Cyclone Ditwah: India intensifies relief efforts in Sri Lanka under Op Sagar Bandhu
Colombo, Nov 30 (IANS) Under Operation Sagar Bandhu, the Indian rescue officials have intensified the relief operations in disaster-hit Sri Lanka as the island nation continues to battle harsh weather conditions due to Cyclone Ditwah. The Indian officials are working in coordination with the Sri Lanka Air Force, Navy, Army, Police and local first responders […]
NDRF intensifies relief operations in Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu
Colombo, Nov 30 (IANS) Under Operation Sagar Bandhu, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel have intensified relief operations in Sri Lanka as the island nation continues to face harsh weather conditions due to Cyclone Ditwah. Sharing pictures of the relief operations conducted by NDRF personnel in Sri Lanka on X, External Affairs Minister (EAM) […]
Nepal announces $200,000 aid to flood-hit Sri Lanka as death toll tops 200
Kathmandu, Nov 30 (IANS) The Nepali government on Sunday announced a financial assistance package of $200,000 to support relief and recovery efforts in Sri Lanka, which has been badly affected by recent floods that have reportedly claimed more than 200 lives. At least 212 people have died and 218 remain missing as the country grapples […]
Land, air and sea — India works closely with Sri Lanka as ‘Operation Sagar Bandhu’ goes full throttle
Colombo, Nov 29 (IANS) Two MI-17V5 helicopters of the Indian Air Force (IAF) touched down in Sri Lanka Saturday evening to bolster ongoing Search and Rescue (SAR) efforts as the island nation continues to face extensive flooding, landslides, and severe disruption to essential services across multiple districts. The two IAF helicopters brought essential Humanitarian Assistance […]
Women’s World Cup: Hasini Perera’s fluent 85 in vain as Shorna Akter spins Sri Lanka out for 202
Navi Mumbai, Oct 20 (IANS) Hasini Perera’s outstanding knock of 85 off 99 balls was the lone bright spot as Sri Lanka Women collapsed to 202 all out in 48.4 overs after opting to bat first against Bangladesh Women on a good surface in the 21st match of the ICC Women’s World Cup at the […]
Women’s World Cup: Gunaratne’s composed knock guides Sri Lanka to 105 in rain-marred 20 overs
Colombo, Oct 17 (IANS) Vishmi Gunaratne’s composed start and Sri Lanka’s late surge after the rain break helped the hosts post 105 for 7 in their 20 overs in a rain-marred clash against South Africa in the ICC Women’s World Cup clash at the R. Premadasa Stadium here on Saturday. Their total will now be […]
Sri Lanka Prime Minister seeks India’s help to rev up digital drive
New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya on Thursday sought India’s support for promoting digital transformation in the island nation, powered by human capital, innovation, and partnerships. “We envision a generation of students who are not just learners, but creators, problem solvers, and innovators—fuelling a national ecosystem of AI hubs, incubators, […]
Sri Lanka add Janith Liyanage to Asia Cup squad
Dubai, Sep 9 (IANS) Sri Lanka have added middle-order batter Janith Liyanage to their Asia Cup squad, marking his first T20I appearance in three years. The 17-member squad, led by Charith Asalanka, will kick off their campaign against Bangladesh on September 13 in Abu Dhabi. Liyanage, 30, is recognised as a white-ball specialist, with 28 […]
Sri Lanka to expand free trade agreements to boost exports, foreign exchange
Colombo, Aug 17 (IANS) The Sri Lankan government plans to sign more free trade agreements (FTAs) with foreign partners to diversify its export markets and boost foreign exchange earnings, media reports said on Sunday, citing a senior official. Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Chathuranga Abeysinghe said market diversification is critical to building a […]
Sri Lanka releases 14 Indian fishermen during PM Modi’s visit
Colombo, April 6 (IANS) In a significant gesture underscoring growing bilateral goodwill, Sri Lanka on Sunday released 14 Indian fishermen, during the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the island nation. The release followed detailed discussions between PM Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake earlier on Saturday, during which the long-standing issue […]
