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Katchatheevu Island Dispute: Sri Lanka's Fisheries Minister Responds to Indian Claims \|Oneindia News In the midst of political tensions, Sri Lanka's Fisheries Minister, Douglas Devananda, dismisses recent statements from Indian leaders regarding Katchatheevu island as having 'no ground.' Join us as we.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:00Published 3 weeks ago

India, Maldives & Sri Lanka Enhance Naval Coordination with 'Dosti' Exercises\| Oneindia News Coast guard personnel from India, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka commence the four-day trilateral exercise 'DOSTI-16' to tackle emerging maritime challenges in the Indian Ocean Region. Indian Coast Guard.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:02Published on February 25, 2024

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Sri Lanka suspended over government interference Sri Lanka are suspended by the International Cricket Council (ICC) because of government interference. BBC Sport - Published on November 10, 2023
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New Zealand beat Sri Lanka to all but reach semis New Zealand look set for a World Cup semi-final spot after comfortably beating Sri Lanka by five wickets. BBC Sport - Published on November 9, 2023

Boult picks up two Sri Lanka wickets in same over New Zealand bowler Trent Boult takes the wickets of both Kusal Mendis and Sadeera Samarawickrama in the same over as his side take on Sri Lanka in the Cricket World Cup. BBC Sport - Published on November 9, 2023
World Cup: New Zealand v Sri Lanka - clips, radio & text Follow live text, in-play video clips and radio commentary as New Zealand play Sri Lanka in the Men's Cricket World Cup 2023. BBC Sport - Published on November 8, 2023
Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka amid Mathews controversy Watch highlights as Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka by three wickets following Angelo Mathews' controversial dismissal in their World Cup match. BBC Sport - Published on November 6, 2023

World Cup controversy as Sri Lanka batter becomes first in international cricket to be 'timed out' A Sri Lankan batter has become the first player in international cricket to be 'timed out' in a controversial moment in the World Cup. Sky News - Published on November 6, 2023
Mathews' unwanted history - watch unique dismissal, reaction and vote Sri Lanka's Angelo Mathews becomes the first batter to be timed out in international cricket, but how did it happen, what do the Laws say and what has the reaction been? BBC Sport - Published on November 6, 2023
Watch Sri Lanka's Mathews timed out before facing first ball Watch as Sri Lanka's Angelo Mathews becomes the first player in international cricket history to be timed out before facing his first ball in their World Cup match against Bangladesh. BBC Sport - Published on November 6, 2023
Bangladesh play Sri Lanka in 'very unhealthy' air The World Cup match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in Delhi goes ahead despite "very unhealthy" air quality. BBC Sport - Published on November 6, 2023

Nirmala Sitharaman visits famous Hindu temple in Sri Lanka's Jaffna city Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil or Nallur Murugan Kovil is one of the most significant Hindu temples in the Jaffna district of Northern Province. The temple is a socially important institution for the Sri.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 3, 2023
Superb India bowl out Sri Lanka for 55 to win by 302 runs Watch highlights as India dismiss Sri Lanka for just 55 to secure a World Cup semi-final spot in Mumbai. BBC Sport - Published on November 2, 2023
Sri Lanka bowled out for 55 as India reach semis Hosts India reach the semi-finals of the Cricket World Cup by thrashing Sri Lanka by 302 runs in Mumbai. BBC Sport - Published on November 2, 2023	Brilliant India reduce Sri Lanka to 3-4 India take four wickets in the first three overs as Sri Lanka slip to 3-4 in their chase of 358 in their World Cup match in Mumbai. BBC Sport - Published on November 2, 2023
'He's deceived him' Kohli falls on 88 to Madushanka slower ball India's Virat Kohli is dismissed on 88 after a slower ball from Sri Lanka's Dilshan Madushanka during their World Cup match in Mumbai. BBC Sport - Published on November 2, 2023	Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurates SBI branch in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka Ministry of Finance posted on X, "Union Finance Minister Smt. @nsitharaman inaugurated the State Bank of India @TheOfficialSBI Branch in Trincomalee, today, during her official visit to Sri Lanka. H.E... IndiaTimes - Published on November 2, 2023
India skipper Rohit bowled second ball by Madushanka Watch as India captain Rohit Sharma is bowled by Sri Lanka's Dilshan Madushanka with only the second ball during their World Cup match in Mumbai. BBC Sport - Published on November 2, 2023	India, Sri Lanka resume talks for economic and technology cooperation agreement IndiaTimes - Published on November 1, 2023
Indians can visit Thailand visa-free from November 10 to May 10, 2024: Thai Tourism Thailand has waived visa requirements for Indian citizens, allowing them to visit the country visa-free from November 2023 to May 2024. This move is aimed at attracting more Indian tourists to.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 31, 2023	Afghanistan sweep Sri Lanka aside by seven wickets Afghanistan keep their World Cup semi-final dream alive with a seven-wicket win over Sri Lanka chasing 242 in Pune, India. BBC Sport - Published on October 30, 2023
Afghanistan beat Sri Lanka to stay in top four race Afghanistan keep their World Cup semi-final dream alive with a comfortable seven-wicket win over Sri Lanka. BBC Sport - Published on October 30, 2023	'Beautiful delivery!' - Madushanka bowls Gurbaz Sri Lanka's Madushanka cleans up Afghanistan opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz's middle stump with a brilliant inswinger during the Cricket World Cup match in Pune, India. BBC Sport - Published on October 30, 2023
Tamil Nadu CM accuses Raj Bhavan of spreading lie on petrol bomb case Tamil Nadu chief minister M K Stalin accused the Raj Bhavan of spreading lies about the petrol bomb case. He stated that the bomb was not thrown inside the Raj Bhavan but on the road outside. Stalin.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 30, 2023	Tamil Nadu CM Stalin writes to EAM Jaishankar to secure release of 37 fishermen from Sri Lankan custody Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has written to the Indian External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, requesting assistance in securing the release of 37 fishermen and 5 fishing boats that were.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 29, 2023
World Cup: Afghanistan bowl first against Sri Lanka Follow live text, in-play video clips and radio commentary as Afghanistan play Sri Lanka in the Men's Cricket World Cup 2023. BBC Sport - Published on October 29, 2023	Sri Lankan navy arrests 37 Tamil Nadu fishermen, CM Stalin writes to Jaishankar 37 Tamil Nadu fishermen were arrested and five of their fishing trawlers were seized by the Sri Lankan navy for allegedly entering Lankan territorial waters. This comes after 10 fishing boats and 64.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 29, 2023
Buttler determined to remain as England captain Jos Buttler says he is determined to stay on as England captain despite a shambolic defeat by Sri Lanka which all but ends his team's World Cup hopes. BBC Sport - Published on October 26, 2023	Dismal England slump to crushing Sri Lanka defeat England's World Cup future is out of their hands after they lose by eight wickets to Sri Lanka in Bangalore at the Cricket World Cup. BBC Sport - Published on October 26, 2023
England facing early exit after sorry Sri Lanka loss England's World Cup is all but over after a shambolic eight-wicket defeat by Sri Lanka in Bengaluru. BBC Sport - Published on October 26, 2023	Watch: Rashid's terrible run out after Sri Lanka bowl a wide England's Adil Rashid wanders out of his crease after Maheesh Theekshana bowls a wide for Sri Lanka only to be run out by wicketkeeper Kusal Mendis. BBC Sport - Published on October 26, 2023
Did it fall short? Woakes out to controversial Samarawickrama catch England's Chris Woakes is out to a controversial catch by Sri Lanka's Sadeera Samarawickrama after third umpire Ahsan Raza it was taken cleanly during their Cricket World Cup game in Bangalore. BBC Sport - Published on October 26, 2023	'It's hitting leg stump - Bairstow should have been out first ball!' England's Jonny Bairstow survives a first-ball scare as Sri Lanka choose not to review a potential lbw that was going on to hit the stumps during their Cricket World Cup game in Bangalore. BBC Sport - Published on October 26, 2023
Chinese ship docks at Colombo as Beijing seeks to expand influence A Chinese research ship docked at Colombo on Wednesday likely adding to India's concerns about China's growing influence in the Indian Ocean. The arrival of Shi Yan 6 follows last year's visit by a.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 25, 2023	England face Sri Lanka in crucial World Cup match - clips, radio & text Follow live text, in-play video clips and radio commentary as England play Sri Lanka in the Men's Cricket World Cup 2023. BBC Sport - Published on October 25, 2023
Sri Lanka to give free visas to Indian tourists The Sri Lankan cabinet has approved a policy to issue free tourist visas to travelers from India and six other countries, including China, Russia, and Japan. This move is part of efforts to revive the.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 25, 2023	NIA nabs key accused in Sri Lankan human trafficking case IndiaTimes - Published on October 22, 2023
This Puja, women dhakis at pandals in Hong Kong, Nigeria A group of women drummers from West Bengal, known as dhakis, have been making their mark on the world stage, performing at various Durga Puja celebrations globally. They have already performed in.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 22, 2023	Sri Lanka survive Netherlands test for first win Sri Lanka avoid becoming victims of another Netherlands upset to record their first victory of the 2023 World Cup in Lucknow. BBC Sport - Published on October 21, 2023
Listen: World Cup - Netherlands v Sri Lanka Listen to BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra commentary as the Netherlands play Sri Lanka in the Men's Cricket World Cup 2023. BBC Sport - Published on October 20, 2023	Australia beat Sri Lanka for first World Cup win Australia finally get their first win of the World Cup, but only after surviving some nervy moments against Sri Lanka. BBC Sport - Published on October 16, 2023
Madushanka removes Warner & Smith in same over Sri Lanka's Dilshan Madushanka takes a double-wicket maiden to remove Australia's David Warner and Steven Smith during their Cricket World Cup match in Lucknow. BBC Sport - Published on October 16, 2023	Warner takes 'outstanding' catch to remove Nissanka Australia's David Warner takes an "outstanding" catch to remove Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka for 61 during their Cricket World Cup match in Lucknow. BBC Sport - Published on October 16, 2023
Tamil Nadu-Sri Lanka ferry service to start from today; check price tickets, offers The ferry will cover the approximately 111-kilometer journey from Tamil Nadu to Sri Lanka in a swift three hours. DNA - Published on October 13, 2023	Pakistan beat Sri Lanka with record World Cup chase Pakistan superbly chase a World Cup record 345 to beat Sri Lanka in the game of the 2023 tournament so far in Hyderabad. BBC Sport - Published on October 10, 2023
'Mighty' Mendis scores 122 off 77 balls - best shots Watch the best shots of Sri Lanka's Kusal Mendis' 122 against Pakistan at the Cricket World Cup in Hyderabad. BBC Sport - Published on October 10, 2023	SA hit record World Cup total against Sri Lanka Watch highlights of South Africa's innings as they post 428-5 against Sri Lanka in Delhi, the highest score in World Cup history. BBC Sport - Published on October 7, 2023
Sri Lanka remove SA captain Bavuma for eight South Africa captain Temba Bavuma is trapped lbw for eight in the second over by Sri Lanka's Dilshan Madushanka during their World Cup game in Delhi. BBC Sport - Published on October 7, 2023	Sri Lanka cricketer cleared of stealthing rape in Sydney Batter Danushka Gunathilaka was accused of assaulting a Sydney woman at her home after a Tinder date. BBC Sport - Published on September 28, 2023

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