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The Latest Breaking News from Sri Lanka

‘Supreme power of people’: Sri Lanka marks 100 days of protests

As protest movement over island’s worst-ever economic crisis reaches a milestone, people say struggle is not yet over.

Al Jazeera

Sri Lanka renews state of emergency ahead of key vote

Colombo (AFP) - Sri Lanka's acting president renewed the country's state of emergency Monday ahead of a parliamentary vote to pick a new head of state -- a poll in which he is a leading candidate.

AFP

Hunger pains on Slave Island as Sri Lanka's food prices rocket

Colombo (AFP) - His hair is neatly combed but his cheeks are sunken and veins visible on his gaunt frame: like many Sri Lankans, Milton Pereira and his family cannot afford to buy enough food.

AFP

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Sri Lanka acting president declares emergency amid protests

Sri Lanka’s acting president has declared a state of emergency giving him broad authority amid growing protests demanding his resignation two days before the country’s lawmakers are set to elect a new president

The Independent UK

International: Emergency imposed in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka's acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe has declared a State of Emergency across the island nation from Monday. Full story on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Sri Lanka: acting president declares state of emergency ahead of MPs’ vote

Declaration called ‘expedient’ as Ranil Wickremesinghe tries to curb unrest over ongoing political and economic crises

The Guardian - AU

Emergency in Sri Lanka ahead of parliament vote for new president

Ranil Wickremesinghe cites need to uphold public order and security amid widespread social unrest over economic crisis.

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Morning Digest | Presidential election today; Centre to convene all-party meeting on situation in Sri Lanka on DMK, AIADMK’s request, and more

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The Hindu

Acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe declares state of emergency in Sri Lanka amid ongoing political turmoil

Long lines continue outside petrol stations in Colombo, with frequent arguments breaking out amongst those waiting up to several days in the serpentine queues.

ABC News

Sri Lanka says IMF talks near end after declaring state of emergency

Sri Lanka's acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe said on Monday that the country had almost concluded negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), a day after he declared a state of emergency in the island nation.

Reuters

Britain should lead international aid effort for Sri Lanka

Letter: Britain must do more to help a fellow Commonwealth country in desperate need, says Peter Heap

The Guardian - UK

After request from DMK and AIADMK, Centre convenes all-party meeting on Sri Lanka

The DMK and AIADMK have urged the Centre to intervene in the crisis to help the neighbour.

The Hindu

SL vs Pak, Test 1, Day 2 | Babar ton keeps Pakistan’s hopes alive

Captain Babar Azam put a record partnership for the last wicket with Naseem Shah to dig Pakistan out of trouble.

The Hindu

Defiant Azam ton leads Pakistan fight back in Sri Lanka Test

Galle (Sri Lanka) (AFP) - Pakistan skipper Babar Azam made a defiant 119 to thwart a Sri Lankan spin attack led by Prabath Jayasuriya on day two of an evenly poised first Test on Sunday.

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Azam hits ton as Pakistan fight back in first Sri Lanka Test

Galle (Sri Lanka) (AFP) - Skipper Babar Azam made a defiant 119 before Pakistan were bowled out for 218 on day two of the first Test against Sri Lanka on Sunday.

AFP

Stubborn Azam leads Pakistan fightback in first Sri Lanka Test

Galle (Sri Lanka) (AFP) - Pakistan skipper Babar Azam remained unbeaten on 95 to thwart the Sri Lankan spin attack led by Prabath Jayasuriya at tea on day two of the opening Test on Sunday.

The Hindu

32 Bills listed for monsoon session

While Centre says it’s ready to discuss all issues, Opposition says short session may not be enough

AFP

Sri Lanka protest movement reaches 100 days

Colombo (AFP) - Sri Lanka's protest movement reached its 100th day Sunday, having forced one president from office and now turning its sights on his successor as the country's economic crisis continues.

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Jayasuriya puts Pakistan in trouble with latest five-wicket haul

Galle (Sri Lanka) (AFP) - Sri Lanka spinner Prabath Jayasuriya claimed his third successive haul of five or more wickets to put Pakistan in deep trouble on the second day of the opening Test on Sunday.

The Guardian - UK

The Observer view on the upheaval in Sri Lanka

The country faces a long road to recovery, but there are hopeful signs that its democracy will survive the predatory rule of the Rajapaksas

ABC News

Sri Lanka's protests started with plan hatched in a tent. Within months, thousands would storm the president's luxury residence

Inside a tent across the road from Colombo's famous seaside park, plans were hatched to occupy the luxury residence of the president and the prime minister's office. After months of demonstrations, these protesters have hope for the future.

The Guardian - UK

Sri Lanka’s political crisis continues as Ranil Wickremesinghe bids to be president

Protesters angry prime minister who they say propped up Rajapaksa dynasty in running to lead country

Newslaundry

Daily Dose Ep 1100: Ahmed Patel’s ‘conspiracy’, Lucknow mall protest

Veronica Joseph brings you the news from New Delhi, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Sri Lanka.

AFP

Sri Lanka hit back after Shaheen takes four wickets in first Test

Galle (Sri Lanka) (AFP) - Pakistan's Shaheen Shah Afridi led an inspired attack to bowl out Sri Lanka for 222 but the hosts hit back with two wickets before stumps on the opening day of the first Test on Saturday.

AFP

Shaheen helps Pakistan bowl out Sri Lanka for 222 in first Test

Galle (Sri Lanka) (AFP) - Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi claimed four wickets as Pakistan bowled out Sri Lanka for 222 in the opening Test on Saturday.

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