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UNP rallies to defend Buddhist institutions amid clergy misconduct controversy
Sri Lanka's United National Party (UNP) has accused the National People's Power (NPP) government of attempting to undermine Buddhism and interfere in the affairs of the Buddhist clergy, as controversy continues over proposed reforms aimed at addressing misconduct within the Buddhist Sangha. The dispute comes amid heightened public scrutiny of Buddhist institutions following allegations of…

Sri Lankan military vacates Chulipuram camp and moves to Chankanai

Jan 26, 2026
Sri Lankan military personnel who had been stationed for over three decades at the Chulipuram army camp in Jaffna fully vacated the site late last week, as they transferred to a different base in the highly militarised peninsula.

UK High Commissioner visits Jaffna, meets Chemmani families and civil society groups

Jan 26, 2026
British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Andrew Patrick visited Jaffna last week, meeting families of the disappeared, civil society organisations, and district officials, as longstanding demands for truth and accountability over enforced disappearances remain unresolved.

Jaffna discussion scrutinises draft ‘Protection of the State from Terrorism’ bill

Jan 26, 2026
An open public discussion examining the draft “Protection of the State from Terrorism Act (PSTA)” was held last week, at the Thanthai Chelva Auditorium in Jaffna, amid growing concern over the Sri Lankan government’s proposed replacement for the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA).

Northern Province Governor urges Japan support for healthcare and waste management

Jan 26, 2026
The Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vedanayagam, has called on the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to extend its support towards strengthening healthcare services and improving waste management across the province.

Local council rejects Sri Lanka Cricket bid for Mandaitivu land amid stadium expansion plans

Jan 26, 2026
The Chairman of the Velanai Pradeshiya Sabha, Sivalingam Ashokkumar, has stated that no permission can be granted to acquire land belonging to the Pradeshiya Sabha for the construction of luxury hotels or other ancillary facilities linked to the proposed Jaffna International Cricket Stadium.

Vaa Vaathiyaar - A lesson unlearnt

Jan 24, 2026
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Jaffna exhibition commemorates LTTE commander Colonel Kittu

Jan 22, 2026

An exhibition commemorating Colonel Kittu, one of the most prominent senior leaders of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, was held in Jaffna this week.

The exhibition took place at Kittu Park, a site named in remembrance of the LTTE commander, and drew members of the public who gathered to view displays documenting his life and political trajectory.

US lawmakers urge Washington to back Tamil self-determination and genocide investigation

Jan 22, 2026
A group of United States lawmakers have written to the US State Department urging renewed action on accountability for atrocities committed against the Tamil people, including international investigations into genocide, and support for the right of Eelam Tamils to self-determination through a democratic referendum.

UK government questioned in Parliament on justice for Tamils

Jan 22, 2026
The British government was questioned in Parliament this week on what action it is taking to support Tamils seeking justice for past and ongoing abuses in Sri Lanka.

Human Rights Watch says international community ‘need to do more’ for accountability in Sri Lanka

Jan 21, 2026

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has called on foreign governments to promote accountability in Sri Lanka through targeted sanctions, criminal investigations, and prosecutions, in the wake of a new report by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). which documents the widespread and systematic use of conflict-related sexual violence by Sri Lankan state forces. 

Sri Lankan military vacates Chulipuram camp and moves to Chankanai
UK High Commissioner visits Jaffna, meets Chemmani families and civil society groups
Jaffna discussion scrutinises draft ‘Protection of the State from Terrorism’ bill
Northern Province Governor urges Japan support for healthcare and waste management
Local council rejects Sri Lanka Cricket bid for Mandaitivu land amid stadium expansion plans
Vaa Vaathiyaar - A lesson unlearnt
Jaffna exhibition commemorates LTTE commander Colonel Kittu
US lawmakers urge Washington to back Tamil self-determination and genocide investigation
UK government questioned in Parliament on justice for Tamils
Human Rights Watch says international community ‘need to do more’ for accountability in Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan military vacates Chulipuram camp and moves to Chankanai
UK High Commissioner visits Jaffna, meets Chemmani families and civil society groups
Jaffna discussion scrutinises draft ‘Protection of the State from Terrorism’ bill
Northern Province Governor urges Japan support for healthcare and waste management
Local council rejects Sri Lanka Cricket bid for Mandaitivu land amid stadium expansion plans
Vaa Vaathiyaar - A lesson unlearnt
Jaffna exhibition commemorates LTTE commander Colonel Kittu
US lawmakers urge Washington to back Tamil self-determination and genocide investigation
UK government questioned in Parliament on justice for Tamils
Human Rights Watch says international community ‘need to do more’ for accountability in Sri Lanka