Sri Lanka

Operation Sagar Bandhu: India’s Response to Cyclone Ditwah

Operation Sagar Bandhu: India’s Response to Cyclone Ditwah

In the wake of Cyclone Ditwah, India launched Operation Sagar Bandhu on 28 November 2025. The cyclone caused severe flooding, loss of life, and widespread disruption across Sri Lanka. The operation provides urgent Search & Rescue and Humanitarian Assistance & Disaster Relief (HADR) support to our closest maritime neighbour. The Ministry of External Affairs has issued a detailed statement informing about the Operation Sagar Bandhu. Co-ordinated Efforts for Rescue Operations In coordination with the Sri Lankan authorities, the Government of India immediately handed 9.5 tons of emergency rations from two Indian Navy Ships in Colombo. It deployed three Indian Air…
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INS Sahyadri Docks in Colombo as PM Modi Concludes Strategic Visit to Sri Lanka

INS Sahyadri Docks in Colombo as PM Modi Concludes Strategic Visit to Sri Lanka

Strengthening Maritime and Defence Cooperation Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his impactful visit to Sri Lanka. Following the visit, Indian Navy warship INS Sahyadri docked at the Port of Colombo. This action reinforces India’s commitment to regional maritime cooperation. The warship, part of the Eastern Fleet, is on operational deployment in the Indian Ocean Region. It serves as a symbol of India's growing naval outreach. It also highlights defence collaboration with its neighbours. Deepening Naval Engagement During its stay, Indian and Sri Lankan naval personnel will participate in professional exchanges. They will also engage in joint exercises. Additionally, operational discussions…
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Train Collision in Sri Lanka’s Habarana Kills Six Elephants

Train Collision in Sri Lanka’s Habarana Kills Six Elephants

Tragic Train Accident in Sri Lanka: A passenger train collided with a herd of elephants in Habarana, Sri Lanka. Six elephants were killed. Two elephants were injured. The train derailed after colliding with the elephants. A passenger train collided with a herd of elephants in Sri Lanka’s Habarana region on February 20. The accident was devastating. The impact was severe. It resulted in the deaths of six elephants on the spot. Two others sustained critical injuries and are currently receiving medical attention. This incident is regarded as one of the worst train-related elephant fatalities in the country. Collisions between trains…
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India lodges strong protest on an incident involving firing by the Sri Lankan Navy during apprehension of Indian fishermen

India lodges strong protest on an incident involving firing by the Sri Lankan Navy during apprehension of Indian fishermen

India has lodged a strong protest on an incident of firing by the Sri Lankan Navy during the apprehension of 13 Indian fishermen in the proximity of Delft Island in the early hours of January 28. Out of the 13 fishermen who were on board the fishing vessel, two have sustained serious injuries and are currently receiving treatment at the Jaffna Teaching Hospital. Three other fishermen received minor injuries and have been treated for the same. Indian Consulate Officials in Jaffna have visited the injured fishermen at the hospital to seek their welfare and are extending all possible assistance to…
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