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Sri Lankan media hit out at Modi’s Katchatheevu remarks

The Sri Lankan govt is yet to comment on the recent remarks on Katchatheevu, but the island nation’s media took a critical view of the development, while fishermen’s associations urged authorities to take up the issue of bottom trawling more vocally with the Indian govt.

The Hindu

Sri Lanka close on victory in second Bangladesh Test

NEW DELHI: Prabath Jayasuriya, Lahiru Kumara, and Kamindu Mendis showcased their prowess by claiming two wickets each, propelling Sri Lanka towards yet another commanding victory in the second and final Test match on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Lok Sabha polls | False propaganda spread in T.N., on giving up rights over Katchatheevu: Nirmala Sitharaman

False propaganda about Katchatheevu island ceded to Sri Lanka in 1974 without Tamil Nadu's knowledge, alleged by Nirmala Sitharaman.

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Sri Lanka Cabinet did not discuss Katchatheevu issue: spokesman

Colombo Cabinet never discussed Katchatheevu issue, despite BJP blaming Congress for ceding island in 1974.

The Hindu

World Bank Projects 2.2% Growth For Sri Lanka In 2024

World Bank's revised growth forecast for Sri Lanka in 2024 shows promising economic prospects.

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TV tonight: power and politics in Julianne Moore’s juicy Jacobean drama

Mary & George continues to be a period treat. Plus: Ben Fogle meets an amazing vet in Sri Lanka. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

SRMIST to admit Sri Lankan students for BDS

Sri Lanka students can pursue a five-year dentistry program at SRM Institute of Science and Technology in Chennai.

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No man’s land: Playing politics over Katchatheevu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi raking up the contentious matter of Katchatheevu has set an unhealthy trend of politicising an issue for electoral gains

The Hindu

Questioning Katchatheevu agreement could damage ties, credibility: former diplomats

Any move by the government to revisit the 1974 India-Sri Lanka agreement on Katchatheevu island could have a broader diplomatic impact on India’s ties in the region and raise questions about other bilateral negotiations, warned former diplomats

The Hindu

Sri Lanka on course for Test-series sweep over Bangladesh despite batting collapse

Sri Lanka strengthens lead against Bangladesh in second Test despite batting collapse, aiming for series sweep.

The Hindu

Sri Lanka on top in second Bangladesh Test despite batting blues

NEW DELHI: Asitha Fernando showcased an impressive performance, claiming figures of 4-34 as Sri Lanka bowled out Bangladesh for 178 in the second Test in Chittagong, securing a substantial lead of 353 runs in the first innings.

The Times of India

Katchatheevu agreement did not ‘cede’ territory, Opposition hits back citing 2015 MEA response

Katchatheevu island row: Hitting back at the Centre over the Katchatheevu island issue, opposition leaders cited a 2015 RTI reply, which stated that the agreements in 1974 and 1976 did not involve either acquiring or ceding of territory belonging to India

The Hindu

Katchatheevu | What is the controversy all about?

Prime Minister Modi revives Katchatheevu issue, sparking political tensions in Tamil Nadu ahead of Lok Sabha polls. Read what is the Katchatheevu controversy all about.

The Hindu

The Human Surge 3 review – hopeful odyssey of globe-trotting twentysomethings

Eduardo Williams’ opaque sequel follows a group of twentysomethings in Sri Lanka, Peru and Taiwan with a 360-degree VR camera

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Katchatheevu issue | Jaishankar says those who gave away the island now refusing to own responsibility for it

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar criticizes Congress and DMK for giving away Indian fishermen's rights on Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka.

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Why are South Asians going to fight in the Russia-Ukraine war?

Young men from India, Nepal and Sri Lanka are on the front lines of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

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T.N. BJP is determined to retrieve Katchatheevu, says Annamalai

BJP Tamil Nadu President K. Annamalai has alleged that the Congress government at the Centre in 1974 ceded katchatheevu to sri Lanka and the BJP is determined to retrieve it

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Sri Lanka holds 476-run lead over Bangladesh at stumps on Day 2 of 2nd Test

Sri Lanka dominates Bangladesh in cricket Test, posting 531 runs; Bangladesh trails by 476 runs at stumps.

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When LTTE, rivals were involved in a shoot-out in Chennai’s Pondy Bazaar

The 1982 shoot-out between Tamil militant leaders in Madras highlighted their internecine rivalries and sanctuary in Tamil Nadu.

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What about incursions by China, Congress asks PM after his attack on Katchatheevu issue

Congress responds to PM Modi's attack on Katchatheevu issue, questions his leadership on Chinese incursions and neighbor relations.

The Times of India

Sri Lanka dominate Bangladesh but Kamindu Mendis misses rare feat in second Test

NEW DELHI: In a remarkable display of batting prowess, Sri Lanka etched their name in the annals of Test cricket history by amassing a staggering 531 runs in their first innings during the second Test against Bangladesh. However, despite their monumental total, Kamindu Mendis fell agonizingly short of securing a…

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Raising Katchatheevu issue shows PM Modi's desperation: Kharge

Congress chief Kharge questions PM Modi's actions on China, accusing him of desperation and misrule, says Modi raising Katchatheevu island issue shows he is desparate

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Congress ceded Katchatheevu to Sri Lanka, DMK gave the green signal: G.K. Vasan

G.K. Vasan of TMC (M) accuses Congress and DMK of ceding Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka, criticizes DMK's politics.

The Hindu

Congress ‘callously’ gave away Katchatheevu island: PM Modi

Prime Minister Modi criticizes Congress over Katchatheevu island cession to Sri Lanka in 1974, highlighting integrity concerns.

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BAN vs SL second Test | Top-order blitz puts Sri Lanka in commading position against Bangladesh

Sri Lanka dominates Bangladesh in Chittagong Test with top-order batting blitz, leading 1-0 in series.

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