‘Media have to play vibrant role in peace effort’
We have noticed that certain Tamil papers show
bias towards the LTTE, probably out of fear. If they criticise the
LTTE, there will be problems the next day. We are aware of that. The
freedom should come from that side not from us. Can they ever
interview Douglas Devananda or Anandasangaree without offending the
LTTE !
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Graceful, nimble and ageless...
Queen of Lankan Ballet Vajira turns 75 today:
“I danced for about 60-65 years. I started
professional dancing when I was 15,” Vajira recalls. Vajira is the
name that always blends with Chitrasena and Sri Lankan ballet dance
tradition. “I love to be called a teacher than anything else as I
started my journey as a teacher and I still am,” the Queen of Ballet
remarks.
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Party discipline is important if Government wants to set an
example
For too long, political parties have ignored
discipline within the parties for the benefit of their party leaders
who wish to continue holding onto their reigns. Indecency and
indiscipline amounting to hooliganism & thuggery have become the
accepted norm in this country.
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