Prospective lawmakers appear to have already become law breakers, putting their cutouts on the roads in the run-up to the April 8 general elections. Pic by Krishan Jeevaka Jayaruk
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Lanka in diplomatic war with UN

President Mahinda Rajapaksa has warned UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon of the consequences of appointing a ......

Lanka facing El Nino heat

Sri Lanka may experience disturbed weather conditions such as high temperatures and droughts as a result of a mild El Nino, a Meteorology Department official warned yesterday.

FM admits seeking UN job for son
900 JPs before polls
Dengue larvicide import still not approved
4-foot ballot papers, thousands of extra boxes
US envoy: Challenging time for journalists
 
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Young and bold strides in fashion
Colombo Fashion Week held in early February saw a feast of fashion with international names taking the spotlight. But among the well-known designers were the young hopefuls- the emerging talent in our country.
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New US GSP term amidst labour rights row
The US GSP in which Sri Lankan exports excluding garments are entitled to a set of concessions has been approved for another 12-month period from January 2010 amidst a labour rights row.
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Arab women caught between extremes
The political and cultural life in the region, by and large, has been characterised by the good, the bad and the ugly. On the one hand are child marriages and honour killings (deemed barbaric) in the rigidly conservative countries, and on the other.....
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Past Prefects of Zahira College, Colombo to felicitate teachers
Past Prefects' Association of Zahira College Colombo (PPA) will hold their Annual Dinner and the Teacher Recognition Ceremony for the 3rd consecutive year on Friday March 12 at 7.00 pm at the Cinnamon Lakeside.


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Joes crying by the Beira Lake!
The Peterites who came into the 76th Battle of Saints encounter as favourites against traditional rivals kept up to the expectations of their supporters when they coasted to an easy ten wicket victory at the P. Sara Stadium yesterday with more than a session of play remaining.
 
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Post LTTE factor; vigilance the key
It was through Defence Secretary Colonel (Retd.) Gotabhaya Rajapaksa that we got to know that the Government of Eritrea, formerly a part of Ethiopia, a country in the Horn of Africa, had refused to accredit the Charge d' Affaires of the Government of Sri Lanka. The Foreign Ministry has so far made no comment.
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Elections 2010: All betel for the New Year? -- Political Column
The cloth banner on the wall said it all. The left side bore a mug shot of retired General Sarath Fonseka. On the right was a full image of him in Army ceremonial uniform. The middle bore the legend Prajatantrawadi Jathika Peramuna (Democratic National Alliance) with a cross marked against the party's symbol, a trophy.
Living another life, in the garb of a politico -- 5th Column
My Dear Sanath, I thought I must write to you after I saw you on television handing over nominations for the forthcoming elections from your hometown in Matara. Although I confess I was not surprised, I must say I was disappointed.
 
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Oliver Castle: Doesn’t Canada care anymore?

Urgent moves are underway to document and gazette a colonial mansion in Cinnamon Gardens, as a “protected monument”, as speculation spread that its owner, a foreign mission, may demolish it to make way for a plush office complex.

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The struggle for power in Jaffna
The missionary Francis Xavier appealed to the Portuguese to punish King Sankili. But they did not take much notice of his appeal. Because his request could not be ignored, the Portuguese sent a contingent of men to Jaffna. But they did not punish the king.

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Trendz introduces the only natural method of hair transplant to Sri Lanka
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  News
Lanka in diplomatic war with UN
Lanka facing El Nino heat
FM admits seeking UN job for son
4-foot ballot papers, thousands of extra boxes
900 JPs before polls
Cottage of beauty goes up in a blaze
Longer the ballot, bigger the democracy
Talk at the cafe Spectator
Dengue larvicide import still not approved
Dissolved House to meet to debate emergency
AG says Govt. would take note of UN rights comments
Presentation on continental shelf limits at opportune time: FM
Ransom paid: Somali pirates to release Lankan crew
Draft Information Act to be presented to President tomorrow
Call to prevent forest fires breaking out
Nandikadal revisited
US envoy: Challenging time for journalists
Con man blackmails unsuspecting women
From the shadows to the limelight
Intra-party battles to the fore as campaigning kicks off
Candidates fight shy of declaring assets
“Don’t allow the elections to pollute the environment”
Tit-for-tat is the name of the game
The ludicrous rise of cardboard, paper ‘protectors’
Gangsters play police to protect politicos
Tolerance would be reverence
Sri Lankan doctor cured a South African diplomat’s wife
  Columns
Political Column
Elections 2010: All betel for the New Year?
5th Column
Living another life, in the garb of a politico
The Economic Analysis
The IMF dilemma: To give or not to give
Lobby
Not issued with this week
Focus on Rights
The sins of the present and of the past
  International
People power can make peace between India and Pakistan
Which way Iraq after critical election
It's definitive: An asteroid wiped out the dinosaurs
Arab women caught between extremes
Does India deserve MF Husain, its Picasso?
Oscar producers promise fast and fierce Oscars
Harrelson, Mo'Nique win early Spirit Awards
Indian tribes fight mining firm in real-life Avatar
Bing blocks online sex searches in Middle East: study
Car bomb rocks Shi'ite holy city before Iraq poll
US vows bid to halt Armenian genocide measure
Gates concerned about Blackwater's conduct-Pentagon
Six-year-old in Philippines saves baby from fire
British PM under fire for Iraq war defence
Fears spread as aftershocks rattle Chile
Canada drops plans for politically correct anthem
  Business Times
New US GSP term amidst labour rights row
Mobile broadband to drive Dialog’s growth
Court reprimands MBSL chief Ratnayake over Ceylinco share issue
Hayleys sets up special leisure unit
Treasury guarantees billions of rupees in loans to state orgs
Eran quits, NDB appoints new CEO
Innovative advertising as mobile market battle heats up
Comment - Business with Jaffna: Walk before you leap
IMF loan suspension won’t affect Lankan finances
Why women are better investors than men
Economics of Poor Property Rights
'FH Studio Collection' to Czech Republic after Colombo Fashion Week success
Lankem to export agriculture crops
Ceylinco Shriram depositors to get relief
Jaffna trade fair to draw Indian exhibitors too
IT for 30 small businesses in remote villages
Jaffna BPO programme draws 4,000 students
GSP+ loss may result in South Asia becoming Lanka’s preferred partner – top economist
Corporate foundation appeals to politicians to ‘stop wasting money’
Easing trade, investment barriers can unlock South Asia's vast potential - report
Corporate response to sustainability insufficient
Windows 7 sells 30 million copies in 2 months
GSK completes acquisition of Stiefel in Sri Lanka
SMB to change name SMB Holdings
Virtusa holds ‘software testing festival’
SEC CEO Channa planning to quit
Kumar Sangakkara becomes Viva brand ambassador
350 undergrads attend Moratuwa University soft skills workshop
35 teams compete in 'CX Chinese New Year Challenge'
Commercial Bank profits grow despite tough 2009
Colombo Dockyard’s profit to stabilise
Govt. needs to cut deficit amidst rising inflation
Comprehensive Sri Lanka promotion in Europe launched in Brussels
Growth through Sri Lanka’s bond market
Issues over new ICASL President, PBJ as Chief Guest at inauguration
Ceylinco Insurance says over 65% customers ‘returning home’
Budget deficit above 2009 targets - report
Major Sri Lankan tourism campaign in New York
Janashakthi ready to exploit potential in North and East
Asiri to invest Rs 600 million in Matara Medi House
WaveNET offers 3G video calls to GSM
CCC trade mission to Indian cities
Audit firm KPMG re-starts Jaffna Branch
London Stock Exchange in new deal
IT industry body elects new board
Pioneering the web
Russel’s new outlet at APIIT
Insurance progress in North and East needs time
CBB helps drive business with Britain
Another eco-tourism property as Sri Lanka moves big-time in boutique hotels
  Editorial
Post LTTE factor; vigilance the key
  Sports
Joes crying by the Beira Lake!
Can't bat, can't bowl, can jibe: Howard to rule over world cricket
The Vaas burst
Deliverance!
Preserving the golden goose
Jeyanthan and Mercy emerge open champions
Otters Tennis from March 11-19
Cooray’s five wicket haul highlight on day one
Lankans dump Kiwis at Greenpath
When agony followed ecstasy!
Bertie Wijesinghe, did everything for nothing
Sri Lanka eyes Asian Games qualifying tourney in Dhaka
Royal muscle vs Thomian grit
Cambrians and Sebs coming with confidence
Trinity are confident but St. Anthony’s can upset
Piyasena to attend Chef De Missions confab in S’pore
Wayamba and Ruhuna qualify to the final
Aussies scrape through in second game
Kingswood-Dharmaraja drawn
Asian in thrilling win over Stafford
Musaeus College Colombo emerge champions
Tame draw at Moratuwa
TT star Sasini Wellalage
Siyaguna takes over the lead in the International contest
  Education
A/L examinations: A challenge or a battle?
Past Prefects of Zahira College, Colombo to felicitate teachers
Master's in Management and IT at the University of Kelaniya
Become a Psychologist
MATRIX for BCS and BIT in Sri Lankax
University Foundation Programmes as alternatives to A/Levels
SIT: A prime education institute
CMI Sri Lanka Branch presentation
The Power of Independent Will
The answer lies in multitasking
Enlighten your child's future with world-class JAVA technology
The University of choice -your first selection for MBA and PhD
Outstations impress at CIMA Spellmaster Semi-finals
Excellent pass rates for GBA in ABE Marketing and Islamic Finance
Manipal University MBA in Sri lanka
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Trendz introduces the only natural method of hair transplant to Sri Lanka
SLT rewards the performance of the dealers through Dealer Convention 2009
OMC Asia Cup Open 2010 in Sri Lanka this March
Print USA recognized as the number one player in the offset printed carton industry
Prime Lands introduce 'Prime Marvel'

 

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The lady’s come home to sing the blues
Oddball coconut trees -- Letter to the editor
Artistes need help in their lifetime, not honours when they are dead -- Letter to the editor
Cunning trap to catch votes -- Letter to the editor
Make voting easier for elders and disabled -- Letter to the editor
To womanhood we say thank you -- Letter to the editor
Remembering Seeya on his birth centenary -- Appreciation
A colossus of a man with a big heart -- Appreciation
A long journey of shared heritage, interests and friendship -- Appreciation
A lingering fragrance of a bygone era -- Appreciation
Oliver Castle: Doesn’t Canada care anymore?
Conqueror of comets
Kalpitiya joins Lanka’s whale spots
Gutsier, confident sounds under the baton of James Ross
Two artists, different destinations and one passion
Canvas of a soaring spirit in flight
Together and individually the brothers did it their way
Going down a musical memory lane with Revelations
Digging into the roots of an illustrious family
New director of Alliance Française de Colombo
A Mother Superior and a Mother Principal: Two unforgettable nuns
Manapa seekers, take a lesson from the teachings of Buddha
Assets: All out, for none… declared!
Yum, yum: It’s promotions in paradise
Colonial heritage station chugs on with bright new look
  Magazine
Other Magazine Articles
Young and bold strides in fashion
Kanchana at Miami Fashion Week
Doctor behind the lens holds maiden exhibition
Conflict, chaos and then beauty
Events
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Mirror Magazine Articles
Humorous mayhem
Empowering women
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Strange Tales at the Punchi Theatre
Revving up for Grease
TV Times Articles
Keerthi on saddle again
Yesterday’s Songs by Sharma
Millennium touch for the ‘Chimes of 70s’
‘Hector in Concert’
SIGNIS calls for salutation
‘It is complicated’
  Funday Times
The struggle for power in Jaffna
The Young Learner Centre -- Interview
A plea to humans -- A Poem for the week
Virgin Islands -- Geography
Life at Wild Dog Research Camp
Kids World
International Women's Day
Mugger Crocodile (Crocodylus palustris)
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