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School students view a photo exhibition organised by the cultural section of the Iranian Embassy in Colombo. On display at the exhibition were the photographs of the students killed in the US-Israeli attack on the Minab school in southern Iran. Pic by Indika handuwala
Australian professor weighs in on Sri Lanka’s proposed education reforms
Australian professor of linguistics Luke William Harding, chairman of the committee for reviewing the evaluation and assessment process under the new education reforms, met with Prime Minister and Education Minister Harini Amarasuriya this week. Professor Harding, a Professor of Applied Linguistics at Lancaster University (UK), was in Sri Lanka from March 20 to 25 to [...]
9 undergrads from Kelaniya Uni get Japanese scholarships
Nine exceptional students from the Japanese Unit of the Department of Modern Languages, University of Kelaniya, have received scholarships to pursue their studies in Japan. This achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of the students, as well as the continuous guidance and support provided by the academic staff of the Japanese Unit, the university [...]
New Dean at Kelaniya Social Sciences Faculty
Professor Chaminda Abeysinghe assumed duties as the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Kelaniya this week. Professor Abeysinghe is the first dean elected from the Department of International Studies, marking a milestone for both the department and the faculty. He brings expertise as a scholar in Asian politics, international relations, [...]
Pera agri alumni help rebuilding fund
The 2002–2003 batch of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, has made a contribution to the Faculty’s rebuilding fund following the damage caused by Cyclone Ditwah. The extreme weather disrupted academic activities, damaged infrastructure, and created challenges for students, staff, and the wider university community. The university said the contribution will play an important [...]
Indian scholarships for estate students
The Indian High Commission has called applications from children of estate workers for the awarding of scholarships by the Ceylon Estate Workers’ Education Trust (CEWET). These scholarships are available for GCE Advanced Level, undergraduate courses and for vocational/technical education in government technical colleges in Sri Lanka. Students who have passed GCE Ordinary Level with a [...]
ERASMUS+ NSIS Awareness Day highlights Digital Transformation and Research Skills for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The National Awareness Day (NAD) of the Erasmus+ NSIS Project was successfully held on 19 March 2026 at the University of Colombo, bringing together academics, policymakers, researchers, librarians, and industry representatives to explore strategies for strengthening innovation and entrepreneurship in Sri Lanka. The event was organised by the University of Kelaniya in collaboration with the [...]
Installation Ceremony of AATSL Toastmasters Under the Theme, “Connect to Conquer”
The AATSL and AATSL Emerging Toastmasters Clubs celebrated their Installation Ceremony recently, at theAAT Sri Lanka auditorium. This significant event marked the official transition of leadership for the newlyelected committee, comprised of accounting professionals. The ceremony began with the traditional lighting of the oil lamp, followed by inspiring speeches from Chief Guest AAT Sri Lanka [...]
University of East Anglia (UEA) UK and Colombo International Campus Join Forces to Elevate Sri Lanka’s Higher Education Landscape
Colombo International Campus (CIC) announced a strategic partnership with the University of East Anglia (UEA) UK, marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s higher education landscape. This collaboration brings the academic excellence and global recognition of a world-classuniversity directly to Sri Lankan students, offering the opportunity to achieve some of the best internationally recognized qualifications [...]
Bank of Ceylon donates 300 computers to University of Peradeniya
Bank of Ceylon has donated 300 computers to the University of Peradeniya to support the restoration of facilities affected by Cyclone Ditwah, which struck Sri Lanka in November last year. The university sustained damage to a number of its facilities during the severe weather event, and the donation was made to support its ongoing rehabilitation [...]
Study Abroad Made Seamless with Lyceum Placements Guidance
As students and parents prepare to embark on global academic journeys, navigating the complexities of relocation can often feel overwhelming. Addressing this need, the study abroad arm of the Lyceum Education Group, Lyceum Placements, recently conducted a comprehensive and well-structured pre-departure briefing session for its students. The session was designed to equip departing students with [...]
Farewell Tribute to Mrs. Anoma Wijesuriya
A farewell ceremony was held on March 26th at the head office in Rajagiriya for Mrs. Anoma Wijesuriya, who retired after 36 years of service at the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon. Mrs. Wijesuriya’s contributions to the Finance Department and the IChemC, demonstrated in many ways through her dedication and experience throughout her tenure, were highly [...]
SLT-MOBITEL contributes to national development through innovation, resilience, and a people-first vision
SLT-MOBITEL, Sri Lanka’s National ICT Solutions Provider, is combining innovation, resilience, and a people‑first vision to amplify efforts at expanding the country’s digital transformation agenda. Building on strong FY 2025 financial results, the company is pioneering initiatives to elevate customer experiences, strengthen enterprises, and advance national digital inclusion, establishing SLT-MOBITEL’s role in driving Sri Lanka’s [...]
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General extends strategic partnership with SLIIT to safeguard teachers through Guru Buhuman insurance solution
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited (SLICGL), Sri Lanka’s No. 1 general insurer and the country’s most trusted provider, has strengthened its engagement with the education sector, extending the strategic partnership with the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) for the second consecutive year, to strengthen National Educator Awards (NEA) initiatives as the official [...]
Engineering your future with APIIT Sri Lanka!
The world is changing faster than ever, and at the heart of this exciting transformation is engineering. From the devices in our pockets to the way our cities are powered, engineers are the people who design, build, and improve almost everything around us. For young, ambitious minds in Sri Lanka, choosing a career in engineering [...]
Study in Australia – Aged care and Community Services Excellent Career Opportunities in Australia and Worldwide
When it comes to higher education there are quite common and popular major areas of study students and their parents think and look at. The decision to pursue higher education for a future career is often taken based on gut feeling, popularity among peers, pressure from family or everyone does it and I might as [...]
Sparking Action to Ignite Change: British Council Youth Climate Ambassadors showcase 24 projects to alleviate climate change at ‘The Climate Spark’
Can young people be effective advocates for the climate? The British Council in Sri Lanka’s longstanding commitment to youth climate action has yielded the data to demonstrate their impact. Over the last three years alone, the organisation has engaged 770 young people across 114 climate action projects. Participants in its latest programme- University Youth Climate [...]
A New Career Revolution in Sports and Lifestyle Medicine
In today’s world, where non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and mental health conditions are on the rise, a new and powerful approach to healthcare is gaining global attention—sports and lifestyle medicine. This emerging field is not only reshaping how diseases are prevented and managed but is also opening up exciting career opportunities [...]
Dr. Kithsiri Edirisinghe MBBS, MSc, MD (Medical Administration), PhD in Health Sciences, Master Trainer (Australia), IVLP ( USA) Co- Founder/ CEO/ Director Academics, Strategy, and International Affairs – International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS), Chairman, Green Healthcare Pvt Ltd.
Dr. Kithsiri Edirisinghe, Founder and CEO of the International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS), is a leading figure in Sri Lanka’s healthcare and education sectors. With over 35 years in healthcare and 20 in education, he pioneered nursing education reform and hospital consultancy. He serves as the Treasurer of the College of Medical Administrators, he [...]
CFA Society Sri Lanka to Host Career Fest 2026 in Celebration of CFA Institute Global Career Month
CFA Society Sri Lanka has announced the launch of Career Fest 2026; a flagship career initiative held in alignment with CFA Institute’s Global Career Month 2026 and marking the 25th anniversary of CFA Society Sri Lanka. The event will take place on Friday, 27 March 2026 from 9.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. at the Courtyard [...]
SAB Campus of CA Sri Lanka welcomes over 200 new students for Applied Accounting and Business Analytics degrees
SAB Campus of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) proudly inaugurated the 20th intake of the BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting and the 4th intake of the B.Mgt (Hons) in Business Analytics this March at the CA Sri Lanka Auditorium. This milestone event marked the beginning of an inspiring new [...]
Empowering the Future: Women in Aviation International – Sri Lanka Chapter Celebrates International Women’s Day with Industry Leaders
Women in Aviation Sri Lanka (WAISL) hosted a special International Women’s Day event that brought together aviation professionals, industry leaders, students, and aspiring aviation enthusiasts for an inspiring panel discussion and networking session focused on empowering women in aviation. The event aimed to highlight the wide range of career opportunities available within the aviation industry [...]
ESOFT UNI Unveils New Degree Programmes with Kingston University UK
ESOFT UNI has announced the pre-launch of a new portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in partnership with the globally recognised Kingston University London, reinforcing a longstanding collaboration that spans over 13 years. The announcement was made at a special media briefing hosted by ESOFT UNI, highlighting the institution’s continued commitment to delivering internationally recognised, [...]
Wycherley International School celebrates 40 years with landmark coffee table book
Wycherley International School recently marked a major milestone with the launch of its 40th Anniversary Coffee Table Book, a celebration of four decades of vision, dedication, and educational excellence. “This book has been a personal dream of mine,” said Mr. Dayan Fernando, former Principal of Wycherley Colombo and now Coordinating Principal of Wycherley Schools and [...]
Born To Win Relationships introduces a new scientific approach to learning
Born To Win Relationships has introduced a new educational approach aimed at enhancing children’s learning processes through scientific methods, presenting a fresh perspective on why children differ in their learning speed and ability to understand. This variation is not determined solely by intelligence, but largely by how children perceive information. Based on the Feature Integration [...]
IIHS and NSB partner to expand access to global healthcare education
The International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS) has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Savings Bank (NSB) to enhance access to globally recognised healthcare education for Sri Lankan students. The collaboration was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), under which NSB will provide accessible student loan facilities to support students enrolling in [...]
Two Head Prefects from the same preschool
Ayoma Fernando and Adhirupini Tyagarajah, former classmates at Ladies’ College, shared not only a friendship but also a deep passion for Montessori education. They founded ABC School of Early Learning on January 7, 1992 with just eight children. What began as a small initiative rooted in dedication and care has since grown into one of [...]
MSI opens global pathways for Sri Lankan A/L Graduates
Choosing the right academic pathway after Advanced Level (A/L) examinations is one of the most defining decisions in shaping a student’s future. The right choice builds a strong academic foundation while opening doors to international opportunities and long-term career success. That journey begins with Management and Science University (MSU), Malaysia, and its offshore campus [...]