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EC orders probe into voting by foreigners in Tamil Nadu polls, 10 held in Chennai

The Election Commission has ordered a probe into allegations of foreign nationals voting in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. Police arrested ten foreign nationals attempting to fly out after noticing indelible ink on their fingers. These individuals, from Sri Lanka, the UK, and Canada, allegedly used fraudulent Indian ID documents.…

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Kuldip Yadav and Richard Gleeson change IPL teams, CSK buys leg spinner for Rs 30L, RCB shells out Rs 1.6 cr for pacer

Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have secured replacements for injured pacers Khaleel Ahmed and Nuwan Thushara. CSK signed Kuldip Yadav for ₹30 lakh, while RCB brought in English bowler Richard Gleeson for ₹1.6 crore. Thushara also withdrew his legal case against Sri Lanka Cricket, citing the tournament's progression.

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Petrol, diesel prices hiked: What are the fuel rates in Pakistan, Nepal & Bangladesh? Check latest price comparision

Petrol, diesel prices in India vs neighbour countries: After petrol and diesel prices were increased by Rs 3 per litre in India, fuel costs have once again become a talking point for daily commuters. But how expensive is fuel in India compared to neighbouring countries like Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal,…

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi named in India A squad for SL tri-series, Tilak to lead side

Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been selected for the India A squad. They will compete in a tri-nation 50-over series in Sri Lanka. The tournament features hosts Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A. This series provides a platform for young talent. India A aims to perform well in the…

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India A squad for Sri Lanka ODI tri-series 2026 announced, Tilak Varma to lead team: Check full team list

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has revealed the India A squad for an upcoming ODI tri-series in Sri Lanka. This tournament is scheduled for June 2026. Tilak Varma will lead the team as captain. Riyan Parag has been appointed as the vice-captain. The squad includes promising young…

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We are seeing momentum for Indian investment in Sri Lanka, lot of interest in hospitality, ports, logistics: Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Chairperson

Sri Lanka aims to boost trade with India. The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce sees strong interest for Indian investments in hospitality, ports, and logistics. Sri Lanka's economy has recovered and stabilized. This presents new opportunities for partnerships and collaboration between the two nations. Regional cooperation is highlighted as key to…

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173 Indians among foreigners arrested in latest Sri Lanka’s cyber crime crackdown

Sri Lankan police apprehended 173 Indian nationals, alongside 25 Nepalese and other foreigners, in a significant cybercrime sweep across southern resort towns. Suspects, aged 25-35, face charges including visa abuse, illegal employment, and cybercrime offenses. This follows earlier detentions of Chinese and Vietnamese nationals, highlighting a broader crackdown on international…

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Mission ShakthiSAT expands presence to Sri Lanka, empowers young women in STEM

This initiative involves 12,000 girls from 108 countries in satellite design and launch, fostering STEM education and global unity. Selected students will attend a training program in India in August 2026.

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Meet the Bengaluru techie couple who swam 32 km from Sri Lanka to India via the Ram Setu route in 11 hours; here's how they did it

Bengaluru couple Danish Abdi and Vrushali Prasade made history by completing a 32-kilometer open-water swim from Sri Lanka to India across the Palk Strait. They navigated rough seas for 10 hours and 45 minutes, reaching Dhanushkodi. Their remarkable feat, achieved with strict safety measures, has garnered widespread admiration for their…

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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.

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Sri Lanka police arrest 22 Buddhist monks after 110kg of cannabis found in luggage

Customs officials say group allegedly hid 5kg of ‘kush’ in false walls of bags on return from Bangkok holiday

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Ex-Oracle US employee says India felt “exhausting” while Sri Lanka felt peaceful

A recent post by tech entrepreneur Harshdeep Rapal, co-founder and CEO of Legitt AI, has triggered discussion on social media after he recounted a conversation with a retired American tech professional about travelling in India.

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US intercepts 3 Iranian oil tankers near India, Malaysia amid maritime blockade

US forces have intercepted at least three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters, redirecting them away from key shipping lanes near India, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka. This action intensifies Washington's maritime blockade on Iran, disrupting global energy flows. The US Central Command has directed numerous vessels to turn back, highlighting…

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This surprisingly affordable Sri Lanka wellness retreat helped me completely de-stress

You could spend thousands of pounds detoxing in a European clinic, or you could head to Sri Lanka for a more gentle, deeply authentic and surprisingly great value wellness break, says Fiona McIntosh

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Sri Lanka sent home 238 Iranian sailors, including survivors of a US torpedo attack

Sri Lanka has sent home 238 Iranian sailors, including 32 who survived a U.S. torpedo attack in the Indian Ocean

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Hundreds of Iranian sailors return from Sri Lanka weeks after US torpedo sinks warship

The Iris Dena was sunk on 4 March by a US torpedo, killing at least 104

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Sri Lankan student could be deported from UK after one-day student fee delay

Coventry University reported Navodya De Silva, 25, to Home Office after £8,000 arrived late, causing termination of visa

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‘I’m a much nicer person now’: Brin Parathapan on life after MasterChef, Tamil flavours and improving mood with food

MasterChef winner Brin Pirathapan tells Lauren Taylor why he ditched life as a vet, leans on Tamil Sri Lankan flavour and turns everyday ingredients into bold, mood-lifting cooking

The Times of India

China mapping ocean around India to avert its own Hormuz moment in Strait of Malacca?

At the heart of this push lies a strategic concern long associated with Beijing: securing critical sea lanes, particularly through the Strait of Malacca, and reducing vulnerabilities in the event of a conflict that could threaten its energy and trade lifelines. This vulnerability has a direct bearing on India’s strategic…

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5 Ram Temples in India with Hidden Ramayana Secrets

There is something profoundly captivating about the Ramayana- not merely as a sacred narrative, but as a living geography that continues to breathe through the temples, rivers, and landscapes of India. What makes this epic extraordinary is that its story is not locked in the past; it is scattered across…

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Aussie selector defends Molineux captaincy call

National selector Shawn Flegler has backed the decision to bestow the Australia team captaincy upon injury-plagued bowling allrounder Sophie Molineux.

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‘India is going to face a food crisis’: Farmers panic over fertiliser shortages amid Iran war

Ripple effects of oil and fertiliser shortage felt by farmers in India and Sri Lanka despite governments saying there is enough stock to go round

The Conversation

From youth bulges to graying societies: The demographic dynamics that are upending the world

Government-shaking protests in Bangladesh, Iran, Nepal and Sri Lanka – to name a few – have all in recent years been linked to what demographers call a “youth bulge.” Meanwhile, the economic slowdown in China and ballooning public debt in the United States are in part due to the two…

The Times of India

'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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