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IMF ready to support Sri Lanka's discussions with bondholders
Sri Lanka will consult with the IMF to assess if the latest proposals discussed with bondholders were within the parameters of its bailout program.
Published on Apr 18, 2024 11:04 AM IST
Reuters |
Wolvaardt, Brits, Kapp rise in latest ICC Women's ODI rankings
South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, and Marizanne Kapp have been the biggest winners in the latest ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings
Updated on Apr 16, 2024 05:39 PM IST
ANI |
Tread with caution on Katchatheevu
India and Sri Lanka share a civilisational mutuality. They must be exemplars of it on Katchatheevu, making it a shelter for fishermen from both countries
Published on Apr 08, 2024 11:12 PM IST
Afternoon brief: India sends onions to Lanka, UAE; PM lauds Owaisi challenger
A shortlist of the biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news items that you should check out.
Published on Apr 07, 2024 12:59 PM IST
HT News Desk, New Delhi
After Maldives, India supplies onions to neighbour Sri Lanka and ally UAE
Despite political shifts in Maldives towards a pro-China stance under Muizzu's regime, India continues to provide essential commodities to its neighbours.
Published on Apr 07, 2024 10:43 AM IST
Statements by Indian leaders on Katchatheevu have ‘no ground’: Lankan minister
Remarks from India on the Katchatheevu island were not “unusual” as it is election season there, said Douglas Devananda, Sri Lanka's fisheries minister.
Published on Apr 05, 2024 10:25 AM IST
HT News Desk, New Delhi
Buddha relics from Sri Lanka presented to Dalai Lama
These relics were offered to the Dalai Lama by Waskaduwe Mahindawansa Mahanayaka Thero from the Raja Guru Shri Subuti Mahavihara Monastery in Sri Lanka
Amid row, Lankan think tank says set up marine research station on Katchatheevu
Pathfinder Foundation, a leading independent think tank, called on Sri Lankan authorities to establish a permanent marine research station on Katchatheevu
Published on Apr 03, 2024 09:54 PM IST
Rajiv Gandhi assassination case: India deports three ex-convicts to Sri Lanka
Rajiv Gandhi assassination case: In India, Murugan, Jayakumar and Robert were staying at the Trichy refugee camp.
Published on Apr 03, 2024 06:08 PM IST
Kumara claims 4 wickets and Sri Lanka wins 2nd test to sweep series over Bangladesh
Kumara claims 4 wickets and Sri Lanka wins 2nd test to sweep series over Bangladesh
Updated on Apr 03, 2024 11:46 AM IST
AP |
View: Was Katchatheevu transfer cleared by Indira Gandhi cabinet or Parliament?
Even though it was described as one rock island by then political leadership, Katchatheevu Island extends Indian waters as well fishing rights of India.
Updated on Apr 03, 2024 10:34 AM IST
What’s behind the Katchatheevu island controversy?
PM Narendra Modi's tweet reignites Katchatheevu dispute between India and Sri Lanka.
Updated on Apr 03, 2024 04:55 AM IST
Sutirtho Patranobis, New Delhi
Trouble over an island with a shrine dedicated to St Anthony
The political decisions over Katchatheevu island have become an election talking point, but the uninhabited island has a long cultural history
Published on Apr 02, 2024 11:40 PM IST
'PM gave India's land to Bangladesh': Farooq Abdullah on Katchatheevu row
BJP claimed former PM Indira Gandhi gave away the Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka in 1974.
Published on Apr 02, 2024 03:05 PM IST
Sri Lanka unaware of ship carrying toxic wastes from the US: Officials
Sri Lanka unaware of ship carrying toxic wastes from the US: Officials
Published on Apr 02, 2024 11:53 AM IST
PTI |
Centre targets Opposition again as Katchatheevu row escalates
Union govt accuses Congress and DMK of neglecting national interests in ceding Katchatheevu to Sri Lanka in 1970s; Modi and Jaishankar criticize opposition.
Updated on Apr 02, 2024 07:58 AM IST
Katchatheevu row: Centre trying to get back island from Lanka, says Annamalai
BJP has alleged that the Congress party gave away the Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka during the tenure of the Indira Gandhi government in 1974.
Published on Apr 01, 2024 06:16 PM IST
ANI |
Sri Lanka on top in Bangladesh Test despite batting blues
Sri Lanka on top in Bangladesh Test despite batting blues
Published on Apr 01, 2024 05:51 PM IST
AFP |
Modi attacks DMK for ‘double standards’ over Katchatheevu
Modi on Sunday accused the then Indira Gandhi government of “callously” ceding Katchatheevu to Sri Lanka and sparked a war of words with the Congress
Published on Apr 01, 2024 10:51 AM IST
‘Jawaharlal Nehru saw Katchatheevu as nuisance’: S Jaishankar as row intensifies
S Jaishankar's statement comes shortly after Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday targeted the DMK over the Katchatheevu Island issue.
Updated on Apr 01, 2024 10:56 AM IST
BJP, Oppn spar over Katchatheevu island
The report, published by The Times of India on Sunday and cited by Modi, was based on documents obtained by Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai
Updated on Apr 01, 2024 06:08 AM IST
HT Correspondent, New Delhi
Katchatheevu Island row: PM Modi vs Mallikarjun Kharge ahead of Lok Sabha polls
Mallikarjun Kharge asked why PM Modi did not take steps to get Katchatheevu Island back from Sri Lanka during his 10-year rule.
Updated on Apr 01, 2024 05:02 AM IST
Sri Lanka dominate Bangladesh but Mendis misses rare feat
Sri Lanka dominate Bangladesh but Mendis misses rare feat
Published on Mar 31, 2024 06:16 PM IST
AFP |
Mendis joins feast of fifties as Sri Lanka pile up runs
Mendis joins feast of fifties as Sri Lanka pile up runs
Updated on Mar 31, 2024 02:52 PM IST
AFP |
De Silva chasing third-straight century as Sri Lanka build big total against Bangladesh in 2nd test
De Silva chasing third-straight century as Sri Lanka build big total against Bangladesh in 2nd test
Updated on Mar 31, 2024 12:19 PM IST
AP |
‘Startling’: PM Modi slams Congress for 'giving away' island to Sri Lanka
PM Narendra Modi accused the Congress of weakening India's unity.
Updated on Apr 03, 2024 11:04 PM IST
Sri Lanka openers make good progress in 2nd test against Bangladesh
Sri Lanka openers make good progress in 2nd test against Bangladesh
Updated on Mar 30, 2024 12:13 PM IST
AP |
Bangladesh pins hopes on Shakib in 2nd test after crushing defeat in opener against Sri Lanka
Bangladesh pins hopes on Shakib in 2nd test after crushing defeat in opener against Sri Lanka
Published on Mar 29, 2024 07:41 PM IST
AP |
Resolving the India-Sri Lanka fishing dispute
This article is authored by Diya Jose, research intern, Centre for Public Policy Research, New Delhi.
Published on Mar 28, 2024 04:47 PM IST
China to develop strategic seaport, airport in Sri Lanka: PM Gunawardena
Gunawardena said Beijing had offered "assistance to develop" Colombo International Airport and Hambantota port, the statement added
Published on Mar 27, 2024 03:33 PM IST
AFP |