The state-of-the-art Chinese research vessel, Shin Yan 6, made its way to the Port of Colombo on October 25. Sri Lanka has granted the vessel a 48-hour research window along its west coast.

Data Lab | Shin Yan 6 in question: Is China arm-twisting Sri Lanka to comply with its demands?

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) is mulling over shifting the venue of the Super Four matches of the ongoing Asia Cup 2023 from Colombo to Hambantota to reduce the impact of rain.

Asia Cup: Hambantota might replace Colombo as venue for Super Four games amid rain threat

China has the world's largest navy and the dragon now is seeking to increase its footprint around the globe. A new report by Bloomberg has come up that says Sri Lanka tops the list of Nations that could host China's Naval Base. The ideal location for the base is the Hambantota port given the fact Chinese have invested over 2.19 billion US dollars in the project.

Report: Sri Lanka could host China's next Naval base

Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) announced star spinner Rashid Khan would miss the first two ODIs against Sri Lanka due to a lower-back injury but is likely to return for the final One-Dayer of the three-match series, starting 2nd June in Hambantota.

Injured Rashid Khan to miss first two ODIs against Sri Lanka, likely to return for final One-Dayer: ACB

According to reports, the Chinese satellite tracking ship Yuan Wang 5 will not be docking at Hambantota port as it won't be reaching on Thursday as scheduled. Reports emanating from Sri Lanka said ships cannot enter the Hambantota port without permission.

China's satellite tracking ship won't be arriving at Hambantota port: Report

Chinese ship Yuan Wang 5 is expected to arrive in Hambantota around mid-August. The tracking vessel has the capacity to spy on atomic sites and ports in southern India. Palki Sharma tells you how India is responding.

Gravitas: Chinese ship to spy on India from Sri Lanka?

As Chinese naval vessel Yuan Wang 5 continues its journey to Sri Lanka's Hamabantota port. India has raised its concerns with Sri Lanka. The Chinese ship is expected to reach the Sri Lankan port in mid-August and has New Delhi worrying that it may snoop on Indian ports and nuiclear plants in southern India.

Can Chinese ship snoop on India from Sri Lanka port? India raises concerns

Amid Chinese manoeuvres to take control of Sri Lankan infrastructure and Hambantota port, True Ceylon reported on several Chinese men who were spotted engaged in dredging in Hambantota District.

Chinese men seen in military uniform in Sri Lanka: Report

Sri Lanka on Tuesday decided to waive off parking and landing costs for international flights when the country opens up its skies later this month after being shut down for over eight months due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sri Lanka to waive off parking and landing costs for international flights

Sri Lanka's strongman Mahinda Rajapaksa staged a political comeback on Friday as his party registered a landslide victory in the twice-postponed general elections, according to the final results released by the elections commission.

Your Story: Rajapaksas now authorized to amend the constitution, Two-third majority in 2020 polls

The counting of votes is underway in Sri Lanka after citizens streamed into polling stations on August 5. Nearly 71% of people cast their votes. Watch report.

Sri Lanka elections: Will Mahindra Rajapaksa become Prime Minister?

Sri Lanka elections: Advantage Rajapaksas in early rounds, Over 60% votes for SLPP in early rounds

Polling for Sri Lanka’s parliamentary election concluded on Wednesday with a voter turnout of 71%. The results will be released on Thursday

SL Polls: Nearly 71% Sri Lankans turn out to vote | Rajapaksa brothers | South-Asia

Sri Lanka voted for a new Parliament today. The question is not who will win the polls, but whether Mahinda Rajapaksa will be able to secure a 2/3rd majority. WION's Palki Sharma tells you what this election means for Sri Lanka and India.

Gravitas: Understanding the Sri Lankan Parliamentary elections

Polling has concluded in Sri Lanka. Polls were held under strict health guidelines on account of the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch report.

Fineprint: Rajapaksas look to tighten grip on power, Sri Lanka polls voter turnout over 60%

Sri Lanka is prepared to hold the general elections on Wednesday to elect a 225 member parliament with strict health guidelines amidst the COVID-19 situation.

Why India is keeping a close watch on Sri Lanka Polls | India-Sri Lanka | South-Asia

Polling for the 2020 parliamentary election commenced in Sri Lanka Wednesday at 7 am in 12,985 polling stations across the country under strict health guidelines.

Sri Lanka elections: Rajapaksas aim for victory | Voting underway in Sri Lanka | WION

Polling begins for Sri Lanka parliamentary elections amid pandemic

Fineprint: Sri Lanka goes to polls tomorrow, Chinese influence in the election under scanner

Sri Lanka is prepared to hold the general elections on Wednesday to elect a 225 member parliament with strict health guidelines amidst COVID situation.

Sri Lanka all set to hold general elections tomorrow; Polls delayed twice by COVID-19

China has welcomed Sri Lanka's clarification with regard to the Hambantota Port agreement. The Chinese embassy released a statement saying that it appreciates President Gotabhaya Rajapaksa’s remarks at a meeting with foreign correspondents.

Willing to work with Sri Lanka to promote development of Hambantota Port: China

Sajith Premadasa, MP is a Sri Lankan politician. The Cabinet Minister for Housing, Construction and Cultural Affairs and Member of Parliament for the Hambantota District. He is the Presidential Candidate from United National Front for 2019 Presidential Election.

Sri Lanka Elections: Who is Sajith Premadasa?

A day after Sri Lankan Prime Minister announced the island nation is negotiating a military pact with the US, another controversial bill has stirred controversy there.

Draft bill stirs row in Sri Lanka, many fear it will allow foreigners to usurp land

Sri Lanka began construction Sunday of a nearly $4 billion oil refinery it hopes will revive foreign interest in its shipping facilities after Beijing's takeover of a nearby port spooked international investors.

Sri Lanka opens work on $3.85 billion refinery near strategic port

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