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After 33 years, 3 freed Rajiv Gandhi assassination case convicts return to Lanka

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 3 April 2024
After 30 years, Rajiv Gandhi assassination convicts Murugan, Payas, and Jayakumar return to Jaffna, Sri Lanka. Upon arrival, they faced intense interrogation by Sri Lankan officials before clarifying inquiries with CID police. Their legal journey, from death sentences to life imprisonment and eventual release, reflects ongoing challenges and complexities.
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