Heartfelt song: Students lend their voices at Poson festival
Students of Shri Wimalagana Vidyalaya in Thanthirimale perform at the Poson celebrations held in Thanthirimale. The event was sponsored by Wijeya Newspapers Ltd. Pic by B G Chathuranga
More foreign scholarships for local students: Deputy Min
The Education Ministry plans to increase the number of scholarships offered to local students to enter foreign universities. Deputy Minister of Education Madhura Senevirathne told Education Times that the ministry plans to increase the scholarships to over 200, with further negotiations underway to add more universities. He said the scholarships are being offered in universities [...]
Sri Lankans in Singapore form IT association
The Association of IT Professionals of Sri Lankan Origin in Singapore is to be formed under the patronage of the High Commission. This was announced when Deputy Minister of Digital Economy Eranga Weeraratne led a delegation to Asia Tech Singapore and met with a group of IT professionals of Lankan origin based in Singapore at [...]
Exams Dept calls for Grade 5 Scholarship answer sheet evaluators
The Examinations Department has called for applications from qualified individuals to serve as answer sheet evaluators for the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination. Online applications will be accepted from June 13 to June 27 via the official website, according to Exams Commissioner General A K S Indika Kumari Liyanage. For further details and eligibility criteria, [...]
Gov to equip Uva Wellassa Medicine Faculty
The Faculty of Medicine at Uva Wellassa University, established under the 2023 national budget proposal, has officially commenced operations with the enrolment of its first batch of 80 students. Despite this, the faculty is grappling with serious infrastructure challenges that have raised concerns. In an effort to kick start the academic programme, the university repurposed [...]
USJ Innovation Grants awards
The University of Sri Jayewardenepura held the Innovation Grants award ceremony 2025 recently. Organised by the Innovation, Invention and Venture Creation Council (IIVCC), the event was held at the Senate Board Room of the university. It was attended by Vice Chancellor Senior Prof Pathmalal M Manage, IIVCC Co-Chairpersons Prof Lasith Gunawardena and Prof Nilushi Nugara, [...]
Korea Cultural Festival held in Kandy
The Korean Embassy in Sri Lanka hosted it’s first-ever Korea Cultural Festival in Kandy at the Gymnasium of the University of Peradeniya last week offering an impressive and vibrant celebration of Korean heritage. Blending the elegance of Korean culture with the scenic beauty of the university, the event attracted a large and enthusiastic crowd eager [...]
St Anthony’s College, Wattala AGM and fellowship dinner
The 78th annual general meeting of the Old Boys’ Association of St Anthony’s College, Wattala will be held on July 12th at the College Auditorium at 4:30 pm, preceded by Holy Mass. A fellowship dinner will be held at Heaven’s Gate Banquet Hall, No 6, Dalupitiya Road, Hunupitiya, Wattala, following the AGM, the Secretary of [...]
Mahamaya Girls’ School participates in Student Parliament
The inaugural session of Mahamaya Girls’ School Student Parliament was held at the Old Parliament Chamber. The event provided student parliamentarians with the opportunity to gain insights into the history and functions of Sri Lanka’s parliamentary traditions. Certificates of participation were presented to the members of the student parliament, and Bank of Ceylon savings accounts [...]
Medihelp Hospitals and Apollo Hospitals India signs clinical collaboration
Medihelp Hospitals and Apollo Hospitals Group-India announced a strategic clinical collaboration during a grand ceremony at Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo. The MOU outlines a strategic framework for clinical collaboration, emphasising knowledge sharing, advanced speciality care, preventive health initiatives, and continuous professional development. This partnership is designed to elevate clinical standards in Sri Lanka by introducing global [...]
SLIIT–Daiki Axis Partnership Verifies Japanese Johkasou Wastewater Systems in Sri Lanka: A Leap Toward Cleaner Waterways
In a breakthrough for sustainable water management, the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT), in collaboration with Daiki Axis Environment (Pvt) Ltd, has completed third-party performance verification of Japanese Johkasou modular wastewater treatment systems. This study provides robust evidence that decentralized treatment technologies can help curb urban pollution and restore ecological balance in Sri [...]
AOD FUTURE CREATORS DAY: Post OL & AL Creative Careers Open House
If your creativity has ever whispered “what if?”, this is your moment to shout back “why not!” This June, the Academy of Design (AOD)—Sri Lanka’s pioneering design campus—throws open its doors for “Future Creators Day”: a powerful call to action for 15–19 year olds who have just completed their O/Levels or A/Levels and are at [...]
ESOFT Launches ESU Kandy to Transform Higher Education in Sri Lanka’s Hill Capital
ESOFT, a prominent higher education institution in Sri Lanka, proudly announces the official opening of ESU Kandy, its independent arm dedicated to delivering world-class undergraduate and postgraduate education in the hill capital. This expansion marks a strategic evolution of ESOFT, further diversifying its university-level academic programmes and reinforcing its commitment to academic excellence and global [...]
Empowering Every Learner: Highlights from the National Dialogue on Inclusive Education Reform
The British Council convened a powerful gathering of education leaders, innovators, and policymakers for its inaugural Sri Lanka Education Symposium 2025 — a first of its kind in its inclusivity and multi-level engagement, and a milestone moment in Sri Lanka’s journey towards a more inclusive, equitable, and future-ready education system. Attendees heard from a distinguished [...]
The Great HR Debate 2025: Celebrating a Landmark Edition and a Champion Team
CIPM Sri Lanka proudly concluded the Great HR Debate 2025 on a high note, with DIMO PLC emerging as champions at the Grand Finale held on 2nd June 2025 at the Monarch Imperial, coinciding with the inauguration of the National HR Conference (NHRC) 2025. The final debate featured an intellectually charged face-off between DIMO PLC [...]
Victoria Central Graduate School Launches New Era of Education with NCC International Foundation Diploma
Victoria Central Graduate School, a pioneering institution dedicated to shaping the future of higher education in Sri Lanka, marked a significant milestone at the recent held official launch of its flagship programme: the NCC International Foundation Diploma (IFD). The event, held at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo, was a vibrant gathering of academic leaders, industry experts, [...]
A Silver Jubilee Celebration to Lyceum International School Panadura
A quarter of a century in the field of education is a milestone for celebration. Lyceum International School Panadura thus entered its 26th Year of service in the field of Education in Sri Lanka, a foundation once laid, now stronger with bricks growing into mounting buildings that house and nurture over 3700 students from pre-primary, [...]
APIIT Launches BSc (Hons) Psychology awarded by University of Staffordshire, UK
Psychology influences everything we do, from how we respond to different environments to how social media shapes our wellbeing. The BSc (Hons) Psychology course from University of Staffordshire, now offered at APIIT Sri Lanka, provides you with a comprehensive and intellectually stimulating journey into understanding the human mind by exploring the reasons behind thoughts, emotions, [...]
Diligent, Dynamic, Vibrant, Resolute and Astute Leaders are the Need of the Hour
“Esp”, The Emerging Trend In Leadership Management Be A Global Leader LEADERSHIP MANAGEMENT EDUCATION EXPERT OPINION BY: MARUTHAI RAVINDHIRAN In today’s world, dynamic,vibrant, resolute and astute leadership is preferred because it fosters adaptation, resilience, and positive team dynamics. Dynamic and vibrant leaders excel at communication, negotiation and developing strategies to navigate change effectively. They prioritise open [...]
Beyond the Boardroom: Making Marketing Matter for Every Sri Lankan Entrepreneur
Marketing is one of the most important subjects in today’s world. Whether it’s for a business or an individual, marketing helps build success. For small and medium businesses, its value cannot be ignored. According to Edgar (2023), marketing is crucial for SMEs, as it helps define their value proposition, connect with the right customers, and [...]
Human + AI: The Winning Formula for the Future of Work
“AI Won’t Replace You – But Someone Using It Might: Here’s How to Stay Ahead” The proliferation of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) innovations necessitates a new approach to employee attraction, engagement, and retention. Our survey finds that compared to late adopters, companies adopting gen AI earlier place greater emphasis on talent development, with two-thirds already [...]
Why Professionals Need To Take Ownership Of Their Own Development
Introduction In today’s rapidly changing professional landscape, taking responsibility for your own development is more important than ever. With ongoing technological advancements and shifting market demands, relying solely on employers for growth opportunities is insufficient. A proactive and self-driven approach to personal and professional development enables individuals to stay current, adaptable, and competitive. By constantly [...]
Lyceum Campus Launches the Diploma in Special Needs Education
The Lyceum Campus Diploma in Special Needs Education is a thoughtfully designed professional course that equips aspiring and current educators with the tools necessary to effectively support children with diverse learning needs. Recognising the unique challenges of Sri Lankan classrooms, this programme blends local understanding with proven South Asian and Western educational approaches. It ensures [...]
Aquinas College of Higher Studies: A Beacon of Excellence in Education
Nestled in the heart of Colombo, Aquinas College of Higher Studies stands tall as a trusted and well-established institution committed to shaping the minds and futures of Sri Lanka’s young generation. With a proud legacy of academic excellence and national service for over 70 years, Aquinas continues to be a center of learning that [...]