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Wednesday, August 13, 2025
TopicIndia-Sri lanka

Topic: India-Sri lanka

The saga of India & Sri Lanka’s claims on Katchatheevu, and 2 RTI replies

While PM claims island was ‘callously given away’, in 2015, MEA's RTI reply says case ‘of acquiring or ceding' the island does not arise. ThePrint explains Katchatheevu situation.

‘Did nothing to safeguard Tamil Nadu’s interests,’ PM Modi attacks DMK on Katchatheevu issue

PM Modi's attack comes a day after Congress passed scathing comments on BJP during their rally. Comparing DMK to Congress, he said they only care that their own sons and daughters rise.

‘Callously gave away isle’ — Modi invokes Katchatheevu, Congress calls it ‘distortion of history’

In post on X, Modi cited ‘new facts’ attributed to ‘documents obtained by TN BJP chief Annamalai through RTI application’ that detail how India ceded Katchatheevu to Sri Lanka.

‘Sri Lankan govt takes our boats, arrests our men’ — why TN fishermen boycotted Katchatheevu fest

Chennai: Singari Alex’s two sons and a grandson were among the 42 Tamil Nadu fishermen captured by the Sri Lankan navy on charges of...

UPI to be launched tomorrow in Mauritius, Sri Lanka

According to the MEA, the launch will benefit a wide cross-section of people and enhance digital connectivity between the countries.

200 yrs of Indian Tamils in Sri Lanka: Sitharaman & Tharoor to attend event marking painful history

New Delhi: Two hundred years ago, thousands of indentured Tamil labourers landed on the shores of Sri Lanka, and made the long, arduous journey...

Sri Lanka approves issuing of free visas to India, 6 other countries as pilot project till March 2024

Under the pilot project, that has begun with immediate effect, Sri Lanka will allow visa-free entry to visitors from 7 countries, including China & Russia.

‘New chapter in diplomatic and economic relations — Modi hails India-Sri Lanka ferry service launch

Ferry services between Nagappatinam in India and Kankesanthurai near Jaffna in the Northern Province of Sri Lanka commenced Saturday.

Modi says Indira gave Katchatheevu to Sri Lanka — island’s history & why it’s a political hot potato

PM referred to Katchatheevu in his response to Oppn's no-confidence motion in Parliament. Tamil Nadu CM Stalin has urged Modi to initiate diplomatic efforts to retrieve the island.

Focus on trade, infra to build connectivity — what’s in India-Sri Lanka economic vision document

Modi calls document ‘India’s long-term commitment towards Sri Lanka’ and says the island nation plays an essential role in India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy.

On Camera

Hrithik Roshan & Jr NTR in Janaab-e-Aali is exactly what a dance-off should not be

Forget comparing it with classics like Hrithik’s Ek Pal Ka Jeena or the slick title track of Dhoom 2, Janaab-e-Aali does not even come close to Ghungroo.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.