Sri Lankan government data shows scores still held under PTA

At least 30 individuals remain in remand under the much-criticised Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA).
M.K. Stalin urges for the release of Tamil Nadu fishermen
MK. Stalin

Following a diplomatic meeting between Sri Lanka’s President, Anura Kumaran Dissanayake, and India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister, M.K. Stalin has urged the Sri Lankan premier to release “Tamil Nadu fishermen detained by the Sri Lankan Navy”.

Indian PM Modi hosts Sri Lankan president in New Delhi
Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi this week.
Australian MP calls for January to be declared Tamil Heritage Month
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AC Milan to visit Jaffna in January 2025
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Tamil protests halt another sand mining attempt in Mullaitivu
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ITAK remembers Anton Balasingham in Kilinochchi
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Asoka Ranwala has tendered his resignation amidst controversy regarding his academic qualifications.
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