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Why Are Sri Lankans Queuing For Passports?

Why Are Sri Lankans Queuing For Passports?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

Sri Lankans queued up to apply for fresh passports outside the department of immigration and emigration office in Colombo.

Jemimah guides India to comfortable win over Sri Lanka

Jemimah guides India to comfortable win over Sri Lanka

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

Jemimah stars in India's comprehensive eight-wicket win against Sri Lanka in first women's T20I

Probe finds U'khand cadet missing off Sri Lanka last seen near lifeboat

Probe finds U'khand cadet missing off Sri Lanka last seen near lifeboat

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

An investigation into the disappearance of a merchant navy cadet off the Sri Lankan coast reveals his last known location and details of the search efforts.

'It doesn't look great': Australia sweat over Lyon injury

'It doesn't look great': Australia sweat over Lyon injury

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

During England's run-chase of 435 runs, Lyon had taken three crucial wickets in the second innings and a total of five throughout the game to help his side gain an upper hand.

Party names Vijay as CM candidate, gives free hand on alliances

Party names Vijay as CM candidate, gives free hand on alliances

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) authorizes actor Vijay to decide on alliances for the upcoming Assembly elections and announces him as their Chief Ministerial candidate.

Kuldeep SHATTERS 3 Records in Asia Cup Final

Kuldeep SHATTERS 3 Records in Asia Cup Final

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Kuldeep Yadav delivered a truly historic performance in the Asia Cup 2025 Final, shattering not one, but two major records to cement his legacy.

How Pak Army Chief convinced Lankan players to stay back

How Pak Army Chief convinced Lankan players to stay back

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Pakistan military chief directly intervened to salvage the home series involving Sri Lanka following the suicide attack in Islamabad, the country's interior ministry said on Thursday.

SKY Condoles With Grieving Wellalage

SKY Condoles With Grieving Wellalage

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Suryakumar Yadav had a heartfelt chat with Sri Lanka's young spinner Dunith Wellalage who lost his father on September 18.

'A different man now': Khawaja on fiery McCullum

'A different man now': Khawaja on fiery McCullum

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Australia batter Usman Khawaja's first run-in with Brendon McCullum, during the 2011 Test series between Australia and New Zealand, was far from pleasant, as per Fox Cricket.

IPL Auction: Look Out For These Youngsters

IPL Auction: Look Out For These Youngsters

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

With the IPL auction days away, some young cricketers who may launch a bidding war among the franchises.

Sri Lankan court orders release of 21 Indian fishermen

Sri Lankan court orders release of 21 Indian fishermen

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

The Sri Lankan authorities will hand over the fishermen to the Indian consulate after which they will be repatriated to India after completing all the necessary COVID-19 protocols.

Op Sagar Bandhu: Another C-130J deployed, Mi-17s on standby in Colombo

Op Sagar Bandhu: Another C-130J deployed, Mi-17s on standby in Colombo

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

The Indian Air Force has stepped up its efforts to assist Sri Lanka in the wake of Cyclone Ditwah, deploying aircraft and helicopters for relief operations and evacuation of stranded citizens under Operation Sagar Bandhu.

Azam hits ton as Pakistan beat Sri Lanka in second ODI

Azam hits ton as Pakistan beat Sri Lanka in second ODI

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

After being put into bat, Sri Lanka started brightly as the openers put up a 51-run stand before Pathum Nissanka was run out attempting a risky third run.

Das praises bowlers as Bangladesh snap SL's streak

Das praises bowlers as Bangladesh snap SL's streak

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

In the final over, when the nerves jangled, it was Bangladesh who stayed composed and savoured the sweet taste of success. Sri Lanka's 8-match winning streak in the T20 Asia Cup came to a bitter end with this defeat.

Varun leads India's charge in ICC rankings

Varun leads India's charge in ICC rankings

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

India's mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy retained his place among the world's top T20I bowlers, sitting just ahead of New Zealand's Jacob Duffy in the latest ICC Men's Rankings update.

Packed Calendar, Big Diplomatic Moves

Packed Calendar, Big Diplomatic Moves

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Since June, India's ministry of external affairs has intensified its diplomatic calendar, hosting several heads of state and government, foreign ministers, and key trade delegations.

Rs 1-2 Crore Buys That May Decide IPL 2026

Rs 1-2 Crore Buys That May Decide IPL 2026

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

While big buys grabbed attention, several franchises quietly walked away with proven performers at throwaway prices -- the kind of signings that often make the difference between mid-table finishes and title runs.

Shocking! Players Unsold At IPL Auction

Shocking! Players Unsold At IPL Auction

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

The franchises spent a total of Rs 204.45 crore on 77 players, to complete their squads for IPL 2026. However some big names went shockingly unsold...

IPL 2026 Auction: Shock Buys Became A Recurring Theme

IPL 2026 Auction: Shock Buys Became A Recurring Theme

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

IPL Auction 2026 was not just about money; it was a celebration of ambition, opportunity, and the unrelenting belief that the next big star could come from anywhere.

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.

Sanga, Mahela get stick from Sri Lankan public

Sanga, Mahela get stick from Sri Lankan public

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

On Sunday evening, Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene, both in India for the respective assignments in the Indian Premier League, posted messages about the crisis in their native Sri Lanka on social media and invited criticism for playing it safe.

Sri Lankan court orders release of 56 Tamil fishermen

Sri Lankan court orders release of 56 Tamil fishermen

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

A Sri Lankan court on Tuesday ordered the release of 56 Indian fishermen who were detained for allegedly fishing in the island nation's territorial waters.

India, Kings Under Pressure!

India, Kings Under Pressure!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Arshdeep Singh performing under pressure in the Super Over against Sri Lanka can be attributed to meditation and yoga that he practices regularly.

153 dead as Ditwah leaves trail of destruction in Lanka; rain pounds TN

153 dead as Ditwah leaves trail of destruction in Lanka; rain pounds TN

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

Cyclone Ditwah exits Sri Lanka after causing widespread destruction and over 120 deaths, heading towards the Indian coast. Heavy rains and high winds are expected to continue.

Vijay praises BJP-partnered Puducherry government

Vijay praises BJP-partnered Puducherry government

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Actor-politician Vijay held his first public meeting in Puducherry, criticising the central government for neglecting the union territory's demand for statehood and praising the local government's impartiality. He also targeted the DMK government in Tamil Nadu, suggesting they could learn from Puducherry.

India's NCDEX eyes 20% stake in Sri Lanka's first commodity exchange

India's NCDEX eyes 20% stake in Sri Lanka's first commodity exchange

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

India's leading agriculture commodity exchange, the National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX), has decided to acquire around a 20 per cent stake in a new commodities and financial derivatives exchange being set up in Sri Lanka, subject to regulatory and governmental approvals. The move aims to deepen NCDEX's footprint in the financial ecosystem of its neighbouring country.

Sri Lankan cricketer to face rape trial in Australia

Sri Lankan cricketer to face rape trial in Australia

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Danushka Gunathilaka will stand trial on a rape charge

Sangakkara to return to Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026

Sangakkara to return to Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Sri Lankan batting great Kumar Sangakkara will return to Rajasthan Royals to lead the coaching staff after the exit of Rahul Dravid as head coach.

Wellalage back in squad days after father's passing

Wellalage back in squad days after father's passing

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Wellalage rejoins Sri Lanka squad after father's demise, available for Super Four clash

IPL 2026 Auction: Stars To Watch Out For

IPL 2026 Auction: Stars To Watch Out For

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

The IPL 2026 auction is gearing up for a blockbuster showdown, with 350 players fighting for just 77 spots including 31 overseas berths in what promises to be one of the most competitive bidding wars yet.

Why Are Sri Lankans Protesting Against India?

Why Are Sri Lankans Protesting Against India?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

Glimpses of the protests in Colombo against the worsening economic crisis

'We need to encourage him': Jayasuriya hails Abhishek

'We need to encourage him': Jayasuriya hails Abhishek

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Sri Lanka head coach Sanath Jayasuriya has lauded India opener Abhishek Sharma's fearless batting, crediting the team management for allowing the youngster to play his natural game.

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'

Afghanistan set to skip Pakistan tri-series; PCB mulls options

Afghanistan set to skip Pakistan tri-series; PCB mulls options

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has started working on an alternate plan as serious doubts have arisen over Afghanistan's participation in an upcoming T20 Tri-Series amid military conflict between the two countries.

IPL 2026 Auction: 10 Most Expensive Players

IPL 2026 Auction: 10 Most Expensive Players

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders splashed the cash as they spent a record breaking Rs 25.20 to buy Australian all-rounder Cameron Green.

PIX: Pakistan thrash Sri Lanka, keep final hopes alive

PIX: Pakistan thrash Sri Lanka, keep final hopes alive

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Pakistan survived a wonderful spell from an enraged spinner Wanindu Hasaranga to beat Sri Lanka by five wickets in an intense Super 4 match to stay alive in the Asia Cup, in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday.

Did You Know Piyush Pandey Acted In A Film?

Did You Know Piyush Pandey Acted In A Film?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Madras Café is the only feature film he has acted in. I told him simply, "Sir, will you do this role?" and he agreed immediately.'

South Africa eye top-two finish as Pakistan come calling

South Africa eye top-two finish as Pakistan come calling

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

On paper, Pakistan are no match for South Africa even though Fatima Sana's team did win an ODI in the bilateral series that served as a dress rehearsal for the World Cup.

Sri Lankan player banned for inappropriate behavior

Sri Lankan player banned for inappropriate behavior

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Former Sri Lankan Test cricketer Dulip Samaraweera, who was working as Victoria's women's team coach, has been banned for 20 years by the country's board after being found guilty of breaching its code of conduct with "utterly reprehensible" behaviour during his stint with the side.

Dinesh Karthik joins Sharjah Warriorz in ILT20

Dinesh Karthik joins Sharjah Warriorz in ILT20

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Former India wicketkeeper batter Dinesh Karthik on Tuesday joined Sharjah Warriorz ahead of the fourth season of the ILT20.