Tag: Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's Former Rebel Leader Forms Party
Former Tamil Tiger leader Vinayagamoorthi Muralitharan has formed a new party to voice the concerns of the Tamils in Sri Lanka, the media reported on Sunday.....
Sri Lankan Navy Kills Indian Fisherman, TN Announces Compensation
An Indian fisherman was shot dead by the Sri Lankan Navy in the Palk Straits on Monday night, evoking sharp criticism from Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K. Palaniswami, who announced a solacium of Rs five lakh for the bereaved family.....
Rajinikanth Cancels Sri Lanka Trip Following Protest
Following stiff opposition from Tamil outfits, megastar Rajinikanth on Saturday announced he has cancelled his visit to Sri Lanka next month to inaugurate a housing scheme. He had also sought an appointment with the Sri Lankan President to discuss the fishermen's issue.....
Sri Lanka Visit, A Sign Of Strong Relationship: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said his visit to Sri Lanka is a sign of "strong relationship" between the two countries.....
PM Modi Attends Vesak Day Celebrations In Colombo
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who reached Sri Lanka on Thursday, attended the 'International Vesak Day' celebrations in Colombo on Friday.....
Direct Varanasi-Colombo Flights From August: Modi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday the country's flag carrier will operate direct Varanasi-Colombo-Varanasi flights from August.....
Modi Invokes 'chai Pe Charcha' To Connect With Sri Lankan Tamils
Invoking his famous 'chai pe charcha' concept, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday sought to establish an instant rapport with the Indian origin Tamils of Sri Lanka, who dominate the plantation areas that produce the world famous Ceylon tea.....
India Vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Day 1: India Win The Toss, Elect To Bat
Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli won the toss and elected to bat against Sri Lanka in the first of the three-match Test series played in Galle on Wednesday. ....
India Vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Day 2: India 503/7 At Lunch
India score 503/7 in their first innings at lunch on the second day of the opening Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Thursday.....
First Test: India In Commanding Position On Day 3
Team India took a massive 498-run lead at the end of third day's play against Sri Lanka after bundling the hosts out for 291 in their first innings here on Friday ....
