R Chandrasoma Throughout history, some groups have faced the threat of extinction through the overweening power of unfriendly neighbours. The classic case is that of the State of Israel “ƒ¢¢”š¬…” a Jewish enclave in a vast Muslim-dominated hinterland. That such states and peoples should develop what has been called the “Masada Complex’ is understandable given […]

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Top Spin by Suni Juneƒ”š‚ 4th 2012 Havingƒ”š‚  beaten the Pakistani’s comprehensively in the Ist T20 at the same venue, the Sri Lankans displayed a total lack of concentration and lost like a bunch of novices to Pakistan in the 2nd game concluded yesterday so what seems to be the problem? Did Mahela Jayawardena’s and Lasith […]

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By Walter Jayawardhana Amarvati is one of the greatest Buddhist civilizations in India. Mallikarjuna Rao is a Buddhist artist who has been inspired by it. He wants to be part of the great revival of Buddhism currently taking place in the country. His exhibition of paintings has been named , ” A Tribute To Amaravati […]

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