Vibrant colours at independence celebrations
A combination of youth groups added colour to the 78th National Independence Day celebrations held at the Independence Square Colombo. The cultural pageant consisted of 543 participants. Pic by Indika Handuwala
Rebuild Pera Donor Conference to support university’s recovery
The University of Peradeniya will host the Rebuild Pera Donor Conference on Thursday, February 12 at 3.30 pm at the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL), Colombo 7, bringing together alumni, industry leaders, government representatives, and well-wishers to support the university’s recovery efforts. The conference will be held with the participation of the Vice Chancellor [...]
O/Level tuition classes to cease on Sunday
All tuition classes, workshops and seminars related to the GCE (Ordinary Level) examination 2025 scheduled to commence next week have been prohibited from Sunday midnight, the Examinations Department said. The examination will be conducted from February 17 to 26, at 3,545 examination centres countrywide. A spokesperson for the department said they have already sent the [...]
Ministry warns against collections for Grade 1 digital equipment
The Education Ministry has warned schools against collecting donations from parents on the pretext of buying digital equipment for Grade 1 new school module. Deputy Minister Madhura Senevirathna said the government has provided whatever equipment is needed, and hence there is no need for parents to give money to buy such equipment. He said there [...]
PM asks schools to stop collecting money for smartboards
Schools have been issued strict instructions not to collect money from parents of students for the purchase of smartboards, Prime Minister and Education Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya said. In response to a question by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa in parliament on Thursday, the PM said the government had commenced distributing 1,500 smartboards to schools this [...]
5-year fixed placement for new teacher recruits
Teachers recruited from among development officers and graduates who qualify after sitting the competitive examination will be given a fixed 5-year placement in a school with no room for transfer within those years, Deputy Minister of Education Dr Madhura Senevirathna said. He said the placements will be based on subject needs in schools as well [...]
Jaffna University warns against unauthorised logo use
The University of Jaffna has cautioned persons about the unauthorised use of the university emblem. The warning came ahead of the 40th General Convocation of the University of Jaffna which is scheduled to be held from February 19 to 22. The University Administration’s attention has been drawn by certain individuals and institutions who are producing, [...]
Lyceum International School, Nugegoda Shines at 73rd National Badminton Championship 2025
Lyceum International School, Nugegoda delivered a remarkable performance at the 73rd National Badminton Championship 2025, held from 17 to 24 December, bringing pride to both the school and the nation. Competing against Sri Lanka’s top-ranked players, Lyceum athletes demonstrated exceptional skill, resilience, and sportsmanship across multiple age categories. The championship spotlight fell on Nethmi Rathnayake, [...]
Universities (Amendment) Bill certified
Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne has certified the Universities (Amendment) Bill which was passed by parliament in January. The bill seeks to amend the Universities Act, No. 16 of 1978. The relevant gazette notification was published on 21.11.2025, and the bill was presented to parliament for its first reading on 03.12.2025, by the prime minister and minister [...]
Seylan Tikiri Empowers Children with First Ever Islandwide Initiative on Financial Literacy
Seylan Tikiri, the leading minor savings account in the country, celebrated World Children’s Month (WCM) for the 12th consecutive year with a series of island wide initiatives, marking the first time a bank in Sri Lanka has rolled out a nationwide celebration for WCM. The initiative featured numerous initiatives designed with the aim to introduce [...]
Unlocking the Keys to Success: The Importance of EQ, SQ, IQ, TQ, CQ, AQ
In the pursuit of success, individuals often focus solely on intelligence quotient (IQ) as the key determining factor. However, recent research suggests that success is actually influenced by a combination of emotional intelligence (EQ), social intelligence (SQ), technological intelligence (TQ), cultural intelligence (CQ), and adversity intelligence (AQ) in addition to traditional measures of intelligence. And [...]
Education for life and the world of Wisdom
SERIES NUMBER 1 – HAVING A STRONG PURPOSE TO SUCCEED IN LIFE Question : I am soon after my Advanced Level examination.I do not know what to do next in this complex world. I am confused right now. Is there a way to move forward, keep my best interests in mind and succeed in my academic, [...]
National Honour for Dr. Kavya Jayakody at WCIC Prathibabhisheka Awards
In a moment of pride for Sri Lanka’s education and entrepreneurship sectors, Dr. Kavya Jayakody, Founder and Director of International Management Centre (Pvt) Ltd (IMC Campus), was conferred the National Award for Young Woman Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 at the prestigious Prathibabhisheka Awards, organised by the Women’s Chamber of Industry & Commerce (WCIC). The [...]
Lyceum Campus Faculty of Engineering Holds Industry Consultative Board Meeting
The Faculty of Engineering, Lyceum Campus successfully convened its Industry Consultative Board (ICB) Meeting on 16 January, bringing together senior industry professionals and academics to strengthen the relevance and quality of engineering education. The primary objective of the meeting was to introduce the Faculty’s two newly launched degree programmes: Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Engineering [...]
New grade one student admissions for the Minuwangoda Bothale Kanishta Vidyalaya was held Thursday, January 29
The new students were welcomed to the school by having a small event under the theme “Heena Aran Hari Sathutin Iakoleta api Awa” under the new education reforms. The school precision band welcomed the new students, while Prith was chanted to bless the children. Teacher instructor attended the event representing the The Minuwangoda education zone [...]
Study in New Zealand
Primary and Secondary schooling is compulsory for children aged 6 to 16, with the majority of children attending school from the age of 5. There are 13 school years and attending public schools is free for New Zealand citizens and permanent residents from a person’s 5th birthday to the end of the calendar year following [...]
APIIT International Research Conference 2025 Advances Interdisciplinary Research for a Resilient Future
The Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT) Sri Lanka, in collaboration with University of Staffordshire, United Kingdom, successfully hosted the APIIT International Research Conference (AIRC) on 14 January 2026 at the Commercial Credit Academy, Bolgoda. Held under the theme “Intersections of Insights: Research for a Resilient Future,” the conference brought together scholars, researchers, academics, [...]
Sri Lanka Institute of Packaging Celebrates 50th Annual General Meeting
The Sri Lanka Institute of Packaging (SLIP) marked a significant milestone with the successful conclusion of its 50th Annual General Meeting (AGM). The landmark event brought together past presidents, distinguished guests, and members of the Institute, providing an opportunity to reflect on SLIP’s journey and reaffirm its commitment to advancing Sri Lanka’s packaging industry. Presenting [...]
CIPM Great HR Quiz 2026 Concludes with Resounding Success
CIPM Sri Lanka – the nation’s leader in human resource management, successfully concluded one of its flagship events, the CIPM Great HR Quiz 2026, on Wednesday, 28th January 2026, at the Monarch Imperial, Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, with enthusiastic participation from the HR fraternity representing leading private and public sector organisations across the country. Recognised as [...]
Advanced Certificate in Science: The Open University of Sri Lanka Opens New Pathways to University Education
For many Sri Lankan students, the G.C.E. Advanced Level examination is a decisive turning point. While it opens doors for some, others are left searching for alternative routes to pursue their aspirations in science, technology, engineering, and beyond. Recognising this national need, the Faculty of Natural Sciences of the Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL) [...]
Gen Z –struggle with self-imposed barriers
Gen Z is defined term for the population born approximately between 1997 and 2012, following Millennials and preceding Generation Alpha. This group is also identified as the first true “digital natives” who grew up with the internet, smartphones, and social media, shaping them to be pragmatic, authentic, tech-savvy, and socially conscious individuals, who aredriven by [...]
21st Convocation of the College of Chemical Sciences, Institute of Chemistry Ceylon
The 21st Convocation of the College of Chemical Sciences (CCS), Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, was held on 23rd January 2026 at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH). The ceremony marked an important milestone in the academic journey of the graduating students. The event was graced by the Chief Guest, Senior Professor Pathmalal M. Manage [...]
MSI Opens Pathways from Diploma to International Degrees for Sri Lankan Students
For many Sri Lankan students, choosing the right pathway after school is a critical decision. Management & Science Institute (MSI) is addressing this need by offering structured diploma-to-degree pathways, with registrations now open for the March 2026 intake. Students who have completed GCE O/L or A/L examinations, including those with pending results, may begin their [...]