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A protest march was held last month opposing limestone excavation, mineral sand mining and a proposed wind power project across the villages of Veravil, Valaipadu, Ponnaveli and Kiranchi, in the Poonakary Divisional Secretariat division of Kilinochchi. The demonstration was organised against plans to establish wind power stations and to carry out mineral sand and limestone extraction in the…

SJB welcomes accused war criminal, as it looks to build Sinhala support

Sri Lanka’s opposition party, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), proudly welcomed former Army Commander Daya Ratnayake to its fold, an official who oversaw military operations during the Tamil genocide and who has repeatedly denied war crimes have taken place.

TGTE Canada recognises advocates for justice and human rights

The Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam (TGTE) in Canada hosted its Annual Dinner and Awards Night for 2023 in Toronto last month, acknowledging and honouring individuals who have shown dedication to advancing justice, peace, and human rights.

North-East Coordination Committee issues 11 demands for devolution of power

The North-East Coordination Committee has presented a set of 11 demands aimed at ensuring the permanent devolution of power to the North-East.

Jaffna University boils 108 pots in Thai Pongal extravaganza

At Jaffna University's recent Thai Pongal festival, students from all 11 faculties, alongside their union and management, collaborated to boil 108 pots as they collectively marked a new beginning with fresh hopes and aspirations. The event was filled with spirited activities like tug-of-war and pillow fights at the main campus, while the Kailasapathy Auditorium showcased vibrant cultural performances, dance, and theatre.

Urgent plea for the repatriation of Santhan as health deteriorates

The mother of Santhan, one of the Eelam Tamils who was imprisoned for the assassination of former Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and subsequently released, has sent out a plea for her son to be brought to Sri Lanka in light of his deteriorating health. 

New ITJP report highlights Gotabaya Rajapaksa's 'pivotal role' in 2009 Tamil genocide

The International Truth and Justice Project (ITJP) have released a report highlighting key evidence of Gotabaya Rajapaksa's "pivotal role" in final phase of the armed conflict in which tens of thousands of Tamils were killed. 

Sri Lanka's TID questions Tamil civil society activist over a closed case

Tamil civil society activist Kurusumuthu V. Lavakumar was questioned for five hours by Sri Lanka's Terrorism Investigation Department (TID) over his participation in a Tamil Genocide Day commemoration in 2021. 

Sri Lankan police interrogate Tamil boy over Tamil Eelam kite

A 16 year old Tamil boy has been interrogated by Sri Lankan police over a kite that was adorned with a map of Tamil Eelam at the Mullaitivu kite festival. 

Hundreds of children and adults gathered on Mullaitivu beach yesterday to watch the display of various kites. 

Sri Lanka's security forces to expand involvement in island's tourism sector

Sri Lankan Minister of Tourism Harin Fernando met with the heads of Sri Lanka's armed forces and police to discuss their involvement in the tourism sector, in an attempt to boost the industry. 

'New transitional justice process lacks credibility' says Human Rights Watch

The Human Rights Watch (HRW) has warned that the  Sri Lankan government’s proposed law to create a commission to investigate wartime abuses replicates previous failed attempts, ignores the needs of victims, and falls far short of meeting Sri Lanka’s international legal obligations, adding that authorities continue to silence and repress victims and their communities during this process.