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Khawaja backs axed journalist over Gaza stance

Khawaja backs axed journalist over Gaza stance

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Usman Khawaja has condemned a radio station's decision to drop cricket journalist Peter Lalor from its coverage of the Sri Lanka Test series over social media posts related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Nicholas Pooran retires from international cricket at 29

Nicholas Pooran retires from international cricket at 29

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Nicholas Pooran hit 13 half-centuries in 106 Twenty20 Internationals and amassed 2275 runs to become West Indies' leading scorer in the shortest format.

The World's First Suicide Bomber

The World's First Suicide Bomber

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

On the night of July 5, the Tigers launched their first kamikaze operation. Miller took the wheels of the explosive-packed truck, smiled at everyone as he turned the ignition key and drove it slowly towards the Sri Lankan military camp. A few moments later all of Jaffna heard a thunderous explosion that brought the complex crashing down in clouds of dust. Miller had given birth to a deadly tactic that Prabhakaran would employ time and again with devastating consequences to Sri Lanka -- and India. A fascinating excerpt from M R Narayan Swamy's must read new book, The Rout Of Prabhakaran.

What we need to learn from Nepal and Sri Lanka

What we need to learn from Nepal and Sri Lanka

Rediff.com13 May 2017

'There is an observable difference between Nepalis and Lankans and the rest of us.' 'It would serve us well to understand where this difference comes from and, if it is something that is better in some way, how it is that we can access it,' says Aakar Patel.

'Bumrah is one of a kind, should be well looked after'

'Bumrah is one of a kind, should be well looked after'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

As Jasprit Bumrah prepares for his return to the shortest format in national colours in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, scheduled from September 9 to 28 in the UAE, former Sri Lanka all-rounder Farveez Maharoof shared his thoughts on the pacer's recurring fitness issues and how the team management could effectively manage his workload.

Oman's Most Capped Player: Jatinder Paaji

Oman's Most Capped Player: Jatinder Paaji

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Jatinder Singh has played 61 ODIs and 64 T20Is for Oman.

Don't want to play for selfish reasons: Maxwell retires from ODIs

Don't want to play for selfish reasons: Maxwell retires from ODIs

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell retired from ODIs to focus on next year's T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.

India effect? Lanka asks China to defer spy ship visit

India effect? Lanka asks China to defer spy ship visit

Rediff.com7 Aug 2022

China's embassy in Colombo has sought an urgent meeting with senior Sri Lankan authorities after Colombo sought a deferment of the planned docking of a high-tech Chinese research vessel at the strategic Hambantota port over which India raised concerns, sources said.

India again presses Lanka for devolution of powers to provinces

India again presses Lanka for devolution of powers to provinces

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

India has once again pressed for the devolution of powers to the provinces under the 13th amendment (13A) of the Sri Lankan constitution and the system of provincial councils as a meaningful step towards better representation of the island's Tamil minority.

Rohit-Kohli retirement: SL aim to capitalize on India's transition

Rohit-Kohli retirement: SL aim to capitalize on India's transition

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Sri Lanka's interim head coach Sanath Jayasuriya expects his team to take advantage of the recent retirements by stars like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.

Rajiv Gandhi: 'I Trust Prabhakaran'

Rajiv Gandhi: 'I Trust Prabhakaran'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

As Prabhakaran was leaving his house, Rajiv Gandhi called his son Rahul and asked him to fetch his (Gandhi's) bulletproof jacket. He put the jacket on Prabhakaran's back and remarked with his usual charming smile: "Take care of yourself."

6 rebels killed in Sri Lanka

6 rebels killed in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com22 Apr 2007

Over 4,000 people have died since December 2005 in a new wave of fighting despite a truce which is in place since February 2002.

ICC to move Champions Trophy out of Pakistan?

ICC to move Champions Trophy out of Pakistan?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

It is believed that India is unlikely to get the government's clearance to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy.

Will Rinku Singh make the cut for Asia Cup?

Will Rinku Singh make the cut for Asia Cup?

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

One can't say with a degree of certainty that Rinku Singh is an automatic choice going into the T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka next year.

'Umpires need to come down strongly on players'

'Umpires need to come down strongly on players'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Former captain Nasser Hussain criticised the slow over rate in the third Test between India and England at Lord's.

Lanka Opposition rejects President's invitation to join unity govt

Lanka Opposition rejects President's invitation to join unity govt

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on Monday fired Basil Rajapaksa from his post and invited the Opposition parties to join a unity Cabinet to tackle the raging public anger against the hardships caused by the economic crisis.

Crowds absent despite South Africa's Test success

Crowds absent despite South Africa's Test success

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

South Africa's two-test series success over Sri Lanka on Monday catapulted them to first place in the World Test Championship and put them firmly on course for next year's final in what would have been unthinkable less than a year ago.

Chinese spy ship leaves Sri Lankan port after 6 days

Chinese spy ship leaves Sri Lankan port after 6 days

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

A high-tech Chinese research ship docked at the strategically important Hambantota port departed from Sri Lankan waters on Monday after a controversial six-day visit.

Aus veteran Khawaja ready to mentor teenager Konstas

Aus veteran Khawaja ready to mentor teenager Konstas

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Konstas has been drafted in to replace Marnus Labuschagne, who opened in the World Test Championship final alongside Khawaja but failed to impress as Australia lost to South Africa by five wickets.

Neeraj vows to raise the flag higher at home

Neeraj vows to raise the flag higher at home

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Ahead of the Neeraj Chopra (NC) Classic in Bengaluru, two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra expressed his emotions for the tournament where he said that the national flag has to fly higher on its own soil.

David Warner pens heartfelt message to Sri Lankan fans

David Warner pens heartfelt message to Sri Lankan fans

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

David Warner took to Instagram to pen a heartfelt message for the Sri Lankan fans, thanking them for hosting Australia 'during what is an extremely difficult time'

Ranil thanks India for providing Lanka 'a breath of life'

Ranil thanks India for providing Lanka 'a breath of life'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Wednesday thanked India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for giving Sri Lanka 'a breath of life' by providing timely economic assistance to his country as it faced the worst economic crisis in decades.

And The Protests Resume In Colombo...

And The Protests Resume In Colombo...

Rediff.com16 May 2022

The anti-government protests near the presidential secretariat in Colombo resumed on Sunday after the authorities lifted the nation-wide curfew to celebrate the Vesak -- what we call Buddha Purnima in India -- festival.

India closely monitoring Chinese vessel's visit to Sri Lankan port

India closely monitoring Chinese vessel's visit to Sri Lankan port

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

There are apprehensions about the possibility of the vessel's tracking systems attempting to snoop on Indian installations while being on its way to the Sri Lankan port.

Mahinda Rajapaksa takes oath as Sri Lankan PM

Mahinda Rajapaksa takes oath as Sri Lankan PM

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

Mahinda Rajapaksa completed 50 years of parliamentary politics in July this year. He was elected as a Member of Parliament at the young age of 24 in 1970. He has since been elected president twice and has been appointed prime minister thrice.

We believe in you: Kohli tells Parag

We believe in you: Kohli tells Parag

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

'In today's cricket, we all know apart from performances, people who are responsible for you guys getting selected were watching you and they've seen something special in you.'

Arjun Tendulkar picked in India U-19 team for Sri Lanka tour

Arjun Tendulkar picked in India U-19 team for Sri Lanka tour

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

Standing at 6ft 1inch, the 18 year old Arjun is a left arm fast bowler and a handy lower middle order batsman.

'Cricket joins the Olympics'

'Cricket joins the Olympics'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

'Cricket has always united us, and now, it's part of the Olympic movement! On this #OlympicDay, let's celebrate the power of sport to inspire, connect, and uplift'

Sri Lankan CID grills Mahinda over May 9 violence

Sri Lankan CID grills Mahinda over May 9 violence

Rediff.com26 May 2022

On May 9, violence erupted in Sri Lanka after supporters of the 76-year-old former premier attacked peaceful anti-government protesters demanding his ouster over the country's worst economic crisis that led to acute shortages of staple food, fuel and power.

India condemns suicide attack in Sri Lanka

India condemns suicide attack in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com26 Apr 2006

The Sri Lankan President appreciated India's gesture and thanked it for the support and solidarity shown, the statement said.

LTTE lifts water blockade in Sri Lanka

LTTE lifts water blockade in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com8 Aug 2006

The LTTE opened the sluice gates freeing water to some 15,000 farmer families downstream following a request from peace broker Norway.

19-YO Aussie sensation earns recall after daring debut

19-YO Aussie sensation earns recall after daring debut

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Sam Konstas has vowed to take a more conventional approach than in his early Test appearances for Australia

On mission of peace: Captain of Chinese spy ship docking in Lanka

On mission of peace: Captain of Chinese spy ship docking in Lanka

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

China's high-tech research vessel 'Yuan Wang 5' is on a 'mission of peace and friendship' and its docking at a Sri Lankan port will deepen bilateral relations in the field of space, science and technology, according to the controversial ship's captain.

Sri Lankans on edge ahead of President's promised resignation

Sri Lankans on edge ahead of President's promised resignation

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

Sri Lankans were on the edge on Tuesday as they waited whether embattled Gotabaya Rajapaksa will honour his offer to resign as president, amid signs that key members of the erstwhile powerful ruling family were attempting to flee in the face of massive public anger against them for mishandling the economy that has bankrupt the country.

'India Will Come To Pakistan For Champions Trophy'

'India Will Come To Pakistan For Champions Trophy'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The BCCI has not yet confirmed India's participation in the Champions Trophy, which is slated to be held in Pakistan in February-March.

Cong's 'somersault' dig at Jaishankar over Katchatheevu row

Cong's 'somersault' dig at Jaishankar over Katchatheevu row

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Will Foreign Minister Mr. Jaishankar please refer to the RTI reply dated 27-1-2015...The Reply justified the circumstances under which India acknowledged that a small island belonged to Sri Lanka," Chidambaram said.

Pahalgam attackers in Lanka? Chennai-Colombo flight searched

Pahalgam attackers in Lanka? Chennai-Colombo flight searched

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Sri Lankan police searched a flight arriving in Colombo from Chennai after receiving a tip that a suspect linked to the Pahalgam terror attack could be on board. The search was conducted in coordination with local authorities following an alert from the Chennai Area Control Centre. The aircraft was thoroughly inspected and cleared for further operations.

Aussies still unsure of openers before WTC Final

Aussies still unsure of openers before WTC Final

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Australia's opening partnership has been the subject of much debate since David Warner retired and remains unresolved less than a month before the World Test Championship final against South Africa.

'Hope this win brings some smiles on faces of Sri Lankans'

'Hope this win brings some smiles on faces of Sri Lankans'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Sri Lanka's Asia Cup winning hero Bhanuka Rajapaksha, whose stellar show with the bat played a pivotal role in his side's sensational Asia Cup victory, has dedicated the title to his crisis-hit island nation.

Rajapaksa heading for landslide win in Lanka polls

Rajapaksa heading for landslide win in Lanka polls

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

Unofficial results indicate that the SLPP would comfortably win at least 17 out of the 22 districts on offer.