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Canadian Dairy Success on U.S. Soil as Some American Farmers Voice Frustration over Trump’s Trade WarQuebec teenager Alyson Doiron and her cow Ella win honours at World Dairy Expo amid Canada-U.S. trade tensions and concerns voiced by some American farmers.
9,105 children and young people arrested over drug-related allegations in approximately one year – Sri Lanka PoliceSri Lanka Police report 9,105 arrests of people aged eight to 21 in connection with drug-related allegations. An arrest does not mean a person has been convicted.
‘Buy Canadian’ Movement Remains Strong After 19 MonthsAbacus Data finds that 77% of Canadians intend to avoid American products, while the share reporting buying more Canadian goods has risen to 61%.Advertisement
Trincomalee 1983–1990: Violence, Accountability, the Mothers’ Protest and Refugee DeparturesA documentary compilation on Trincomalee, 1983–1990, distinguishing recorded action, allegations and a refugee-departure reference awaiting verification.
Tamil Nadu Launches ‘Vetri Payanam’ Today: Fare-Free Travel for Women on 12,692 Government BusesFrom 2 October, Tamil Nadu expands fare-free travel for women to 12,692 government buses.
Peradeniya–Gampola Train Services Resume After 11 MonthsServices disrupted by Cyclone Ditwah have resumed between Peradeniya and Gampola after approximately 11 months, following repairs to 103 damaged locations on the Rambukkana–Gampola track.
Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnite and Steam: Australian eSafety Report Finds Gaps in Child SafetyAn eSafety report identifies gaps in age assurance, chat monitoring and the detection of harmful content across major online gaming services.
Eelam Tamil Footprints in World SportFrom Melbourne's youth football to the FIFA World Cup and Germany's FC Ingolstadt: introducing Nishan Velupillay in the first instalment of our series.
Canadian Astronaut Joshua Kutryk Set to Launch for Space Station TodayThe Crew-13 astronauts are aboard Dragon with its hatch closed. Liftoff is targeted for 11:10 a.m. EDT, subject to weather and final checks.
West Coast Oil Pipeline: Major Fort McMurray Announcement Scheduled TodayCarney and Smith are due to announce the next step for a proposed Alberta-to-B.C. oil pipeline today. The outcome has not yet been officially confirmed.
Nigeria’s 66th Independence Day: Nationwide Public Holiday TodayNigeria marks 66 years of independence today. October 1 has been declared a public holiday, with a presidential address and other commemorative events scheduled.
Morocco’s First Woman Prime Minister: Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri AppointedFollowing PAM’s election victory, King Mohammed VI has appointed Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as Head of Government and tasked her with forming a coalition government.
Inactive Ration Cards: Union Government Directive and Tamil Nadu’s e-KYC ClarificationReports differ on Tamil Nadu’s implementation of the directive on unused PHH/AAY cards. The State says supplies must not be denied solely because e-KYC is incomplete.
Paperless CusDec Process Becomes Mandatory at Sri Lanka Customs from TodayFrom October 1, CusDecs and supporting documents submitted through the Colombo Long Room must be filed electronically using valid digital signatures.
More Than 2,500 Doctors Have Left Sri Lanka: GMOA Calls for Reduced Tax BurdenThe GMOA says more than 2,500 doctors have left since 2021–2022 and calls for greater tax relief for professionals.
Canada Observes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Today: September 30 Remembers the Painful History of Residential SchoolsCommemorations across Canada honour residential school survivors, their families and the children who never returned home on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Which Country Has the Highest Quality of Life in the World? Iceland or the Netherlands? What the Indices Really SayA feature article explaining the different measures used by UNDP’s Human Development Index, Numbeo’s Quality of Life Index and the OECD Better Life Index.
Dharapuram By-Election Campaign Intensifies: Chief Minister Vijay Campaigns Today; Over 3,000 Police DeployedChief Minister Vijay campaigns for TVK candidate P. Sathyabama in Dharapuram on September 30, with more than 3,000 police personnel deployed for security.
Lalith–Kugan Disappearance Case: Gotabaya Rajapaksa Testifies by Video Link Nearly 15 Years LaterGotabaya Rajapaksa gave evidence by video link on September 29 in the case concerning the disappearance of Lalith Kumar Weeraraj and Kugan Muruganandan.
Introduction and Background | 1948–1956: From the Loss of Citizenship to the Language Rights Satyagraha – The Early Years of Ceylon Tamils’ Nonviolent StruggleThe early history of nonviolent Tamil politics, from the loss of Hill Country Tamil citizenship to the 1956 Galle Face satyagraha.
Colombo Metro Bus Service Expands to Five More Routes, Bringing Network to SevenThe Metro bus service in Colombo and its suburbs has expanded to five more routes, bringing the network to seven main routes.
India Sends Three Tonnes of Anti-Tuberculosis Medicines to Sri Lanka in Public Health SupportIndia has sent around three tonnes of anti-tuberculosis medicines to Sri Lanka in support of the country's public health sector.
The Veeramani Case: Questions Raised by Power, Political Friendships and Police Action!The case involving allegations against R. Veeramani raises questions about business influence, political connections and police action.
The Politics of ‘Removing the Tiger’ and the Politics of ‘Erasing Memory’Parani Krishnarajani’s opinion article on memory, justice, national identity and historical rights.
Netanyahu Makes Unannounced Abu Dhabi Visit to Meet UAE PresidentThe two leaders met on September 27, AP reported, amid a dispute over a reported warning before the October 7, 2023 attacks.
Russian Air Attacks Across Ukraine Leave Civilians Dead and Injured in Kyiv, Kharkiv and Other AreasAttacks on September 27–28 affected civilians in Kyiv, Kharkiv and other areas, including a strike on a National Academy of Sciences building in central Kyiv.
Alberta to Vote on Ten Referendum Questions on October 19Albertans will consider ten questions about immigration, constitutional powers and the province’s future relationship with Canada on October 19.
U.S. Import Bans on Certain Canadian Alcohol, Whey Products and Large Motorcycles Begin September 29U.S. restrictions on listed Canadian alcoholic beverages, selected whey products and motorcycles over 800 cc are set to begin at 12:01 a.m. Eastern on September 29.
Tamil Nadu to Launch One-Gram Gold Ring Scheme for Babies Born in Government HospitalsChief Minister C. Joseph Vijay is scheduled to launch the scheme in Madurai on September 28. Eligible babies born in government facilities since June 22 are included.
Navy Seizes About 81 kg of Narcotics Worth Over Rs. 1.5 Billion off Mathagal, JaffnaThe Sri Lanka Navy says it seized about 45.5 kg of ice and 35.7 kg of heroin near Kusumanthurai, and handed over a suspect and a dinghy to police.
Building Canada Strong Bill: Faster Approvals for Major Projects?Bill C-39 proposes to coordinate and speed up federal reviews and authorizations for major projects, renewing debate over environmental safeguards and Indigenous rights.
How Can Thileepan Be Called a Terrorist?An editorial asking what legal and historical basis is being used to describe Thileepan as a terrorist after the removal of his statue in Nallur, in light of the 1987 Indo–Sri Lanka Accord and his final hunger strike.
Families Await News of 85 Tamil Nadu Pilgrims After Nepal FloodsA month after the August 26 floods near the Nepal–China border, families are seeking confirmed information about 85 Tamil Nadu pilgrims who could not be contacted.
Quebec Provincial Election: Advance Voting on September 27 and 28Ahead of the October 5 election, advance polls are open September 27 and 28 from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on both days.
Peel Region Begins Medical Drone Pilot Near Bolton for Time-Critical EmergenciesPeel paramedics' pilot could deliver emergency medical supplies to qualifying 911 calls within about 3.7 kilometres of the Bolton Paramedic Satellite Station.
Pune Trust Plans to Conserve and Restore 10 Ancient Temples in Tamil NaduA Pune-based charitable trust plans to conserve 10 ancient temples in Tamil Nadu, with about ₹20 crore proposed for three temples in the first phase.
Thileepan’s 39th Remembrance in Nallur Draws HundredsHundreds of people gathered in Nallur, Jaffna, on September 26 to take part in remembrance events marking the 39th anniversary of Thileepan’s death.
The 1956 Language-Rights Protest and Violence Against Tamils!An article recording Tamil nonviolent protests at Galle Face, Jaffna, Trincomalee and Batticaloa, and the violence that followed the introduction of the Sinhala Only Bill in 1956.
Madurantakam By-Election: Chief Minister Vijay Campaigns for TVK Candidate Maragatham KumaravelAhead of the October 6 by-election in the Madurantakam Assembly constituency, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam leader C. Joseph Vijay campaigned on September 25 for TVK candidate K. Maragatham
Karnataka Directed to Ensure 4,000 Cusecs of Cauvery Water for Tamil Nadu Daily for 15 DaysThe Cauvery Water Management Authority has directed Karnataka to ensure a flow of 4,000 cusecs of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu every day for 15 consecutive days from September
Electronic Vehicle Revenue Licence Service Temporarily Suspended in Eight ProvincesThe eRL 2.0 service for issuing electronic vehicle revenue licences has been temporarily suspended from September 25 in Sri Lanka’s eight provinces other than the Western
Sri Lanka’s 22nd Constitutional Amendment Passes Parliament with a Special MajoritySri Lanka’s 22nd Constitutional Amendment Bill was passed by a special majority in Parliament on September
Jaffna University Students Hold Symbolic Fast Ahead of Thileepan’s 39th RemembranceTo mark the 39th anniversary of Thileepan’s death, the University of Jaffna Students’ Union organised a symbolic fast on September 25 outside the
Thileepan’s Death After His Hunger Strike and the Indian Congress Government’s Response!September 1987 remains an unforgettable period in the history of the Eelam Tamil liberation
Madurantakam By-Election: Edappadi Palaniswami Campaigns for AIADMK Candidate Kanitha Sampath!Ahead of the October 6 Madurantakam Assembly constituency by-election, AIADMK general secretary and former Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami began campaigning on September 24 in support of the party’s candidate, Kanitha
Sri Lanka’s Economy Grows, but Risks Persist — IMF!Sri Lanka’s economy continues to advance along the path of recovery despite successive external shocks, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said. An IMF team that visited Sri Lanka from September 10 to 23 held discussions
Opposition Protest Near Parliament Against the 22nd Constitutional Amendment!A protest against the Sri Lankan government’s proposed 22nd Constitutional Amendment Bill was held today, September 24, at the Polduwa Junction in Battaramulla, Colombo, led by the main opposition party, the Samagi Jana
Clemency Petition for Sri Lankan Sentenced to Death in Saudi Arabia to Be Sent to the President!A clemency petition calling for measures to protect the life of Sivarasa Anojan, a Sri Lankan citizen sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia, has been handed to Northern Province Governor N.
New Regulations Planned for Borewells to Protect Groundwater in Jaffna!Measures are to be taken to bring the construction of borewells in the Jaffna Peninsula under a proper regulatory framework, with the aim of protecting groundwater
Who Are You to Deny Our Identity as Eelam Tamils?When Canadian actress Maitreyi Ramakrishnan spoke in an interview about her roots and her identity as an Eelam Tamil woman, she
1987 – The Attack on the Pannai Viduthi Mini Camp in JaffnaIn the early part of 1987, when the Jaffna Peninsula had no other movements and was entirely a territory under the Tigers'
A 24-Hour Technology Competition in Chennai to Advance Tamil in the Digital World!A 24-hour technology competition began on September 23 at the Central Institute of Classical Tamil in Chennai, with the aim of bringing together the Tamil language and modern
Madurantakam and Dharapuram by-elections: polling on October 6The Election Commission has announced by-election dates for two Tamil Nadu Assembly constituencies, Madurantakam and Dharapuram. Polling is scheduled for October 6, with votes to be counted and results declared on October
The Killing of Das and the Punishment of Sri SabaratnamIn 1983, the Indian military trained the Tamil Eelam Liberation Organization, or TELO, in UttarNo recent stories in this category. Browse the documents Documents →
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