Be prepared: Scouts to the fore
The awarding of scout/Guide leaders membership badges of the Ruhunu National College of Education took place at the College in Kurunduwatta, Akmeemana. District Scout Commissioner for Galle Upul Kalansuriya, Deputy Commissioner Kalani Mangalakeerthi, Deputy Commissioner Dhammika Warnakulasuirya, District Scout Leader Pushpa Chandrakeerthi and Senior Lecturer at Ruhuna National College of Education Srini Nanayakkara were present. [...]
Provincial primary and secondary schools to be developed
The Education Ministry has commenced a programme to rehabilitate around 4,500-5,000 provincial primary and secondary schools to encourage students to enroll in a schoolroom that is no more than three kilometers from their homes. Deputy Minister of Education Madura Seneviratne said the programme has now commenced, and will continue next year as well to reduce [...]
Education Ministry cancels transfer of land
The Education Ministry has cancelled a previous order on the transfer of land under the Assisted Schools and Training Colleges (Supplementary Provisions) Act No 8 of 1961 and imposed a restriction. Accordingly, order No. 258, published in the Gazette (Extraordinary) Notification No. 12790 dated 01.12.1961 in a manner that is only applicable to 1 acre [...]
Islandwide top scorers in A/L subjects
The Examinations Department has released the names of students who achieved the best results in the island at the 2024 GCE Advanced Level examination from each stream with students from outstation schools outdoing most of the Colombo national schools. The island’s first in Mathematics was achieved by Lesandu Ransara Kumarage of Bandaranayake College, Gampaha. In [...]
PhD scholarships offered by Japan
The Education Ministry has invited applications from suitable candidates to be nominated for postgraduate (PhD) scholarships offered by the Government of Japan. The applications are open to citizens of Sri Lanka born on or after April 2, 1991 and possessing a Bachelor’s Degree of 4 years or more with a Second-Class Upper Division or above [...]
Education ministry to sign MoU with NUS
The Ministry of Education and the National University of Singapore (NUS) will sign a memorandum of understanding to enable Lankan students to pursue postgraduate degrees, including PhDs at NUS. The National University of Singapore is a leader in the global university ranking for higher education cooperation, including obtaining postgraduate scholarship opportunities for Lankan graduates. Through [...]
Scholarships to study in Azerbaijan
The Republic of Azerbaijan had invited eligible Lankan applicants to award 3 undergraduate/postgraduate (Master’s/PhD) scholarships offered under the ‘Heydar Aliyev – International Education Grant Programme’ for the academic year 2025/26. Undergraduate applicants should be below 35 years of age as of September 15, 2025, and should have language proficiency of IELTS 5 (TOEFL40). Masters applicants [...]
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh discuss ICT collaboration
Sri Lanka High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dharmapala Weerakkody has held discussions with the Chairman of the Associate Committee and the committee members of Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS), Rafel Kabir, on enhancing collaboration in the ICT sector between the two countries for mutual benefit. The discussions were held last Sunday at the [...]
SAB Campus Gavel Club Celebrates Charter Installation and Executive Committee Induction at CA Sri Lanka
The SAB Campus Gavel Club celebrated a major milestone with its Charter Installation Ceremony, held on 24 April 2025 at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka). The event marked the official registration of the first-ever Gavel Club at SAB Campus, launched with 35 undergraduate charter members. The charter installation was [...]
CA Sri Lanka’s SAB Campus hosts SAB Strikers 2025 badminton tournament showcasing sporting camaraderie
The SAB Campus of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) successfully hosted the inaugural SAB Strikers 2025 Inter-University Badminton Tournament in April, bringing together badminton talent from top universities. Organised for the first time by SAB Campus, the tournament underscored the campus’s strong commitment to promoting sportsmanship, healthy competition, and [...]
MBBS vs. MD: Facts and Myths Uncovered
As the number of Sri Lankan students pursuing medical education abroad continues to rise, a pivotal question emerges: Should one opt for an MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) or an MD (Doctor of Medicine) degree? This article aims to clarify the differences, dispel common myths, and provide essential guidance on how to verify [...]
Brandix Corporate Campus to offer Global Degree Pathway with RMIT, Australia
In a step toward further elevating Sri Lanka’s presence on the global apparel map, Brandix Corporate Campus (BCC) has formalised a strategic partnership with RMIT University, Australia. This collaboration opens new doors for Sri Lankan students to access world-class education and international career opportunities in the resilient and ever-evolving apparel industry. Students following the Advanced [...]
Husband and wife duo achieve PhD dream together
The Food Science couple from Sri Lanka celebrates completing their PhDs together For many, earning a PhD is an already extraordinary personal achievement, but for Dr Chamodini Nisansala Thilakarathna and Dr Malinda Prabhath Madhusankha Garusinghe Devage, the milestone was made even more special as it represented a shared dream fulfilled together. Originally from Sri [...]
BOC Little Picasso Celebrates Sri Lanka’s Next Generation of Artists
In a vibrant celebration of creativity, Bank of Ceylon (BOC) hosted the Little Picasso National Award Ceremony on 3rd April 2025 at BOC Head Office, followed by a three-day public exhibition (3rd-5th April). The event showcased the artistic brilliance of Sri Lanka’s youth, with 132,000+ entries from children and teachers nationwide. After a rigorous judging [...]
Asian International School Students Awarded Scholarships by Prestigious Universities
Several students of Asian International School have yet again come out on top, securing generous funding and scholarships from prestigious foreign universities. Tashiyana Devarajan who was the Head Girl of 2023/2024 was an outstanding student of AIS who demonstrated exceptional leadership in both academic and extra-curricular activities. She has been awarded the prestigious Deakin Vice [...]
Young Geckos Dig Deep to Help Restore Forest Near Sinharaja
Students from The Overseas School of Colombo roll up their sleeves to revive degraded land near Sri Lanka’s most iconic rainforest, proving that action speaks louder than awareness. While many spent Valentine’s Day exchanging cards and candy, a group of young students from The Overseas School of Colombo (OSC) chose to show their love a [...]
CfPS Law School – University of London Graduation 2025
The CfPS Law School celebrated the graduation ceremony of its University of London Laws Programme at the BMICH. Recognised as a leading teaching institution of the University of London, CfPS Law School marked this momentous occasion by awarding Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degrees and Certificates of Higher Education in Common Law to its graduands and [...]
Brand Activations and the May Day celebrations
Engaging marketing programs and events that seek to establish a meaningful and direct relationship between a company and its target audience are referred to as brand activation. By producing engaging and memorable events that promote customer involvement and increase brand awareness, these activations go beyond conventional advertising. Key Features of Brand Activations: Engaging and Interactive: [...]
Chemical Wasanthaya 2025: A vibrant New Year Celebration at the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon (IChemC)
Institute of Chemistry (IChemC) celebrated the Sinhala New Year on the 24th and 25th of April, 2025. A New Year breakfast table consisting of traditional food items was organised by the staff of IChemC. Prof. Janitha Liyanage, the President of IChemC, Prof. Chandani Perera, Dean of the College of Chemical Science, former Presidents of IChemC, [...]
OKIANS receive a Thousand Cheers!
OKI International School, Secures Prestigious Honours at Cambridge School Recognition Awards South Asia 2025 OKI International School, has achieved extraordinary recognition at the Cambridge School Recognition Awards – South Asia 2025 held on the 27th of March; at Taj Surajkund Resort & Spa in New Delhi. The award was presented by Prof. Mark Winterbottom of the [...]
Libraries in the digital age: Eastern University hosts research conference
An inspiring international research conference, organised by the Eastern University Library Network on the theme ‘Community Empowerment through Libraries in the Digital Era’, was held on April 30 at the university’s Nalliah Auditorium. The event brought together library science professionals, scholars, and research students from across Sri Lanka and beyond, showcasing the evolving role of [...]
Eastern University Vice Chancellor post yet to be filled
Three names have been recommended to fill in the vacancy of the Vice Chancellor of the Eastern University position following interviews conducted this week. Professor Pararajasingham Pradeepan, Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Physics, former Vice Chancellor Professor Vallipuram Kanakasingham, and Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, and Professor Thillainathan Sadanandan, have been recommended [...]
Two-day seminar on disarmament for Foreign Service Officers
Foreign Service Officers in the Foreign Ministry took part in a two-day seminar on disarmament in a programme conducted by the Ministry in collaboration with the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR). Over 40 officers based in Colombo attended the workshop in person, while over 60 officers attached to Sri Lanka Missions abroad attended [...]
Risini graduates in Paramedicine from Flinders
Former Vishakian Risini Senaratne has graduated in Paramedicine from Flinders University, Australia in April 2025. She is the daughter of Wing Commander (Eng) Dasuyantha Senaratne (Rtd) of Boralesgamuwa who is presently in Australia. Ms Senaratne’s elder sister is a medical graduate of Sri Lanka. Photograph shows Risini with the Vice Chancellor of Flinders University, Adelaide, [...]
Experts Share Insightful Perspectives at ‘PR in the Age of Disruption’ Webinar for Sri Lanka
Mark and Comm, a strategic communications and PR agency, in collaboration with the Public Relations and Communications Association Asia Pacific (PRCA APAC), hosted a regional webinar for Sri Lanka titled “PR in the Age of Disruption” on April 28. The session, part of Mark and Comm’s ‘The Collab Room’ initiative, brought together leading PR experts [...]
Rahula College, Matara celebrates a proud milestone May 1, – its 102nd anniversary
It was in 1923, when British colonialism was at its peak and the English language was dominating the national fabric of Ceylon in every respect, not only in the public service and the private sector, but also in the homes of a wide Ceylonese community in preference to the indigenous cultures and oriental practices. In [...]
Cambridge hosts South Asia schools conference to navigate the future of learning
Sri Lanka, 28 April 2025– The International Education group at Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Cambridge) hosted its second annual South Asia Cambridge Schools Conference, bringing together 400 educators, school and thought leaders from India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and the Maldives. As demand for Cambridge qualifications grows across the region, the conference reinforced [...]
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Can AI Teach Us to Be More Human?
In a world where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries and automating complex tasks, a surprising frontier has emerged teaching humans how to be more emotionally intelligent. Traditionally, Emotional Intelligence (EI) the ability to recognise, understand, and manage emotions in oneself and others has been the domain of educators, psychologists, and social interactions. But [...]
LNBTI Pioneers Unique IT Education Pathway from Sri Lanka to Japan
The Lanka Nippon BizTech Institute (LNBTI), Sri Lanka’s first and only Japanese-affiliated IT university, is setting a new benchmark in higher education by offering an innovative academic model that combines advanced IT training with Japanese language and cultural immersion. Catering to students who have completed their G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) or Advanced Level (A/L) examinations, [...]
Lyceum Campus Celebrates a Proud Milestone at Annual Awards Ceremony
The Lyceum Campus Awards Ceremony was held with great pride and grandeur, celebrating the achievements of students across various disciplines. Lyceum Campus, a dynamic higher education institution continues to focus not only on the dissemination of knowledge but also on developing the skills and attitudes essential for future success. Through a strong emphasis on holistic [...]
Curtin University Colombo undergraduates showcase their innovations at ‘Sahasak Nimavum 2025’
Two promising Mechatronics Engineering students, Rovindu Tharin and Amithnal Herath from Curtin University Colombo was selected to represent Sri Lanka’s emerging talent pool at the prestigious ‘Sahasak Nimavum 2025’ National Inventions and Innovations Exhibition and Competition. The event, organised by the Sri Lanka Inventors Commission under the Ministry of Science and Technology, was held from [...]
83 Years of Excellence: Minu/Nalanda Girls’ Central College Celebrates Rich History
The Nalanda Vidyalaya was the significant inheritance granted to Minuwangoda from the Second World War. The history of Nalanda Girls’ Central College, Minuwangoda celebrating the Eighty-Third Birthday on 5th May 2025, runs back to 1942. On 5th Sunday April 1942 when the Japanese bombed Colombo, it was decided to move the prime schools in Colombo [...]
Sri Lanka Journal of Management Studies’ new volume dedicated to Ven. Weliwitiye Sri Soratha Thero
Volume Six, Issue Two of the Sri Lanka Journal of Management Studies (SLJMS) has been released. SLJMS offers a dynamic platform for scholars to contribute to the evolving fields of Business Management and Entrepreneurship, providing excellent visibility and the potential for significant academic and practical impact. Sri Lanka Journal of Management Studies is honoured to [...]