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SHOCKING: Colombo - What They Never Told You

Indian naval ship arrives in Sri Lanka for operational deployment

Indian Naval Ship Sunayna has docked in Colombo for a three-day visit. The ship is part of the Indian Ocean Ship - Security and Growth for All in the Region initiative. This deployment involves a multinational crew from 16 countries. The visit aims to foster cooperation and maritime security. The…

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Indians among over 600 foreigners arrested for cybercrime in Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan police have arrested over 600 foreigners, including Indian nationals, for cybercrime this year. Most of the arrested individuals were tourist visa overstayers, apprehended in popular Colombo suburbs. Authorities urge the public to report tenants to aid security efforts against these international syndicates.

The Economic Times

'Grateful for India’s swift support': Sri Lanka President thanks PM Modi for fuel aid amid Middle East crisis

NEW DELHI: Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External affairs minister S Jaishankar after India sent an oil shipment to ease the fuel supply disruption due to Middle East conflict.

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British Airways returns to Melbourne and Colombo as long-haul links expand

Preference for nonstop flights to Asian destinations likely to grow as a result of Middle East conflict

The Independent UK

All-round Will Jacks fires England to T20 World Cup victory as New Zealand left facing anxious semi-final wait

Pakistan could yet pip New Zealand to a semi-final spot after they missed out on victory in Colombo

The Independent UK

NZ ace Ravindra spins Sri Lanka out of T20 World Cup

Disciplined New Zealand have excelled with bat and ball to send co-hosts Sri Lanka spinning out of the T20 World Cup in Colombo.

AAP

I’ve stayed in over 70 Airbnbs solo, here’s how to find the perfect stay

Having booked dozens of stays on the rental app, solo travel expert Lydia Swinscoe shares nine invaluable tips for choosing the very best bedrooms when going it alone

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Afridi hits back at Shadab over ‘India World Cup’ remark: ‘Beta perform karo’

A fresh controversy has erupted in Pakistan cricket after former captain Shahid Afridi responded sharply to comments made by all-rounder Shadab Khan following Pakistan’s T20 World Cup 2026 victory over Namibia in Colombo.

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World T20 Super 8s guide: India still team to beat but Curran can inspire England

Power-hitting co-hosts are hot favourites despite playing in strongest group, while Sri Lanka and New Zealand will fancy chance of making final

The Guardian - UK

India and Pakistan captains fail to shake hands before T20 World Cup match

Pakistan had threatened to boycott the fixture in Colombo against their rivals

The Independent UK

India thrash Pakistan by 61 runs: T20 Cricket World Cup – as it happened

India thrash Pakistan by 61 runs in Colombo and qualify for the Super 8 stage of the T20I World Cup

The Guardian - UK

India vs Pakistan LIVE: T20 World Cup result, latest updates and reaction from grudge match

Defending champions brush aside arch-rivals in Colombo grudge match to seal Super Eight berth

Evening Standard

'Disappointing': Aussies stunned by Zimbabwe at T20 WC

Australia have been stunned by Zimbabwe at the Twenty20 World Cup, falling to a surprise 23-run loss in Colombo.

AAP

Zimbabwe stun Australia with 23-run victory at T20 World Cup – as it happened

Australia’s hopes of reaching the Super Eights are left hanging by a thread after Muzarabani takes four wickets to seal upset win

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No Marsh, no worries: Australia cane Irish in World Cup

Nathan Ellis has wrought havoc on Ireland's top order as Australia overcame the shock of losing Mitch Marsh to ease to a big win in their T20 World Cup opener.

The Guardian - AU

Australia v Ireland: T20 World Cup cricket – as it happened

Australia beat Ireland by 67 runs in Colombo to get their T20 World Cup under way with a win

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BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla Welcomes Pakistan’s Decision to Play India in T20 World Cup 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla on Tuesday welcomed Pakistan’s decision to reverse its earlier boycott and agree to play arch-rival India in the T20 World Cup 2026. The much-anticipated clash is scheduled for February 15 at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

The Guardian - AU

The revived Sydney to London ‘kangaroo route’ costs $50,000 a ticket. But you can do it for less than $10,000

A travel company has recreated the 1947 journey with food and ‘refined residences’ included. We asked a travel agent to do the same itinerary on the cheap

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The Independent UK

T20 World Cup 2026 schedule, format, teams, groups and how to watch on TV

Everything you need to know ahead of the tournament

AAP

Hazlewood ruled out of World Cup in latest Aussie blow

Luckless Australian paceman Josh Hazlewood has been dealt another blow in his ongoing recovery from hamstring and Achilles injuries.

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Suryakumar Yadav Reacts to Uncertainty Over India–Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash

India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has reacted calmly to the uncertainty surrounding the high-profile T20 World Cup match between India and Pakistan, scheduled for February 15 in Colombo. His comments come after the Pakistani government announced its decision to boycott the fixture, creating doubts over whether the much-anticipated clash will…

Evening Standard

Sri Lanka vs England: Harry Brook and Joe Root hit sparkling centuries as tourists seal ODI series win

Yorkshire pair share remarkable 191-run partnership to secure 53-run victory in Colombo

The Guardian - UK

Harry Brook’s brutal century sets up England for ODI series win in Sri Lanka

Harry Brook clubbed an unbeaten 136 from just 66 balls as England won the deciding ODI by 53 runs in Colombo to win the series 2-1

The Independent UK

England seal much-needed series win in Sri Lanka as Harry Brook and Joe Root star with centuries

A classy Root and explosive Brook powered England to an unassailable total in Colombo

The Guardian - UK

Sri Lanka v England: second men’s cricket one-day international – as it happened

end losing run and level the series in Colombo thanks to Joe Root’s 75, while Harry Brook criticises pitch as “worst I’ve played on”

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