Sri Lankan govt. to pursue reparations for colonial-era losses
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Parliament approves extension of State of Public Emergency
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Parliament approves extension of State of Public Emergency
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Sri Lanka urges Pakistan to reconsider boycott of India clash at T20 World Cup
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Eshan Malinga’s World Cup participation in doubt after shoulder injury – Dasun Shanaka
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Pakistan PM confirms decision to boycott T20 World Cup game against India
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reiterated the country’s decision to boycott its T20 World Cup match against India, saying the country has taken a “clear stand” for the February 15 match in Sri Lanka, reported Dawn. MORE..
