Hambantota

Asia Cup 2023: It’s Official, Super 4 Matches To Move Out Of Colombo To THIS Venue

The Asia Cup 2023 matches in Colombo have been moved out by the Asian Cricket Council due to torrential rain in the Sri Lanka capital city.

Sep 05, 2023, 12:53 PM IST

With eye on China, India, Japan and Sri Lanka agree to develop Colombo port

Around 70% of Colombo Port's trans-shipment business is India-related.

May 28, 2019, 21:52 PM IST

China offers fresh $295 million grant to Sri Lanka in push for dominance

President Maithripala Sirisena of Sri Lanka, a partner in Beijing`s multi-country Belt and Road infrastructure push, has made the announcement.

Jul 22, 2018, 15:46 PM IST

Pakistan's CPEC port in Gwadar has more challenges than advantages: Report

Connectivity, higher transportation cost and services could prevent Gwadar from succeeding. And, of all things, it may be water that could be the biggest threat.

Apr 12, 2018, 20:25 PM IST

Sri Lanka's Cabinet "clears port deal" with China firm after security concerns addressed

India has long considered Sri Lanka, just off its southern coast, as within its sphere of influence and sought to push back against China`s expanding maritime presence.

Jul 25, 2017, 14:08 PM IST

Ground staff at Hambantota stadium in Sri Lanka stripped off their pants, watch shocking video here

Sri Lanka went down to Zimbabwe in the fifth and final ODI of the series in Hambantota, handing the visitors a 3-2 win. An off the field incident during the match has now come into light where the ground staff were made to strip off their pants.

Jul 12, 2017, 13:11 PM IST

Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, 3rd ODI: Openers Niroshan Dickwella, Danushka Gunathilaka set up big win

Chasing 311 for victory, the hosts rode on a 229-run opening stand between Dickwella (102) and Gunathilaka (116) to canter home in 47.2 overs and earn a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.

Jul 06, 2017, 19:32 PM IST

Sri Lanka floods, landslides toll rises to 126

The deaths in floods and landslides in Sri Lanka following heavy rain rose to 126 on Sunday, an official said.

May 28, 2017, 13:59 PM IST

India taking 'softer line' towards Sirisena Govt: Rajapaksa

Rajapaksa's visit to China assumes much significance in the wake of a recent public spat between Beijing and Colombo.

Nov 23, 2016, 14:44 PM IST

Fireworks spark blaze as Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena opens resort

Fireworks sparked a fire at a luxury beach resort in southern Sri Lanka minutes after it was opened by President Maithripala Sirisena, the hotel and local officials said.

Jun 02, 2016, 10:31 AM IST