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Ranil freed on bail

Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe freed on bail amid corruption probe, as health concerns and political backlash fuel debate over justice, vengeance, and the future of Sri Lanka’s fragile democracy….reports Asian

August 28, 2025

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Ranil Wickremesinghe in Custody Over State Funds Probe

Wickremesinghe was summoned by the CID over allegations of misuse of State funds and subsequently arrested following a four-hour-long statement…reports Asian Lite News In a major development, former Sri Lankan President Ranil

August 22, 2025

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India, Sri Lanka Wrap Up SLINEX-25 in Colombo

The initiative also served to deepen mutual understanding, promote maritime diplomacy…reports Asian Lite News Aiming to boost maritime diplomacy and enhance people-to-people ties, the 12th edition of the India-Sri Lanka bilateral naval

August 22, 2025

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Lanka Backs India’s Bold Stand Against US Tariffs, Calls It an Inspiration for Asia

Lankan MP has urged his countrymen to back New Delhi’s stand against what he termed as US President Donald Trump’s “selective and unfair trade” measures…reports Asian Lite News Recalling India’s massive support

August 11, 2025

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Sri Lanka, India Deepen Ties

The delegation, including 24 leaders from across 14 political parties of Sri Lanka, began their two-week visit to India on Wednesday….reports Asian Lite News A 24-member Sri Lankan delegation met Foreign Secretary

July 16, 2025

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Debt deals, austerity still rule Colombo

IMF approves $350 million t ranche as island nation sees early signs of recovery, but challenges persist amid ongoing reforms and rising public discontent….reports Asian Lite News The International Monetary Fund (IMF)

July 3, 2025

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Dengue Scare Hits Lankan Schools

Dengue and Chikungunya cases are on the rise in Sri Lanka….reports Asian Lite News Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Education has issued instructions to prevent the spread of dengue and Chikungunya in schools

June 9, 2025

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India, Sri Lanka Sign Defence Deal as Modi Gets Top Honour

India and Sri Lanka on Saturday signed an upgraded agreement on defence cooperation, marking a pivotal moment in regional security collaboration during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to the island nation.

April 5, 2025

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Modi Accorded Ceremonial Welcome in Sri Lanka

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a grand ceremonial welcome in Colombo on Saturday as he began his first official visit to Sri Lanka since 2019. The visit marks a renewed push

April 5, 2025

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Modi Due in Sri Lanka to Cement Ties

Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha described the visit to island nation as “very important” and likely will set a fresh agenda for bilateral cooperation Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit

April 4, 2025

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