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| In the aftermath of two devastating bomb attacks in recent weeks, the security forces are now carrying out close checks on motorcycles in Colombo. |
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Treading a road not taken
It was a first book that catapulted the author to literary fame, winning him the prestigious Gratiaen award in 2003. |
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Royal back on track
What a better prelude could one ask for before the one that counts the most in a week hence. Yesterday, Royal came up with a gusty performance to retain the |
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The death of Parakramabahu ii
Going by what happened in later years, Javakas were a great menace to the kings of Dambadeniya. There is evidence to show there was a Javaka kingdom in the North. |
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| Govt. to spend billions for SAARC |
Government will table in parliament a massive supplementary estimate of more than Rs.2.88 billion to meet the cost of hosting the 15th South Asian summit in Colombo from July 27 to August 03, informed sources said yesterday.
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| Power crisis over CEB chief: Blackouts in several areas |
The ongoing work-to-rule campaign by Ceylon Electricity Board engineers is causing power interruptions for several hours in many areas but Minister John Seneviratne vowed yesterday he would not yield to their demands.
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A candle in the darkness
As the whole world is on fire over the latest fuel crisis with prices fluctuating around record levels amid fears that they may hit the US$ 200 a barrel mark by year's end, Sri Lanka, like many developing countries, finds itself at the very gates of hell on this burning issue. |
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Authentic entertainment
Pride of Lions 2008: Cascading Colours of Culture organised by St. Bridget's convent was a showcase of Sri Lankan culture and greatness, |
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