Indian Naval Ship Sunayna has docked at Colombo for a three-day port call as part of India’s IOS SAGAR deployment in the Indian Ocean Region. The initiative brings together a combined crew from India and 16 partner countries, including Sri Lanka, marking the deployment’s seventh port call since it set out from Mumbai in April 2026. During its stay, the ship will be open to visitors, including school children and members of the Indian diaspora, before it departs May 18 for a PASSEX with Sri Lanka’s Navy.
Sri Lankan police say they have arrested over 600 foreigners, including Indian nationals, for cybercrime this year. Investigators claim many were tourist visa overstayers and were picked up in Colombo’s suburbs. Authorities have asked the public to report suspicious tenants, saying such tips can help disrupt international syndicates behind online fraud and related crimes.
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With the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match in Colombo drawing massive attention, fans are rushing to Sri Lanka. Travel plans are being finalized rapidly, pushing airfares and hotel prices notably higher. Many supporters are also extending stays to include beach time and local attractions, giving a timely boost to Colombo’s travel and hospitality sector.
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