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‘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…

The Hindu

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…

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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…

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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.

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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.

Al Jazeera

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 Independent UK

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 Hindu

'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…

The Times of India

'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 Times of India

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

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'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.

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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.

The Times of India

Pakistan reach for the stars, bring down the skies

Rizwan, Shafique heroics lead team to record win after Kusal, Sadeera tons

The Times of India

WATCH: Babar Azam throws his wicket away to a poor delivery vs Sri Lanka

NEW DELHI: Pakistan made it two wins from two World Cup matches as batsmen Mohammad Rizwan and Abdullah Shafique hit centuries in a record run-chase to set up a six-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in Hyderabad on Tuesday.

The Times of India

IND vs PAK: Pakistan will go with the same plan vs India, says Mohammad Rizwan

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's batting hero Mohammad Rizwan said his team was confident of achieving a World Cup record chase against Sri Lanka in Hyderabad, clinching Tuesday's match by six wickets.

AAP

Thunder add Athapaththu to overflowing WBBL list

Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu will battle fellow overseas players Heather Knight, Marizanne Kapp and Lauren Bell for a WBBL slot at the Sydney Thunder.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan beat Sri Lanka in record Cricket World Cup run chase

Pakistan chased down a target of 345, with Rizwan scoring an undefeated 131 and Shafique making 113.

The Times of India

Pakistan pull off record World Cup run chase riding on Rizwan, Shafique sparkling tons

NEW DELHI: Mohammad Rizwan and Abdullah Shafique struck dazzling centuries as Pakistan pulled off a record ODI World Cup chase against Sri Lanka in Hyderabad for their second win.

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