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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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What Sri Lanka Can Learn from Pahalgam

If Sri Lanka’s support for India in combating terrorism is genuine, how can Pakistan—widely accused of using terrorism as a tool against India—be treated as an equal partner….writes A. Jathindra While references

May 23, 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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PM Modi Due in Lanka

PM Modi may stop in Colombo on his way back from Bangkok after the BIMSTEC Summit (April 2-4)….reports Asian Lite News Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Sri Lanka in

March 5, 2025

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Batting Legends Who Ruled the Champions Trophy

The ICC Champions Trophy is set to make its much-anticipated return after more than seven years, promising intense cricketing action as top ODI sides vie for one of the most coveted titles

February 4, 2025

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