A/L high achievers shine
The ninth phase of the islandwide programme to recognise outstanding achievers of GCE Advanced Level implemented by the President’s Fund, was held under the patronage of Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya this week at Temple Trees. Under this phase, students from the Western Province who obtained excellent results at the GCE Advanced Level Examinations in 2023 [...]
China to provide free school uniform material for 2026
The Chinese government has stepped in again to provide free school uniform material for students as a grant. Accordingly, all school uniform material for government and government assisted schools for 2026 will be provided through this grant, Deputy Minister of Education Madhura Senevirathna said. The Chinese government also supplied the entire quota of 11.817 million [...]
Anti-ragging task force meets university students
The National Task Force to Prevent All Forms of Violence, including ragging, in universities, has held a meeting with student representatives of all state universities. Members of the task force had invited student representatives for a meeting to obtain their views and suggestions on efforts to eradicate ragging from universities, Deputy Minister of Education Madhura [...]
Local universities to partner with foreign institutes
The Cabinet this week granted approval for several universities to enter into memoranda of understanding with foreign universities. The proposal was submitted by Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya. The agreements are as follows. The project agreement between the University of Peradeniya and the Alliance of National and International Science Organizations for the Belt and Road Regions [...]
Programme to promote psychological well-being among disaster-affected families held in Gampola
A mental health awareness and relief programme was held this week at the Ranasingharama Temple in Panwilathenna, Gampola, with emphasis on children affected by the recent floods and landslides. The programme was organised under the leadership of social activist Dileepa Samarakoon, with the support of humanitarian groups from Mahara and Kadawatha. The initiative focused on [...]
1,382 schools affected by Cyclone Ditwah: PM
A total of 1,382 schools have been directly affected by Cyclone Ditwah, according to statistics available as at December 17, Prime Minister and Education Minister Harini Amarasuriya told Parliament on Friday. Giving an update on the damage caused to the education sector from the disaster, she added that the vast majority of the affected schools [...]
Education Ministry R&D branch achievements highlighted in progress report
According to the 2025 Education Ministry progress report the research and development branch had obtained special achievements. One such achievement was the student research day programme for 2025, which was held on June 20, at Eheliyagoda Central College, with the participation of 600 students and 50 teachers. Another was issuing a circular on September 4, [...]
Lankan delegation join Global Dialogue on AI Era School Education
A delegation of lecturers represented Sri Lanka at the UNSECO Global Dialogue on AI Era School Education conference held in Nanjing Normal University in China from December 11-12. The delegation consisted of Dr Gaya Jayakody, Head of the Department of Science for Technology at the Faculty of Technology University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Dr Asoka de [...]
Nelly’s Kidz international celebrates successful year
Nelly’s Kidz international celebrates the end of yet another successful year, filled with moments of exuberant joy, growth and development among its students. Held at Olanro Negombo Hotel on the 4th December, the year end party of 2025 was a fun filled event comprised of festive dancing items done by all the classes, a beautiful [...]
BSC shines at Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards 2025
The British School in Colombo (BSC) celebrated exceptional academic success at the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards 2025, held at the BMICH in Colombo. BSC recorded a remarkable level of recognition from Cambridge International Education, reflecting outstanding student achievement across both Cambridge Advanced Level and IGCSE examinations. Despite its relatively small student population, the school secured [...]
HIS Vision: HER Destiny
Lifting a yoke is light when guided by vision— the future pressing not as a burden, but as direction. Standing firm feels natural when the vision is alive, And the buds beside you prepare to lift their heads. Beginning the journey was only the first step, Lo! Behold your work did not end with [...]
SAB Campus of CA Sri Lanka celebrates 9th Annual Convocation with over 300 graduates
Reaffirming its continued excellence and commitment to nurturing future-ready accounting and business professionals, the SAB Campus of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) held its 9th Annual Convocation on 12 December 2025 at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), Colombo. The convocation marked a significant milestone for the campus, [...]
Embark on your Academic Journey in Psychology with APIIT Sri Lanka!
Psychology, the scientific study of the mind and behaviour, is a fascinating field that touches every aspect of human life. Yet, despite its profound impact and growing relevance, it is often shrouded in common misconceptions. Separating myth from fact is crucial for a clearer understanding of ourselves and also for those considering a professional journey [...]
GCF to Present Round 2 of Research Grants on December 18
The Gamani Corea Foundation (GCF) presentes Round 2 of the GCF Research Grants Awards on 18 December at the BMICH, marking the second successive grant award scheme conducted by the Foundation. A total of 22 research grants, comprising both team and individual awards, will be conferred under this round. The GCF Research Awards 2025–2026 will [...]
FROM RESENTMENT TO RESILIENCE: NAVIGATING AMIDST OFFICE FAVOURITISM
Introduction In the intricate dynamics of modern workplaces, favoritism can act as an invisible yet potent force, influencing career paths and undermining morale. Observing colleagues advance due to personal connections may foster resentment and self-doubt, even among accomplished professionals. However, you can harness this frustration to build resilience. By transforming bitterness into empowerment and redefining [...]
Quality is everything and everything is quality
BUSINESS, SALES AND MARKETING EDUCATION BY MARUTHAI RAVINDHIRAN If you have mediocre sales and marketing representatives, they will definitely produce mediocre results. They will even disturb or delay your processes. When they are out in the field for every problem, whether it is small or big, they call you frequently to sort out the [...]
Gateway’s Dhanuka Shines at the YMBA Light of Asia Centenary Celebration
Gateway College Colombo proudly celebrates an extraordinary achievement at the Centenary Celebration of the Light of Asia Competition, held on 6 December 2025. Dhanuka Wijegoonaratne emerged as the Winner of the Junior Boys Category, captivating the judges with his exceptional eloquence, clarity of expression, and deep understanding of the selected extract. In commemoration of the [...]
Lyceum Celebrates Mr. Madhura Sanjaya, Asia’s Pearson Edexcel Innovator of the Year
Lyceum International School, Nugegoda proudly celebrates a landmark achievement as Mr. Madhura Sanjaya Loku Kaluge was honoured with the prestigious title of Pearson Edexcel Innovator of the Year for Asia at the 2025 Pearson Teacher Awards held on 26th June. This remarkable recognition highlights his pioneering contributions to science education, his passion for innovation, and [...]
Positioning Sri Lanka as a Regional Knowledge Hub
Why is this the right moment for Sri Lanka to rethink its education sector? Sri Lanka stands at a pivotal point in its educational evolution. Major higher education destinations such as Australia, Canada, the UK, and the US have introduced more restrictive student visa conditions and tighter post-study work rights, driven by internal labour demands, [...]
Marketing Alumni Association of USJ Outlines Strategic Vision to Strengthen the Future of Marketing in Sri Lanka
The Marketing Alumni Association (MAA) of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) set out its strategic direction for the year ahead at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on 10 December 2025. The event brought together academic representatives from the Department of Marketing Management and a strong contingent of alumni, providing a platform to review [...]
From Insight to Impact: The Great HR Quiz 2026 Shapes Tomorrow’s HR Leaders
Sri Lanka’s most anticipated intellectual showdown in the people profession is back—bigger, bolder, and more future-focused than ever before. The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management Sri Lanka (CIPM) proudly announces the Great HR Quiz 2026, the ninth, inviting organisations across the country to nominate their best minds and take centre stage at one of the [...]
IMC Campus Hosts Its Annual Graduation Ceremony at BMICH
IMC Campus successfully conducted its Annual Graduation Ceremony on 8th December 2025, for the third consecutive year, at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), celebrating the academic achievements of its graduating students. The ceremony was graced by Professor Udaya Mohan Devdas, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of [...]
Poseidon Pool Adds to Lyceum Kurunegala’s Growing Sports Infrastructure
Lyceum International School Kurunegala opened its new Poseidon Swimming Pool on 13 November 2025, marking the second swimming pool established by the school. This modern facility further strengthens Lyceum’s sports programme and reinforces its commitment to developing well-rounded students. Ms. Anusha Dissanayake, Deputy Directress of Education Development at the Kurunegala Zonal Education Office, attended as [...]
A Sri Lankan university on the global stage: KIU’s journey of national and international recognition
Over recent years, KIU University and the KIU Group of Companies have emerged as one of Sri Lanka’s most consistently recognised institutions, earning national and international accolades across healthcare, sustainability, workforce development, and community impact. These achievements reflect a focused institutional commitment to delivering well-governed, high-impact initiatives that address national priorities while meeting global standards [...]
ANC Education and Achievers Lanka Partner to Boost Academic Pathways for CIMA, CA and ACCA graduates
ANC Education, one of Sri Lanka’s leading private higher education providers with a strong legacy of delivering internationally recognised academic pathways, has entered into a strategic collaboration with Achievers Lanka Business School, one of the country’s most respected professional education institutions. This partnership is driven by a shared commitment to elevate the professional and academic [...]
Services-Led Growth: Is Sri Lanka Quietly Rewriting Its Growth Model?
For much of its post-independence history, Sri Lanka’s growth narrative revolved around a narrow set of traditional sectors—tea, rubber, apparel, construction, and tourism. Official data indicate that apparel alone accounted for approximately 40–45 per cent of merchandise exports for nearly two decades, while tea and rubber together accounted for a further 15–18 percent. Although these [...]
Visioning 2026: The year of Financial Break Through
As professionals and business leaders prepare to face growing economic and organisational challenges, Visioning 2026, one of Sri Lanka’s longest-running personal and professional development programmes, will be conducted in English medium on 3rd January 2026 at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo. Now in its 21st consecutive year, Visioning is conducted by Dr. Kuma Iddamallena, a leadership [...]
Sri Lankan school earns regional praise at AIA Healthiest Schools Competition
18th Dec 2025 — Jaffna Hindu College was named as one of the winners at the regional award ceremony of the prestigious AIA Healthiest Schools Competition, a flagship initiative by AIA Group aimed at promoting healthier habits among students across Asia-Pacific region through innovative school-based projects. The competition, which drew a record number of entries [...]