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02 Dec

Pakistan Faces Criticism for Sending Expired Relief Supplies to Flood-Hit Sri Lanka

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Islamabad/Colombo, December 2, 2025: Pakistan is under fire after a shipment of relief material sent to Sri Lanka was found to contain expired food and medical items, sparking anger among citizens and humanitarian groups. The aid, meant for communities devastated by recent floods and cyclone-related damage, drew backlash when images of the packages revealed labels showing lapsed expiry dates.The consignment had been sent as a gesture of support during Sri Lanka’s ongoing crisis. However, the discovery of outdated supplies has turned the move into a diplomatic embarrassment, with many critics describing it as careless and disrespectful to victims struggling to…

30 Nov

Indian Helicopters Launch Major Rescue Operations in Sri Lanka

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National Times Bureau :- The Indian Embassy in Sri Lanka announced on Saturday that Chetak helicopters deployed under Operation Sagar Bandhu carried out rescue missions for people affected by Cyclone Ditwah. The embassy said that India stands firmly with Sri Lanka during this difficult time. According to the embassy, Chetak helicopters from INS Vikrant conducted multiple search and rescue sorties across flood-affected regions, helping authorities reach stranded individuals and deliver essential support. “India stands firmly with Sri Lanka in this challenging moment, working together to save lives and provide timely relief,” the embassy said in its statement. The embassy also…

06 Apr

Modi, Lankan President Launch Key Railway Projects Built with Indian Aid

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Anuradhapura, April 6, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake jointly inaugurated two major railway projects in Sri Lanka on Sunday, marking a milestone in India-Sri Lanka development ties.The leaders unveiled the refurbished 128-km Maho-Omanthai railway line, upgraded with Indian assistance of USD 91.27 million. They also launched the construction of an advanced signaling system from Maho to Anuradhapura, funded by an Indian grant of USD 14.89 million.“These landmark railway modernization projects represent a major step in strengthening north-south rail connectivity in Sri Lanka,” officials said.The upgraded infrastructure is expected to enable faster and…

14 Feb

Adani Green Energy Pulls Out of Sri Lanka Wind Power Projects

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Colombo, February 14, 2025 – Adani Green Energy, the renewable arm of billionaire Gautam Adani’s conglomerate, has withdrawn from two proposed wind power projects in Sri Lanka. The decision follows the new government's move to renegotiate tariffs. Withdrawal Cites Policy Changes In a statement, the company confirmed its exit, stating, “Adani Green Energy has conveyed its Board’s decision to respectfully withdraw from further engagement in the renewable energy wind project and two transmission projects in Sri Lanka.”The company had planned to invest $1 billion in wind power generation and transmission infrastructure. However, the newly elected administration under President Anura Kumara…