British Tamil arrested under PTA released after Sri Lankan court finds no evidence

Tamil Affairs Dec 17
Despite allegations that he had raised funds for the LTTE, investigations revealed money he sent was solely to support his parents.
Sri Lankan Prime Minister hits back at media after China-Taiwan ‘gaffe’
Tamil Affairs Dec 17
Amarasuriya mistakenly thanked Taiwan during a ceremony attended by the Chinese Ambassador, Qi Zhenhong.
UK unlawfully detained Tamils on Diego Garcia, Judge finds
Tamil Affairs Dec 17
The Tamil asylum seekers, including 16 children, were housed in military tents in the fenced camps.
Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Defence tightens control over NGOs
Tamil Affairs Dec 17
All local and foreign non-governmental organisations (NGOs) will see closer scrutiny by the Ministry of Defence.
Sri Lankan government data shows scores still held under PTA
Tamil Affairs Dec 17
At least 30 individuals remain in remand under the much-criticised Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA).
M.K. Stalin urges for the release of Tamil Nadu fishermen
Tamil Affairs Dec 17
MK. Stalin

Following a diplomatic meeting between Sri Lanka’s President, Anura Kumaran Dissanayake, and India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister, M.K. Stalin has urged the Sri Lankan premier to release “Tamil Nadu fishermen detained by the Sri Lankan Navy”.

Indian PM Modi hosts Sri Lankan president in New Delhi
Tamil Affairs Dec 16
Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi this week.
Australian MP calls for January to be declared Tamil Heritage Month
Tamil Affairs Dec 16
Andrew Charlton said it was an opportunity to "honour Tamil contributions and ensure the ongoing vibrancy of the Tamil community".
AC Milan to visit Jaffna in January 2025
Tamil Affairs Dec 16
AC Milan, one of the most iconic football clubs in the world, will run a junior camp in Jaffna next month.
Tamil protests halt another sand mining attempt in Mullaitivu
Tamil Affairs Dec 16
An attempt by a private company to begin mineral sand mining has been halted after protests.
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