President invited to India

Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh telephoned President Mahinda Rajapakse to congratulate him on his victory and invited him to visit India, official sources said on Sunday.

In a separate message, President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam also congratulated Rajapakse on his assumption of office. Kalam said Sri Lanka and India enjoyed excellent bilateral relations in all spheres.

"I am sure that under your able leadership, our two countries will be able to cement and strengthen it further," he added.

- The Hindu