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Adani Ports' Colombo West terminal doubles capacity to 3.2 million TEUs with $750 million investment

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone has successfully completed the expansion of the Colombo West International Terminal. This expansion doubled the terminal's capacity to 3.2 million TEUs following a USD 750 million investment. Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya inaugurated the expanded facility, emphasizing its significance for the country's…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Sri Lanka by Train and Bus: The Hill Country Route Indian Travellers Skip by Booking Cabs

The cab trap most Indian visitors walk straight intoThe moment an Indian traveller clears Colombo's Bandaranaike airport, a driver is waiting with a sign and a price. It feels efficient. It feels safe. And it costs, on average, four to five times what the same journey costs by train or…

Times Life · Sep 27

South Korea visa services now available at six VFS Global centres across South Asia

VFS Global has expanded South Korea visa services to six centres across India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Four centres operate in India—New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai and Kolkata—while Dhaka and Colombo have recently joined the network as demand for Korea visas grows across South Asia.

The Economic Times · Sep 15

India captain Shubhman Gill puts positive spin on drawn Colombo test

India secured a 1-0 series victory over Sri Lanka after winning the opening test. The team felt disappointed after the second test ended in a draw. Young players like Manav Suthar and Devdutt Padikkal showed promising performances. Shubman Gill acknowledged the team played good cricket for most of the series.…

The Economic Times · Aug 28

"Not good for sport": Sanjay Manjrekar urges ICC, BCCI to address Yashasvi Jaiswal's on-field conduct

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has called on the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to take a stronger stance on on-field conduct after India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was sanctioned for his altercation with Sri Lanka pacer Asitha Fernando during the ongoing…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

India enforce follow-on after restricting Sri Lanka to 290 in Colombo Test

After declaring at 503/9, India successfully bowled Sri Lanka out for 290, leading to a 213-run deficit for the visitors. Notably, Sonal Dinusha's remarkable century gave Sri Lanka a glimmer of hope. As India nears an innings victory, they only need ten more wickets, while Sri Lanka has a strenuous…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

School assembly headline August 26: Top national, international, business and sports news for students

School assembly headlines for August 26 cover major national developments, including the Supreme Court's ruling in the Tarun Tejpal case, Delhi's H1N1 surge and DRDO missile tech transfer. International news includes Israeli strikes on a Gaza hospital and US-Iran sanctions tensions. Sports highlights feature India's dominant position against Sri Lanka…

The Economic Times · Aug 25

Shubman Gill joins 3,000-run club in Tests during Colombo second Test

Indian skipper Shubman Gill achieved 3,000 Test runs on Sunday. He reached this milestone during the second Test against Sri Lanka. Gill has scored 3,004 runs in 43 matches at an average of 43.53. He is the fourth-youngest Indian batter to achieve this significant feat. India was 88/2 at the…

The Economic Times · Aug 23

Ravindra Jadeja creates history, becomes first Indian to feature in 50 WTC matches

Ravindra Jadeja achieved a significant milestone by playing his 50th World Test Championship match. This historic achievement occurred during India's second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo. The veteran all-rounder reached this landmark as India made one change to their playing XI. Saransh Jain made his debut for India, replacing…

The Economic Times · Aug 23

Buoyant India eye series sweep against injury-hit Sri Lanka

India seeks a series sweep against Sri Lanka to improve World Test Championship standings. Victory in Colombo would boost their bid to reach the third WTC final. Devdutt Padikkal's century suggests he is a dependable number three option. Spinner Manav Suthar impressed with ten wickets in the opening test.

The Economic Times · Aug 22