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01 June 2026

Keeping the flame alive - Tamil Eelam's musical legacy honoured at Eluchikuyil 2026

A commemorative event honouring artists whose works contributed to the Tamil liberation struggle was held in Switzerland with the 11th edition of the Ezhuchikkuyil 2026 Tamil Eelam patriotic song competition. The event, held in the Canton of Bern on May 8, 9, 23 and 24, paid tribute to 72 artists whose songs and artistic contributions were associated with the Tamil liberation movement. Floral…

Imperial College London continues 'Breaking the Silence' campaign

Nov 23, 2012

Thousands pay their respects to Col. Parithi

Nov 23, 2012

Thousands of Tamils across France, Europe and the world gathered in Paris on Saturday to pay their respects to the murdered French diaspora leader - Mathinthiran Nadarajah, or Col. Parithi. Updated 16:39 GMT 25 Nov 2012 with new photographs

KCL Tamil students break the silence on genocide

Nov 20, 2012

Students at King's College London's Tamil society kick started this year's 'Breaking the Silence' campaign on Tuesday. With posters, photographs and message board, the students were determined to spread the word on the genocide of Tamils.