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‘Where is the LTTE?’ Lawyer challenges terror charges against jailed Tamil rapper
  The lawyer representing detained Tamil rapper Sangeethsan Ganeskumar challenged allegations that his client sought to revive the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) during proceedings before the Jaffna Magistrate's Court this week, arguing that the material cited by police contains no reference to the organisation or its leadership. Sangeethsan, better known by his stage name…

Sri Lankan Navy arrests seven Tamil Nadu fishermen off Nedunthivu coast

Jul 13, 2025
A group of seven fishermen from Tamil Nadu were arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy earlier today for allegedly entering Sri Lankan territorial waters and engaging in fishing activities near Nedunthivu, an island off the northern Jaffna Peninsula.

Chemmani mass grave excavation temporarily paused after recovery of 65 skeletal remains

Jul 13, 2025
The second phase of the Chemmani mass grave excavation in Jaffna has been temporarily halted, following the recovery of 65 human skeletal remains, officials confirmed.

Protest calls for release of Tamil political prisoner held for over 30 years under PTA

Jul 13, 2025
A protest has been launched in Thirunelveli, Jaffna, calling for the release of Tamil political prisoner Vigneshwaranathan Parthipan, who has spent more than three decades behind bars after being arrested under Sri Lanka’s draconian Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) at the age of just 17.

Vavuniya residents call for PTA repeal and justice for the disappeared

Jul 12, 2025
Residents of Vavuniya gathered in the Illupaiyadi area to take part in a signature campaign organised by the Movement for Equal Rights, calling for the repeal of the draconian Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), justice for the forcibly disappeared, and the establishment of a new political framework that guarantees equal rights for all.

Tamil Eelam at the CONIFA Asia Cup 2025

Jul 11, 2025
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As the CONIFA Asia Cup London concluded last week with Tamil Eelam retaining the title, each individual brought something unique, and together they created moments of pride for Eelam Tamils across the world.

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Sri Lankan Navy to resume marine security services in Red Sea

Jul 11, 2025

Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has this week approved a proposal to resume providing maritime security services in the Red Sea, according to Minister and Cabinet Spokesperson, Nalinda Jayatissa.

“Considering the knowledge and experience of the Sri Lanka Navy in relation to maritime security operations, it has been deemed appropriate to grant approval to the Sri Lanka Navy to independently carry out maritime security operations,” Jayatissa told reporters.

Protest against illegal Buddhist temple in Thaiyiddy continues

Jul 11, 2025
Protestors gathered once again today in Thaiyiddy, Jaffna, to demand the removal of an illegal Buddhist vihara and the return of occupied lands to their rightful Tamil owners, as demonstrations around the site intensify.

Tamils halt Sri Lankan police attempt to claim land for Buddhist temple

Jul 10, 2025
Tamil politicians and local residents intervened earlier this week to stop an unlawful attempt by Sri Lankan police officers to seize state land near the occupying Omanthai Police Station for the construction of a Buddhist vihara.

Easter Sunday attack engineered for Rajapaksa comeback, says Sri Lankan minister

Jul 10, 2025
Sri Lanka’s Leader of the House Bimal Rathnayake alleged that the extremist climate that culminated in the Easter Sunday attacks was “deliberately cultivated” to facilitate the political return of the Rajapaksa regime, which had lost power in 2015.

Sri Lanka warns of apparel industry impact as US slaps 30% tariff on exports

Jul 10, 2025

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The United States has announced a 30% tariff on Sri Lankan exports, a move that could severely impact the island’s crucial apparel industry, as officials in Colombo scramble to negotiate a reduction ahead of the 1 August deadline.

In a letter sent to Anura Kumara Dissanayake, US President Donald Trump said the decision to impose the tariff was driven by persistent trade deficits and Sri Lanka’s trade policies.

Sri Lankan Navy arrests seven Tamil Nadu fishermen off Nedunthivu coast
Chemmani mass grave excavation temporarily paused after recovery of 65 skeletal remains
Protest calls for release of Tamil political prisoner held for over 30 years under PTA
Vavuniya residents call for PTA repeal and justice for the disappeared
Tamil Eelam at the CONIFA Asia Cup 2025
Sri Lankan Navy to resume marine security services in Red Sea
Protest against illegal Buddhist temple in Thaiyiddy continues
Tamils halt Sri Lankan police attempt to claim land for Buddhist temple
Easter Sunday attack engineered for Rajapaksa comeback, says Sri Lankan minister
Sri Lanka warns of apparel industry impact as US slaps 30% tariff on exports
Sri Lankan Navy arrests seven Tamil Nadu fishermen off Nedunthivu coast
Chemmani mass grave excavation temporarily paused after recovery of 65 skeletal remains
Protest calls for release of Tamil political prisoner held for over 30 years under PTA
Vavuniya residents call for PTA repeal and justice for the disappeared
Tamil Eelam at the CONIFA Asia Cup 2025
Sri Lankan Navy to resume marine security services in Red Sea
Protest against illegal Buddhist temple in Thaiyiddy continues
Tamils halt Sri Lankan police attempt to claim land for Buddhist temple
Easter Sunday attack engineered for Rajapaksa comeback, says Sri Lankan minister
Sri Lanka warns of apparel industry impact as US slaps 30% tariff on exports