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Southern Cross University (SCU), one of Australia’s leading public universities, in partnership with NSBM Green University, is opening doors for Sri Lankan students to earn a globally recognised Australian Bachelor of Business – right here at home.
The Sub-Committee on Youth Entrepreneurship (SCYE), appointed by the Sectoral Oversight Committee (SOC) on Education, Manpower and Human Capital, convened in Parliament on Jan 21, 2026 under the chairmanship of MP Sunil Rajapaksha, with the objective of taking necessary measures to nurture young entrepreneurs throug…
The new educational reforms that came into being effective from yesterday have rightfully laid emphasis on a practical learning approach rather than the on-going exam oriented one. The reforms aim to reduce students’ stress, introduce vocational training at an early stage and modernise the present curricula.
The war survivor fell in love with acting in high school and has won numerous awards, including South Korea’s equivalent of the Oscars
Hyperscalers embrace the AI agent, which can execute tasks without step-by-step instructions, but privacy concerns loom large
Concerns over fiscal policy and transparency sparked a sell-off, as Indonesian stocks plunged 8 per cent in just two days
Rising geopolitical tensions and shifting monetary policy expectations are reinforcing gold’s investment role
China’s central government unveils plans for policy to reduce industrial labour pains caused by widespread use of artificial intelligence
EU foreign ministers agreed Thursday to designate Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a "terrorist" group, the bloc's foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, said.
Preliminary discussions on establishing a National Film School in Sri Lanka were held recently (22) under the leadership of the Parliamentary Caucus on Arts and Cultural Affairs.
Sources tell SCMP the plan will take effect as early as 2027-28 academic year
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Prime Minister and Minister of Education Dr. Harini Amarasuriya officially launched Sri Lanka’s transformative national education reforms today at Gunasekara Vidyalaya in Athurugiriya, beginning with Grade 1.
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Youngster suffers brain damage, lung injuries in car accident; ‘determined’ mother, school friends, teacher help him regain consciousness
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The rule of the strongest is back: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke of a "new world of great powers" at the World Economic Forum in Davos last week. There was much talk of armament, economic might, power plays — and of course US President Donald Trump.
The national programme to inaugurate the implementation of new educational reforms starting from Grade One in 2026 will be held at the Gunasekara Vidyalaya Athurugiriya under the patronage of the Prime Minister and Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya today. This majo…
Shanaal Binuksha of D. S. Senanayake College, Colombo delivered an outstanding all-round performance against Royal College, Colombo in their Under-19 two-day inter-school cricket fixture yesterday.
The Monetary Policy Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 7.75 percent, reaffirming its commitment to steering inflation towards the medium-term target of 5 percent while supporting the country’s ongoing economic recovery amid global uncertainties.
After a convulsive struggle for national liberation from British colonialism which tore the subcontinent apart, India gained its independence in 1947. Way ahead of Ceylon, on the cusp of this momentous event, it established a degree-awarding College of Nursing at the University of Delhi in 1946, a committee having v…
PFEC Global is bringing decision closer to home by hosting the World Study Fair 2026, on January 31, the second edition of its international education exhibition, returning bigger and better to connect students directly with leading global institutions under one roof.
Janashakthi Life, a subsidiary of JXG Janashakthi Group, through its ‘Shilpashakthi’ initiative, has reinforced its commitment to educational excellence with the completion of its Year 5 Scholarship Seminars.
Oshaka Gayana’s all-round performance steered Upananda National School Manavila to victory over Siri Abhayatiss Maha Vidyalaya Wathugedara by innings and 14 runs in their first round fixture of the Under 13 division 3 inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored b…
Thurstan College Colombo and St. Anthony’s College Katugastota declared joint champions of the Under 13 division 1 inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket yesterday.
Horizon College International Under-16 girls TT players with officials after retaining the TISSL Inter-International Schools’ Table Tennis title for a third straight year.
Charles Sturt University, recently hosted a roundtable discussion on the future of higher education in Sri Lanka at its Colombo campus.
St. Joseph’s College, Colombo 10, recently held a welcome ceremony for Grade 1 students in 2026. Rector Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi and Vice Rector and Primary School Principal Rev. Fr. Priyan Tissera welcomed the children. Teachers, parents, and students enjoyed special performances at the sports complex cum auditorium.
The US president had been pushing for cuts at the central bank’s first policy gathering this year
The Royal College Union Aquatics Club (RCUAC) will conduct the RCUAC Challenge Shield water polo and swimming on February 7 and 8 at the Royal College swimming pool. Expanding into a vibrant two-day celebration themed ‘A Weekend at the Pool’ the event brings together junior athletes, schools, families and supporters.
US Secretary of State and acting national security adviser Marco Rubio testified Wednesday before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on US policy toward Venezuela after the ouster of Nicolas Maduro.
Vietnam has a growing number of millionaires, and signs of growth are everywhere. But this prosperity comes at a price: anyone who dares to criticize the official policy of the Communist Party risks losing everything.
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Food safety practices should not be limited to the classroom, but must become an integral part of children’s attitudes and daily behaviours, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said today(28).
China’s educators must teach students to ask thousands of good questions, rather than give the same correct answer, Ma says
The National Defence Strategy states that the US will provide ‘more limited’ support to its allies in line with the ‘America-first’ policy
Starting off with improv in school, she joined Amy Poehler’s comedy group and broke through as the youngest correspondent on The Daily Show
Fashion Bug has launched the third phase of its Happy Bear book donation programme, reaching out to students affected by the recent floods in the Naranwita, Gampola area. The initiative provided essential school supplies to children from families impacted by the adverse weather conditions, offering much-needed suppo…
The Monetary Policy Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) concluded its latest meeting yesterday (27), opting to maintain its current monetary policy stance.
I remember a trip I made to Dambana with my friend Ariyapala Ratnayake about twenty years ago. The first place we went was Gurukumbura School. At first glance, the school—consisting of only a few classrooms—gave us the impression of being isolated and solitary, situated in the middle of a forest village. At that tim…
Speculation was growing that Beijing would relax a ban on for-profit tutoring to boost the economy. Then a firm was hit with a US$9.7 million penalty
High-profile, at times lethal and potentially unconstitutional actions by federal US immigration officers could be changing the views of Americans on a cornerstone Donald Trump policy.
Hirusha Premarathna, left arm leg spinner of Henegama Central claimed all 10 wickets against Galahitiyawa Central College in their fixture of the Under 19 Two days inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association with sponsorship by Sri Lanka Cricket yesterday.
The Sri Lanka Navy rendered assistance for restoration of premises at the Galle fisheries harbour recently, in support of the national ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ programme. As a key partner in the Presidential Task Force for the ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ national project, the Navy is committed to realising the national policy framew…
The Institute of Chemistry Ceylon conducted the Orientation Programme for the new intake on January 25, at its Malabe Campus.
Representatives of Sri Lanka participated in the International Parliamentary Roundtable on Human-Wildlife Co-existence, held in Gaborone, Botswana recently, alongside MPs from 12 countries, including Botswana, other African nations, selected European Union Member States and Asian countries.
Serendia Vol. 1, an inter-school literary and creative competition celebrating Sri Lanka’s cultural, traditional, and historical identity, was successfully held recently at the Royal MAS Arena, recently. The event brought together students from across the country in a vibrant showcase of creativity, heritage, and yo…
The entries for the All – Island Freestyle Swimming Meet – 2026 .organised by the Kelaniya ACE Aquatics will close on February 01 st.. The event is open to all schools and swimming clubs in the country. Valuable prizes are on offer for the winners.
Analysis finds Trump’s tariff threats often go unfulfilled, or retracted, with markets dismissing them as strategic bluster rather than firm policy