A paradise island in the Indian Ocean has become the centre of a complex legal dispute, a battle for control – and a "prison" for stranded migrants. In 2021, Sri Lankan Tamils fleeing ...

He also announced that the elections to the country’s provincial councils and local bodies will be held soon but did not comment on the long-standing demand of the Tamils for a political solution.

Former Trincomalee district MP Rajavarothayam Sampanthan passed away on 30 June 2024 at the age of 91. Former Jaffna district MP Somasundaram ”Maavai” Senathirajah died on 29 January 2025 at the age ...

The story of Jayaram is representative of the plight of the Malaiyaha Tamils (Hill country, up-country or Indian-origin Tamils) in Sri Lanka, whose ancestors were taken as labourers from Tamil ...

Tamil Maanila Congress president criticizes DMK for politicizing National Education Policy, urges practical action for students' benefit.

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin strongly opposes Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's comments on Tamil Nadu's stance against ...

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Friday said mother tongue was not only a language with admirable antiquity; it was a ...

Sri Lanka’s premier political party representing the Tamils of the Northern and Eastern Provinces is the Ilankai Thamil ...

Nearly two decades have passed since the 26-year civil war ended in Sri Lanka. Yet, Muslims displaced from the island nation still face significant challenges in returning to their homes and ...

He cites ancient literature and explains ancient Tamils’ seafaring activities and marine technology. Produced by RaySel. Listen to SBS Tamil at 8pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays on ...