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Colombo retreats from land bridge plan, deepening mistrust with India
Sri Lanka has chosen not to proceed with a proposed land connectivity project with India at this time, despite Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi referring to the initiative during recent bilateral discussions during his three-day visit, reported by the Daily Mirror on Friday. The concept of a land bridge linking the two countries was first proposed during the 2002–2004 premiership of Ranil…

Tamil protests halt another sand mining attempt in Mullaitivu

Dec 16, 2024
An attempt by a private company to begin mineral sand mining has been halted after protests.

ITAK remembers Anton Balasingham in Kilinochchi

Dec 15, 2024
Ilankai Tamil Arasu Katchi commemorated Anton Balasingham in Kilinochchi.

Remembering Bala Anna 18 years on

Dec 14, 2024
Today marks 18 years since the passing of the chief negotiator and political strategist of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), Anton Balasingham. 

Sri Lanka's speaker resigns over allegations of fake doctorate

Dec 13, 2024
Asoka Ranwala has tendered his resignation amidst controversy regarding his academic qualifications.

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

Dec 13, 2024

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

Dec 13, 2024
At least 116 security personnel from Rajapaksa’s security detail have reportedly been withdrawn.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

Dec 13, 2024
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

Dec 13, 2024
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

Dec 13, 2024
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

Dec 13, 2024
Advocates, allies, and community members committed themselves to securing justice for Eelam Tamils.
Tamil protests halt another sand mining attempt in Mullaitivu
ITAK remembers Anton Balasingham in Kilinochchi
Remembering Bala Anna 18 years on
Sri Lanka's speaker resigns over allegations of fake doctorate
Adani's Colombo port project is of 'high importance' says Sri Lanka
SLPP cries foul over removal of Rajapaksa security, says LTTE ideology poses threat
More delays as Kokkuthoduvai mass grave case adjourned to February 2025
Tamil prisoner dies while being transported to Jaffna court
ECDO calls for immediate suspension of PTA on Human Rights Day
Tamil Refugee Council holds awareness event on Tamil genocide on Human Rights Day
Tamil protests halt another sand mining attempt in Mullaitivu
ITAK remembers Anton Balasingham in Kilinochchi
Remembering Bala Anna 18 years on
Sri Lanka's speaker resigns over allegations of fake doctorate
Adani's Colombo port project is of 'high importance' says Sri Lanka
SLPP cries foul over removal of Rajapaksa security, says LTTE ideology poses threat
More delays as Kokkuthoduvai mass grave case adjourned to February 2025
Tamil prisoner dies while being transported to Jaffna court
ECDO calls for immediate suspension of PTA on Human Rights Day
Tamil Refugee Council holds awareness event on Tamil genocide on Human Rights Day