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Anukul Roy joins the India A squad for the upcoming tri-series in Sri Lanka. This change follows Harsh Dubey's maiden call-up to the senior India team for the home series against Afghanistan. The tri-series will feature India A, Sri Lanka A, and Afghanistan A. Anukul Roy has been a valuable player for Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026.

The Art of Living's Bengaluru center celebrated its 45th anniversary, honoring founder Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. Dignitaries, including Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot and Union Minister Sanjay Seth, attended a special satsang and meditation program. The event highlighted the organization's humanitarian work and Gurudev's efforts to make wellness practices accessible.

There is still no confirmation on the three T20 Internationals that were earlier expected to be part of the tour.

Sri Lankan police apprehended 173 Indian nationals, alongside 25 Nepalese and other foreigners, in a significant cybercrime sweep across southern resort towns. Suspects, aged 25-35, face charges including visa abuse, illegal employment, and cybercrime offenses. This follows earlier detentions of Chinese and Vietnamese nationals, highlighting a broader crackdown on international syndicates exploiting Sri Lanka's connectivity.

Actress and former minister Roja Selvam offered prayers at the revered Tirumala Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, gracing the occasion in a stunning traditional South Indian saree with gold zari work and layered gold jewellery. Her visit follows recent appearances by other celebrities at the popular hill shrine, which continues to draw thousands of devotees daily.

Narasaraopet MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu pledged free higher education at Vignan University for 287 meritorious ST students who scored over 600 in Intermediate exams. He urged parents to support their children's studies, highlighting the district's pride in over 83% of ST students achieving first class. The MP also promised efforts to establish a new junior college in Narasaraopet.

Tilak Varma will lead the 15-member India A squad in a one-day tri-series in Sri Lanka, featuring Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A. The team includes emerging talents like Priyansh Arya and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, with Riyan Parag as vice-captain. The series will be followed by two multi-day matches against Sri Lanka A.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay expressed solidarity with the global Tamil diaspora on Mullivaikkal Remembrance Day, pledging continued support for their rights. Observed annually on May 18, the day marks the bloody conclusion of the Sri Lankan Civil War in 2009, a period that saw immense civilian suffering and wartime atrocities.

Vijay on X expressed solidarity with Tamils living across the world on Mullivaikkal remembrance day on Monday.

Bengaluru couple Danish Abdi and Vrushali Prasade made history by completing a side-by-side open-water swim from Sri Lanka to India across the Palk Strait. The duo covered nearly 32 kilometers in 10 hours and 45 minutes, starting from Talaimannar and reaching Dhanushkodi. Their remarkable feat was achieved with strict safety supervision and has garnered widespread appreciation online.

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Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka lauded teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's inclusion in the India A squad for the Sri Lanka tri-series. The 15-year-old's rapid rise, marked by an U19 World Cup final century, earned praise. Ayush Badoni also features, with selectors focusing on grooming young talent for future international commitments.