Sri Lankan pirates attack Tamil Nadu fishermen; 17 hospitalised

A wave of brutal attacks by suspected Sri Lankan sea pirates on Tamil Nadu fishermen has left 17 injured and several stranded. Over 30 fishermen from Nagapattinam were assaulted in back-to-back incidents, sparking fear and anger in coastal villages. Victims were beaten with iron rods and knives, and their gear, GPS devices, and catch were looted mid-sea.