News for '-sri-lankan'

PIX: Hasaranga breaks CSK hearts in RR's thrilling win

PIX: Hasaranga breaks CSK hearts in RR's thrilling win

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Images from the IPL 2025 match between Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Sunday.

Prabhakaran shot dead, says Sri Lankan army

Prabhakaran shot dead, says Sri Lankan army

Rediff.com18 May 2009

Tamil Tiger supremo Velupillai Prabhakaran is dead, the Sri Lankan army stated on Monday.Earlier in the day, the SL army, which had closed in on the last foothold of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, killed several top rebel leaders.The body of Charles Anthony, Prabhakaran' son, was found during mop-up operations in the last rebel-held territory in the no-fire zone on Monday morning.

Sri Lanka debutant Rathnayake creates history!

Sri Lanka debutant Rathnayake creates history!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Sri Lanka's debutant Milan Rathnayake broke a 41-year-old record -- registering the highest score by a No 9 on debut.

ICC condemns attack on Sri Lankan team

ICC condemns attack on Sri Lankan team

Rediff.com3 Mar 2009

The International Cricket Council (ICC) expressed dismay and sadness after gunmen attacked the Sri Lankan team bus in the Pakistani city of Lahore, leaving at least five players wounded and police dead. Five Sri Lankan players were wounded when around a dozen gunmen attacked their bus as it drove under police escort to the Gadaffi stadium ahead of the third day of the second Test against Pakistan.

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 12 TN fishermen

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 12 TN fishermen

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

The arrest comes a day after Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O Panneerselvam asked the Centre to send a 'firm message' to the island nation over continued apprehension of the state's fishermen.

Catch of the IPL? Flying Mendis Steals the Show from Dhoni

Catch of the IPL? Flying Mendis Steals the Show from Dhoni

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Kamindu Mendis soared - quite literally - to deliver a moment that could well define Sunrisers Hyderabad's IPL 2025 campaign.

Shahid Afridi withdraws from Sri Lankan Premier League

Shahid Afridi withdraws from Sri Lankan Premier League

Rediff.com24 Aug 2012

In a major blow to the Ruhuna Royals, Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi has withdrawn from the Sri Lankan Premier League (SLPL) to attend to his ailing wife back home.

T20 WC: Defending champs Aus crush Sri Lanka

T20 WC: Defending champs Aus crush Sri Lanka

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

Schutt (3/12) also equalled South Africa's Shabnim Ismail's record scalp of 43 wickets across all editions of T20 World Cup.

B'desh Skipper Stirs Crowd With 'Allahu Akbar'

B'desh Skipper Stirs Crowd With 'Allahu Akbar'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

'Is he trying to rile up the crowd?'

He spent 4 days in a Sri Lankan jail

He spent 4 days in a Sri Lankan jail

Rediff.com12 Aug 2015

Muthayya Fernandes, a fisherman from Rameswaram, was imprisoned in Sri Lanka for crossing the International Boundary in search of fish.

Sri Lankan minister killed in landmine attack

Sri Lankan minister killed in landmine attack

Rediff.com8 Jan 2008

A claymore mine exploded as the vehicles crossed the Rukmani Devi junction along the Colombo-Negombo road. Dassanayake, Minister for Nation Building, and two others were initially admitted to the Intensive Care Unit with serious injuries, but the minister later succumbed to his injuries, officials said.

When Dhoni Overlooked Potential LBW

When Dhoni Overlooked Potential LBW

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

M S Dhoni, known for his sharp judgment and high success rate with DRS, missed it completely. To CSK's dismay, ball-tracking showed there was no inside edge and the ball would have smashed into the leg-stump.

Global condolences pour in after Ahmedabad plane crash

Global condolences pour in after Ahmedabad plane crash

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

UN chief Antonio Guterres, US President Donald Trump, his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney were among scores of world leaders who offered condolences to the people of India in wake of the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

Binny, Pathan heroics seal thrilling India Masters win

Binny, Pathan heroics seal thrilling India Masters win

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

India Masters defeated Sri Lanka Masters by four runs in a thrilling finish to the first match of the International Masters League.

Virat Kohli's Glorious Seven, Outpacing The Don

Virat Kohli's Glorious Seven, Outpacing The Don

Rediff.com13 May 2025

From July 2016 to October 2019, in just 1,176 days, Kohli crafted seven double centuries, including six at home. He still holds the record for most Test double centuries by a captain and an Indian cricketer.

8 Indians among 9 rescued from capsized ship off Oman coast

8 Indians among 9 rescued from capsized ship off Oman coast

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Thirteen Indians are among the 16-member crew of a Comoros-flagged oil tanker that went missing after it capsized off the coast of Oman, the country's maritime authority said.

New Pamban bridge built to withstand stronger cyclones than 1964

New Pamban bridge built to withstand stronger cyclones than 1964

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

The newly inaugurated Pamban Bridge in Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu, is designed to withstand cyclones of greater intensity than the 1964 disaster that significantly damaged the old bridge. The new bridge features a vertical lift spanner and is built to withstand wind speeds of 230 kmph and considerable seismic loading, according to a senior official from the Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL). The bridge's construction incorporated several safety protocols, including a seated lift spanner and girders positioned well above sea level, ensuring minimal risk from high tides and cyclones.

Sri Lankan president declares state of emergency

Sri Lankan president declares state of emergency

Rediff.com5 Nov 2003

The president used her executive powers to impose the state of emergency which gives sweeping authority to the\n\nsecurity forces to arrest and detain suspects.

Did RR Miss A Trick By Keeping Rana Out Of Super Over?

Did RR Miss A Trick By Keeping Rana Out Of Super Over?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Delhi Capitals pulled off a thrilling win via the Super Over against Rajasthan Royals, courtesy a Mitchell Starc masterpiece.

India is a LOSER, says Sri Lankan media

India is a LOSER, says Sri Lankan media

Rediff.com23 Mar 2012

The Lankan media claimed that New Delhi had failed to carry other South Asian nations with it on the issue.

Unpaid Sri Lankan stars continue to work hard

Unpaid Sri Lankan stars continue to work hard

Rediff.com3 Mar 2012

Sri Lankan cricketers, who have punched much above their weight by reaching the finals of the ongoing ODI tri-series by ousting India, will not get a single penny for these matches even after the release of their outstanding payments dating back to last year's World Cup.

Sri Lankan navy arrests 65 Indian fishermen

Sri Lankan navy arrests 65 Indian fishermen

Rediff.com31 Jul 2013

Sixty-five Indian fishermen in nine trawlers have been detained by the Sri Lankan navy for allegedly violating the international maritime border.

10,000 Sri Lankan refugees and counting

10,000 Sri Lankan refugees and counting

Rediff.com24 Aug 2006

Officials have sought more personnel for Rameswaram police station for checking their credentials

RCB's home woes: Can they finally win in Bengaluru?

RCB's home woes: Can they finally win in Bengaluru?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Royal Challengers Bangalore will aim to turn their fortunes around at home when they face a struggling Rajasthan Royals on Thursday in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Former Sri Lanka U19 skipper shot dead

Former Sri Lanka U19 skipper shot dead

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Dhammika Niroshana died on Wednesday at the age of 41

Ananya Dazzles At Manish's Diwali Party

Ananya Dazzles At Manish's Diwali Party

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Manish Malhotra's Diwali party saw Bollywood's glitterati glitter even more, as they wore the latest designs from his collection.

Durban Test: Jansen takes 7 as SL collapse for lowest Test score

Durban Test: Jansen takes 7 as SL collapse for lowest Test score

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

Sri Lanka were dismissed for their lowest test total of 42 after South Africa's Marco Jansen produced bowling heroics to help the hosts take a firm grip on the first Test.

Bollywood stars to take on Sri Lankan cricketers

Bollywood stars to take on Sri Lankan cricketers

Rediff.com31 May 2010

The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) has initiated a charity project to provide rehabilitation measures for the Tamil population of Sri Lanka that suffered due to a decades-old war between the country's defence forces and the rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).

Sri Lankan commission to review war crime video

Sri Lankan commission to review war crime video

Rediff.com17 Jun 2011

The Sri Lankan commission looking into the civil strife with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam will examine the documentary aired by Britain's Channel 4 that showed gruesome pictures of alleged war crimes during the last weeks of the war.

Will Ravindra's knock rescue NZ from defeat in Lanka?

Will Ravindra's knock rescue NZ from defeat in Lanka?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Sri Lanka stayed on course for victory against New Zealand in the opening test in Galle despite Rachin Ravindra's unbeaten 91 on Sunday.

'Vignesh needs to start from ball one again'

'Vignesh needs to start from ball one again'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene said left-arm wrist spinner was delighted with Vignesh Puthur needs to keep his feet on the ground and "start from ball one again" in their next IPL match against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Saturday.

SriLankan Air: Quick to take wing

SriLankan Air: Quick to take wing

Rediff.com19 Feb 2005

The financial impact of the tsunami will be to the tune of $15-20 million.\n

Sri Lankan cabinet fails to finalise poll dates

Sri Lankan cabinet fails to finalise poll dates

Rediff.com19 Nov 2009

The Sri Lankan cabinet has failed to take a decision on the timing of the Presidential elections in the country, amid reports that the country's former top General may be the opposition candidate to challenge incumbent Mahinda Rajapaksa.

Sri Lankan Prez Sirisena lifts suspension of parliament

Sri Lankan Prez Sirisena lifts suspension of parliament

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

The president has agreed to call a parliamentary session on November 5, officials at Rajapaksa's office said.

A series: Sri Lanka to leave Pakistan tour midway

A series: Sri Lanka to leave Pakistan tour midway

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

The PCB said the two boards will work together to finalise new dates to complete the series.

Adani withdraws from $1 bn Sri Lanka power project

Adani withdraws from $1 bn Sri Lanka power project

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Adani Green Energy, the renewable arm of billionaire Gautam Adani's conglomerate, has withdrawn from two proposed wind power projects in Sri Lanka, following the Island nation's new government deciding to renegotiate tariffs. "Adani Green Energy has conveyed its Board's decision to respectfully withdraw from further engagement in the renewable energy (RE) wind energy project and two transmission projects in Sri Lanka," the firm said in a statement.

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 13 Tamil Nadu fishermen, CM writes to Modi

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 13 Tamil Nadu fishermen, CM writes to Modi

Rediff.com2 Mar 2017

Taking up the matter with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister E K Palaniswami, in a letter, said the state government was "extremely" concerned over such incidents

Watch Chhaava On OTT!

Watch Chhaava On OTT!

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

The biggest hit of 2025 arrives on OTT this week, along with many other highs and horrors.

Violence mars Sri Lankan presidential election

Violence mars Sri Lankan presidential election

Rediff.com16 Nov 2019

Polls opened at 7 am local time and would close at 5 pm with some 12,845 polling stations being set up throughout the country for 15.9 million voters, who will choose a successor to President Maithripala Sirisina.