Remembering Bala Anna 18 years on

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
Asoka Ranwala has tendered his resignation amidst controversy regarding his academic qualifications.
Adani's Colombo port project is of 'high importance' says Sri Lanka

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
At least 116 security personnel from Rajapaksa’s security detail have reportedly been withdrawn.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
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
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
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
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 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
Ireland announces intention to intervene in South Africa's case against Israel at the International Court of Justice.
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