Sri Lankan Navy arrests 56 Tamil fishermen in two days

Last Updated: Sunday, April 7, 2013, 00:55

At least 56 Tamil fishermen have been arrested and their boats seized by Sri Lankan Naval personnel on charges of fishing in the island nation`s international maritime boundary in 48 hours, officials said on Saturday.

Govt to protect interest of Tamil fishermen: Antony

Last Updated: Wednesday, March 6, 2013, 16:08

The government today said it is aware of the situation and will take up the matter with the island nation to protect the interest of Tamil fishermen.

GPS gadgets on boats to help Tamil fishermen

Last Updated: Tuesday, January 8, 2013, 19:04

Against the backdrop of the recent attacks on Tamil Nadu fishermen allegedly by Sri Lankan Navy, GPS equipment is being fitted on boats to help them in navigation.