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Crisis-hit Sri Lanka may allow Indian rupee to be used in local transactions

Sri Lanka is considering the possibility of allowing the use of the Indian rupee to be used in local transactions, as the island nation struggles to build its depleted foreign reserves and to emerge from last year’s unprecedented economic crisis

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2nd Test: Pakistan look to seal series against Sri Lanka after year-long drought

Pakistan celebrated a long-awaited triumph as they secured their first Test victory in 12 months against Sri Lanka in the opening match of the series in Galle. Their newfound batting aggression proved to be the key to success, setting them up for the second Test starting on Monday at the…

The Times of India

Announcements during Ranil’s visit show PM’s continuing commitment to Tamils in Sri Lanka: Annamalai

PM Modi's announcements during Sri Lankan President's visit show his commitment to welfare of Tamils. Projects worth ₹75 crore to be implemented in regions where Tamils live. Ferry service announced between Nagapattinam and Kankesanthurai. DMK accused of failing to address problems of Sri Lankan Tamils and attacking Indian fishermen. Letter…

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WATCH: Pakistan's Babar Azam, Abrar Ahmed explore picturesque Galle after victory in first Test

NEW DELHI: Pakistan skipper Babar Azam and his teammate Abrar Ahmed explored the city of Galle after defeating Sri Lanka by 4 wickets in the opening game of the two-match Test series.

The Times of India

Sri Lankan president's visit to India signals growing economic and energy ties

Sri Lanka and India have signed a slew of energy, development and trade agreements, signaling the growing economic ties between the two neighboring countries

The Independent UK

Mohammad Hafeez front-runner to become Pakistan's chief selector

KARACHI: Former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez is a front-runner to become the national team's chief selector after the conclusion of the team's ongoing Sri Lanka tour.

The Times of India

Mohammad Hafeez front-runner to become Pakistan’s chief selector

Mohammad Hafeez, former Pakistan captain and all-rounder, is favoured to become chief selector after team's Sri Lanka tour. Haroon Rasheed, former CMC chairperson, is no longer in the position. Zaka Ashraf, new CMC chairperson, is considering changing the selection committee or just appointing a new chief selector.

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PM Modi raises Eelam Tamil aspirations with Ranil Wickremesinghe

India-Sri Lanka ties strengthen as PM Modi and President Wickremesinghe hold talks. India extended $4B in financial aid to Sri Lanka during economic crisis. NSA Doval and EAM Jaishankar discussed security and bilateral issues.

The Hindu

Focus on joint projects during Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s India visit

Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe visits India to discuss energy projects, connectivity initiatives, and economic relief. India extended $4B in emergency aid during Sri Lanka's economic crisis and is part of IMF package negotiations.

The Hindu

India should not provide unconditional assistance to Sri Lanka: Anbumani Ramadoss

PMK President Anbumani Ramadoss urges PM Modi to conditionally support Sri Lanka. He calls for resolution of Tamil issue, release of TN fishermen, punishment of war criminals and prevention of Chinese spying in Indian Ocean.

The Hindu

1st Test: Imam-ul-Haq anchors nervy chase as Pakistan win Galle Test by four wickets

NEW DELHI: Opener Imam-ul-Haq displayed a brilliant batting performance to anchor Pakistan's chase and secure a thrilling four-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in a nerve-wracking opening Test in Galle on Thursday.

The Times of India

Raise Katchatheevu, Tamils issue during Sri Lankan president’s visit: T.N. CM Stalin writes to PM Modi

TN CM Stalin urges PM Modi to raise Katchatheevu retrieval and Tamil rights in Lanka with visiting Sri Lankan President. Tamil Nadu Assembly has passed resolutions to retrieve islet, which has deprived TN fishermen of rights and livelihoods. He urges Union Government to initiate diplomatic efforts and protect Tamils' social,…

The Hindu

SL vs Pak | Pakistan lose three wickets in chase of 131 to raise Sri Lanka's hopes

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq, on 25, and skipper Babar Azam, on six, were batting at close of play.

The Hindu

Asia Cup | India to begin campaign against Pakistan in Kandy

The six-team ODI tournament will start on August 30 in Multan where host Pakistan takes on Nepal. The tournament is being played in a ‘hybrid model’ with four matches in Pakistan and nine other games, including the final, in Sri Lanka’s Kandy and Colombo. The final will be held at…

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The Times of India

Asia Cup 2023 Schedule: India to face arch-rivals Pakistan on September 2 in Kandy

NEW DELHI: Seven-time champions India will face arch-rivals Pakistan on September 2 in Kandy as the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president Jay Shah announced the match schedule for Asia Cup 2023 on Wednesday.

The Times of India

1st Test: Spinners set up 131-run chase for Pakistan against Sri Lanka

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's spinners Noman Ali and Abrar Ahmed played crucial roles by taking three wickets each, leading to Sri Lanka being bowled out for 279 runs in the rain-affected opening Test match in Galle, Sri Lanka.

The Hindu

Shakeel double hundred has Pakistan in command of 1st test in Sri Lanka

Saud Shakeel became the first Pakistan batter to make a double hundred in Sri Lanka as the visitors took control of the first test after making 461 on Tuesday.

The Hindu

Shakeel, Salman help Pakistan counter Sri Lanka's spin

Pakistan's Shakeel/Salman rescue innings from precarious 101-5, de Silva's 122 bolsters SL to 312. Shakeel/Salman's 120-run stand steadies Pak, de Silva's 50th Test ton helps SL to respectable total.

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Asian Athletics Championships: Jyothi Yarraji, Parul Chaudhary settle for silver

BANGKOK: India’s famed 4x400m relay teams failed to live up to their billing as they lost the battle to Sri Lanka in the men’s section and Vietnam and Sri Lanka in the women's section at the 25th Asian Athletics Championships that concluded at the National Stadium here on Sunday.

The Hindu

Asian Athletics Championships | It rains silver for India on final day

India wins 8 silver at Asian Athletics Championships, finishes 3rd in medal table. Abha Khatau equalled national record in women's shot put, Jyothi Yarraji and Parul Chaudhary won silver in 200m and 5000m respectively. D.P. Manu grabbed a silver in javelin throw. India missed national record-holder Muhammed Anas in men's…

The Hindu

SL vs Pak first Test | Sri Lanka fights back to reach 242-6 at stumps on first day

Sri Lanka fight back after early wickets to reach 242-6 at stumps on day one of first Test against Pakistan. Vice-captain Dhananjaya de Silva (94) & Angelo Mathews (64) shared crucial partnerships. Shaheen Afridi (3 wickets) and Naseem Shah (1 wicket) bowled well with the new ball.

The Times of India

1st Test: Dhananjaya de Silva, Angelo Mathews rescue Sri Lanka after Shaheen Afridi blows

NEW DELHI: An unbeaten 94 from Dhananjaya de Silva and a gritty half-century from Angelo Mathews helped Sri Lanka to overcome a Shaheen Afridi-triggered top-order collapse as the hosts reached 242 for 6 against Pakistan at stumps on Day 1 of the Galle Test.

The Times of India

Asian Athletics Championships: Mixed relay team wins gold, Murali Sreeshankar punches Olympic ticket

BANGKOK: Rajesh Ramesh, Aishwarya Mishra, Amoj Jacob and Subha Venkatesan helped India win the 4x400m mixed relay, beating back the challenge from Sri Lanka and Japan who settled for the silver and bronze medals respectively. India added five medals on the penultimate day of the Asian Athletics Championships here on…

The Times of India

Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi completes 100 Test wicket

Pakistan's left-arm fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi reached the milestone of 100 Test wickets on Sunday in the first Test of the series against hosts Sri Lanka in Galle.

The Times of India

PCB to push for additional Asia Cup matches in Pakistan

NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is set to advocate for an increased number of Asia Cup games to be hosted in Pakistan during the upcoming meeting of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) board in Dubai.

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