Lawyers from the Mullaitivu Bar Association are continuing their strike for the second consecutive day, demanding justice for Judge T. Saravanarajah, who resigned from all his positions due to death threats linked to his verdicts in the Kurunthurmalai archaeology case.

In a demonstration of concern and solidarity, protestors in Kilinochchi gathered to demand independence for the judiciary and condemn political interference that led to the resignation of Mullaitivu Magistrate Court Judge T. Saravanaraja.

On 30th September 2023, members of the Tamil art scene in Toronto congregated at the Harbourfront Centre to celebrate and support Tamil literary talent. Event host Nedra Rodrigo opened the event with a sit down conversation featuring Priya Guns (author of 'Your Driver is Waiting') and Akil Kumarasamy (author of 'Meet Us by the Roaring Sea'). Rodrigo discussed topics ranging from the writers' writing processes to their motivations when writing. 

Twenty-two women from Tamil Eelam and Iran are embarking on a 600-kilometre journey from Melbourne to Canberra, raising their voices for the rights of asylum seekers and demanding permanent protection visas.

On a work trip in Sri Lanka. The navy and Ministry of Defence at Mulangavil is restricting my movement as a photojournalist to visit the Island Iranaithivu. Obtained documentation to access island and legally work in Sri Lanka. The navy also advised me to not tweet.

Amidst ongoing struggles, Mariyasuresh Eswari highlights threats to Tamils' lives and the departure of Judge T. Saravanarajah.

In a statement following a protest in Mullaitivu, Mariyasuresh Eswari, the president of the Mullaitivu Association of Families of Disappeared, asserted that the departure of Judge T. Saravanarajah exemplifies the unsettling reality that Tamils are being buried in their own land.

MP M A Sumanthiran, speaking at a water project event in the Mulliyawalai area of Mullaitivu, declared that no one could deny the immense pressure faced by the former Mullaitivu district judge T Saravanarajah, who recently left the country, citing threats to his life and undue pressure.

Tamil families of the disappeared continue their struggle for justice.

On International Children's Day, Tamils across the North-East intensified their call for justice as families of the disappeared joined protests in both Mullaitivu and Vavuniya. The coordinated demonstrations sought answers regarding the fate of disappeared children, raising concerns about threats against Tamil officials in the island.

In a move that has raised eyebrows and drawn criticism, Sri Lanka's Ministry of Public Security has proposed a new Online Safety Bill, aiming to regulate online communication. The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) has expressed deep concern over the potential implications of this legislation, asserting that it could significantly curtail freedom of expression and further constrict the already limited civic space on the island.

In a move to address the unfolding controversy surrounding the resignation of Mullaitivu District Judge T. Saravanarajah, President Ranil Wickremesinghe, currently in Berlin, has instructed his Secretary, Saman Ekanayake, to launch an investigation into the matter. The judge, who presided over the controversial Kurunthurmalai temple case, cited receiving death threats as the primary reason for stepping down from his position and fleeing the country.

St Andrews woman, Kayleigh Fraser, remains stranded in Sri Lanka for over a year as she fears persecution under oppressive laws.