India Doubles Grant to Enhance Education in Sri Lanka’s Plantation Sector Introduction to the Grant Enhancement In a significant move to bolster educational opportunities in Sri Lanka’s plantation sector, India has announced the doubling of its grant to $2 million. This initiative is aimed at enhancing educational infrastructure and services in the plantation areas, which…
Understanding Katchatheevu Island: A Historical Perspective Katchatheevu Island, nestled in the Palk Strait between India and Sri Lanka, has been a subject of contention and historical significance for decades. Its rich history and strategic location make it a crucial point of discussion not only in diplomatic circles but also for aspirants preparing for various government…
IIT Madras to Establish New Campus in Kandy, Sri Lanka: Boosting Educational Ties In a significant development, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has announced its plans to set up a new campus in Kandy, Sri Lanka. This expansion is a testament to the growing collaboration in the field of education between India and…
India-Sri Lanka Ferry Service Reopens After Four Decades In a significant development, the India-Sri Lanka ferry service, a historic maritime route connecting the two South Asian nations, has been reopened after a four-decade hiatus. This reopening is a pivotal moment with far-reaching implications for various government exams, including positions in the teaching sector, police officers,…
India-Sri Lanka inaugurate exhibition on Geoffrey Bawa in New Delhi India and Sri Lanka have inaugurated an exhibition on Geoffrey Bawa, an internationally acclaimed architect, at the National Museum in New Delhi. The exhibition titled “The Architecture of Geoffrey Bawa: Tradition and Modernity” is a joint initiative by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR)…
Seylan Bank Nostro account : Seylan Bank of Sri Lanka opens INR denominated Nostro account in Indian Bank in Mumbai Seylan Bank, one of Sri Lanka’s prominent commercial banks, has opened an INR-denominated Nostro account in Indian Bank in Mumbai, India. This move is expected to strengthen bilateral trade relations and increase banking services between…
