Sri Lanka

Ajit Doval Meets Lanka President, Promises $50 Million Help From India

India News | Press Trust of India | Saturday January 18, 2020

India pledged a $50 million assistance to Sri Lanka on Saturday as National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and discussed a range of bilateral issues, including strengthening cooperation in defence, intelligence sharing and maritime security.

Under-19 World Cup 2020: India Begin Campaign Against Sri Lanka

Press Trust of India | Saturday January 18, 2020

Defending champions India will be the overwhelming favourites when they start their campaign against Sri Lanka in the ICC U-19 World Cup on Sunday.

Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka: Zimbabwe "Have To Enjoy" First Home Test Since 2017, Says Wicket-Keeper Regis Chakabva

Agence France-Presse | Saturday January 18, 2020

Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka: Zimbabwe last played a Test at home against the West Indies in October 2017.

Sri Lanka President, PM To Visit India, China To Strengthen Ties: Report

India News | Indo-Asian News Service | Friday January 17, 2020

Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa are scheduled to visit India and China with the aim of further strengthening regional cooperation and enhancing relations with the two Asian powers, it was reported on Friday.

Defending Champions India Aim For Fifth Title At ICC Under-19 World Cup

Press Trust of India | Thursday January 16, 2020

Defending champions India will be overwhelming favourites to win the junior global meet for the fifth time with at least six players, including skipper Priyam Garg having played senior cricket (first-class, List A or T20).

ICC Under-19 World Cup 2020 Team India's Full Schedule

NDTVSports | Thursday January 16, 2020

India are placed in Group A and will face New Zealand, Sri Lanka and Japan, who will be making their first-ever appearance in any World Cup.

"Won't Allow Outside Influences In Sri Lanka's Internal Concerns": China

World News | Press Trust of India | Tuesday January 14, 2020

China would always respect Sri Lanka's sovereignty and not allow any "outside interference" in its internal affairs, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday as he met President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and his brother Mahinda Rajapaksa.

"Mamata Banerjee Has Demon Traits, Like Lankini Of Sri Lanka": BJP Leader

India News | ANI | Tuesday January 14, 2020

In a democratic society, Mamata Banerjee has traits of a demon. She has no human values and no women characteristics, said BJP MLA Surendra Singh.

7 Indian Labourers Arrested In Sri Lanka For Violating Visa Rules: Report

Indians Abroad | Indo-Asian News Service | Monday January 13, 2020

Sri Lankan immigration officials detained seven Indians who were working as labourers for overstaying after their visas had expired, a media report on Monday.

Lasith Malinga Ready To Quit After Sri Lanka's T20I Series Loss To India

Agence France-Presse | Sunday January 12, 2020

Lasith Malinga said Sri Lanka bowlers weren't able to restrict India while the batsmen were incapable of putting up the 170 runs needed for a fighting chance.

India vs Australia: Rohit Sharma "An Obvious Choice", Shikhar Dhawan And KL Rahul Compete For Second Spot, Says Vikram Rathour

Press Trust of India | Sunday January 12, 2020

Shikhar Dhawan, who made a comeback in the T20I side in the just-concluded three-match series against Sri Lanka, was among the runs, while KL Rahul, too, is having a great time with the bat.

Sachin Tendulkar 'Carried On Shoulders' World Cup 2011 Moment Nominated For Laureus Award

Indo-Asian News Service | Saturday January 11, 2020

The moment titled 'Carried on the shoulders of a nation', describes the time when Team India members carried Sachin Tendulkar on their shoulders at the Wankhede Stadium.

3rd T20I: Manish Pandey Happy To Contribute To India's Win Against Sri Lanka

Indo-Asian News Service | Saturday January 11, 2020

Manish Pandey was also impressive on the field as he took a catch and was involved in a run-out.

ICC T20I Rankings: Virat Kohli Gains One Place, KL Rahul Remains In 6th

Indo-Asian News Service | Saturday January 11, 2020

T20I Rankings: KL Rahul, the highest-ranked Indian batsman, gained 26 points but remained in 6th spot while India captain Virat Kohli climbed up a place to 9th.

"Not My Headache": Shikhar Dhawan Reacts To India's Problem Of Plenty At The Top. Watch

Santosh Rao | Saturday January 11, 2020

While there is little debating that Rohit Sharma walks into one of the two openings slots in limited overs, the second is a straight up fight between KL Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan.