Skeletal remains found without skulls, and a body wearing a raincoat, are among the latest discoveries at the Chemmani mass grave in Jaffna, where the number of sets of human remains identified has risen to 478 as the third phase of court-supervised excavations continues.
The findings come as Sri Lanka's Criminal Investigation Department told the Jaffna Magistrate's Court on Thursday that it…
Northern Province Governor Nagalingam Vedanayagam called for Eelam Tamil refugees in Tamil Nadu to return to the island, pledging land allocation, housing schemes, and livelihood assistance. His comments come against the stark reality of Tamils continuing to risk dangerous journeys to escape ongoing persecution.
The Ilankai Tamil Arasu Katchi (ITAK) marked its 75th anniversary today with a ceremony at the statue of its founder, SJV Chelvanayagam, in Jaffna.
This year's commemoration brought together ITAK members who gathered at the statue, where floral tributes were laid, and speeches were delivered reflecting on the party's history.