Tag: Sri Lankan Navy

Congress MP Manickam Tagore Moves Adjournment Motion in Lok Sabha Over Arrest of 14 Fishermen by Sri Lankan Navy

He further demanded that the Centre urgently press Sri Lanka for the release of the 14 detained fishermen and their boats, while taking steps to prevent such incidents in the future.

February 10, 2025

Sri Lanka repatriates 21 Indian fishermen

Earlier on December 8, the Sri Lankan Navy had apprehended eight Indian fishermen and captured two boats off the coast of Ramanathapuram.

December 10, 2024

Sri Lankan Navy apprehends eight Indian fishermen, captures two boats off the coast of Ramanathapuram

The arrests of Indian fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy have been a concerning issue for both the Tamil Nadu government as well as the BJP-led central government.

December 8, 2024

19 Indian fishermen repatriated from Sri Lanka, reach Chennai

The Sri Lankan Navy arrested a total of 21 fishermen who hailed from Ramanathapuram and surrounding areas for fishing in Sri Lankan waters.

April 10, 2024

SL Navy arrests 10 TN fishermen for crossing into its waters

Of the ten arrested, nine are from Nagapattinam while one is from Savadikuppam in Myladuthurai.

January 17, 2024