Nepal Uprising Is Latest Challenge to India’s Backyard Diplomacy
The overthrow of Nepal’s government is the latest in a series of uprisings among India’s neighbors, creating a political churn that complicates its ties.
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Former Sri Lankan president admitted to hospital after arrest
Ranil Wickremesinghe, who faces charges of using public funds for private travel, treated for acute dehydrationSri Lanka’s former president was admitted to hospital on Saturday, a day after he was charged with using public funds to finance private inte…
Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe Arrested on Corruption Charges
The ex-leader, Ranil Wickremesinghe, was arrested amid government investigations into widespread bribery and graft.
SLINEX: Indian Naval Ships In Colombo To Take Part In Bilateral Exercise
The 12th edition of the Sri Lanka-India Naval Exercise (SLINEX-2025) commenced in Colombo on August 14, 2025, marking another significant milestone in the maritime partnership between India and Sri Lanka.Indian naval ships INS Rana—a guided missile destroyer—and INS Jyoti—a fleet tanker—arrived at Colombo Port to participate in the five-day exercise, which runs until August 18, 2025.SLINEX,
Military Governance in Post-War Sri Lanka: Revisiting the Logic of Downsizing
Only when Sri Lanka’s leaders prioritise political reconciliation over perpetual securitisation will the logic of a leaner military truly take hold.
Trump Announces Tariffs On Imports From Sri Lanka, Iraq And Five Other Nations
On July 10, 2025, US President Donald Trump announced a significant new round of tariffs targeting imports from seven nations: Sri Lanka, Algeria, Iraq, Libya, the Philippines, Moldova, and Brunei. These tariffs, set to take effect on August 1, 2025, mark a notable escalation in the US administration’s trade policy, reflecting a broader effort to address what Trump described as longstanding
India To Evacuate Citizens of Nepal, Sri Lanka From Iran
India has announced the extension of its ongoing evacuation mission, Operation Sindhu, in Iran to include citizens of Nepal and Sri Lanka, following formal requests from both neighbouring governments.The Indian Embassy in Tehran confirmed that it will coordinate the evacuation of Nepalese and Sri Lankan nationals alongside Indian citizens, as the security situation in Iran continues to
Commander of Sri Lanka Army Calls On COAS Gen Upendra Dwivedi
Lieutenant General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, paid an official visit to India from June 11 to 14, during which he met with General Upendra Dwivedi, the Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army, in New Delhi.The two military leaders held discussions focused on enhancing bilateral defence cooperation and strengthening military-to-military ties, reaffirming their shared
Sri Lankan Army Commander Lt Gen Lasantha Rodrigo Meets Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar
Sri Lankan Army Commander Lieutenant General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo is on a significant four-day official visit to India from June 11 to 14, 2025, aimed at deepening the robust defence partnership between India and Sri Lanka. The visit underscores a shared commitment to strengthening bilateral military cooperation, particularly in the realms of training, capacity building, and capability
India-Sri Lanka Hold High-Level Defence Dialogue, Focus On Maritime Security And Structured Cooperation
India and Sri Lanka convened a high-level defence dialogue in Colombo on Thursday, marking the first major engagement since the two countries signed their inaugural defence partnership agreement in April.The meeting, led by Sri Lankan Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) and Indian Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, brought together senior officials from both