Sri Lankan hospital claims record after removing 3.1kg stone from man’s bladder Doctors at Trincomalee general hospital remove stone the size of ostrich egg from man’s bladder The Independent UK · Aug 18
Pant-astic! Rishabh Pant just hit a Test milestone no Indian reached before Rishabh Pant achieved a significant milestone by hitting his 100th Test six. He became the first Indian batter and fourth player globally to reach this mark. Pant reached the landmark in his 51st Test, making him the fastest to do so. This achievement came during India's second innings against Sri… The Economic Times · Aug 18
Left hooks floor Sri Lanka: Suthar and Jadeja share seven wickets to hand India a healthy 178-run lead despite Dinusha’s century India maintained control during the first Test match against Sri Lanka in Galle. Spinners Manav Suthar and Ravindra Jadeja took crucial wickets for the Indian team. Sri Lanka's Sonal Dinusha and Niroshan Dickwella staged a strong recovery with their batting. Jadeja achieved a significant career milestone by reaching 350 Test… The Economic Times · Aug 17
14-year-old Dineth Fernando moved to Australia seven months ago and studied 200 Scrabble words a day; recently he became world youth Scrabble champion Hard work takes you a long way and 14-year-old Dineth Fernando has already found that 200 words a day can take you very far. The Melbourne teenager has only been in Australia for seven months but has already been to Nairobi and back with one of the biggest prizes in… The Times of India · Aug 17
India all out for 462 against Sri Lanka in first Test as Devdutt Padikkal scores 167 Concluding their first innings at 462 runs on the third day, India showcased a remarkable performance with Devdutt Padikkal scoring 167 runs. Asitha Fernando, who took the final Indian wicket, added to his figures. The standout bowler for Sri Lanka, Prabath Jayasuriya, achieved four wickets, especially after rain had caused… The Economic Times · Aug 17
Now to have a ball in Galle India reached 460 for 9 after two days of play in Galle. Devdutt Padikkal scored 167, his highest score in Sri Lanka. Dhruv Jurel provided stability with a crucial 51 runs. Rain interruptions limited play, impacting the overall match duration. India remains confident in their bowling attack to secure a… The Economic Times · Aug 16
Pakistan retain Wahab Riaz as women’s team head coach for Asian Games, senior batter Aliya Riaz recalled Pakistan Cricket Board retains Wahab Riaz and coaching staff for upcoming tournaments. Senior batter Aliya Riaz has been recalled for the Asian Games selection. Sidra Amin and Sadaf Shams were overlooked as selectors deemed them ODI players only. Fatima Sana will captain the squad for both the Asia Cup and… The Economic Times · Aug 16
Galle weather causes another delay as India vs Sri Lanka Test enters Day 2 after rain disrupts final session of Day 1 Galle weather has delayed the start of Day 2 in the India vs Sri Lanka first Test, with persistent rain preventing play in Galle on Sunday. The weather had also disrupted Day 1, but India still reached 288/2 at stumps after Devdutt Padikkal scored his maiden Test century and remained… The Economic Times · Aug 16
Padikkal rises to the occasion: Drafted in after Sudharsan’s injury, Devdutt repays the faith with a maiden century India's top order displayed assured batting on a good pitch in Galle. Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul formed a strong opening partnership for the team. Devdutt Padikkal scored an unbeaten century, putting India in control of the game. Padikkal's preparation paid off, leading to a stylish performance in the match.… The Economic Times · Aug 15
Cricket: Padikkal smashes ton at No 3, India eye big total Devdutt Padikkal struck his maiden test hundred for India against Sri Lanka. He propelled the tourists to a commanding 288-2 on the opening day. Opener KL Rahul also contributed a composed 77 before retiring hurt. Padikkal and Rahul built a significant 150-run partnership for the second wicket. Rishabh Pant remained… The Economic Times · Aug 15
Devdutt Padikkal, KL Rahul's power India to 197/1 vs Sri Lanka at Tea on Day 1 India reached 197 for one wicket at Tea on day one. Devdutt Padikkal and KL Rahul added 150 runs for the second wicket. Yashasvi Jaiswal was run out for 32 runs in the first session. Padikkal scored 84 and Rahul made 77 not out. The pair steadied the innings after… The Economic Times · Aug 15
India vs Sri Lanka Test Series 2026: Galle 1st test live streaming, squads, playing XI, weather, pitch and head-to-head record Ind vs SL Test Live Streaming: India and Sri Lanka begin their two-match Test series in Galle on August 15, 2026. Here are the live streaming details, squads, predicted playing XIs, weather and pitch reports, and the head-to-head Test record. The Economic Times · Aug 15
What the Dhammapada Really Teaches About Anger, Hatred, and Why You Keep Suffering The verse that changes everythingVerse 17 of the Dhammapada doesn't open gently. It gives you a list, "he abused me, he beat me, he defeated me, he robbed me", and then tells you plainly: those who carry such thoughts do not still their hatred. The verse doesn't say your grievance… Times Life · Aug 15
India vs Sri Lanka Test Series 2026: Check IND vs SL match schedule, live streaming, predicted playing 11 and full squads Beginning August 15, 2026, cricket fans can look forward to an exciting two-match Test series between India and Sri Lanka. Led by Shubman Gill, the revamped Indian Test team will take the field, although both nations are grappling with notable injury issues. Tune in to Sony Sports Network for live… The Economic Times · Aug 14
The Economic Times · Aug 14 India seek Sri Lanka Test series win to revive World Test Championship hopes A strong showing in Sri Lanka is essential for India to improve its position in the World Test Championship. Captain Shubman Gill stressed the team's determination to reach the championship final. The Indian squad is aiming for dominance, recalling their last victorious sweep against Sri Lanka nine years ago. With…
The Economic Times · Aug 14 India’s FTA exports surge, shipments to Singapore and Sri Lanka more than double Exports to Singapore and Sri Lanka more than doubled in the first quarter. Shipments to the ASEAN region also saw significant growth during this period. Malaysia and Australia experienced substantial increases in their export figures. The India-UK trade agreement operationalized, boosting shipments to the UK. Overall, India's exports demonstrated robust…
The Economic Times · Aug 14 Galle spin challenge awaits India as Gambhir seeks Test redemption India's batters face a significant spin challenge in the upcoming Galle Test series. Head coach Gautam Gambhir's position relies heavily on the team's performance in this crucial series. Sri Lanka's spinners have historically made Galle a difficult venue for visiting teams. Indian bowlers must also find their rhythm on the…
The Economic Times · Aug 13 Soft ball, hard questions: India’s inexperienced attack has no clear template to follow as conditions remain difficult to read Galle's pitch preparation remains uncertain for the upcoming India-Sri Lanka Test match. Home side strategizing involves balancing traditional spin strengths with a true surface. India's bowling coach Morne Morkel emphasized adapting to heat and a softening Kookaburra ball. Fast bowlers must deliver short, intense spells to exploit conditions effectively. The…
The Economic Times · Aug 13 Nine Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy; TN CM urges Jaishankar to intervene In a plea for immediate action, Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay of Tamil Nadu has called on the Centre to intervene diplomatically regarding the recent seizure of nine Indian fishermen and their vessel by Sri Lankan authorities. This incident is the second in August, heightening concerns among the coastal fishing…
The Economic Times · Aug 13 Kings of Galle: The Jayasuriya-Mendis twister awaits Indian batters Sri Lankan spinners Prabath Jayasuriya and Ramesh Mendis have made Galle their favorite venue. They have collectively taken 145 wickets at this ground, posing a significant challenge. Jayasuriya, nicknamed the 'King of Galle,' uses the wind effectively to generate drift. Mendis provides crucial support, maintaining pressure from the other end.…
The Conversation · Aug 12 How Gen Z and India’s Cockroach Janata Party are successfully challenging Narendra Modi Gen Z protesters have taken to the streets in mass numbers in South Asia in recent years — particularly in Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, leading to regime change in those countries. These protests are part of a broader, global Gen Z movement.
The Economic Times · Aug 11 Old ground, new reality: A proud record against Sri Lanka offers little comfort to an Indian side still searching for identity India faces Sri Lanka in a Test series with no current player knowing defeat. The team's bowling attack shows significant inexperience in Jasprit Bumrah's absence. Batting also appears shaky despite Shubman Gill's recovery and Yashasvi Jaiswal's hunger. This series is crucial for India's World Test Championship qualification hopes. Victory is…
The Economic Times · Aug 11 Gurnoor Brar could be India's X-Factor in Bumrah's absence: Former Sri Lanka allrounder Farveez Maharoof Former Sri Lanka allrounder Farveez Maharoof sees Gurnoor Brar as an X-factor for India. He would be tempted to debut the young pacer against Sri Lanka. India will miss Jasprit Bumrah's reverse-swinging ability in the upcoming series. Maharoof also discussed the spinner selection and Rishabh Pant's potential impact. He predicted…
The Economic Times · Aug 11 Travelling to Sri Lanka? Indian tourists can now save 20% on PickMe rides with UPI payments Indian tourists can now enjoy a flat twenty percent discount on PickMe rides in Sri Lanka. This offer is valid for rides paid for using UPI, up to a limit of seven hundred fifty Sri Lankan rupees. The initiative aims to encourage digital payments and reduce cash reliance for Indian…
The Independent UK · Aug 11 I joined a group tour after travelling the world solo for 20 years – and fell in love Intrigued by the rise of group tours, Lydia Swinscoe embarked on a whirlwind trip that changed her life in the most unexpected of ways