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EDITORIAL - A shaky bridge across the Palk Strait
As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed Sri Lanka earlier this month, New Delhi’s media was already hailing the visit as a diplomatic triumph. A raft of development projects had been announced and a significant new defence pact between the two governments signed. Images broadcast showed Modi beside a smiling Sri Lankan president Anura Kumara Dissanayake, arms raised aloft in symbolic…

Sri Lankan military checkpoints return in Jaffna

Jan 22, 2025
The sudden re-establishment of several checkpoints in Jaffna has raised concerns from locals

From London to Jaffna - Sahi Siva's worldwide musical journey

Jan 21, 2025
Sahi Siva talks about his musical journey, what has inspired his work and his UNNAALE Album world tour which will be hitting Jaffna.

‘Absolutely committed to justice’ - Keir Starmer’s speech to British Tamils in Downing Street

Jan 21, 2025
Starmer said his government is “absolutely committed to supporting efforts towards equality, truth, and justice” in Sri Lanka.

Keir Starmer invites Tamils into Downing Street to celebrate Thai Pongal

Jan 21, 2025
The British Prime Minister praised British Tamils for their invaluable contribution to the United Kingdom.

108th birth anniversary of M.G. Ramachandran celebrated in Jaffna

Jan 21, 2025
The 108th birth anniversary of M.G. Ramachandran was commemorated in Jaffna with tributes and the lighting of lamps

Madha Gaja Raja - Film of a bygone era

Jan 20, 2025
Krishna Selvaseelan
Much like a time capsule, Sundar C’s ‘Madha Gaja Raja’ has finally been unearthed, twelve years after the intended release date.

Sri Lankan army soldier arrested over double murder in Mannar

Jan 20, 2025

Mannar shooting

Three suspects have been arrested in connection with the recent shooting incident in Mannar, which resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left two others injured, including a serving member of the Sri Lanka Army who is believed to have been the gunman, according to police sources.

Tamil man dies in custody at Valvettithurai police station

Jan 20, 2025

sri lanka prisons

A 49-year-old Tamil man, Chandrakumar Chandrabalan, has died while in police custody at the Valvettithurai police station.

Chandrabalan, who was from Valvettithurai, was arrested by the Valvettithurai Police on Saturday after an arrest warrant was issued by Point Pedro Magistrate’s Court.

Chandrabalan suddenly fell ill and was taken to Valvettithurai hospital where he later died.

Canadian Prime Minister celebrates Tamil Heritage Month

Jan 19, 2025
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, visited the Richmond Hill Hindu Temple on January 17, 2025, to mark Tamil Heritage Month and the temple's 50th anniversary.

Kadhalikka Neramillai - Formulaic

Jan 18, 2025
Krishna Selvaseelan
Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi’s latest feature is a romantic dramedy attempting to push boundaries.
Sri Lankan military checkpoints return in Jaffna
From London to Jaffna - Sahi Siva's worldwide musical journey
‘Absolutely committed to justice’ - Keir Starmer’s speech to British Tamils in Downing Street
Keir Starmer invites Tamils into Downing Street to celebrate Thai Pongal
108th birth anniversary of M.G. Ramachandran celebrated in Jaffna
Madha Gaja Raja - Film of a bygone era
Sri Lankan army soldier arrested over double murder in Mannar
Tamil man dies in custody at Valvettithurai police station
Canadian Prime Minister celebrates Tamil Heritage Month
Kadhalikka Neramillai - Formulaic
Sri Lankan military checkpoints return in Jaffna
From London to Jaffna - Sahi Siva's worldwide musical journey
‘Absolutely committed to justice’ - Keir Starmer’s speech to British Tamils in Downing Street
Keir Starmer invites Tamils into Downing Street to celebrate Thai Pongal
108th birth anniversary of M.G. Ramachandran celebrated in Jaffna
Madha Gaja Raja - Film of a bygone era
Sri Lankan army soldier arrested over double murder in Mannar
Tamil man dies in custody at Valvettithurai police station
Canadian Prime Minister celebrates Tamil Heritage Month
Kadhalikka Neramillai - Formulaic