Protest Held in Kilinochchi Against Proposed NGO Legislation and Reforms
A protest drawing attention to concerns over proposed legislation and reforms affecting non-governmental organisations (NGOs) was held in front of...
Year: 2026
Major International Conference on Justice for the Disappeared Begins in Jaffna
A major international conference titled “The Long Walk for Justice” has commenced at the Thanthai Chelva Auditorium in Jaffna, marking...
“If the Previous Government Was Wrong, Why Continue Its Projects?” – Poonakary Wind Farm Opposition Group Questions Government
A representative of the people’s movement opposing the proposed wind power project in Poonakary has questioned why the current government...
Australian High Commissioner Meets Shanakiyan Rasamanickam to Discuss Eastern Province Priorities and Reconciliation
Australia’s High Commissioner to Sri Lanka His Excellency Matthew Duckworth recently held discussions with Parliamentarian Shanakiyan Rasamanickam on the priorities...
Attempt to Set Up Secret Monitoring Tower at Erumai Island Halted After Residents Intervene
An alleged attempt to secretly establish a monitoring tower near the coastal boundary of Erumai Island in the Poonakary–Kranji area...
Northern and Eastern Communities Unite to Reclaim Lost Lands
Representatives of landowners and affected communities from seven districts in Sri Lanka’s Northern and Eastern Provinces held a joint discussion...
Northern Province Played a Pioneering Role in Shaping Primary Education, Says Former Chief Secretary
Jaffna: The Northern Province has played a pioneering role in shaping and developing primary education, former Northern Province Chief Secretary...
A Young Girl’s Dream Takes Flight: An Unforgettable Day for 12-Year-Old Sarunya from Jaffna
A beautiful and heartwarming moment unfolded at Bandaranaike International Airport when a young girl from Jaffna saw one of her...
Homes Can Now Be Built on Released Agricultural Lands in Valikamam North – Minister Chandrasekaran
The government has granted permission for residents to construct houses on privately owned lands in the Valikamam North resettlement area...
Government Will Decide Jaffna Airport and Port Development Priorities – Minister Bimal Ratnayake
Sri Lanka’s government will make the final decision on what development projects should be carried out and when, even if...
Missing Persons Issue Not Limited to North – Justice Minister
Justice Minister Pledges to Uncover Chemmani Truth The issue of enforced disappearances is not limited to Sri Lanka’s Northern Province...
19 Passengers Detained Over Alleged Gold Smuggling at KKS Port Jaffna
Sri Lanka Customs officials have detained 19 passengers at the Kankesanthurai (KKS) Harbour on suspicion of attempting to smuggle gold...
Northern Province to Regulate High-Intensity Lights and Fireworks at Festivals
The Northern Province has decided to introduce regulations through local authorities to control the use of high-intensity lighting, fireworks and...
23,352 Missing Persons Complaints, 31 Traced: OMP Reveals Latest Figures
A total of 23,352 complaints have been received by Sri Lanka’s Office on Missing Persons (OMP), while preliminary inquiries have...
Rs. 60.1 Million Allocated for Chemmani Mass Grave Excavation, Including Bone Analysis
A total of Rs. 60.11 million (Rs. 60,109,800) has been allocated for the excavation and related forensic work at the...
UK Police Appeal for Information on 24-Year-Old Tamil Youth
British police are appealing to the public for information regarding 24-year-old Sindhujan Balandhran, who is currently wanted by police in...
Sumanthiran Meets Former Cadres in Kilinochchi
A discussion on the current social, economic and political situation of former cadres was held in Kilinochchi, with the participation...
Release Our Lands, North-East Groups Urge PM
A petition calling for the speedy release of lands belonging to civilians that remain under the control of the security...
385 People Seek Treatment for Eye Injuries After Excessive Lighting at Jaffna Temple Festival
Around 385 people have reportedly suffered eye-related problems following the use of excessive fireworks and high-intensity Chinese-made decorative lights during...
Healthy Food, Healthy Life Awareness Walk Held in Kilinochchi
A special awareness walk promoting nutritious food and a healthy lifestyle for children was held in Kilinochchi on Friday evening,...
