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February 14, 2026 6:24 PM

T20 World Cup: India and Pakistan set for Sunday blockbuster

India and Pakistan will clash in the Twenty20 World Cup in Colombo on Sunday, still feeling the aftershocks of a tumultuous fortnight in which Pakistan's boycott threat - later reversed - nearly blew a hole in the tournament's marquee fixture. Emoti...

February 14, 2026 11:30 AM

India and Pakistan fans flock to Colombo, windfall for tourism

Prices of flights and hotel bookings to Colombo, Sri Lanka, have soared as thousands of fans flock to the city to watch India play Pakistan on Sunday in cricket's Twenty20 World Cup. The neighbouring countries and cricket rivals are due to meet duri...

February 2, 2026 9:26 PM

Holy Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha to be exhibited in Sri Lanka from Feb 4

India will showcase the sacred Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha in Sri Lanka from February 4 to 10 as part of a major spiritual and cultural outreach initiative, reinforcing centuries-old civilisational ties between the two countries. The public expos...

December 23, 2025 5:00 PM

Jaishankar’s visit reflects close India–Sri Lanka friendship: Sri Lankan Foreign Minister

Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath on Tuesday said that External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s visit to Colombo is a strong reflection of the close friendship and enduring partnership between India and Sri Lanka. Addressing a joint press...

October 16, 2025 8:32 PM

India reaffirms commitment to healthy ageing at WHO regional meeting in Colombo

India has reiterated its commitment to promoting healthy ageing and strengthening primary healthcare systems to support the elderly population at the 78th Session of the World Health Organization Regional Committee for South-East Asia, held in Colomb...

December 10, 2024 5:28 PM

Sri Lanka President Dissanayake to visit India in his first foreign trip

Sri Lankan President Anura Dissanayake is set to embark on his first international trip since assuming office, with a visit to India scheduled from December 15 to 17. The Sri Lankan government confirmed that during his visit, Dissanayake will meet w...

August 25, 2024 8:55 AM

INS Mumbai to dock in Colombo for three-day visit

The Indian Navy’s warship, INS Mumbai, will arrive in Colombo on August 26, for a three-day visit. The Sri Lanka Navy will ceremonially receive the ship. INS Mumbai, commissioned into the Indian Navy on January 22, 2001, is the third of the Delhi-...