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Topic: Sri Lanka

Leader of ISIS-linked group behind Sri Lanka attacks died in hotel blast, says President Sirisena

The leader appeared in a video released by the group, but his whereabouts after the blasts were not immediately clear.

From Easter attacks to the uncivil war: Inaction marks Sri Lanka’s bloody history

Sri Lanka must investigate why warnings were not heeded and assure citizens that such horror will not come back.

Sri Lanka suspends visa-on-arrival policy following Easter attack

Sri Lanka's' visa-on-arrival pilot programme was part of a larger initiative to increase tourist arrivals to the country during the 6 month off-season period from May to October.

The ‘apolitical’ interview between PM Modi & Akshay Kumar was more than just about mangoes

Anyone who believes there can be an ‘apolitical’ interview with the PM right in the middle of Lok Sabha elections knows nothing about Modi.

Sri Lanka cops say 9 suicide bombers carried out bombing, death toll rises to 359

Police said nine bombers, including a woman, were involved in the massive Easter Sunday bombings, and have arrested 60 suspects so far.

Easter massacre opens door for strongman Rajapaksa to return in Sri Lanka

The major security lapse on the part of Sri Lanka's govt has given former president Rajapaksa and his brother a chance to make a comeback.

India sent 3 alerts to warn Sri Lanka ahead Easter Sunday attack

The first warning was sent on 4 April after NIA stumbled upon videos of NTJ leader Maulvi Zahran Bin Hashim while probing the Islamic State Coimbatore module.

Sri Lanka attacks mark birth of terrorism 3.0

Terrorism 3.0 is defined by the Islamic State — a globally dispersed, highly lethal, financially capable, deeply innovative organisation.

Sri Lanka terror attack: Did the world let its guard down on ISIS?

The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the serial suicide bombings in Sri Lanka, which have killed more than 300 people till last count.

Islamic State claims responsibility for terror attacks in Sri Lanka that killed 310

The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the eight serial blasts through its news agency AMAQ Tuesday.

On Camera

Why is going to law school so popular again?

In a recent survey of law school admissions officers, 94% said the current political climate in the US played at least a moderate role in the increase.

Consumer Price Index gets up to date. Airfare, OTT plans, e-commerce prices in new basket—MoSPI secy

New CPI series will take 2024 as base year, will provide more accurate measure of inflation, spending on digital services. Expected to enhance representation and reliability, says Saurabh Garg.

Joint production, closer ties, emerging tech: The foundation of new defence pact between India & US

The agreement, signed after meeting between Rajnath and US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on sidelines of ADMM-Plus in Kuala Lumpur, aims to deepen bilateral ties in the critical sector.

Deepfake on duty: when I asked AI to read Op Sindoor citations

On 21 Oct, a buzz went up that the govt had released full list of gallantry award recipients along with Op Sindoor citations. I put an AI caddy on the job. It took me into a never-ending rabbit hole.