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Troops who on Friday captured the strategic Elephant Pass, the gateway to Jaffna, thus bringing the entire A-9 highway under government control, are seen in a jubilant mood savouring a well-deserved victory and rest. Pic courtesy Sri Lanka Army.

COLUMNS
Freedom day at Kilinochchi-
Political Column
The re-capture of Kilinochchi and the continuing military gains had placed the Government in an almost unassailable position.
Kilinochchi and Raman’s kiss of death
Thoughts from London
Bahukutumbi Raman, a retired additional secretary of India’s cabinet secretariat who has set himself up as an analyst of topical issues in some Chennai outfit,
INTERNATIONAL
Spirit of Mujib comes alive in Hasina victory
When I was at Dhaka after the liberation, my first visit, I saw at the airport a frustratingly long queue inching past the immigration authorities and confusion at the luggage counter.
 
MAGAZINE
Writing to make others think
With a smile that lights up the room, Ameena Hussein tells me that she is feeling lucky. This is a happy portent for an author who spent 2008 struggling with cancer and her first novel.
 
  EDUCATION
Nilusha bags CIMA World Prize
The only World Prize winner for the May, 2008 CIMA exams, Nilusha Fonseka shares her story with us. "I was stunned and could not believe that I had won"

More Education

 
TOP NEWS
Troops surround Mullaitivu
The final thrust of the Government's military offensive to deny Tiger guerrillas any domination of territory begins next week in their remaining stronghold of Mullaitivu.
Mystery surrounds MTV mine; UNP sees police conspiracy
As a cloud of mystery hangs over the claymore mine allegedly found at the scene of last Tuesday’s attack on the MTV/MBC studio complex in Pannipitiya, the main opposition UNP said there was a conspiracy to pin the blame on the party.
> Online registration for all citizens
> Govt. rejects call for foreign probe on Lasantha killing
> Seven die as Tigers fire at fleeing civilians
> Don’t bring outside support says Police Polls Chief
> Lankans join Gaza protest
> Golden Key staff may take legal action
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EDITORIAL
Souring a great victory
The security forces have scored yet another decisive victory over the LTTE terrorists by recapturing Elephant Pass, the gateway to Jaffna, thereby clearing the only highway linking the mainland to the Northern peninsula.
  PLUS
FREEDOM at NADIR
With the murder of Lasantha Wickrematunge by "unidentified" gunmen on Thursday morning, media freedom in Sri Lanka finally reached an all time low.
  FINANCIAL TIMES
US Embassy plans to move
The United States government, through its embassy in Colombo, is looking for land to build a new embassy compound in Colombo.
SPORTS
Minister Lokuge refutes Ranatunga allegations
A furious Sports Minister Gamini Lokuge came out strongly to announce that he is willing at anytime to counter the allegations ousted SLC Interim Committee Chairman Arjuna Ranatunga made in Parliament on Thursday.
  FUNDAY
Universities cover entire country
January 1, 1959 saw two new universities being established in Sri Lanka after 17 years. It was also significant that these two universities
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> Troops surround Mullaitivu
> Online registration for all citizens
> Mystery surrounds MTV mine; UNP sees police conspiracy
> Govt. rejects call for foreign probe on Lasantha killing
> Seven die as Tigers fire at fleeing civilians
> Don’t bring outside support says Police Polls Chief
> Lankans join Gaza protest
> Golden Key staff may take legal action
> President Mahinda Rajapaksa with Lord Naseby
> Conspiracy to divert attention from victories: President
> Rapid development plan for Kilinochchi town
> Govt. should take responsibility for killing of Janaka Perera : Ranil
> Rains aiding return of the dreaded Chikungunya
> BASL to protest against Lasantha killing
> A brazen killing
> Memories never die: Dad of a 100 kisses
> Lasantha killing: We are the face of terror
> Condemnation for the cowardly act
> Elephant Pass falls - and hope rises
> ‘Take me to Elephant Pass; I want to see the bulldozer my son destroyed’
> Wild life experts lock horns over baby elephant transfers
> Waiting for food convoy greenlight
> Lanka’s envoy to Poland passes away
  Columns
Political Column
- Freedom day at Kilinochchi
5th Column

- A battered Fourth Estate and a nation sans - information!

Situation Report
Not issued on this week
Thoughts from London
- Kilinochchi and Raman’s kiss of death
The Economic Analysis
- The stability of the financial system must be ensured
Lobby
Focus on Rights
Inside the glass house

 

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US Embassy plans to move
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Tax net tightens against finance companies, depositors
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AEC to move out as listed company
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Captains’ won’t sell JKH anymore
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Airtel keeps potential subs guessing till Jan.12
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Seylan to reduce lending to Ceylinco
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Threats against the media - Comment
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What Obama’s win might undermine
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National tourism strategy of ‘waiting for better times to come’
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Solar energy only clear option for Sri Lanka independent of fossil fuels
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Lankan bankers offer free counselling for ‘struggling’ borrowers
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ISO status for Modern Pack Lanka
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Sri Lankan diaspora to provide more stable foreign funds
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Systemic issues impacting on banking and financial services
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Sri Lankan Innovator wins worldwide Fonterra CEO’s Award
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Ceylon Chamber condemns Sirasa/MTV attack
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Several undergraduates are children of plantation workers
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Ferntea to be liquidated
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Lionhart to buy more into ERI
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World Bank joins many in condemning Lasantha’s killing
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Vasu wants Ceylinco Group probed
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Details of dealings at Golden Key revealed in court
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A new world experience for Sri Lanka’s elite in agriculture
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Tigo reaches 2 million subscribers
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Harpic’s new product to help housewives
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Seylan Bank will curtail lending to Ceylinco Group
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Auspicious beginning of new year for tea sector
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Malaysian delegation meets FCCISL officials
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Atlas produces school uniforms
  International
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Spirit of Mujib comes alive in Hasina victory
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Israel warns of further escalation in third week of Gaza war
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South Asia at war with itself
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Madrid airport closed as Europe freezes
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“Green” billboard ready to light up Times Square
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Winnie-the-Pooh in comeback after 83 years
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Obama's new spy chiefs to break with Bush years

 

> Minister Lokuge refutes Ranatunga allegations
> The Lankan passion for cricket
> No hiccups for World Cup so far – Mendis
> St Peter’s coast to fifth outright win
> Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe tri series
> Jeewantha cracks career best 234
> Horse race on Thaipongal
> Aussies just hangs on to slot one
> Rugby begins for the New Year
> Captain leading the team
  Funday Times
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Universities cover entire country
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The Christmas legend - Poem for the week
  Education
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Nilusha bags CIMA World Prize
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Aquinas Faculty of Marketing and Management as a SBU superior in the industry
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Promoting access to quality higher education"
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Study Jewellery Design @ The Academy of Design
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Everyone is a winner at Mercury
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First get your vision right and then stay focussed
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All set for EDEX - 2009
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BCS - The next logical step after 'O' Levels
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SL2College forges ahead with greater success
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Chartered Accountants -Sri Lanka's thriving knowledge economy
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Top American MBA Programs at ACHE
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IELTS your global passport@ PATHE Academy
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The Java force to build the nation
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A professional qualification for the business professional
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EDEX web to turn into 24/7 information portal
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Aspirations Education - Your caring partner in Global Education
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Singapore Informatics for Quality Higher Education
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Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Training @ Singapore Informatics
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An opportunity for students with Good A/L results to get an Australian Engineering degree
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TOPCIMA @ Wisdom - The vital step for your successful future……..
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FREEDOM at NADIR
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Colombo showcases a passion for fashion
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A love affair with Lanka
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It’s time for a hilarious masquerade with Indu
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Western or eastern, Koluu will be there
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Voter’s dilemma at the next general elections - Letter to the Editor
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Bibile bus stand needs toilets - Letter to the Editor
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Sigiriya sound and light show would be a travesty of history - Letter to the Editor
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Driven crazy on redesigned Peradeniya-Kandy road - Letter to the Editor
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How come medicines are much cheaper in India? - Letter to the Editor
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His lucid style brought Buddhism to thousands - Appreciation
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The distinguished ED triumphed in legal practice and in life - Appreciation
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Blessed with a truly wonderful godmother - Appreciation
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Pannipitiya has lost a generous teacher and philanthropist - Appreciation
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An inspirational officer - Appreciation
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Mother Courage smiled through all her pain - Appreciation
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Ajahn Brahm here to discuss Noble Eightfold Path
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Odissi dance troupe to perform here
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Art lovers, it’s another Kala Pola
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All set for EDEX - 2009
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ICRC hand for a mission for feet in Jaffna
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Araliya destroyer may meet its waterloo soon
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On a cheese trail
  Magazine
Other Magazine Articles
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Writing to make others think
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Cora’s many colours
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Stroking to life her imagination
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Head to Galle!
Mirror Magazine Articles
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Exploring different genres
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Interaction 2009
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Virus!
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Hilarious twist of fate
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Healing today for a better tomorrow
TV Times Articles
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Suresh-D: A DJ with a difference
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OTSC Christmas bash
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‘Castlereigh Family Cottages’: Where the traditions stop
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New website on travel trade
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Sathis celebrates golden jubilee
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CEL to showcase top Sinhala shows
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‘Hoosiers’ :After school movie at AC
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Aliens in town
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Top Hollywood films at Majestic
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TV Times - Cover of the week
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