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The mega Sinhala and Hindu celebrations organised by the Ministry of Megapolis and Western Development drew a large number of visitors. The festival named “Suryabishekaya” took place at the Sports Ministry grounds in Colombo. Our picture shows children having their Avurudu fun on a giant wheel. Pic by M.A. Pushpa Kumara.

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National policy on injury prevention and management

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Temporary caretaker appointed for Ruhunu Kataragama Devalaya

University crisis settled; lectures to resume soon

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State apathy continues amid drowning tragedies

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Dispute over NCPA top post: ‘Ousted’ head and new administration trade allegations

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Pick of the pix

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Peace studies and social cohesion questions in Advanced Level GK paper

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SLAF Combat Training School Diyatalawa awarded President’s Colours