Adani's Colombo port project is of 'high importance' says Sri Lanka

Tamil Affairs Dec 13

Sri Lanka has reaffirmed it would continue with the Adani Group's proposed Colombo port project, despite recent challenges including US charges against the conglomerate's founder and sudden changes to the financing arrangements.

SLPP cries foul over removal of Rajapaksa security, says LTTE ideology poses threat
Tamil Affairs Dec 13
At least 116 security personnel from Rajapaksa’s security detail have reportedly been withdrawn.
More delays as Kokkuthoduvai mass grave case adjourned to February 2025
Tamil Affairs Dec 13
It has been more than a year after a set of skeletons presumed to be those of LTTE fighters were unearthed.
Tamil prisoner dies while being transported to Jaffna court
Tamil Affairs Dec 13
40-year-old Ratnasingam Chandrakumar died whilst being transported to the Jaffna Magistrate’s Court.
ECDO calls for immediate suspension of PTA on Human Rights Day
Tamil Affairs Dec 13
ECDO urged the President of Sri Lanka to immediately suspend the controversial Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA).
Tamil Refugee Council holds awareness event on Tamil genocide on Human Rights Day
Tamil Affairs Dec 13
Advocates, allies, and community members committed themselves to securing justice for Eelam Tamils.
'A new constitution is needed to resolve ethnic issue' - ITAK MP Sathiyalingam
Tamil Affairs Dec 13
Tamil political parties must adopt a unified approach to press for a new constititution, said Dr P Sathiyalingam.
Ireland calls for broader interpretation of Genocide Convention at ICJ
International Affairs Dec 12
Ireland announces intention to intervene in South Africa's case against Israel at the International Court of Justice.
US Peace Corps returns to Sri Lanka amid growing military ties
Tamil Affairs Dec 12
19 volunteers were sworn in, the second cohort of volunteers to return to Sri Lanka since the program’s relaunch in 2023.
As Sinhalisation continues, US funds restoration of Kandyan King’s Palace
Tamil Affairs Dec 12
The US Embassy marked the reopening of the restored palace, as Sinhalisation of sites across the Tamil North-East continues.
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