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US submarine sinks Iranian warship; 87 bodies found, 32 sailors rescued by Sri Lankan Navy

An Iranian frigate with an estimated 180 Navy personnel on board was sunk in the Indian Ocean by a US submarine on Wednesday off the coast of Sri Lanka, killing 87 people on board. The Sri Lankan Navy was able to rescue 32 people on board frigate IRIS Dena. The…

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'A few bodies found’: Sri Lankan Navy after Iranian vessel sinks following 'explosion'

The Sri Lankan Navy on Wednesday said it has recovered “a few bodies” from an Iranian frigate that sank off the country’s southern coast following what was described by the crew members as an explosion.

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TN: Rameswaram fishermen on strike after SL Navy arrests 32; Their demands?

Since last January, 18 boats have been seized by the Sri Lankan Navy, and 131 Tamil Nadu fishermen have been arrested. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Several fishermen arrested by Sri Lanka returned to India

A batch of 15 Indian fishermen returned Chennai from Sri Lanka on Thursday evening, officials said. They will now be sent to their respective homes. Read further on Dynamite News:

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India condemns strong protest over firing by Sri Lankan Navy at Indian fishermen

India summoned the Sri Lankan Acting High Commissioner today to lodge a strong protest over firing by the Sri Lankan Navy while apprehending Indian fishermen in which two Indian fishermen were injured. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Five Indian fishermen injured as Sri Lankan Navy opens fire at them, India lodges strong protest

India summoned the acting High Commissioner of Sri Lanka in New Delhi and lodged a strong protest over the firing. Read further on Dynamite News:

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19 Indian fishermen repatriated from Sri Lanka, reach Chennai

As many as 19 fishermen who were released from the custody of Sri Lanka reached Chennai Airport on Wedneday morning. Read further on Dynamite News:

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A bag full of wishes: Ahead of the Lok Sabha polls T.N. voters look for fulfillment of multiple demands

Tamil Nadu's key election issues include Cauvery water, farm profits, power tariffs, AIIMS, NEET, and industrial challenges.

The Hindu

Fish market grinds to a halt as fishermen begin indefinite strike

Fishermen of Karaikal have gone on an indefinite strike from Thursday demanding the release of arrested fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy.

The Hindu

19 fishermen from Tamil Nadu released from Sri Lankan prison arrives in Chennai

A total of 19 fishermen from Tamil Nadu were sent to Chennai in an Air India passenger flight from Sri Lanka's Colombo following their arrest, by the Sri Lankan Navy on March 6 for crossing the border. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Sri Lankan Navy arrests 32 more Indian fishermen, impounds 5 boats

The Sri Lankan Navy personnel on Thursday arrested 32 more Indian fishermen and confiscated five mechanised fishing trawlers in two separate incidents. Read further on Dynamite News:

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32 T.N. fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy for poaching; five trawlers impounded

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 32 Tamil Nadu fishermen, sparking calls for Indian government intervention in ongoing issue.

The Hindu

It is crucial to resume talks with Tamil Nadu counterparts, say northern Sri Lankan fishing community leaders

Amid arrests of Indian fishermen in Sri Lanka, northern fishing community urges governments to resume talks for a solution.

The Hindu

T.N. fishermen to stage agitation in Rameswaram on March 26 over continual arrests by Sri Lankan Navy

Tamil Nadu fishermen in Rameswaram demand Union government intervention to stop arrests by Sri Lankan Navy, seek immediate release of jailed fishermen.

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15 fishermen from Karaikal and Nagapattinam arrested by Sri Lankan Navy

Fifteen fishermen from Karaikal and Nagapattinam arrested by Sri Lankan Navy, highlighting ongoing issue of maritime boundary disputes.

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Find a lasting solution to the fishermen problem, Madras High Court tells Centre

Madras High Court urges Centre to address recurring arrests of Indian fishermen by Sri Lankan Navy.

The Hindu

15 fishermen from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry arrested by Sri Lankan Navy

15 fishermen, including 2 from Karaikal, arrested by Sri Lankan Navy for trespassing while fishing near Neduntheevu.

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Katchatheevu: Island of contention

Tamil Nadu fishermen strike against Sri Lanka arrests, demand Katchatheevu lease, seek resolution before upcoming elections.

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Fishermen delegation to meet T.N. CM Stalin on February 27

Rameswaram fishermen delegation to meet Tamil Nadu CM to address ongoing issues with Sri Lankan Navy, seeking permanent solutions.

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Congress to display black flags to PM Modi on February 28 to protest Centre’s inaction in protecting T.N. fishermen

Coimbatore Congress plans human chain agitation in Pamban against PM Modi's visit to lay ISRO foundation.

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CM seeks PM’s intervention over arrest of fishermen by Sri Lanka

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin urges PM Modi to secure release of Tamil Nadu fishermen detained by Sri Lankan Navy.

The Hindu

India - Sri Lanka fishermen issue | DMK leader R.S. Bharathi slams Union government in Rameswaram

Prime Minister Modi criticized for neglecting Tamil Nadu fishermen, sends aid to Sri Lanka instead; BJP accused of prioritizing politics over people.

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DMK MPs walk out of Lok Sabha over fishermen issue

DMK walks out of Lok Sabha after motion to discuss arrest of fishermen by Sri Lankan Navy is rejected.

The Hindu

Unending woes: On bottom trawling and the arrests of Indian fishermen by Sri Lanka

The Palk Bay continues to remain perilous territory for Indian fishermen

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Sri Lankan Navy apprehends 23 fishermen from Tamil Nadu

A total of 23 Indian fishermen and two boats were apprehended by the Sri Lankan Navy from Rameswaram. Read further on Dynamite News:

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