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Cricket World Cup 2023 | England will be keen to win big against a struggling Afghanistan

England looks to protect its reputation with a win over Afghanistan, taking advantage of the batter-friendly surface at Ferozeshah Kotla. With 754 runs scored in the South Africa-Sri Lanka match, England hopes to boost its net run-rate. Afghanistan's inexperience in the 50-over format stands exposed, but it is trying to…

The Hindu

A tragedy that deserves remembrance in Sri Lanka

‘WE had never heard the word tsunami before, but then it came. The water hit us with the force of an aeroplane, taking everything. And…

The National (Scotland)

Ferry service to Sri Lanka a blow to Lakshadweep islanders

Islanders of Lakshadweep feel short-changed as new ferry service to Sri Lanka worsens their transportation woes. Cheriyapani, a high-speed ferry with capacity to carry 150 passengers, was taken out of service. Now only Valiyapani and Parali remain, with combined capacity of 300 passengers. Three intra-island ferries, each capable of carrying…

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Launch of India-Sri Lanka ferry service truly big step: External Affairs Minister Jaishankar

India-Sri Lanka ferry service: “The launch of a passenger ferry service from Tamil Nadu’s Nagapattinam to Kankesanthurai near Jaffna in Sri Lanka is a “truly big step” for boosting people-to-people contacts,” External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on October 14.

The Hindu

Passenger ferry service between India and Sri Lanka begins again, after nearly 40 years

India-Sri Lanka ferry service: The high-speed craft (HSC) Cheriyapani, embarked on its journey around 8.15 a.m. from the Nagapattinam port with 50 passengers and 12 crew members headed by Captain Biju George, on board.

The Hindu

Cricket World Cup 2023 | India, Pakistan keen to outwit each other in heavy-duty clash

India steps in as the domineering outfit, especially in ICC matches against its arch-rival. Meanwhile Pakistan strides in with the added confidence of having defeated The Netherlands and Sri Lanka.

The Hindu

‘New chapter of diplomatic and economic relations,’ PM says at launch of ferry services between Nagapattinam and Kankesanthurai

PM Modi said the recent visit of Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe saw the adoption of a vision document for economic partnership. He added that connectivity is the central theme of this partnership and the ferry service brings alive historical and cultural connections. India and Sri Lanka collaborate in areas…

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Jaishankar’s visit to Sri Lanka underlines wide scope and agility of India's development cooperation partnership

During this visit, his second in 2023, Mr. Jaishankar called on President Wickremesinghe.

The Hindu

Uncle’s in Colombo celebrates Sri Lanka with arrack cocktails and cassava chips

At Uncle’s in Colombo, when you order toddy and cheese toast, lessons for life come for free. This diminutive bar with a big personality defied all odds when it launched in December 2021, in a country that was both in the grip of the global pandemic and battling an economic…

The Hindu

Aus vs SA | Will seek clarity on controversial umpiring call, says Labuschagne

Australia seek clarity on Stoinis' out; Labuschagne disappointed at lack of fight in last two games. Labuschagne wants Australia to learn from scenarios & come back stronger vs. Sri Lanka.

The Hindu

Yousaf: SNP councillor’s ‘new Scot’ comment to Labour opponent ‘unacceptable’

Aberdeen councillor Kairin van Sweeden made the comment to Sri Lanka-born, Labour rival Deena Tissera, during a debate.

The Independent UK

Nipah infection possible in more places in Southeast Asia, says Nature article

Nipah virus reservoirs in SE Asia, India may cause cross-species transmission to humans. Early detection systems needed. Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, China, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka have bat populations exposed to Nipah. Lack of treatment options, need for antivirals, monoclonal antibodies, vaccines in clinical trials. Virological, immunological factors to…

The Hindu

India vs Pakistan, ‘nagin dance’, Ashes : A look at cricket’s top rivalries

A bloody partition, a mock obituary and a serpentine dance – cricket has a history of bitter rivalries.

Al Jazeera

After years of war, Yemen’s national football team look ahead in hope

A ceasefire and the first domestic season in years gives Yemen hope as they embark on 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

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The Independent UK

Sri Lanka says it has reached an agreement with China's EXIM Bank on debt, clearing IMF funding snag

Sri Lanka says that it has reached an agreement on key terms and principles on its debt restructuring with the Exim Bank of China

The Hindu

HCA ground staff get a pat on their back from Pak players

HCA groundstaff praised by Pakistan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Sri Lanka cricketers for providing best playing conditions. Pakistan team gave chief curator Y.L. Chandrasekhar ‘man of the match’ award. Babar Azam handed team jersey to HCA head curator. Shaheen Afridi, Hasan Ali took pics with groundstaff. HCA officials, govt wings praised…

The Hindu

At Indian Ocean conference in Colombo, Jaishankar raises dangers of unviable debt, projects

India wants to be a "friend to the world" and work to ensure a free, open and inclusive Indian Ocean region. India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh discussed dangers of unsustainable debt and witnessed signing of three agreements on bilateral cooperation. India took over as Vice Chair of IORA, which includes…

The Times of India

'Should play with each other': Inzamam-Ul-Haq advocates for India-Pakistan cricket matches

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan cricket captain, Inzamam-Ul-Haq, voiced his opinion on Wednesday, calling for India and Pakistan to engage in bilateral cricket matches. Inzamam expressed his sentiments while visiting Amritsar and took the opportunity to commend the Pakistan cricket team for their outstanding victory against Sri Lanka in a high-scoring…

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'Rizwan gets cramps very often': Shoaib Akhtar takes a dig at Pakistan batter saying KL Rahul also kept wickets in Chennai

NEW DELHI: Legendary speedster Shoaib Akhtar took a dig while praising Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan for his match-winning knock against Sri Lanka on Tuesday under testing circumstances, saying that the wicketkeeper-batter gets cramps way too often.

The Guardian - UK

Bavuma’s laidback South Africa seem a different World Cup proposition

Following a record-breaking demolition of Sri Lanka in their opening match, the Proteas look relaxed and all the better for it

The Times of India

'This was for our brothers and sisters in Gaza': Pakistan's Mohammed Rizwan after victory against Sri Lanka

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan hit an unbeaten 131 and guided Abdullah Shafique during the World Cup debutant's 113 as the 1992 champions chased down 345 to eclipse Ireland's record of 329 against England in the 2011 edition to secure a six-wicket win over Sri Lanka in Hyderabad on Tuesday.

The Times of India

World Cup, Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: Playing in Hyderabad felt like playing in Rawalpindi, says Mohammed Rizwan

NEW DELHI: In his prayers, Mohammed Rizwan will cherish the memory of the local curator, who produced a batting mastery that enabled him to smash a century and lead his team to a record-breaking World Cup chase victory against Sri Lanka by six wickets in Hyderabad on Tuesday.

The Guardian - UK

‘I’ve been so lucky’: Hamilton swaps Essex Alliance for Sri Lanka’s World Cup dream

Marvin Hamilton tells John Duerden how he is preparing to face Yemen in Saudi Arabia instead of turning out in the 11th tier of English football

The Hindu

Rizwan credits ton against Sri Lanka to Hyderabad curator, says he will pray for him

Rizwan remembers curator's prediction of two 100s, guides Pakistan to record-breaking chase with unbeaten 131. Feels like playing in Rawalpindi due to Hyderabad's hospitality. Advised Shafique to break target into smaller parts, communication & calculation key to success.

The Times of India

IMF caught off guard as China strikes debt deal with Sri Lanka

China reached a tentative debt agreement with Sri Lanka, front-running separate talks the International Monetary Fund and other creditors are having with the South Asian nation and catching them by surprise.

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