IAF Chief AP Singh charts course for 21st-century air power in Sri Lanka
India's Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, visited Sri Lanka. He spoke at the National Defence College on 21st May 2026. The visit focused on strengthening defense ties. He discussed air power and regional security. This visit underscores India's…
Fears scam operations are relocating to Sri Lanka
A growing number of scam operations are cropping up in Sri Lanka amid sweeping crackdowns in hotspot countries elsewhere in the region.
The Price of Collusion: Why Sri Lanka Needs a New Approach to Debt Governance
By empowering local actors and fostering genuine competition, Sri Lanka can ensure that its debt serves the nation’s future, rather than the interests of a well-connected few.
INDIAN OCEAN SHIP SAGAR DEPARTS COLOMBO AFTER SUCCESSFUL PORT CALL
The Indian Navy's Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) Sagar departed Colombo, Sri Lanka on 18 May 2026 following a successful three-day port call, further reinforcing the enduring maritime partnership between India and Sri Lanka and advancing India's vision of MAHASAGAR …
17 Years After the Defeat of the LTTE: The LTTE’s First Victims Were Tamils
Before the LTTE turned its guns on the Sri Lankan State, it turned them on Tamils. Yet, even 17 years after LTTE defeat there are attempts to continue to portray LTTE as the “sole representative of the Tamil people”. This …
Blackstone-backed Ventive doubles down on luxury hospitality with ₹2,000 cr push
With a ₹2,000 crore expansion, Ventive Hospitality aims to capitalize on luxury travel demand. The firm operates 13 assets and plans to grow by focusing on large luxury projects and acquisitions in key markets like Goa, Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
Sri Lanka raises electricity tariffs for third time this year
Sri Lanka has increased electricity tariffs again. Consumers using more than 180 units monthly will see an 18 percent hike. This is the third increase this year. The Public Utilities Commission states 95 percent of consumers will not be affected. The regulato…
APOA welcomes Sri Lanka’s move to lift ban on oil palm cultivation
The decision is seen as a positive and pragmatic step towards strengthening edible oil security, supporting rural livelihoods
'Batuwatte Chamara' arrested in Azerbaijan, brought to Sri Lanka
The suspect known as "Batuwatte Chamara" alias Manoj Suranga Liyanage, who is considered a notorious organized criminal and a leading drug trafficker, was brought back to Sri Lanka last night (May 10) after being arrested in Azerbaijan. <!--gossip-below-arti…
Making Waves Across Borders: Manipal Hospitals Presents the First-Ever Sri Lanka–India Open Water Swim by a Couple
Making Waves Across Borders: Manipal Hospitals Presents the First-Ever Sri Lanka–India Open Water Swim by a Couple
Indian submarine Sindhukesari arrives in Sri Lanka
The Indian Navy submarine INS Sindhukesari has arrived at Colombo port. Sri Lankan Navy welcomed the vessel with full naval traditions. The submarine's crew will engage in various programs. This visit follows recent joint deep-sea dives between the Indian and…
South Asian lifestyle collective Otherland Hotels announces its debut in Sri Lanka
Excitement is on the horizon as Otherland Hotels prepares to introduce Otherland Galle in June 2026. Set against the stunning backdrop of Galle Fort in Sri Lanka, this will be South Asia's inaugural independent lifestyle collective. With a commitment to offer…