What Does It Mean to Be Tamil? For many, being Tamil is intrinsically tied to the Tamil language, one of the oldest living languages in the world. However, the Tamil identity extends far beyond just speaking the language. In an increasingly globalized world, many Tamil people—especially those in the diaspora—may not speak Tamil fluently, yet they still strongly identify as Tamil....

The Tamil diaspora spans across all continents and is part of a global community of approximately 75 to 80 million Tamil speakers. Millions of Tamils were forced to leave their homeland due to the civil war in Sri Lanka. However, displacement often comes with the struggle to preserve one's identity. Young artists in Europe are now exploring new ways not only to maintain their culture but also...

Sri Lanka, the pearl of the Indian Ocean, is a stunning island paradise that boasts a multitude of national parks and natural attractions. This tropical gem attracts nature lovers from all over the world in search of unspoiled landscapes, abundant wildlife and fascinating flora. Here are some of the most famous national parks and natural attractions that you must visit: Table of contents...

The 2026 state assembly election festival is already in full swing. The AIADMK, Tamil Nadu's main opposition party, has launched its campaign "Let's reclaim Tamil Nadu, let's protect the people," with Edappadi K. Palaniswami leading the charge. Meanwhile, the DMK alliance has begun its door-to-door campaign under the slogan "Tamil Nadu." Having exited the NDA coalition during the 2024...

A woman's life completely changed after a robbery at her supermarket business that was earning ₹1 lakh monthly. This is the story of Ilavarasi, married at 18, whose father moved from Madurai to Kerala for work and started a snack business. After losing nearly ₹1 crore in the supermarket robbery, her husband wanted to return to their hometown, but Ilavarasi refused, saying she would only return...