‘No nominations for relations, on principle’

The UPFA will definitely win all three Provincial Councils (PCs). A massive development has already taken place in all three provinces due to numerous development programmes launched by the government. The Opposition is in a very weak position while the government is strong and receives the support of other political parties,

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The Lotus Heart

The Professor’s friend

Old Darshana Matavada stood transfixed by the serenity of the temple. He had been tired throughout his career, and now he has retired. He felt as if he were walking in a long forgotten dream. A dream he had been entertaining all his life.

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Susan George Pulimood - respected in academic circles

The day she took up her appointment must have been very auspicious both for Mrs. Pulimood and for Visakha, for on that day began a long and rewarding association between a school struggling for ‘her place in the sun’, and a dedicated educationist. Her 22 years as Principal were years of achievement and fulfillment for both Mrs. Pulimood and Visakha Vidyalaya,

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on Sidelines

Asbestos Cancer

Everyone is exposed to asbestos at some time during their life. Low levels of asbestos are present in the air, water and soil. However, most people do not become ill from their exposure. People who become ill from asbestos are usually those who are exposed to it on a regular basis, most often in a job where they work directly with the material or through substantial environmental contact,

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