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Indian Coast Guard Foils Smuggling Bid From Sri Lanka, Seizes Gold Worth Rs 10 cr From Mandapam Seashore

In a joint operation, the Indian Coast Guard alongwith the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, Chennai, seized a gold consignment of 17.74 Kg worth approximately Rs 10.5 crore from Mandapam seashore in Tamil Nadu while the consignment was being smuggled from Sri Lanka by sea route. Read further on Dnamite News:

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Jungles, jackfruit and community tourism: this is Sri Lanka at its best

Our author and her family are wowed by an ethical travel break, meeting local schoolchildren and visiting eco resorts set in verdant countryside and by pristine beaches

The Guardian - UK

Women's T20 World Cup: Full list of fixtures

The women's T20 World Cup begins in South Africa on February 10, with the final to be played on February 26. India will open their campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan on February 12.

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Sri Lankan leader appeals for patience amid economic crisis

Sri Lanka’s president has appealed for patience amid the country’s worst economic crisis but promised brighter times ahead

The Independent UK

Sri Lanka flags return to growth, protesters demand tax cuts

Sri Lanka's economy is expected to grow again from the end of this year and the government hopes the country will emerge from an economic crisis by 2026, the president said on Wednesday, as hundreds protested a recent rise in taxes amid high inflation.

Reuters

Shubman Gill too good a player not to succeed: Graeme Smith

JOHANNESBURG: Former South African skipper Graeme Smith is quite impressed with the way Shubman Gill has made his presence felt in world cricket. The India youngster had recently hogged the limelight with an ODI double ton against New Zealand and T20 centuries against Sri Lanka and New Zealand.

The Times of India

World Test Championship 2023: India's WTC Final chances hinge on series outcome

The India-Australia Test series will decide the two contenders for the 2021-23 World Test Championship Final. Currently, Australia are sitting at the top of the points table. They have all but secured their place in the final, but it isn’t a given yet. The most likely scenario is an India-Australia…

The Times of India

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Paris Club creditors give assurances to back IMF bailout for Sri Lanka

The Paris Club of creditors has given financing assurances to support the International Monetary Fund's approval of an extended fund facility for Sri Lanka, the Sri Lankan president's office said on Tuesday.

Reuters

I will be pleased if Asia Cup is moved to Sri Lanka: R Ashwin's response to PCB

NEW DELHI: India's premier spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Monday came up with a sharp response after Pakistan threatened to pull out of the ODI World Cup to be held in India this year if the Asia Cup hosting rights are taken away from the Pakistan Cricket Board.

The Times of India

Daily Dose Ep 1269: BJP protests in Delhi, US FDA and CDC warn Global Pharma

Gurmehar Kaur brings you the news from the Delhi, Gujarat, Sri Lanka and Pharmaceutical industry.

Newslaundry

Sri Lankans lament Independence Day pomp amid economic crisis

Armed troops parade in Colombo amid criticim over the event’s cost at a time of dire economic crisis.

Al Jazeera

Sri Lanka marks independence anniversary amid economic woes

Sri Lanka is marking its 75th independence anniversary as a bankrupt nation, with many citizens angry, anxious and in no mood to celebrate

The Independent UK

Celebrated athlete Susanthika appointed by Sri Lanka to promote women's cricket

COLOMBO: Legendary track athlete and Olympic silver medallist Susanthika Jayasinghe has been appointed by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) to promote women's cricket in the country.

The Times of India

China has not done enough on Sri Lanka debt restructuring - U.S. diplomat

The United States wants China to provide credible and specific assurances to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) along with other creditors to help Sri Lanka unlock a $2.9 billion bailout, a senior U.S. diplomat said on Wednesday.

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IMD Warns For Stormy Winds In Coastal Regions Of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry ; Asks Fishermen Not To Venture Into Seas

The India Meteorological Department on Wednesday issued a warning for the high-speed stormy winds in the coastal regions of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry and advised the fishermen to avoid venturing into coastal regions. Read further on Dynamite News:

Bangkok Post

Department poised to kick off FTA talks with EU

Thailand has set its sights on kicking off free trade agreement (FTA) talks with the European Union (EU) this year and accelerating the conclusion of negotiations regarding planned FTAs with the European Free Trade Association (Efta), Canada, Turkey and Sri Lanka, according to the chief of the Trade Negotiations Department.

Belfast Live

Tommy Tiernan show: Co Tyrone woman praised for 'inspirational' appearance

Sheree Atcheson was adopted from Sri Lanka at just three weeks old by a Coalisland couple

Asharq Al-Awsat

Sri Lanka Seeks to Benefit from Saudi Mining Experience

Sri Lanka’s Environment Minister Naseer Ahmed emphasized the presence of prospects for cooperation between Colombo and Riyadh in various fields, especially the mining sector. Looking forward to strengthening cooperation with Saudi Arabia in the mining sector, Ahmed said his country could benefit from the Kingdom’s experiences in developing the mineral…

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Reuters

Sri Lanka economy could shrink by -3.5% to -4%, president says

Sri Lanka's economy could contract by -3.5 or -4.0% in 2023 after shrinking -11% last year, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said on Saturday.

The Independent UK

Sri Lanka leader suspends parliament until policy address

Sri Lanka’s president has suspended Parliament until Feb. 8, when he said he would announced a new set of long-term policies to address a range of issues including an unprecedented economic crisis

The Times of India

ICC announces all-female panel of match officials for Women's T20 World Cup

DUBAI: In a significant first for world cricket, the ICC on Friday named an all-female panel of match officials, including the Indian trio of GS Lakshmi, Vrinda Rathi and Janani Narayanan, for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup in South Africa.

Reuters

China's EXIM bank gives Sri Lanka debt extension

China's Export-Import Bank of China (EXIM) has provided Sri Lanka with a debt extension, China's foreign ministry said on Thursday, confirming a Reuters report earlier this week..

The Independent UK

Sri Lanka says debt-restructuring talks making progress

Debt-stricken Sri Lanka’s Central Bank chief says the country is making good progress in talks with its creditors to obtain financial assurances for debt restructuring, an important step toward finalizing an International Monetary Fund rescue plan

The Times of India

'Mature' Shubman Gill understands his batting, says Rohit Sharma

NEW DELHI: India's new ODI opener Shubman Gill has impressed skipper Rohit Sharma by his understanding of batting in one-day cricket. Young Gill has grabbed the opportunity to open with his skipper with both hands and almost nailed down his slot for the upcoming ODI World Cup later in the…

The Times of India

3rd ODI: Milestones galore as India clinch Indore runathon against New Zealand

Gill, Rohit tons help India complete series whitewash with 90-run win over NZ in 3rd ODI, reclaim No. 1 rank; Conway century goes in vain

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