Tag: Sri Lanka
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T20 World Cup: Scotland Secures Last-Minute Spot After Bangladesh Removal
Scotland Steps In as Last-Minute Replacement The ICC has confirmed a dramatic reshuffle for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with Scotland securing a last-minute berth after Bangladesh were removed from the tournament. The decision comes amid ongoing discussions and a complex backdrop surrounding scheduling and venue logistics for the event hosted across India and Sri…
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T20 World Cup: Scotland lands last-minute slot after Bangladesh axed
Background to the Last-Minute Change The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka is taking shape with teams preparing for a tight, high-stakes tournament. In a dramatic turn, Scotland has been handed a last-minute place in the event, stepping in for Bangladesh who were removed by the ICC following a dispute over…
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Sri Lanka Dengue Surge in Early 2026 Sparks Health Alert
Overview: Dengue Cases Rise in the First Nine Days of 2026 Sri Lanka is facing a sharp increase in dengue fever cases in the early days of 2026. Official figures show that 2,170 dengue infections were reported across 41 Medical Officer of Health (MOH) divisions in the first nine days of January. With an average…
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Sri Lanka Faces Dengue Surge in Early 2026 as Cases Climb Across 41 MOH Divisions
Overview: a concerning start to 2026 Sri Lanka is experiencing a notable spike in dengue fever at the start of 2026. Media reports indicate that 2,170 dengue cases were recorded in the first nine days of January, averaging about 240 cases per day across 41 Medical Officer of Health (MOH) divisions. Health officials from the…
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Sri Lanka Faces a Dengue Spike in Early 2026
Sharp Rise in Dengue Cases Across Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is experiencing a notable uptick in dengue fever as the new year begins. Health officials reported that 2,170 dengue cases were recorded in the first nine days of 2026, averaging about 240 cases per day across 41 Medical Officer of Health (MOH) divisions. The surge…
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Bangladesh name squad for T20 World Cup 2026: Litton Das to lead the Tigers
Bangladesh announce their squad for the T20 World Cup 2026 The Bangladesh cricket team has revealed its squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, with Litton Das named the captain as the Tigers prepare for a challenging campaign in India and Sri Lanka in February and March 2026. The announcement confirms a carefully…
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Bangladesh Urges ICC to Relocate T20 World Cup Matches to Sri Lanka
Bangladesh requests relocation of T20 World Cup matches Bangladesh has formally asked the International Cricket Council (ICC) to relocate their upcoming T20 World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka, citing what the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) describes as heightened safety concerns. The move comes after footballing and cricketing authorities in India were briefed on…
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INLD Row: Abhay Chautala Sparks Debate by Warning of Government Topplings
Overview: A Controversial Statement Remains in Political Debate The Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) national president, Abhay Singh Chautala, has triggered a political controversy after comments suggesting India should anticipate situations similar to those in Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bangladesh, where governments were toppled. While political leaders often call for vigilance against instability, the framing…
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Sri Lanka to Arrest 1996 World Cup Captain Arjuna Ranatunga in Rs 23.5 Crore Oil Scam Case
Overview: A High-Profile Corruption Case Emerging from the Petroleum Ministry In a development that intertwines sport, politics, and legal accountability, Sri Lankan authorities announced plans to arrest former World Cup-winning captain Arjuna Ranatunga. The charges relate to a controversial period during his tenure as a minister in the country’s petroleum sector. Prosecutors allege misconduct linked…
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Sri Lanka to Arrest Arjuna Ranatunga Over Rs 23.5 Crore Oil Scam: Court Tells All
Overview: Court Signals Possible Arrest in High-Profile Oil Case In a development that has stirred political and sports circles across Sri Lanka, authorities indicated plans to arrest former World Cup-winning captain Arjuna Ranatunga on corruption charges linked to his tenure as petroleum minister. A district court was told that the case centers on an alleged…