India’s Supreme Court Directs Fishermen Not to Enter the Sea of Sri Lanka Near Katchatheevu

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India's Supreme Court directed fishermen not to cross into waters near Katchatheevu while hearing petitions by AIADMK and DMK Fishermen's Wing seeking the island's return. The court emphasized maritime boundary awareness, while the Union Government ruled out reopening the agreement, citing diplomatic ties and warning of possible arrest by Sri Lankan authorities.