Sri Lanka

Republic Day 2026: 'Right choice for China-India to be good friends', says Chinese Prez; Bangladesh, Australia extend wishes

Chinese President Xi Jinping, along with leaders from the US, Australia, Japan, Finland, and Sri Lanka, extended greetings to President Droupadi Murmu on India's 77th Republic Day, emphasising diplomatic engagement, dialogue, and confidence-building measures between nations.

Jan 26, 2026

Architecture of slow luxury: Finding a soulful oasis in the heart of Colombo

From Channa Daswatta's rhythmic corridors to an exquisite English High Tea in the garden, Ishq Colombo redefines the urban retreat as a slow luxury masterpiece.

Jan 22, 2026

Op Sagar Bandhu: Sri Lanka cyclone relief; Indian Army constructs third Bailey bridge, restores B-492 highway connectivity

Earlier in January, the Task Force had restored connectivity at KM 21 and other strategic points along the B-492, which connects Kandy in the Central Province to Badulla in Uva Province—one of the worst-affected regions by the cyclone. The swift construction of these bridges has reconnected communities, reduced travel time, and facilitated the movement of essential supplies in the aftermath of the disaster.

Jan 17, 2026

Operation Sagar Bandhu: Indian army engineers begin restoring communication links in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka

The team comprises specialised bridging experts, surveyors and watermanship specialists, along with personnel proficient in operating heavy earth-moving equipment, drones and unmanned systems, enabling the delivery of precise and effective engineering support.

Dec 12, 2025

Meet Dilshan Sirisena, the man bringing Sri Lanka's heart to the world, one experience at a time

Through his brand Soulful Sri Lanka, Dilshan Sirisena is reimagining tourism by curating deeply personal, authentic experiences that connect travelers with the island's people, culture, and spirit—one meaningful journey at a time.

Nov 3, 2025

Mahen Wijesekera and Chethaka Wijesekera

From coast to culinary keystone: How Wijesekera brothers shaped Zephyr Ceylon [Interview]

Raised on Sri Lanka's southern coast and armed with a shared vision, the Wijesekera brothers combine local talent, global hospitality insights and community-first values to elevate Sri Lankan-Asian fusion cuisine while empowering rural teams and redefining luxury on the island's shores

Oct 24, 2025

PM Modi to inaugurate India-assisted railway projects in Sri Lanka's Anuradhapura

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday received a ceremonial Guard of Honour from the Sri Lankan Air Force upon his arrival at the historic city of Anuradhapura, where he, along with Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, will inaugurate major India-assisted infrastructure projects.

Apr 6, 2025

PM Modi visits Jaya Shri Mahabodhi Temple in Sri Lanka

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, visited the Jaya Shri Mahabodhi Temple in Anuradhapura to seek blessings.

Apr 6, 2025

Sri Lanka releases 14 Indian fishermen during PM Modi's visit

In a significant gesture underscoring growing bilateral goodwill, Sri Lanka on Sunday released 14 Indian fishermen, during the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the island nation.

Apr 6, 2025

PM Modi to visit Sri Lanka after attending BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand

PM Modi to visit Sri Lanka next month after BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on official visits to Thailand and Sri Lanka from April 03 to April 06, further reaffirming India's commitment to its 'Neighbourhood First' policy, 'Act East' policy, and 'MAHASAGAR' and vision of the Indo-Pacific.

Mar 28, 2025

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 11 TN fishermen, seize mechanised boat

The Sri Lankan Navy on Thursday arrested 11 fishermen from Tamil Nadu for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL).

Mar 27, 2025

TN fishermen associations to hold protests against recurring arrests by Sri Lankan Navy

TN fishermen associations up in arms, to hold protests over frequent arrests by Sri Lankan Navy

Fishermen associations across Tamil Nadu are gearing up for large-scale protests against the recurring arrests of Indian fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy and the confiscation of their mechanized boats.

Feb 24, 2025

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 32 Tamil fishermen, five boats seized

The Sri Lankan Navy has arrested 32 fishermen from Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) and fishing in Lankan waters.

Feb 23, 2025

Sri Lankan Navy Detains 10 Tamil Nadu Fishermen

The Sri Lankan Navy has arrested ten fishermen, hailing from Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, for allegedly trespassing into its territorial waters.

Feb 20, 2025

10 TN fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy; mechanised boat seized

10 TN fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy, seizes one mechanised boat

Ten fishermen from Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, were arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy in the early hours of Monday for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL).

Feb 3, 2025

Adani Enterprises' share jumps nearly 5 pc, Adani Ports among top gainers

Reports on projects in Sri Lanka being cancelled false and misleading: Adani Group

The Adani Group on Friday categorically denied reports claiming that Adani's 484 MW wind power projects in Mannar and Pooneryn in Sri Lanka have been cancelled.

Jan 24, 2025

Eight TN fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy, boats seized

Eight fishermen from Rameswaram and Thangachimadam in Tamil Nadu were arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy in the early hours of Sunday.

Jan 12, 2025

20 Indian fishermen released by Sri Lanka return

The 20 Indian fishermen, who were released from jails in Sri Lanka, reached Chennai by flight

Jan 1, 2025

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 16 TN fishermen, seizes two mechanised boats

The Sri Lankan Navy arrested 16 Tamil Nadu fishermen on Tuesday near Nedantheevu, alleging that they crossed the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) and entered its waters.

Dec 24, 2024

Maritime security in focus, India and Sri Lanka explore agreement on defence cooperation

Recognising shared security interests and challenges in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), India and Sri Lanka on Monday agreed to advance defence collaboration with New Delhi reiterating its continued commitment to working closely with Colombo in advancing the island nation's maritime security needs.

Dec 16, 2024

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Sri Lanka

Republic Day 2026: 'Right choice for China-India to be good friends', says Chinese Prez; Bangladesh, Australia extend wishes

Architecture of slow luxury: Finding a soulful oasis in the heart of Colombo

Op Sagar Bandhu: Sri Lanka cyclone relief; Indian Army constructs third Bailey bridge, restores B-492 highway connectivity

Operation Sagar Bandhu: Indian army engineers begin restoring communication links in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka

Meet Dilshan Sirisena, the man bringing Sri Lanka's heart to the world, one experience at a time

From coast to culinary keystone: How Wijesekera brothers shaped Zephyr Ceylon [Interview]

PM Modi to inaugurate India-assisted railway projects in Sri Lanka's Anuradhapura

PM Modi visits Jaya Shri Mahabodhi Temple in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka releases 14 Indian fishermen during PM Modi's visit

PM Modi to visit Sri Lanka next month after BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 11 TN fishermen, seize mechanised boat

TN fishermen associations up in arms, to hold protests over frequent arrests by Sri Lankan Navy

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 32 Tamil fishermen, five boats seized

Sri Lankan Navy Detains 10 Tamil Nadu Fishermen

10 TN fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy, seizes one mechanised boat

Reports on projects in Sri Lanka being cancelled false and misleading: Adani Group

Eight TN fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy, boats seized

20 Indian fishermen released by Sri Lanka return

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 16 TN fishermen, seizes two mechanised boats

Maritime security in focus, India and Sri Lanka explore agreement on defence cooperation

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