News for 'Tamil Tigers'

HIL: Jugraj hits hat-trick in Bengal Tigers' win over TN Dragons

HIL: Jugraj hits hat-trick in Bengal Tigers' win over TN Dragons

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Though the second quarter was goalless with Dragons trying their best to equalise with Uttam Singh leading the charge, there was not much they could gain from the attempts.

Sri Lanka fails to address sexual violence against Tamil civilians: UN

Sri Lanka fails to address sexual violence against Tamil civilians: UN

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

A UN report highlights the lack of justice for Tamil civilians who experienced sexual violence during Sri Lanka's civil war, primarily by security forces.

Taming the Tamil Tigers

Taming the Tamil Tigers

Rediff.com1 Jun 2006

The Man The LTTE Couldn't Kill

The Man The LTTE Couldn't Kill

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

The Tigers refused to forgive Douglas Devananda and tried to assassinate him repeatedly. He later said: "(LTTE chief Velupillai) Prabhakaran cannot kill me." Destiny proved him right.

SL: Tamil Tigers to peace talks

SL: Tamil Tigers to peace talks

Rediff.com19 Aug 2005

Tamil Tigers agree to peace talks with Sri Lankan government

Tamil Tigers end talks boycott

Tamil Tigers end talks boycott

Rediff.com1 Nov 2003

Rebels unveil plan in Colombo

Kerala HC grants bail to suspected LTTE member over delayed trial

Kerala HC grants bail to suspected LTTE member over delayed trial

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Kerala High Court granted bail to a Sri Lankan refugee suspected of being an LTTE member in a UAPA case, citing prolonged judicial custody without trial commencement.

Tamil Tiger arrested in Australia

Tamil Tiger arrested in Australia

Rediff.com10 Jul 2007

Forty one-year-old Arumugam Rajeevan has been charged with being a member of a terrorist organisation, providing support or resources to a terrorist outfit and making an asset available to a proscribed entity.

Supriya Sahu, Champion of the Earth

Supriya Sahu, Champion of the Earth

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

'We should learn from the wild world on how they live harmoniously.'

Ranji Trophy Final: Don't Take Jammu And Kashmir Lightly: Former Captain Vinay Kumar Warns Karnataka

Ranji Trophy Final: Don't Take Jammu And Kashmir Lightly: Former Captain Vinay Kumar Warns Karnataka

Rediff.com6 days ago

Former India pacer R Vinay Kumar said the enviable batting riches in their line-up will give Karnataka a huge upper hand over maiden entrants Jammu and Kashmir in the Ranji Trophy final.

After Decades IPKF Set For Overdue Official Honour

After Decades IPKF Set For Overdue Official Honour

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

'Why are IPKF martyrs not being officially recognised and appropriately honoured? And is the government really changing its mind on this now?', asks Aditi Phadnis.

Norway envoys hold talks with Tamil Tigers

Norway envoys hold talks with Tamil Tigers

Rediff.com17 Aug 2005

Sri Lanka's peace broker Norway on Wednesday held a crucial meeting with a top rebel negotiator in London. \n

US rights body urges Sri Lanka to prosecute war crime perpetrators

US rights body urges Sri Lanka to prosecute war crime perpetrators

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Human Rights Watch urges Sri Lanka to prosecute perpetrators of war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during the civil war, citing a UN report on sexual violence against Tamil civilians.

2 policemen shot by suspected Tamil Tigers

2 policemen shot by suspected Tamil Tigers

Rediff.com17 Aug 2005

Suspected Tamil Tiger rebels shot and wounded 2 policemen on Wednesday in northern Sri Lanka, the military said.\n\n

UK: Police arrest 3 for funding Tamil Tigers

UK: Police arrest 3 for funding Tamil Tigers

Rediff.com30 Apr 2008

The counter-terrorism investigation team in London and Wales has arrested three men for allegedly funding the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam in Sri Lanka. The arrests were made in connection with allegations that money, equipment and weapon manuals had been stock-piled for use by the Tamil Tigers separatists. All three men were arrested on suspicion of the commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism and have been transferred to a high security jail.

Tamil tigers keen to mend fences with India

Tamil tigers keen to mend fences with India

Rediff.com2 Aug 2003

V Balakumaran, a senior leader of the political wing of the LTTE, said India should come forward to improve the relationship with a sincere heart.

HIL Mini Auction: Bengal Tigers Snap Up 14YO Kushwaha!

HIL Mini Auction: Bengal Tigers Snap Up 14YO Kushwaha!

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Liam Henderson emerged as the costliest player at the Hero Hockey India League (HIL) men's mini auction on Thursday with Vedanta Kalinga Lancers securing the services of the Australian defender for Rs 42 lakh (Rs 4.2 million)

63 Tamil Tigers killed in clashes in Sri Lanka

63 Tamil Tigers killed in clashes in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com28 Jan 2008

At least 63 LTTE militants and three security forces personnel were killed in raging ground battles since weekend while Tamil Tiger rebels on Monday shelled a main Sri Lankan military air base linking the country to the embattled north.

11 Unique Stays For 2026

11 Unique Stays For 2026

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Stay somewhere that's as memorable as your destination, and India's got plenty of surprises!

Mark Tully Was India's Voice To The World

Mark Tully Was India's Voice To The World

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

'Mark had such a profound understanding of India, which was, of course, the land of his birth as well as of his death... He loved India, and lived two-thirds of his life here.'

Sri Lanka: 41 Tamil Tigers killed in fresh violenc

Sri Lanka: 41 Tamil Tigers killed in fresh violenc

Rediff.com3 Dec 2007

Thirty-five Tiger rebels were killed in clashes with the army in Mannar, while two other rebels were killed in Jaffna when they attempted to breach a security forces' defence line.

The 2026 Movie Line-Up

The 2026 Movie Line-Up

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

2026 is all set to be big, when it comes to movie releases from Bollywood as well as pan-India releases from Tamil and Telugu cinema.

Taming the Tamil Tigers

Taming the Tamil Tigers

Rediff.com12 Jun 2003

Lankan army clears 4 km stretch of Tamil Tigers

Lankan army clears 4 km stretch of Tamil Tigers

Rediff.com24 Oct 2008

Continuing the momentum of its offensive, Sri Lankan troops on Friday captured another 4 km stretch and closed on to the Tamil Tigers stronghold of Kilinochchi as it also beat back a group of insurgents who tried to infiltrate one of its defence lines

'I Didn't Want To Do Bigg Boss, But...'

'I Didn't Want To Do Bigg Boss, But...'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

JioStar's SouthUnbound event served as the launchpad for several new original projects on the streaming platform.

Tamil Tigers fighting a defensive battle

Tamil Tigers fighting a defensive battle

Rediff.com10 Sep 2008

For the Lankan army, there are two questions involved -- defeating the LTTE conventionally, and destroying its capability for continuing its struggle for Tamil Eelam through acts of terrorism. The achievement of both these objectives will depend upon a critical weakening of the morale and motivation of the LTTE officers and cadres, leading to increasing desertions and splits in the organisation

52 Tamil Tigers killed in Lankan violence

52 Tamil Tigers killed in Lankan violence

Rediff.com15 Oct 2008

At least 52 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam cadres and five soldiers were killed as heavy fighting raged today for control of the key Northern Sri Lankan city of Killinochchi, with government forces pressing fighter aircraft to pound Tiger bunkers on the outskirts

42 Tamil Tigers killed in Sri Lanka

42 Tamil Tigers killed in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com3 Jul 2008

At least 42 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam cadres and one soldier were killed in running gun battles between the rebels and security forces in the embattled Northern Sri Lanka, the army said on Thursday

'Dhurandhar Dekh Ke Hosh Udd Jayenge'

'Dhurandhar Dekh Ke Hosh Udd Jayenge'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Ranveer Singh and team unleashed the fierce and ferocious trailer of the action drama, which marks Director Aditya Dhar's return six years after his 2019 blockbuster Uri: The Surgical Strike.

The Film That Topped The Box Office

The Film That Topped The Box Office

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

They Call Him OG topped the gross domestic box office collection with Rs 224 crore (Rs 2.24 billion).

Samson added to Ranji squad for Maha game

Samson added to Ranji squad for Maha game

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Kerala will have a new captain in Mohammed Azharuddeen.

Lankan army kills scores of Tamil Tigers

Lankan army kills scores of Tamil Tigers

Rediff.com25 Nov 2008

Stepping up the momentum of their advance to capture the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam stronghold of Kilinochchi, the Lankan troops on Tuesday claimed to have killed scores of rebels after smashing through a string of LTTE bunkers. Government troops of the 53 Division, advancing from Kilaly village near Jaffna, carried out the ambush in the morning, a defence ministry official said

Why are tigers in Maharashtra dying?

Why are tigers in Maharashtra dying?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

'The true measure of Project Tiger's success is not just rising tiger numbers, but our ability to ensure harmonious human-wildlife coexistence'

Bengal Tigers to meet Hyderabad Toofans in HIL final

Bengal Tigers to meet Hyderabad Toofans in HIL final

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers booked their place in the final of the Hockey India League, defeating Tamil Nadu Dragons 6-5 in a dramatic penalty shoot-out in Rourkela on Friday.

'This Team Has Been Picked Till The Next World Cup, So We Have To Improve Our Fielding'

'This Team Has Been Picked Till The Next World Cup, So We Have To Improve Our Fielding'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Why did SKY give Bangladesh's fielding coach a hug?

'My Bones Were Broken'

'My Bones Were Broken'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Salman Khan opened up about professional regrets, controversies and reconciliation during the latest Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss 19.

Rarh Bengal Tigers roar to victory, lift HIL trophy

Rarh Bengal Tigers roar to victory, lift HIL trophy

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers emerged victorious in the men's Hockey India League, securing the title with a thrilling 4-3 win over Hyderabad Toofans in the summit clash.

HIL: TN Dragons edge Bengal Tigers; rise to top

HIL: TN Dragons edge Bengal Tigers; rise to top

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Tamil Nadu Dragons beat Sharchi Rarh Bengal Tigers 2-1 in a closely-contested match to go top of the table in the Hockey India League.

HIL: Soorma down Bengal Tigers to book semis spot

HIL: Soorma down Bengal Tigers to book semis spot

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

Gurjant Singh (10th minute) gave Soorma the lead early in the game while Jugraj Singh (56th) equalised for the Tigers towards the end.

Hard Core Action Coming Up In September

Hard Core Action Coming Up In September

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

September is going to be an exciting month in theatres.