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PCB, SLC locked in financial dispute over extra expenses during Asia Cup last year

LAHORE: The cricket boards of Pakistan and Sri Lanka are locked in a financial dispute over who should bear the additional $3-4 million burden incurred due to the shifting of the Asia Cup to the island nation last year.

The Times of India

Unending woes: On bottom trawling and the arrests of Indian fishermen by Sri Lanka

The Palk Bay continues to remain perilous territory for Indian fishermen

The Hindu

Centre and State law enforcement agencies should work together to address ‘₹Rs. 60,000 crore PACL scam’: Anbumani

ChennaiPattali Makkal Katchi president calls for recovery of money owed to families affected by PACL scam and resolution of fishermen issue with Sri Lanka.

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One-off Test: Afghanistan fightback reduces Sri Lanka's lead to 42

NEW DELHI: Ibrahim Zadran cracked a maiden Test ton as Afghanistan produced a superb fight on Day 3 of the one-off Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo, ending at 199 for one in their second innings on Sunday.

The Times of India

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 23 Rameswaram fishermen, impound two mechanised boats; fishermen associations threaten to boycott Lok Sabha election

Sri Lankan Navy personnel arrested 23 fishermen, belonging to Rameswaram and Thangachimadam, and impounded two of their mechanised boats at a point near Neduntheevu

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Amangalla: a stay at Sri Lanka's best hotel

Amangalla is Sri Lanka’s only hotel to make the prestigious World’s 50 Best list – so is this Sri Lanka’s best hotel? Joel Porter checks in to find out…

Evening Standard

Sri Lanka signs free trade deal with Thailand to revive economy

Sri Lanka seeks to foster growth after its economy contracted 3.8 percent last year, according to World Bank estimates.

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Thailand and Sri Lanka Forge Free Trade Partnership

Thailand and Sri Lanka have entered into a free trade agreement, paving the way for increased bilateral trade and economic cooperation between the two nations.

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Bangladesh to host Sri Lanka in all-format cricket tour in March

NEW DELHI: Bangladesh are set to kick off their international cricket calendar for the year with a comprehensive series against Sri Lanka in March, as announced by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB).

The Times of India

One-off Test: Sri Lanka take opening day honours against Afghanistan

NEW DELHI: Openers Dimuth Karunaratne and Nishan Madushka shared a quick 80-run stand after an all-round bowling show as Sri Lanka took opening day honours against Afghanistan in the one-off Test in Colombo on Friday.

The Times of India

Fear grips refugees after UNHCR says it will close Sri Lanka operations

Hundreds of refugees, asylum seekers face uncertain future as UN agency announces closure of country office this year.

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Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva says aggression key to halt Test slide

NEW DELHI: Newly appointed captain Dhananjaya de Silva emphasized the need for increased on-field aggression to revive Sri Lanka's Test cricket prowess, ahead of their upcoming one-off red-ball match against Afghanistan.

The Times of India

Sri Lanka to host ICC AGM in July

COLOMBO: With their suspension lifted, Sri Lanka will host the Annual General Meeting of the International Cricket Council (ICC) in July, the country's sports minister Harin Fernando said on Thursday.

The Times of India

Sri Lanka trial Test reset in Afghanistan tour

Colombo Sri Lanka's new Test captain, Dhananjaya de Silva, aims to revive their struggling Test fortunes against Afghanistan.

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OPINION - Brexit four years on: going badly, and people are starting to notice

My favourite thing about cricket is the statistics. Nothing fills me with greater joy than when a commentator breathlessly reveals something like 'the batsmen have just recorded the highest-ever fifth-wicket partnership for England at Edgbaston against Sri Lanka.' You don't say?

The Times of India

Recovering Rashid Khan to miss Afghanistan's first-ever Sri Lanka Test

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan's premier spinner Rashid Khan will be absent from the squad for their historic first-ever Test against Sri Lanka next month, as confirmed by selectors in Kabul on Monday. This decision stems from Rashid's ongoing recovery from a recent back surgery.

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Hicks the starlet for Australia in U19 World Cup win

Ryan Hicks has proved Australia's cool head as they maintained their unbeaten record in the Under-19 World Cup with a win over Sri Lanka in Bloemfontein.

The Hindu

ICC lifts ban on Sri Lanka Cricket two months after suspension

The ICC lifts suspension on Sri Lanka Cricket due to the country's compliance with membership obligations.

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ICC lifts Sri Lanka Cricket suspension with immediate effect

NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Sunday lifted the suspension of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) with immediate effect.

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India vs England, 1st Test: Ollie Pope’s knock a masterclass, says Joe Root

HYDERABAD: Most visiting batsmen lose it in their mind on tours of India. Ollie Pope proved to be different. The 26-year-old Surrey batter had a clear gameplan to thwart Indian designs on the third day of the first Test. A second innings century is always special and in becoming only…

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Tamil Nadu CM Stalin, leaders condole Ilayaraja’s daughter’s death

CHENNAI: Chief minister M K Stalin has condoled the death of Ilayaraj's daughter Bhavatharani's death and said that he was both shocked and saddened by her sudden demise.

Al Jazeera

Sri Lanka Parliament passes bill to regulate online content

Opposition lawmakers and rights groups say the legislation will stifle debate ahead of elections.

The Times of India

Suryakumar Yadav named ICC T20I Player of the Year for 2023

NEW DELHI: Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav has clinched the prestigious ICC T20I Player of the Year award for the second consecutive year in a testament to his outstanding performances and consistent contributions.

The Times of India

Aisha Sharma to have a wellness-focused birthday celebration with siblings Neha Sharma and Vaibhav in Sri Lanka

As Aisha Sharma turns another page in the book of life, she has chosen a path less traveled for her birthday celebration this year. The actress is set to mark the special occasion with her siblings, in the picturesque landscapes of Sri Lanka, embracing a quiet, wellness-focused retreat. Their decision…

The Hindu

After Sri Lanka bars entry of research vessels, Chinese ships ‘heading’ to Maldives

Chinese research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 03 enters Indian Ocean, heading to Maldives amid tensions with India and Sri Lanka.

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