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Royal Institute International School Celebrates Outstanding Pearson Learner Achievements

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Royal Institute International School marked another proud milestone this year as several of its students were honoured at the prestigious Pearson Edexcel – Outstanding Pearson Learner Awards Ceremony. The recognition highlights the exceptional performances of the school’s candidates in the International Advanced Level (IAL) examinations, underscoring their commitment to academic excellence. Their outstanding IAL results … Royal Institute International School Celebrates Outstanding Pearson Learner Achievements

Global Classroom: A Partnership Empowering Students Through Global Learning

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AIESEC in the University of Kelaniya has once again taken a remarkable step toward shaping globally-minded young leaders through its flagship initiative, Project Global Classroom. This year, the organization partnered with Highway International School, Homagama, creating a vibrant space where cultural exchange, language development, and global friendship come together to inspire the next generation. Highway … Global Classroom: A Partnership Empowering Students Through Global Learning

AIESEC in University of Kelaniya Partners with Forest Garden Organics to Cultivate a Greener Tomorrow

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AIESEC in University of Kelaniya has launched a meaningful collaboration with Forest Garden Organics through the Green Leaders project, an initiative dedicated to empowering communities to adopt sustainable lifestyles and take action against climate change. With global conversations on environmental preservation growing more urgent, this partnership brings hope, education, and real change to local communities. … AIESEC in University of Kelaniya Partners with Forest Garden Organics to Cultivate a Greener Tomorrow

Colombo University Staff Receive Guidance on Tax Filing Procedures

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The University of Colombo recently hosted an awareness session to help its employees better understand the process of completing and submitting tax forms. The programme, held on November 20, 2025 at the Jayarathne Auditorium of the Faculty of Management and Finance, was organised by the university’s Human Resource Development Centre. Senior officers from the Inland … Colombo University Staff Receive Guidance on Tax Filing Procedures

Lakshman Dissanayake Honoured for Global Impact in Solar Panel Research

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Professor Lakshman Dissanayake has been internationally acknowledged for his contributions to solar-panel research. According to a citation analysis conducted by Stanford University in cooperation with Elsevier, he has been ranked among the world’s top 2% of scientists. The findings place him among a select group of distinguished researchers whose work has had significant global influence, … Lakshman Dissanayake Honoured for Global Impact in Solar Panel Research

Schools & universities : New update from Education Ministry

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Deputy Minister of Education Madhura Senevirathna has announced that it has been decided to close all schools on the island until further notice. The Deputy Minister further said that higher education institutions, including universities, will remain closed until December 08. He added that the reopening date will be announced soon. The decision has been taken … Schools & universities : New update from Education Ministry

UGC Oversight Committee Raises Concerns Over Private University Recognition

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The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Education, Manpower and Human Capital recently reviewed how private universities function in Sri Lanka, especially whether they are properly recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC). At the meeting held recently under the chairmanship of Hesha Withanage, the Committee expressed concern over a growing number of institutions issuing degrees of … UGC Oversight Committee Raises Concerns Over Private University Recognition

AIESEC in University of Kelaniya Partners with Beacon International School for Project Heartbeat

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AIESEC in University of Kelaniya has embarked on a heartwarming and impactful partnership with Beacon International School through the globally recognized Project Heartbeat. This collaboration brings together passionate international volunteers and a school dedicated to nurturing children with special needs, creating an environment where compassion, learning, and positive change blend seamlessly. Beacon International School, an … AIESEC in University of Kelaniya Partners with Beacon International School for Project Heartbeat

Oxford University Press Organises Educators Symposium in Colombo

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Colombo, 4 November 2025: Oxford University Press (OUP), a department of the University of Oxford, hosted the Oxford International Programme Leaders Forum in Colombo, bringing together education leaders to explore innovative approaches to global learning. The symposium introduced participants to the Oxford International Curriculum (OIC) — a comprehensive, future-ready framework that integrates well-being and global … Oxford University Press Organises Educators Symposium in Colombo

Stafford Student Wins Gold at 2025 Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition

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Kavan Amarasinghe, an 18-year-old student of Stafford Sri Lankan School in Doha, has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning a Gold Award at the 2025 Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC). His win is particularly noteworthy as it marks his third consecutive recognition in the world’s oldest international writing competition, having previously earned a Silver Award … Stafford Student Wins Gold at 2025 Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition

Sales: Oldest Profession of Last 100 Years and the Most Powerful One for the Next 100

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By Chathura Kotagama Sales has quietly been the most influential profession on Earth.Not always respected. Not always understood. But always — always — the engine that moved humanity forward. From the first Ford automobile to Elon Musk’s dream of Mars, nothing truly advanced until someone sold a belief, a possibility, a dream. Products change. Technology … Sales: Oldest Profession of Last 100 Years and the Most Powerful One for the Next 100

A/L exams : Exams for three days postponed to December

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The Commissioner General of Examinations has announced that the 2025 GCE Advanced Level Examination subjects scheduled for Thursday (today), Friday and Saturday have been postponed. According to the Commissioner General, the said examinations have been postponed to 07, 08, and 09 December. The postponement is due to the adverse weather conditions experienced in various parts … A/L exams : Exams for three days postponed to December

Sri Lanka-Maldives Universities Discuss MoUs for Academic Cooperation

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Representatives from Sri Lanka and the Maldives are exploring closer cooperation between their universities. The Sri Lankan High Commissioner to the Maldives, M. Rizvi Hassen, held discussions with Maldives National University (MNU), led by its Chancellor Dr. Mahamood Shougee and other senior officials. The goal of these talks is to prepare formal agreements, MoUs, that … Sri Lanka-Maldives Universities Discuss MoUs for Academic Cooperation

G.C.E. A/L 2025 Examination Postponed Due to Adverse Weather

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The G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) 2025 examination scheduled for today and tomorrow has been postponed due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions and the resulting disaster situation across the island. The announcement was issued by the Commissioner General of Examinations, Indika Liyanage, through the Government Information Department, requesting all media institutions to inform candidates accordingly. … G.C.E. A/L 2025 Examination Postponed Due to Adverse Weather

365,951 unemployed in Sri Lanka, PM tells Parliament

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Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya told Parliament today (Nov. 26) that 365,951 individuals are currently unemployed in Sri Lanka. Responding to a question from Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, the Prime Minister said the 2024 Labour Force Survey showed a decline in the national unemployment rate—from 4.5% in early 2024 to 3.8% in 2025. The rate … 365,951 unemployed in Sri Lanka, PM tells Parliament