Tag: Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka repatriates 21 Indian fishermen

Earlier on December 8, the Sri Lankan Navy had apprehended eight Indian fishermen and captured two boats off the coast of Ramanathapuram.

December 10, 2024

Sri Lankan Navy apprehends eight Indian fishermen, captures two boats off the coast of Ramanathapuram

The arrests of Indian fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy have been a concerning issue for both the Tamil Nadu government as well as the BJP-led central government.

December 8, 2024

Prabath, Peiris, Kamindu shine as Sri Lanka registers first series win over New Zealand in 15 years

Glenn Phillips (3/141) was the pick of the bowlers for NZ.

September 29, 2024

Mallikarjun Kharge congratulates Anura Kumara Dissanayake for winning Sri Lankan Presidential election

The High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, also conveyed his greetings to Dissanayake following his victory.

September 23, 2024

Anura Dissanayake to be Sri Lanka’s new president, early trends show

Polling was held on Saturday from 7 am to 4 pm local time in 22 electoral districts.

September 22, 2024

Sri Lanka announces visa-free access to Indians, 34 other nations from October 1

Sri Lankan Foreign Minister, Ali Sabry appreciated the development and called it the first step towards a visa-free regime.

August 23, 2024

India summons Sri Lankan Acting High Commissioner in New Delhi over death of Indian fisherman

Out of the four Indian fishermen who were on board the vessel, one died, another is missing, while two of the fishermen have been rescued and brought ashore to Kankesanthurai.

August 1, 2024

EAM Jaishankar arrives in Sri Lanka, to hold discussions with leadership

The External Affairs Minister noted that Sri Lanka is central to India's Neighborhood First and SAGAR policies.

June 20, 2024

Sri Lanka green lights Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite service

In May, Musk launched Starlink in Indonesia to improve access in remote parts of the archipelago.

June 8, 2024

Sri Lanka renews visa-free entry for Indians

The Sri Lankan government's move will open exciting possibilities for seamless travel between the two nations.

May 7, 2024