Drugs, Money, Politics: Jaffna’s Arrest Exposes a Troubling ConnectionDrugs, Money, Politics
In a recent shocking turn of events in Sri Lanka's Jaffna district, the arrest of a young man with close familial ties to a sitting Member of Parliament has cast…
The Majestic Flamingos of Thatuvan Kotti: A Call to Action
In Kilinochchi's war-affected yet naturally rich landscapes, a natural marvel unfolds each year that remains relatively hidden from the global eye. The region of Thatuvan Kotti, located at Elephant Pass…
Sri Lanka’s Software Sector Faces New Challenges with VAT Implementation
Sri Lanka's recent decision to impose an 18% VAT on locally produced software, effective from April 2023, marks a significant shift from its previous 0% rate.
[Part – 1] Mahathaya’s Saga: Power, Paranoia, and Politics in the LTTE
Mahathaya and Prabhakaran: A Bond Beyond the Battlefield Mahathaya (Gopalaswamy Mahendraraja), Once a prominent figure within the LTTE and seen as the deputy leader and public face of the organization,…
The Mahathaya Chronicle
Dear Readers, Within the complex history of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), the story of Gopalaswamy Mahendraraja, better known as Mahathaya, stands out distinctly. His journey from the…
Kilmisha Yaazhisai: Jaffna’s Melodious Nightingale Conquers Sa Re Ga Ma Pa
In a stunning display of musical talent and cultural resonance, Kilmisha Yaazhisai from Jaffna, Sri Lanka, has made history with her victory in "Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Little Champs…
A Wound Unhealed: 33 Years Sincethe LTTE’s Expulsion of Muslims
Reflecting on my upbringing in Jaffna during the late 1980s, my understanding of our community underwent a profound transformation during a visit to Colombo in 2002. It was at the…
Sri Lanka’s Struggle for Freedom of Expression
The recent incident at the University of Jaffna, where human rights lawyer Swasthika Arulingam was barred from delivering a lecture under threats from pro-LTTE student groups, shines a harsh light…
From Vijitharan to Swastika: The Shifting Tides of Activismat Jaffna University
Swastika Arulingam, a human rights activist and lawyer, encountered significant opposition at the University of Jaffna, thwarting her from engaging in a planned event there. The root of this discord…
Sri Lanka’s Costly Tech Turns Dust Collector in Health Crisis
In the midst of Sri Lanka's economic turmoil, a new fiasco has emerged within its Health Ministry. Officials revealed to a Public Accounts Committee sub-committee that Rs 31.08 million spent…
