Sri Lanka: Another 1,898 persons re-settled in Mannar

" In the second phase of the resettlement process by the government 442 families numbering 1,898 persons were resettled in Musali Divisional Secretariat Division in Mannar District last Friday, Aug. 21. ...

Fishing in full swing in Jaffna, Mannar

With the end of LTTE militancy in north and east Sri Lanka, the restrictions on fishing in Northern seas have been lifted. " Following the lifting of all restrictions on fishing, the industry is now gathering...

Restrictions on fishing lifted

"Restrictions on fishing lifted   The government has lifted fishing restrictions imposed on fishermen in the north. "The restrictions placed on fishermen venturing out to sea from...

UNHCR launches IDP return support in Northern Sri Lanka

The first Government organised return movement to Musali in Mannar district marks the start of IDP return in Northern Sri Lanka."UNHCR launches IDP return support ...

Sangaree tells TNA MPs Resign or save Tamils trapped in Vanni

" TULF leader V. Anandasangaree yesterday called upon the 22 TNA Parliamentarians to vacate their seats or save the innocent Tamils trapped in Vanni under the gun point of...

ICRC: Hospitals in northern Sri Lanka face increasing challenges

ICRC Operational update on Sri Lanka (17-04-2008).The limited number of staff available to care for routine cases alongside war casualties has become a critical issue for several hospitals in northern Sri Lanka. In addition, the lack of regular deliveries of supplies from the...

Sri Lanka army claims more gains

The Sri Lankan government is making headway in its operation against the Tamil Tigers (this group always sounds like a sports team to me)." ...

Dozens Die in Sri Lanka Fighting

After withdrawing from a truce last month, violent conflict continues between Sri Lankan government soldiers and the Tamil Tigers rebel group."Heavy fighting in northern Sri Lanka has left at least 10 government...

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