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Match-fixing charges: Sri Lanka court orders seizure of passports of Indian nationals

NEW DELHI: Indian citizens Yoni Patel and P Akash have been ordered by a Sri Lankan court to give up their passports because they are both expected to face charges related to match-fixing in the unofficial Legends Cricket League in Colombo.

The Times of India

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka weighing on fielding three spinners

NEW DELHI: Upul Tharanga, the national selector for Sri Lanka, believes that fielding three spinners in the same XI is a feasible possibility, but he is still debating how to balance his team for the forthcoming T20 World Cup.

The Times of India

Airport e-gates back online as nationwide outage sparks chaos at Heathrow and Gatwick into the night

One traveller who arrived at Heathrow from Sri Lanka said it was ‘pandemonium’ when he got to passport control in Terminal 3

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Sri Lanka book spot in Australia's group for WT20 WC

Sydney Thunder's Chamari Athapaththu has helped Sri Lanka book a place in Australia's group at the Women's T20 World Cup in Bangladesh this October.

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Sri Lanka extends visa-free entry for Indian visitors and others to boost tourism

In a bid to bolster tourist arrivals and facilitate travel between nations, the Sri Lankan government has announced an extension of visa-free entry for visitors from India and select countries until May 31, 2024. This decision, approved by the country’s Cabinet, allows nationals from India, China, Russia, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand,…

The Times of India

Sri Lanka top court hears rights petition against Indian fishermen

Supreme Court in Colombo addresses illegal bottom trawling by Indian fishermen in Sri Lankan waters, affecting local fishermen.

The Hindu

'A hard goodbye with my only wish...': Matheesha Pathirana's emotional post for CSK and MS Dhoni

NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings' pacer Matheesha Pathirana's involvement in the current IPL season has abruptly ended as he heads back to Sri Lanka to recover from a hamstring injury.

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Sri Lanka, Scotland qualify for women's T20 World Cup

NEW DELHI: In a thrilling encounter, Sri Lanka clinched the last spot at the upcoming women's T20 World Cup after overcoming a spirited challenge from the United Arab Emirates on Sunday. Batting first, Sri Lanka posted a competitive total of 149-6, led by Vishmi Gunaratne's impressive knock of 45 runs.

The Times of India

Over 11 lakh painkiller capsules headed for Sri Lanka seized in Ramanathapuram district, one arrested

Tiruppulani police seize 11.88 lakh painkiller capsules in Ramanathapuram district, suspect smuggling to Sri Lanka. Driver escapes, accomplice caught.

The Hindu

How to watch the India vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2024 final online or on TV

Here's how you can watch the 2024 T20 World Cup final online or on TV, which is contested between India and South Africa.

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CSA announces schedule of Sri Lanka and Pakistan's tour of South Africa

Cricket South Africa (CSA) confirmed on Friday that it will host Sri Lanka for two Tests and Pakistan for all-formats tour during the 2024-25 home summer. Additionally, the women’s team will mark a significant moment by playing their first Test on home soil since 2002 when they welcome England.

The Times of India

World Press Freedom Index: India’s improved ranking and the Palestine puzzle

India ranked 159, two spots higher than last year, in the 2024 edition of the Press Freedom Index, published annually by Reporters Without Borders. It’s behind Turkey, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, which are ranked at positions 158, 152, and 150, respectively.

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Wasim Akram to train Sri Lankan bowlers for T20 World Cup

NEW DELHI: In preparation for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, Sri Lankan bowlers will receive training from Pakistan cricket legend Wasim Akram. The former fast bowler arrived in Sri Lanka on Wednesday to lead a two-day training program for national players, as announced by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC).

The Times of India

India sends holy Sarayu water to Sri Lanka for consecration ceremony of Seetha Amma temple

India has initiated the process of sending sacred Sarayu river water to Sri Lanka for the consecration ceremony of Seetha Amma Temple, dedicated to Goddess Sita.

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The inexplicable rise of kidney disease in Sri Lanka’s farming communities

Residents of several ‘hotspots’ have been afflicted by kidney failure in the past few decades – and no one knows why.

The Hindu

Three T.N. fishermen released by Sri Lankan court; fishermen leader says eight more are in prison

Fishermen in Rameswaram relieved as three jailed in Sri Lanka are released, efforts ongoing for remaining eight.

Evening Standard

Communal dinners, shared rooms, and 6am wake-up calls — why do people love group travel so much?

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78-year-old swimmer from Bengaluru dies while swimming from Sri Lanka to India

78-year-old Gopal Rao dies of heart attack during relay swim from Sri Lanka to India, sparking investigation.

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