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Al- Awwal School Sports Day 2025

Al-Awwal School held its Sports Day at Janaka Ranawaka Ground – Rajagiriya recently. Mr Ravindra Pushpakumara, Senior cricket coach, former Sri Lanka Cricketer and member of Sri Lanka’s 1996 World cup champions’ team graced the occasion as the chief guest. The event showcased athletic and creative skills of the students of all grades and was Al- Awwal School Sports Day 2025

New circular for Grade 6 admissions issued

The Ministry of Education has issued a circular related to the admission of students to Grade 6 based on the results of the Grade 5 Scholarship Examination. According to the ministry, this circular can be accessed via the website www.moe.gov.lk. 

Knowing When to Expand: The Balance Between Vision, Timing, and Numbers

Expansion is not just about getting bigger — it’s about getting better. The smartest leaders grow not because they can, but because they should. By Chathura Kotagama Every business leader dreams of growth — new markets, new teams, more reach, more revenue. Expansion is an alluring milestone that signals progress and ambition. Yet, history shows Knowing When to Expand: The Balance Between Vision, Timing, and Numbers

AIESEC Global Volunteer 2025-2026 : Your Time to “Raise Your Voice”

AIESEC Sri Lanka invites young leaders to join the project, “Raise Your Voice”, giving them the opportunity to lead change, promote equality and celebrate diversity. This initiative encourages youth to take an active role in addressing critical global issues like gender inequality, by challenging stereotypes and empowering all genders to stand strong and together in AIESEC Global Volunteer 2025-2026 : Your Time to “Raise Your Voice”

Youth Global Forum 2026 – Madrid, Spain

Registration Deadline : November 25, 2025 Dates : January 15–18, 2026 Location : Madrid, Spain The Youth Global Forum (YGF) is an international gathering designed to bring together young leaders, thinkers and innovators from across the globe. Organized by the Centre for Global Dialogue and Leadership (CGDL), this forum aims to engage youth in meaningful Youth Global Forum 2026 – Madrid, Spain

Call for Applications: Postgraduate Diploma in Bilingual Education

Fifty scholarship opportunities are now open for the Postgraduate Diploma in Bilingual Education. The Ministry of Education, through its Bilingual Education Branch, in collaboration with the Postgraduate Institute of English (Open University of Sri Lanka), is inviting applications from teachers currently engaged in bilingual education. Teachers who meet eligibility criteria can apply for one of Call for Applications: Postgraduate Diploma in Bilingual Education

A Talking Robot Created by Sasiru and Ramiru from Anuradhapura

In a small home in Deepthigama, Anuradhapra, live twin brothers, Sasiru and Ramiru, two remarkable young inventors who have created a talking humanoid AI robot. Sasiru and Ramiru are grade 10 students yet they won 1st place at the All-Island School Robot & Invention Competition 2025 for their outstanding creation. Their invention is designed as A Talking Robot Created by Sasiru and Ramiru from Anuradhapura

Kenneth of Lyceum Wattala Secures Triple Crown at South Asia Regional Championship

A rising badminton star, Kenneth Aruggoda of Lyceum International School, Wattala, has made history by securing Triple Crown at the 2025 South Asia Regional Badminton Championship. Held in Thimphu, Bhutan, from August 15 to 22, the event showcased the region’s top young talents. Kenneth’s exceptional performance earned him titles in : Additionally, he emerged as Kenneth of Lyceum Wattala Secures Triple Crown at South Asia Regional Championship

ICOBI 2025 Pre-Conference to Feature Three Minute Thesis Competition – NSBM Green University

The International Conference on Business Innovation (ICOBI) 2025 is kicking off with an inspiring Pre-Conference event, the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition, set to take place on 15th October 2025 at 1:30 p.m. in the Green Board Room of NSBM Green University. Event Details This fast-paced and thought-provoking competition will see doctoral students take on ICOBI 2025 Pre-Conference to Feature Three Minute Thesis Competition – NSBM Green University

Warwick University Postgraduate Research Scholarships

The University of Warwick, UK, offers a range of Postgraduate Research (PGR) Scholarships for students pursuing advanced degrees such as PhD, MPhil/PhD, and EngD. These scholarships are designed to support talented researchers from around the world, including Sri Lanka, in pursuing high-quality research in a variety of academic disciplines. The scholarships aim to cover tuition Warwick University Postgraduate Research Scholarships

Faster Recognition for University Degrees to Boost Youth Employment

The Sri Lankan Government has taken steps to introduce a faster system to recognise university degrees, aiming to help graduates find jobs without long administrative delays. Under the new plan, the process of accrediting academic qualifications will be made quicker and more efficient. This means that students who complete their university education will not have Faster Recognition for University Degrees to Boost Youth Employment

Sri Lanka Skills Expo 2025 Showcasing Young Talent and Innovation

The Sri Lanka Skills Expo 2025 was held at the Temple Trees Convention Centre in Colombo, drawing significant public interest from across the country. The two-day event was officially inaugurated by Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya. Among the attendees were numerous schoolchildren, eager to explore opportunities in vocational and technical career pathways. Organised by the Tourism Sri Lanka Skills Expo 2025 Showcasing Young Talent and Innovation

‘Suraksha’ student insurance upgraded with higher medical & life coverage

The Education Ministry has updated the ‘Suraksha’ student insurance scheme, offering enhanced medical and life benefits for school students under a renewed agreement with the Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd., signed on Thursday (09) under the patronage of Education Ministry Secretary Nalaka Kaluwewa. Under the revised scheme, the inpatient benefit has been increased to ‘Suraksha’ student insurance upgraded with higher medical & life coverage

Small Grant Scheme for Australia Awards Alumni Sri Lanka

Australia Awards alumni are warmly invited to apply for a grant up to AUD 5,000 to support an innovative project that aim to make a positive impact in Sri Lanka. Alumni may apply individually or in groups before 15 November 2025. The Australia Awards aim to build skills, foster innovation, and strengthen partnerships between Australia Small Grant Scheme for Australia Awards Alumni Sri Lanka

Colombo Uni warns against misleading social media posts

The University of Colombo has warned the public about several misleading social media posts that misuse the university’s name in relation to research and development activities. Issuing a statement, the university said it will be compelled to take action against the spread of misleading information, considering the serious impact on the university’s reputation and patient Colombo Uni warns against misleading social media posts