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From Sri Lanka to Tanzania: the pioneering hotels run entirely by women

In countries where tourism is still a male domain, all-female establishments are providing much-needed job opportunities

The Guardian - UK

Stampede feared as millions flock to see rarely displayed Buddha relic in Sri Lanka

Sacred relic is on public display for first time in 16 years

The Independent UK

More than 100 Easter bombing victims in Sri Lanka named 'witnesses of faith' by Vatican

The Vatican has recognised 167 Sri Lankan Catholics killed in the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings as 'witnesses of faith', six years after the attacks that killed over 260 people.

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Vatican honours Isis attack victims in one of last acts of Pope Francis papacy

Vatican names 167 of its faithful killed in the 2019 Easter bombings in Sri Lanka as ‘witnesses of faith’

The Independent UK

American arrested for smuggling 23kg cannabis into Sri Lanka

Customs officials estimate street value of seized narcotics at about £582,000

The Independent UK

I've Traveled Alone for 20 Years—These Are the Best Destinations for Women Traveling Solo

From an island paradise to a once out-of-bounds region.

Marie Claire

Train rides through the clouds and Bawa's tropical modernism: Sri Lanka's best cultural experiences

Planning a trip to the tropical island country of the moment? Beverley Watts has your guide to the unmissable historic sites, iconic architecture and wonderful wildlife to add to your itinerary

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The Latest: US stocks rise as global financial markets show signs of relief

Stocks are rising on Wall Street and around the world to recover some of the historic losses since last week when President Donald Trump announced sharp increases in taxes on goods imported to the U.S. The S&P 500 was up 3.4% in early trading Tuesday

The Independent UK

Trump’s tariffs may be perilous for small, heavily indebted countries in global south

Garment workers in countries such as Cambodia among those who fear they will lose pay cheques if companies move production elsewhere

The Guardian - UK

Sri Lanka Releases 14 Indian Fishermen During PM Modi's Visit

Sri Lanka releases 14 Indian fishermen as goodwill gesture. PM Modi emplanes for Tamil Nadu from Anuradhapura Airport. Read more at Dynamite News.

Dynamite News

Sri Lanka Reaffirms Commitment to India’s Security, Seeks Support on Maritime Issue

Sri Lanka assures India it won’t allow its territory to be used against India’s security. Read more at Dynamite News

Dynamite News

South Asian garment makers anxious about future after Trump’s ‘shock’ tariffs: ‘Terrible for business’

Manufacturers fear retailers will opt for other cost-effective nations with lower tariffs on imports

The Independent UK

Indian Prime Minister Modi expands ties on a visit to Sri Lanka

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated construction work on an jointly-funded solar plant in neighbouring Sri Lanka and witnessed the signing of energy and defense agreements

The Independent UK

India's Modi Clinches Defence, Energy Deals In Sri Lanka

India secured defence and energy deals with neighbouring Sri Lanka on Saturday during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, seen as a move to counter rival China's growing influence in the region.

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Al Jazeera

India’s Modi visits Sri Lanka to shore up defence and energy ties

Indian PM is first foreign dignitary to visit island since leftist Anura Kumara Dissanayake swept elections last year.

Dynamite News

Prime Minister Modi Awarded Sri Lanka's Top Honor "Mithra Vibhushana Medal" During His Historic Visit

PM Narendra Modi received Sri Lanka’s highest civilian honor, the Mithra Vibhushana, during his historic visit, recognizing his efforts to strengthen bilateral ties. Read more at Dynamite News

International Business Times

India's Modi In Sri Lanka For Defence And Energy Deals

Sri Lanka's leader rolled out the red carpet on Saturday for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as Colombo balances ties with neighbouring giant India and its biggest lender, China.

The Independent UK

India's Modi in Sri Lanka on a 2-day state visit as concerns grow over China's influence

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun a two-day state visit to neighboring Sri Lanka, where he is expected to sign several power and defense agreements

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The Independent UK

Sri Lanka's target to be free of land mines by 2028 is under threat as US reviews aid

Thavarathnam Pushparani fought on the front lines for the now-defeated Tamil Tiger rebels against the Sri Lankan forces in its decades-long separatist war and later took to clearing the land mines on the same battle lines

Dynamite News

PM Modi departs for Bangkok to attend BIMSTEC Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for Bangkok, Thailand, early today to attend the Sixth BIMSTEC Summit, and said he looks forward to meeting the leaders of the BIMSTEC countries and strengthening collaboration with the Bay of Bengal littoral nations.

Al Jazeera

Nepal appoint former Australian international Law as new coach

The former West Indies, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh coach guided United States to the 2024 T20 World Cup Super 8s.

PetsRadar

‘This figure is just the start’: Animal charity celebrates 1,000th life-changing surgery in Sri Lanka

‘Every day animals in Sri Lanka face a struggle to find food, water and a safe place to sleep’

Dynamite News

97 Indian fishermen currently in custody of Sri Lanka: Jaishankar in RS

Replying to supplementaries during question hour, Jaishankar said India is trying to engage with Sri Lanka to take a humanitarian approach to the issue, even as the Centre is finding long-term ways, including installing transponders on fishing boats, to ensure that such a situation does not recur. Read further on…

The Conversation

Women are south Asia’s ‘silent contributors’ – changing that could transform economies

As a child, I lived with my grandmother in a rural village in Sri Lanka where women often played an active economic role – working in sectors like farming, technology, sewing, household work or some other area. These days across South Asia, businesses led by women are on the rise,…

The Guardian - UK

How AfD’s Alice Weidel went from German pariah to top opposition figure

When the newly elected Bundestag meets for the first time this week, far-right Weidel, who lives in Switzerland with her Sri Lankan-born wife, will lead its largest opposition party

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