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Dead or alive? Parents of children gone in Sri Lanka's civil war have spent 15 years seeking answers

It has been 15 years since the end of Sri Lanka's civil war, which pitted government forces against Tamil Tiger separatists

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Sri Lanka Tamils Mark 15 Years Since End Of Civil War

Sri Lanka's minority Tamil community marked 15 years since the end of the island nation's civil war on Saturday in an emotional ceremony that proceeded despite fears authorities would attempt to prevent its staging.

International Business Times

After the civil war, the stifling impasse in Sri Lanka

The Tamil people in Sri Lanka must rethink their strategies, depart from the isolationist and suicidal politics that has reduced them to historical irrelevance, and join forces with all the peoples

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14 Sri Lankan fishermen arrested by Indian Coast Guard at Nagapattinam

Indian Navy arrests 14 Sri Lankan fishermen for illegal fishing, crossing IMBL, and violating Maritime Zones Act.

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Airport e-gates back online as nationwide outage sparks chaos at Heathrow and Gatwick into the night

One traveller who arrived at Heathrow from Sri Lanka said it was ‘pandemonium’ when he got to passport control in Terminal 3

Evening Standard

Sri Lanka book spot in Australia's group for WT20 WC

Sydney Thunder's Chamari Athapaththu has helped Sri Lanka book a place in Australia's group at the Women's T20 World Cup in Bangladesh this October.

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Sri Lanka top court hears rights petition against Indian fishermen

Supreme Court in Colombo addresses illegal bottom trawling by Indian fishermen in Sri Lankan waters, affecting local fishermen.

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Over 11 lakh painkiller capsules headed for Sri Lanka seized in Ramanathapuram district, one arrested

Tiruppulani police seize 11.88 lakh painkiller capsules in Ramanathapuram district, suspect smuggling to Sri Lanka. Driver escapes, accomplice caught.

The Hindu

How to watch the India vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2024 final online or on TV

Here's how you can watch the 2024 T20 World Cup final online or on TV, which is contested between India and South Africa.

WhatToWatch

World Press Freedom Index: India’s improved ranking and the Palestine puzzle

India ranked 159, two spots higher than last year, in the 2024 edition of the Press Freedom Index, published annually by Reporters Without Borders. It’s behind Turkey, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, which are ranked at positions 158, 152, and 150, respectively.

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India sends holy Sarayu water to Sri Lanka for consecration ceremony of Seetha Amma temple

India has initiated the process of sending sacred Sarayu river water to Sri Lanka for the consecration ceremony of Seetha Amma Temple, dedicated to Goddess Sita.

The Hindu

The inexplicable rise of kidney disease in Sri Lanka’s farming communities

Residents of several ‘hotspots’ have been afflicted by kidney failure in the past few decades – and no one knows why.

Al Jazeera

Three T.N. fishermen released by Sri Lankan court; fishermen leader says eight more are in prison

Fishermen in Rameswaram relieved as three jailed in Sri Lanka are released, efforts ongoing for remaining eight.

The Hindu

Communal dinners, shared rooms, and 6am wake-up calls — why do people love group travel so much?

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78-year-old swimmer from Bengaluru dies while swimming from Sri Lanka to India

78-year-old Gopal Rao dies of heart attack during relay swim from Sri Lanka to India, sparking investigation.

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Sri Lanka's Inflation Decreases To 2.5% In March

Learn about Sri Lanka's decreased inflation rate of 2.5% in March and its implications for the economy.

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Fatal Crash At Sri Lanka Race Track Leaves 7 Dead

Tragic race car accident in Colombo raises safety concerns after seven fatalities and twenty injuries.

Evening Standard

Hilton Yala hotel review: inside Sri Lanka’s newest eco-minded retreat

Abha Shah checks into Sri Lanka’s newest Hilton, where elephants and monkeys roam free

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Sri Lanka’s Veddas have close genetic affinity with Indian populations: CSIR-CCMB led study

Genetic study reveals close link between Sri Lankan Veddas and Indian populations, challenging conventional isolation-by-distance model.

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K. Nalini, resident of Sri Lankan refugee camp in Tiruchi, becomes first from her community to vote

K. Nalini, a Sri Lankan refugee turned Indian citizen, casts her first vote in Tiruchi, Tamil Nadu.

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Incredible film locations to inspire your next getaway - from the tropical landscapes of Sri Lanka to the deserts of Jordan

These inspiring destinations are begging to be explored...

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IMF Supports Sri Lanka's Debt Discussions With Bondholders

IMF offers support to Sri Lanka in debt discussions amid economic challenges. Find out how international collaboration can help stabilize Sri Lanka's finan...

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Sri Lanka's Economic Crisis And Debt Restructuring Efforts

Learn about Sri Lanka's economic crisis, debt restructuring efforts, and plans for recovery amidst uncertain outlook.

The Hindu

Polling day going to be a special for a resident of Kottapattu refugee camp in Tamil Nadu

Chennai resident K. Nalini, a Sri Lankan refugee turned Indian citizen, excited to vote in upcoming elections.

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Sri Lanka Struggles With Bondholder Debt Restructuring

Sri Lanka faces economic challenges in negotiating debt restructuring terms with bondholders, raising concerns about financial stability.

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