The Indian Army has constructed a third Bailey bridge on Sri Lanka's B-492 Highway, reconnecting Kandy and Nuwara Eliya after Cyclone Ditwah. This effort under Operation Sagar Bandhu showcases India's commitment to regional humanitarian support.
An IMF assessment team will visit Sri Lanka from January 22-28 to evaluate Cyclone Ditwah's impact and discuss recovery support, including resuming the Extended Fund Facility program.
An IMF assessment team will visit Sri Lanka from January 22-28 to evaluate Cyclone Ditwah's impact and discuss recovery assistance, including resuming the Extended Fund Facility program.
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin urges PM Modi to intervene in Sri Lanka's constitutional reforms to protect minority rights. Read the full details and implications.
The first Bailey Bridge under India's $450 million aid package has been opened, restoring a vital transport link in Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah. Read about the reconstruction efforts.
India's new Army Chief, General Upendra Dwivedi, embarks on his first overseas visit to Sri Lanka, discussing enhanced defence cooperation and reviewing a Guard of Honour in Colombo.
BCCI schedules additional T20I matches during India's 2026 Test tour of Sri Lanka. Revenue generated will support regions devastated by recent cyclones. A sporting gesture with a humanitarian cause.
Sri Lanka Navy formally acknowledges the crucial HADR support from Indian and other foreign naval vessels during a recent severe weather disaster, highlighting regional cooperation.
Sri Lanka's President extends the state of public emergency, a measure requiring parliamentary ratification within a week. Read the latest developments and implications.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar pledges India's unwavering support for Sri Lanka's reconstruction after Cyclone Ditwah's devastation. Read about India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy in action.
India pledges a $450 million reconstruction package for Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah. Includes grants & credit lines for infrastructure, housing, and healthcare. Read details.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Indian-origin Tamils in Sri Lanka to hear their firsthand account of the devastating DITWAH economic crisis. Learn about their urgent concerns and India's response.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held crucial talks with Sri Lankan Tamil party leaders to discuss India's proposed relief package for cyclone-hit regions, emphasizing inclusive support.
EAM S Jaishankar inaugurates a 120-foot Bailey Bridge in Sri Lanka's cyclone-hit Kilinochchi, airlifted from India under Operation Sagar Bandhu. India also pledges a $450 million reconstruction package.
India pledges $450 million for Sri Lanka's recovery after Cyclone Ditwah. Jaishankar announces package focusing on reconstruction, health, and disaster readiness. Read more.
EAM S Jaishankar meets Sri Lankan PM, pledges India's steadfast support with a $450 million reconstruction package after Cyclone Ditwah. Read details of Operation Sagar Bandhu.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe, reaffirming India's steadfast support following Cyclone Ditwah. The leaders discussed bilateral cooperation and disaster recovery efforts.
India announces a $450 million reconstruction package for Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah. EAM Jaishankar delivers PM Modi's commitment, reinforcing India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy. Read the full details.
India announces a major $450 million relief package for Sri Lanka to aid recovery from a devastating cyclone. EAM Jaishankar confirms the support, highlighting India's role as a first responder in the region.
EAM S Jaishankar visits Colombo as PM Modi's envoy, reinforcing India's Neighbourhood First Policy & Operation Sagar Bandhu aid for Cyclone Ditwah recovery. Read more.
EAM S Jaishankar visits Sri Lanka as PM Modi's special envoy, reinforcing India's Neighbourhood First Policy and Operation Sagar Bandhu aid after Cyclone Ditwah killed 640.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar visits Sri Lanka as PM Modi's special envoy, discussing bilateral ties and India's aid following Cyclone Ditwah. Key meetings with President Wickremesinghe planned.
India's flagship DITWAH development assistance program is now active in Sri Lanka's Northern Province, focusing on agriculture, fisheries, and infrastructure. This marks a significant expansion of India's neighborhood-first policy.
Sri Lankan MP C. V. Vigneswaran warns of systematic land acquisition from Tamils in the island's north-east. He seeks India's diplomatic support to uphold the 13th Amendment and protect minority rights.
India extends humanitarian aid, distributing essential dry ration packets to over 80 families in Sri Lanka's Western Province affected by Cyclone Ditwah. Read about the relief efforts.
India provides immediate humanitarian assistance and restores a vital bridge in Sri Lanka's Eastern Province, showcasing strong bilateral ties in the wake of Cyclone Ditwah's devastation.
A Kremlin envoy travels to Miami for talks on a US-proposed Ukraine peace plan. Meanwhile, Bangladesh erupts in violence after an activist's death, and India aids Sri Lanka post-cyclone.
Cyclone Ditwah's devastating fury leaves at least 627 dead and several hundred missing in Sri Lanka. Rescue operations intensify as the nation grapples with the aftermath.
Cyclone Ditwah devastates Sri Lanka, killing 627 with hundreds missing. Rescue operations intensify amid widespread destruction. Read the latest updates.
Sri Lanka issues fresh landslide warnings as Cyclone Ditwah's rains worsen the disaster. Over 618 dead, 2 million affected. Read about the regional crisis and relief efforts.