Veteran Journalist and Daily FT Columnist D.B.S. Jeyaraj Passes Away 🕊️

• Career Overview: Renowned political commentator and columnist D.B.S. Jeyaraj passed away in Canada on May 17, 2026, concluding a distinguished journalistic career spanning nearly five decades (1977–2026). • Key Roles: A longstanding columnist for the Daily FT, Jeyaraj was a highly influential voice among Sri Lankan readers and the global Tamil diaspora, known for his deep reporting on the country's ethnic conflict and political developments. • Professional Journey: Born in 1954 and educated at S. Thomas’ Prep and Jaffna College, he left legal studies in 1977 to join the Virakesari newspaper. He later contributed to prominent local publications and India's The Hindu. • Global Impact: Even after relocating to Canada, he maintained a strong connection to Sri Lankan public discourse via his personal website and mainstream media, writing extensively on politics, South Asian affairs, history, and Tamil cinema.