TN Assembly passes resolution seeking imposition of economic sanctions against Sri Lanka

Chennai, June 8, 2011

PTI A file picture of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa. Photo: PTI

Tamil Nadu Assembly today adopted a unanimous resolution seeking imposition of economic sanctions against Sri Lanka by India on issues concerning Tamils in the island nation, including alleged human rights violations.

The resolution moved by Chief Minister Jayalalithaa also wanted India to press the United Nations to declare as “war criminals” those who committed alleged crimes during the conflict in Sri Lanka. 

Ms. Jayalalithaa said only economic sanctions would “rein in” Sri Lanka, which she said, “did not heed the global opinion when it came to the Tamils issue”.     Full Story>>>
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08-June-2011

SRI LANKA: Fallout from the Indian State Elections 

Guest Column: Dr Kumar David 

The immediate thought is that the Jayalalitha factor will have serious implications for Sri Lanka in the coming period, but true as this is, one should not overlook two other matters which though more gradual will also deeply impact social and political evolution in the Island. I refer to the debacle of the communist led left alliance in West Bengal and the good showing of leaders, of whatever party, with a reputation for moral and financial rectitude. This paper will pay greater attention to the latter two factors; the impact of Jayalalitha’s victory is too obvious to need extensive comment. It will also place developments in the context of a sudden upsurge of working class militancy in Lanka in recent weeks.        Full Story>>>