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Remembering Sivaram - 20 years since the killing of leading Tamil journalist
Today marks the 20th anniversary since the abduction and murder of Tamil journalist Dharmeratnam Sivaram. Sivaram, popularly known under his nom-de-plume Taraki, was abducted in front of Bambalipitiya police station in Colombo on April 28 and was found dead several hours later in a high security zone in Sri Lanka's capital, which at the time had a heavy police and military presence due to the…

Remembering Bala Anna 18 years on

Dec 14, 2024
Today marks 18 years since the passing of the chief negotiator and political strategist of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), Anton Balasingham. 

Sri Lanka's speaker resigns over allegations of fake doctorate

Dec 13, 2024
Asoka Ranwala has tendered his resignation amidst controversy regarding his academic qualifications.

Adani's Colombo port project is of 'high importance' says Sri Lanka

Dec 13, 2024

Sri Lanka has reaffirmed it would continue with the Adani Group's proposed Colombo port project, despite recent challenges including US charges against the conglomerate's founder and sudden changes to the financing arrangements.

SLPP cries foul over removal of Rajapaksa security, says LTTE ideology poses threat

Dec 13, 2024
At least 116 security personnel from Rajapaksa’s security detail have reportedly been withdrawn.

More delays as Kokkuthoduvai mass grave case adjourned to February 2025

Dec 13, 2024
It has been more than a year after a set of skeletons presumed to be those of LTTE fighters were unearthed.

Tamil prisoner dies while being transported to Jaffna court

Dec 13, 2024
40-year-old Ratnasingam Chandrakumar died whilst being transported to the Jaffna Magistrate’s Court.

ECDO calls for immediate suspension of PTA on Human Rights Day

Dec 13, 2024
ECDO urged the President of Sri Lanka to immediately suspend the controversial Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA).

Tamil Refugee Council holds awareness event on Tamil genocide on Human Rights Day

Dec 13, 2024
Advocates, allies, and community members committed themselves to securing justice for Eelam Tamils.

'A new constitution is needed to resolve ethnic issue' - ITAK MP Sathiyalingam

Dec 13, 2024
Tamil political parties must adopt a unified approach to press for a new constititution, said Dr P Sathiyalingam.

US Peace Corps returns to Sri Lanka amid growing military ties

Dec 12, 2024
19 volunteers were sworn in, the second cohort of volunteers to return to Sri Lanka since the program’s relaunch in 2023.
Remembering Bala Anna 18 years on
Sri Lanka's speaker resigns over allegations of fake doctorate
Adani's Colombo port project is of 'high importance' says Sri Lanka
SLPP cries foul over removal of Rajapaksa security, says LTTE ideology poses threat
More delays as Kokkuthoduvai mass grave case adjourned to February 2025
Tamil prisoner dies while being transported to Jaffna court
ECDO calls for immediate suspension of PTA on Human Rights Day
Tamil Refugee Council holds awareness event on Tamil genocide on Human Rights Day
'A new constitution is needed to resolve ethnic issue' - ITAK MP Sathiyalingam
US Peace Corps returns to Sri Lanka amid growing military ties
Remembering Bala Anna 18 years on
Sri Lanka's speaker resigns over allegations of fake doctorate
Adani's Colombo port project is of 'high importance' says Sri Lanka
SLPP cries foul over removal of Rajapaksa security, says LTTE ideology poses threat
More delays as Kokkuthoduvai mass grave case adjourned to February 2025
Tamil prisoner dies while being transported to Jaffna court
ECDO calls for immediate suspension of PTA on Human Rights Day
Tamil Refugee Council holds awareness event on Tamil genocide on Human Rights Day
'A new constitution is needed to resolve ethnic issue' - ITAK MP Sathiyalingam
US Peace Corps returns to Sri Lanka amid growing military ties